Can I get a Hydra Facial in between Laser Hair Removal Treatments?

Question

I want to get laser done on my face, I have sensitive skin but I heard the hydra facial is not like most microdermabrasion , meaning it's better and that it's great for all skin types , so can I get them done in between sessions ?

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

LASER hair and hydrafacial are possible for a patient to have, albeit it at separate appointments.  LASER hair on the face can make the face sensitive and susceptible to other procedures.  A hydrafacial helps exfoliate the skin and should not be done at the same visit.

Fereydoon S. Mahjouri, MD · Answer

Yes, you can get a hydrafacial between hair reduction treatments. The hydrafacial can be customized to all skin types so sensitive skin types can also get hydrafacials.

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD · Answer

You should be fine having both the Hydra Facial and laser hair removal treatments. If you are nervous discuss your concerns with your provider and don't have the services on the same day to minimize the possibility of irritation. Best Regards.

Pablo Prichard, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Speak to your provider about the risks of doing hydrafacial treatments with laser hair removal on the face. I would recommend having two weeks to recover between the laser hair and hydrafacial. Make sure when they are doing the treatment they don't infuse any peels into the skin as this could cause problems with burns and discoloration. Best Wishes,Pablo Prichard

Dean L. Johnston, MD (retired) · Answer

The short answer is yes. The HydraFacial treatment is a multistep treatment which cleanses, extracts to remove impurities and dead skin cells and at the same time replenishes nutrients & serums to improve the health of your skin.  Because this procedure can be precisely controlled it is more gentle on your skin while still effectively treating your skin.  One should wait till all the acute reactions of the LHR have subsided prior to receiving any treatment on your skin.  This is usually 10 days or so after but your LHR specialist or Esthetician will be able to see, evaluate and give direction as to the final say for HydraFacial treatments.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Hydrafacials are essentially microderms that infuse solution into the skin, exactly like the original Silkpeels. They are fine to do in combination with laser hair removal. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and 
cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

Can I get a Hydra Facial in between Laser Hair Removal Treatments?

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