I'm getting face laser resurfacing done to address poor skin texture, acne scars and acne marks. I have hair growing on my cheek, on the sides of my eyebrows (temples). I want to go in for YAG laser hair removal (or whatever is safest). I have dark, thick hair and I'm skin type 4 (male). I'm getting Palomar Starlux platform 1540nm laser resurfacing done. How soon should I wait? Is it preferable to get one done before the other? Will YAG ruin the improvements of the 1540?
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Answer: Laser resurfacing and hair removal skin type 4
Pigment changes can occur after laser hair removal treatments and they can be hyperpigmentation, which is darkening of the skin, or hypopigmentation, which is lightening of the skin. Most cases will resolve but it can take months to up to a year before the skin appears normal...
Yes, You can use laser hair removal cream as it removes only the surface hairs. You can also shave or bleach the area, none of which affects the hair within the follicle, under the skin. Shaving may be the preferred route however sometimes women are concerned this may actually make...
Thank you for your question. No, this is not true. All hair in the treated area should be shave prior to treatment. This is because the heat from the laser will not go deep enough into the hair shaft and will not have an effect. It is true that the labia is a little more difficult to treat, but...
