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I had laser hair removal treatment 1 day ago and it’s bumpy and red. How do I treat this? (photos)

jayjayxoxoFeb 25, 2018
I been going for a couple sessions now for my chin but there’s one side that was being stubborn so my doctor said she would put it stronger. She told me to put cortizone 10 and spf everyday and that so may have dark spots but I have not yet though so that’s good. However I was wondering if its safe to shave the area and also wear makeup? I added some pics. The dark area you see is just the hairs

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Dr. Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Oct 11, 2018
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Thank you for your question. With any laser treatment, there is always the possibility that you can get skin darkening, or hyperpigmentation. This is likely what you are seeing. It should subside with time, but there are also products that can speed up the process. It is important to make your ...

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I suggest seeing an expert however, any laser around the eye or in the eye hollows requires eye shields but should protect the eye if you do so.Dr. Emer.

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It sounds like your technician treated over the mole. The laser is essentially attracted to pigmentation or color. I do not think the mole will return to it's previous color. I would suggest having your technician cover up the mole with a white eyeliner or avoid treating the area completely in...

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