Will the Diode or Alexandrite be better for fair Asian skin and fine brown hairs?

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I have fair skin and most of the hairs on my body are fine and a brown colour and grow long, so I would like to know which laser will work best Diode OR Alexandrite. I am aware nd:Yag is not a good option for fine hair.

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Hormones create hair follicles and for the face your hormones are the strongest on the body.  Your hair grows in three different phases and it is required for you to have a laser hair removal treatment done every 4 weeks to catch the hair in the growth phase.   You will notice your hair thin out and the growth cycle slow down after each treatment. After the hair is completely gone after 6-8 treatments it is recommended to have a maintenance session done every 6 months to a year.  Please consult with a physican before having any treatments done .

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Diode, alexandrite and yag lasers work best for hair removal and safe for asian skin tones. I typically have patients do every 4 weeks for the first 3 times and then every 4-6 weeks for 3 times after. It will take a series of treatments and some people need treatments to maintain. See an expert in laser hair removal for best results. Best, Dr. Emer

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