Hello, I received my first laser hair removal treatment for my underarms using the Alexandrite Candela GentleLase laser. The doctor advised me to avoid sun and to use sun block. I plan on using t-shirts with longer sleeves to cover up, but since it is summer how long do you think one has to wait before it is considered "safe" to have sun exposure.
Answer: Laser hair removal and sun protection
You don't want to get tanned or have sun exposure for a good six months minimum after laser hair removal if you are prone to getting hyperpigmentation as a response to trauma (acne, burns, scratches, etc.). Also, if you have a tan, then you can't be treated with laser hair removal until the tan goes away otherwise there may be an increased risk of complications.
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You don't want to get tanned or have sun exposure for a good six months minimum after laser hair removal if you are prone to getting hyperpigmentation as a response to trauma (acne, burns, scratches, etc.). Also, if you have a tan, then you can't be treated with laser hair removal until the tan goes away otherwise there may be an increased risk of complications.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: LASER hair removal and the sun Patients should avoid the sun 4 weeks prior and 4 weeks after laser hair removal. The skin may continue to be sensitive so patients should use sun block as necessary.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: LASER hair removal and the sun Patients should avoid the sun 4 weeks prior and 4 weeks after laser hair removal. The skin may continue to be sensitive so patients should use sun block as necessary.
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April 22, 2016
Answer: Sun protection following laser hair removal The armpit is generally not exposed to sun light unless the arms are extended. Sun exposure following arm pit laser hair removal is not an issue. In areas that are exposed, sun avoidance and/or sun block should be used for approximately 2 weeks (longer if you are a darker skin type that is prone to pigmentation). Laser hair removal should be postponed following acute sun exposure for 2 weeks. As a further precaution the fluency can be decreased (the parameters can be changed for a darker skin type.)
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Answer: Sun protection following laser hair removal The armpit is generally not exposed to sun light unless the arms are extended. Sun exposure following arm pit laser hair removal is not an issue. In areas that are exposed, sun avoidance and/or sun block should be used for approximately 2 weeks (longer if you are a darker skin type that is prone to pigmentation). Laser hair removal should be postponed following acute sun exposure for 2 weeks. As a further precaution the fluency can be decreased (the parameters can be changed for a darker skin type.)
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Sun Avoidance and Laser Hair Removal After laser hair removal, it is usually recommended to avoid sun exposure for at least 7-10 days. This will reduce the chance of complications. Sun avoidance and sunblock use are recommended in general while doing laser hair removal treatments to minimize the risk of side effects such as burns and pigment changes because tanned skin can be more prone to complications with laser hair removal.
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Answer: Sun Avoidance and Laser Hair Removal After laser hair removal, it is usually recommended to avoid sun exposure for at least 7-10 days. This will reduce the chance of complications. Sun avoidance and sunblock use are recommended in general while doing laser hair removal treatments to minimize the risk of side effects such as burns and pigment changes because tanned skin can be more prone to complications with laser hair removal.
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May 7, 2013
Answer: No sun exposure for at least two weeks after Laser Hair Removal
Tanning is not recommended for almost any laser treatment, but especially Laser Hair Removal. After the laser hair removal your skin is more sensitive and you can burn easily if you go tanning. When you tan before the laser treatment the chances of side effects such as hyper pigmentation and scarring are much higher. Using sun protection every day is very important and if you do tan you should wait a while until your tan fades before doing another treatment.
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Answer: No sun exposure for at least two weeks after Laser Hair Removal
Tanning is not recommended for almost any laser treatment, but especially Laser Hair Removal. After the laser hair removal your skin is more sensitive and you can burn easily if you go tanning. When you tan before the laser treatment the chances of side effects such as hyper pigmentation and scarring are much higher. Using sun protection every day is very important and if you do tan you should wait a while until your tan fades before doing another treatment.
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