I am doing laser hair removal on my lip and chin. I went to the beach 2 wks after my first tx (I asked my LME if this was ok since it was pre planned) applied SPF 50, 30 min before being outside and hourly and wore a wide brimmed hat, returning often to a sun shelter. I still ended up with one dark spot on my jawline that I believe is PIH (my fear when starting tx). I am supposed to return 12 days after this trip for my 2nd tx of my package and am feeling nervous. Advice? Will this go away?
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August 2, 2017
Answer: Improving Hyperpigmentation after Laser Hair Removal--lasers, Aerolase, microneedling/prp, skin lightening, peels, skin care
I recommend following up with your practitioner about their protocol for wearing make-up after your procedure. Keep in mind, it will take a series of treatments to get results with laser hair removal. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Ingrown hairs, folliculitis, and brown spots with hyperpigmentation; a regimen composed of twice daily Melapads followed by Melarase AM in the morning and Melarase PM in the evening helps solve the ingrown hair problem and dark spots. Melarase AM and Melarase PM work well on pigmentation control...
It should not take more than 15 minutes. Make sure you shave before to cut down on time. After that, it is pretty straight forward. Good luck.