I had laser hair removal done on both lower legs. Reddened marks and itching from Day 2 to Day 4. Will this resolve soon? Seems to getting darker day by day. Pls advise
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October 31, 2018
Answer: See a Cosmetic Dermatologist for after care--rash after laser hair removal
Unfortunately, laser hair removal does not work on white or blonde hair. Lasers target pigment and if there is no pigment to aim the laser at then the treatment will be highly ineffective and a complete waste of money. I hope this information is helpful!
Laser hair removal is a great way to alter a unwanted hair line. This being said,
changing your hairline can drastically change your facial appearance and may
make your forehead appear larger. If you are undecided about whether hair removal will give you the facial appearance you are looking...
This, unfortunately, does not penetrate deep enough through the dermis for effective hair removal. The ND:YAG laser, using 1064nm wavelength, penetrates deep into the dermis all the way to the root of the hair follicle, called the papilla, where the hair is actually made. Also, your hair mu...