Itching after 3rd session of laser, normal?

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I had my 3rd session done for laser hair removal 3 days ago (on my arms, underarms, legs and Brazilian) and I am itching in those areas, needing to scratch ... I have never experienced this type of itching before with any of my other sessions. Is something wrong? She changed the frequency this time, could that be making a difference?

Adaeze Okeke, MD · Answer

Itching and even red bumps occur quite commonly after laser hair removal and usually signify a heat rash. This may be the case if the settings were turned up. You can use over-the-counter ant-itch creams such as cortisone or take cool oatmeal baths. These symptoms should resolve in a few days. Please let your provider know so that it could be prevented in the future. Good luck with your treatments!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is common after laser hair removal treatment to have red bumps and itching. This usually signify a heat rash. This can occur if the settings were turned up. You can treat this with over the counter anti-itch creams, such as cortisone or you can take cool oatmeal baths. However, your symptoms should resolve in a few days. Please let your physician know of your symptoms so this can be prevented in the future. Best of Luck!

Reza Akef, MD · Answer

Mild irritation , redness and itchiness after laser is normal and usually respond to topical over the counter treatments but if it's getting worse let your provider know

Michael H. Gold, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question – itching after laser hair removal can occur and should not be a major problem in most cases.  You should be able to use an anti-itch lotion to the areas and if it does not resolve quickly, go back to your provider and make sure there is not a rash or something that should not be there.  But remember, some redness and swelling post the procedure is normal for a few days.

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