I just had laser hair removal 4 days ago. I've had no issues with my Brazilian laser hair removal but my underarms have dark spots and they feel tender to the touch. Is this normal or should I have them adjyst the laser to a lower setting next time? One underarm seems worse than the other...
March 21, 2017
Answer: Axilla laser treatment Thank you for your question. It appears that the axilla areas that have been laser treated may have absorbed a higher energy level. This may be due to UV light exposure prior or immediately after the laser treatment, spray tan exposure prior to the laser treatment, or a higher energy setting on the laser treatment. These markings generally self resolve over time. I would recommend that you consider applying some topical Vitamin E ointment to the affected area to help facilitate a more expedient recovery. Please advise your laser therapist of the outcome so that that an appropriate adjustment to the laser setting can be made for future treatments. Best wishes.
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March 21, 2017
Answer: Axilla laser treatment Thank you for your question. It appears that the axilla areas that have been laser treated may have absorbed a higher energy level. This may be due to UV light exposure prior or immediately after the laser treatment, spray tan exposure prior to the laser treatment, or a higher energy setting on the laser treatment. These markings generally self resolve over time. I would recommend that you consider applying some topical Vitamin E ointment to the affected area to help facilitate a more expedient recovery. Please advise your laser therapist of the outcome so that that an appropriate adjustment to the laser setting can be made for future treatments. Best wishes.
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