How do I remove a laser hair removal burn? (photo)

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I did a hair removal laser 5 times , the fifth time i got the whole neck burned i used mebo, now i want to know what to use to remove the scars from the neck. its been 2 months now .

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Laser hair removal burns may cause discoloration. The first step our office advises is application of Melarase and Plato's Dark Scar Corrector to improve discoloration. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACS

John D. Smoot, MD · Answer

It
looks like you have developed some Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH),
common after burns. This first step to take is up your sun protection, any sun
exposure at all can cause further skin darkening. Make sure you are diligent
with sunscreen, wear a hat, and avoid the sun when possible. Starting a regime
with a prescription skin lightener (A blend of Hydroquinone and Retin-A) will
help improve the discoloration slowly and safely when used consistently. It can
safely be used for about 6 months.

Jan Zemplenyi, MD · Answer

From your photograph it appears that your skin color became more brown -- you have post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). They may have used a higher energy during you last treatment.You are likely to benefit from a bleaching cream (combination hydroquinone, retin-A and triamcinolone). This is essentially the Kligman's formula or Triluma cream. I have these creams compounded for my patients. Go back to your hair removal place and have them prescribe it to you. You also need sun protection using a zinc oxide containing sunscreen. Best of luck.

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