Does Laser Hair Removal get rid of shadow for trans women? If so, how often on average do you need it done?

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I am a post operative trans woman, which means I do not produce testosterone anymore. I don't have fast regrowth but enough for a shadow. I know electrolysis is the permanent one, but it laser works for a long time *and* gets rid of shadow for a long time I feel its worth getting it done semi-periodically. If laser does not get rid of shadow it's not worth it. Shaving isn't a problem, it's the shadow left. This is so important to me but there are so many different kinds of treatments with different claims, and it's hard to research online because distinctions between electro and laser are not often made. Price ranges are all over the place. Is laser like lip injections, where you get it once every 8 months or so? I just really need to get rid of the lip shadow, that's all. Thank you in advance!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

i treat a significantly high number of transpatients and we do aerolase laser hair removal + vivatia foam, reve skin retinol, cosmelan 2, and is clinical pro heal.  For those resistent we add phyto plus.  Cosmlean and enlighten peels can be done at home for a more quick/robust improvement and In office clear and brilliant can help.  please post photos and see emeragecosmetics.com link for the suggestions above.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Sheryl D. Clark, MD, FAAD · Answer

Hello babydahl24:We treat excess hair which causes a shadow in transgender women successfully with one of a choice of three lasers. You should definitely seek treatment with a laser rather than electrolysis. Electrolysis is better for very fine and especially white or gray hairs, and less successful with thicker or coarse hairs. Laser hair removal gives you permanent results if performed in a doctor’s office, where the physician has been involved in choosing the treatment settings for you.Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns!Sheryl Clark MD, FAAD

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