Is hypopigmentation permanent after laser hair removal burn? (Photo)

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I was burned during laser hair removal. The following day a dermatologist gave me a cortisone shot and topical cream ( mometasone) which I used for 7 days. My scabbing came off and I now have Hypopigmentation. Will this white spots be permanent? Will they improve ? I’ve been told to stay away from the sun, but I have also heard that gradual sun exposure (1-2 min) very 2-3 days may help improve the appearance as the white patches may tan.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist for after care. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. Hypopigmentation can be improved with lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Michael H. Gold, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and sorry that you are having these concerns following the procedure.  We always recommend that you have this done in the offices of board certified dermatologists or plastic surgeons for this reason. If something goes wrong, we are the most knowledgeable in correcting the problem.  I would not recommend sun exposure – that will not help in my opinion.  Time is your worst friend but the actually your best friend – over time, most all of this will go away. You can have the derm add Elidel to your treatment creams – that might help things move faster and we often use Neocutis BioCream or Sente Dermal Repair to help the process along.  Most of this will go away – no one can predict how long.  Good luck.

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