After the 1st treatment, a lot of the hair fell out and the area grew patchy with areas with thin hair and areas with no hair. The result from just 1 treatment were a lot more effective than I expected. I just had my 2nd treatment for a full Brazilian laser and now I'm very scared that I won't be able to leave a square patch behind. I want the hair that's left for the square patch to be thinner but not completely gone. Is that still possible??
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March 29, 2017
Answer: Laser Hair Removal Facts--Takes a series of treatments
Thank you for the pictures.
Consultation and reviewing your medical history is a must prior to starting laser hair reduction treatment. If you are on any medication (Accutane, Periostat or certain antibiotics) that causes photosensitity side effects, then laser treatments should...
Your hair growth should be a lot thinner and less dense after 5 sessions. It looks like you are a good candidate for the treatment but you should follow up with your provider to see what device is being used and if the settings should increase.
The Q-switched Yag laser has been found to be very safe on skin of color - especially if skin testing is done prior to facial use. The laser provides cooling of the skin both before and after the laser penetrates; allowing the laser energy to penetrate the pigmented hair follicle...