How can I ensure that laser hair removal will be safe and effective in an area where skin pigmentation varies widely?

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I have always had troubles with the skin in my groin and inner thighs that make the whole area look and feel unpleasant. I have been considering laser hair removal but I have an olive skin tone that varies. In particular, I have extensive patches of dark pigmentation from chafing. My genitalia is also darker. How would a doctor or nurse make adjustments for that variation? What questions should I ask to be sure that I will be treated safely? How might the laser affect the pigmentation?

Phillip Chang, MD · Answer

Hi Prntg2011

As long as the hair is darker than your skin tone than you are a candidate for laser hair removal. Traditional laser hair removal feels a bit like a hot needle stick. Most people put around a 6-7 on a pain scale of 1-10. Our Lightsheer Duet handpiece minimizes that significantly, most patients report it being between a 2-4. To learn more about this procedure, please visit our website.

Matt Tahsini, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. As long as the hair is darker than your skin laser hair removal will  work. You need to make an in person consultation to be proper ally assessed. Best wishes.
Dr. T

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