Pitted scar after laser hair removal (photo)

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Hi! I’m a 23yr old boy that did the laser hair removal (first session) three months ago..and one more 1 month ago…it went all good but now my situation is this..and I think I have a pitted scar…it was not there before please for you what is..it will go away?

Danielle Shanley, MD · Answer

The pitted scar you're noticing may not necessarily be from the laser hair removal itself. It's possible that it could be from an old ingrown hair or a pimple, as these can sometimes leave scars or texture in the skin. Laser treatments generally don’t cause pitted scarring unless there’s been significant irritation or injury to the skin.

For the textural issues you’re experiencing, resurfacing treatments like Morpheus8 or the Icon 1540 by Cynosure are excellent options. These treatments can help smooth skin texture and improve the appearance of scars over time by stimulating collagen production and encouraging skin regeneration.

Laura A. Katz, MD · Answer

i do not really see anything significant in your picture.  Usually pitted scars should not be the result of laser hair removal unless the incorrect settings or wavelength was used for your skin type

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