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Ingrown hairs, folliculitis, and brown spots with hyperpigmentation; a regimen composed of twice daily Melapads followed by Melarase AM in the morning and Melarase PM in the evening helps solve the ingrown hair problem and dark spots. Melarase AM and Melarase PM work well on pigmentation control.Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
This is a common problem, we educate our patients to exfoliate well after treatments. The use of a loofah during a shower can be a big help.
It's fine to pluck the hairs after laser treatment. The time when plucking is NOT recommended is within 2 weeks BEFORE laser treatment because the root of the hair is the target for the laser. Plucking hair does not promote hair growth.
It's not necessary for you to discontinue the use of allergy medicines beforehand. Use of retin-A and topical products that can thin the skin or excessive sun exposure can be factors, as well as medications that increase your risk of light sensitivity. Thank you for your question!Melinda...
Laser hair removal is one of my favorite procedures. Different areas of the body require different amounts of time. For example, the face is generally every 4 weeks, the legs every 8 weeks. However, if one is very hirsute, there may be an indication to do the procedure more quickly. P...
