I had my first ever laser hair removal a few days back for my legs and underarms. After 3 days I broke out in severe folliculitis. I got pus filled bumps all over my legs, but my underarms seem fine. I have never had folliculitis before. I am taking antibiotics since 4 days but it doesn’t seem to be getting any better. Will it leave any permanent marks on my skin? Should i continue with the next laser sessions?
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December 31, 2018
Answer: It appears that you have persistent erythema (redness) after inflammatory acne.
Accutane can be started two weeks post laser. While you are on Accutane you can not do any laser treatments. The skin becomes dry and sensitive, and therefore should be done at least 1 year post Accutane.
The technician who is performing this procedure will properly assess you and test treat to see how you react to the laser before treating the entire area. LHR will always require multiple treatments as your hair grows in cycles.
Thanks for your question. There is absolutely no data suggesting laser hair removal has any adverse long term effects. The FDA does not approve any aesthetic treatments with any long term complications. Hair removal lasers are putting targeted heat superficially under the skin. The energy i...