I had my first treatment with Cutera laser and haven't feel any sensation or pain at all. I've heard I need to feel something so wondering is this normal or I am wasting my money. And how to tell practitioner that I am suppose to feel something and not to make awkward and unpleasant environment for us since this is first session and I have 6 to go. My skin type is II. What you would suggest ? Thanks
March 21, 2021
Answer: No pain, no gain
It would be highly unusual to experience no discomfort during laser hair removal treatment. Are you sure that the laser is appropriate to treat your particular skin type? Are the settings correct? Was numbing cream administered prior to the procedure? Did you smell the pungent odor of hair being charred? If not, you may consider seeking a different physician/facility.
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March 21, 2021
Answer: No pain, no gain
It would be highly unusual to experience no discomfort during laser hair removal treatment. Are you sure that the laser is appropriate to treat your particular skin type? Are the settings correct? Was numbing cream administered prior to the procedure? Did you smell the pungent odor of hair being charred? If not, you may consider seeking a different physician/facility.
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February 11, 2011
Answer: Should there be discomfort with laser hair removal
There is usually some discomfort during the procedure, more intense in some areas vs others.
Did you have numbing cream put on before the procedure?
What we look for to see if the laser is hitting its target is slight redness and swelling around the hair follicles. There is also some minor smell of hairs burning if there is even a little stubble.
You mention you are skin type II, but it's also important what you hair color is.
Lasers have a hard time with blond, red or gray hair. They can't see the target.
All that said, usually the first treatment is as much diagnostic as therapeutic, meaning it is necessary to establish what the right treatment parameters are for you. I would see how you do after 2-3 weeks. The treated hairs should be falling out at that point. If there is no decrease in hair growth, I would discuss it with your treating doctor.
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February 11, 2011
Answer: Should there be discomfort with laser hair removal
There is usually some discomfort during the procedure, more intense in some areas vs others.
Did you have numbing cream put on before the procedure?
What we look for to see if the laser is hitting its target is slight redness and swelling around the hair follicles. There is also some minor smell of hairs burning if there is even a little stubble.
You mention you are skin type II, but it's also important what you hair color is.
Lasers have a hard time with blond, red or gray hair. They can't see the target.
All that said, usually the first treatment is as much diagnostic as therapeutic, meaning it is necessary to establish what the right treatment parameters are for you. I would see how you do after 2-3 weeks. The treated hairs should be falling out at that point. If there is no decrease in hair growth, I would discuss it with your treating doctor.
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