LaBoliviana

Alexandrite Laser Hair Removal Burns on Upper Legs - Austin, TX

Well, it has almost been three years since my original post. I'm slightly offended that Nicole thought I was a man :) I guess that wasn't the best way to pose. Just wanted to let readers know that my reaction went away completely, but it did take 3+ weeks. The first time, I was told that the redness would be gone in a day or two, yet it ruined a 20 year class reunion on the beach in Key West. I was the only one who could not wear a bathing suit, and that was two weeks later. Those were the results following my first session, which were much worse than the second time. Because of the reaction (burn or otherwise) I never went back for any additional treatments. After two sessions, I will say that my upper thighs have less hair, and that I don't have to shave as often. I also wanted to clarify that, as you can see in the photos, the reaction was only on the paper thin skin which is on the inner thigh. The treatment did not have the same effect on the outer thigh or on the back. I still have a feeling it had something to do with the process. Maybe the gel that Nicole suggests would have helped. It was not used in either session. Also, I wanted to add that the pain was more than it should have been in the first ten minutes of my first session. It felt like someone was snapping a rubber band with all their strength. That lasted for about 5 minutes, before the technician sensed that I was uncomfortable. She lowered the setting from a 17 (I think) and then it was more tolerable. The photos from my first post were from the second session, when the laser was turned way down to 12. Even still, I had that reaction and it took weeks to completely heal.

Well, it has been a week and a day and the red spots are still bad enough that I am not able to wear shorts or a bathing suit...and it is 100+ degrees outside! They have improved quite a bit. The swelling is almost gone, but it looks like I have a severe case of razor burn. The third day was the worst. I thought I was going to scratch my skin off. I bought a spray numbing agent that finally helped. I wish I could attach another picture, but don't think I can on this thread.