Why am I getting so many ingrowns now after I've had 7-8 laser treatments on my legs?
September 16, 2021
Asked By:m1412 in Ghan, Northern Territory, Australia
I have tan skin with dark hair and the hair removal has been seamless on my underarms and brazilian. It was around my 6th/7th treatment that I started getting HEAPS of in-growns on my legs.
Answers (1)
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The risks of laser hair removal around the areola should be no different than with any other body part. If the skin is thoroughly wiped of oils and the proper laser wavelength is being used, there should be no hyperpigmentation.
Applying topical BLT anesthetic or numbing cream prior to laser hair removal is safe. It is important you do not have an allergy to benzocaine, lidocaine, or tetracaine prior to application. Typically, this is applied 30 minutes prior to your appointment. Always let your laser technician know...