If I have raised bumps and ingrown hairs on my bikini area is it still alright to do laser hair removal on it

Thank you for your question in regards to laser hair removal. As long as no infection is present, laser hair removal can be treated over the area where ingrown hairs appear. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.

Ingrown hairs or folliculitis are can be the result of a staph infection.  At Monroe Comprehensive Laser Center we prefer to treat folliculitis and completely clear it up using topical cleocin before we proceed with laser hair removal.  Otherwise, the heat from the laser can foster further bacterial growth and make the folliculitis worse. Once the skin is clear, laser hair removal can actually help prevent future breakouts and ingrown hairs by removing the hair itself.

Our patients love our laser hair removal. The treatment targets the hair follicles in the skin so they don't fester under the skin. The pore size gets smaller and the rash gets better because of no razor or other types of treatments. The skin feels softer after laser hair removal. Our patients enjoy not shaving their legs, armpits and bikini areas in summer or winter.