After laser is it normal for the hair to grow back thicker?

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I had my 1st laser teatment done on Saturday and today is Monday my hair has came back thicker and faster!! Is this normal or did the laser not work?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's too soon to tell what your results will be, but this can be typical. Diode, alexandrite and yag lasers work best for hair removal. 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

Joyce Davis, MD · Answer

If you had laser hair removal just a few days ago, the hair hasn't shed yet.  Be patient.  It usually takes a few weeks for the follicle to be treated and the hairs to be shed.  It varies with different machines.  You can call the office where you were treated and get the time frame.

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