Best laser hair removal for pale skin and dark hair?

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Hi, Can you please advise which laser hair removal is the most effective for pale light skin and dark hair. I have tried IPL with little results. I am not looking for something permanant and I am expecting to go for top up treatments. Preferably something not too uncomfortable so I can treat areas like the bikini Thank you!

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

The bikini area is a popular area for treatment.  Your pale skin and dark hair is ideal.  An Alexandrite (755 nm) laser will work for you.  Please seek providers that have this technology.

Mark A. Blair, MD · Answer

Hello,  Laser hair removal is more effective than IPL.  Since you have fair skin and dark hair, you are a good candidate.  Laser hair removal is a series of treatments. Most equipment like the Gentle Max Pro (Candela/Syneron) have cryogen cooling spray that sprays at the same time the laser pulses cooling the skin, making it more comfortable.  Good Luck!

Best laser hair removal for pale skin and dark hair?

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