Are Patches of Hair Loss from PicoSure Laser Tattoo Removal Treatment on the Scalp Permanent?

Question

The entire scalp area was treated at a dermatologist's office with the PicoSure laser to remove scalp micropigmentation. There are small (i.e., roughly dime size) scattered patches of hair loss, which were evident immediately after the treatment session. There are also other areas where the hair follicles remained but the pigment in the follicles disappeared. The rest of the scalp area shows no signs of damage from the PicoSure treatment session. Are these changes permanent?

Jeffrey W. Hall, MD · Answer

It is difficult to gauge the permanence of hair loss following any PicoSure laser treatments applied directly to the scalp. Initial losses may or may not be indicative of the final outcome. Some follicles may suffer an initial insult yet remain viable. It is likely temporary, but is worth following up with your provider.

Lee P. Laris, DO · Answer

Hair loss after Picosure laser treatment that was permanent would be unlikely. Laser hair removal with lasers specifically designed for that use take multiple treatments to get rid of that hair and the wavelength of the Picosure is not effective at reaching the hair follicle. I believe the loss you are seeing is temporary, like a laser shaving, but the deeper based follicles have not been permanently damaged. Please keep us posted.

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