The area is not hot to touch. It is not something I can feel when I touch it. It does not hurt. This was my fifth session out of a total of eight and the laser beam strength has increased since. I have been seeing results but never had I seen this. I am concerned. Please tell me what this may be. I have oil skin; as is, my bikini area and vaginal area is darker, I’m hyperpigmented. What could this be?!
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June 28, 2018
Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for after care--hyperpigmentation after laser hair removal
Thank you for your question. Hormones create hair follicles and for the face your hormones are the strongest on the body. Your hair grows in three different phases and it is required for you to have a laser hair removal treatment done every 4 weeks to catch the hair in the growth phase. You...
Hello there, Im sorry you are experiencing this and hope I can help guide you to resolve this issue. there are multiple factors that can affect and cause your condition and it sounds like a case of folliculitis, but it is caused by inflammation of the hair follicle and has likely become infected...
I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist for after care. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. This scar can be improved with lasers (ProYellow, Excel V, VBeam) and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer