Why does my upper lip area is rough after laser hair removal?

Question

Hello, I just recently went through my 11th session for laser hair removal 2 days ago. This time, we decided to go 2 J higher than usual, and she decided to pass over the area two times. My upper lip was red and stiff for about 4 hours after the treatment. However since then, it feels dry and there are patches of rough skin when I run my finger over the area. This has never happened before. Did she burn my upper lip?

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD · Answer

You may have a very superficial burn. There is always a possibility of this after laser hair removal. The next time you have a laser treatment tell your technician of your side effects from the last treatment and they can adjust the laser accordingly. In the mean time you could use Aquaphor or A&D to help heal and soothe the skin faster.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

A higher energy can sometimes trigger a tightness because there can be a very superficial-type burn. If there is no discoloration or blisters, it's ok, but you should let your technician know anyway. In the meantime, apply some hydrocortisone 1% to the area (available for a few dollars from any pharmacy), a few times a day after cool water. This will help get rid of the dryness - it's basically comparable to a minimal sunburn, so you just want to keep it very moisturized. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot 
be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

Why does my upper lip area is rough after laser hair removal?

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