I've received several laser hair removal treatments in the past. I recently went to a new provider who must have had the laser at a low setting because after 4 days hair is growing back and not falling out like after my prior sessions. How long do I have to wait until I can safely return for more treatment? (this question is about safety, not the ideal 4-6 week wait time)
August 16, 2017
Answer: Safe Minimum Time Between Treatments This is a great question that probably doesn't get discussed often enough. As you stated, the ideal time between laser hair removal treatments is 4-6 weeks. In my experience, if patients proceed with laser hair removal treatments less than 3 weeks apart then they may not experience their desired results. Some hair growing back quickly following your most recent treatment could be due to the hair in the target area being in different parts of the growth cycle. It is also possible that the laser was set to lower settings as you suggest. Unfortunately, the only way to answer this is to discuss the situation with the most recent physician as well as the physician who completed your first two treatments to find out if they each used similar settings during your treatment sessions. Specific needs differ from patient to patient but my recommendation is to wait at least 3 weeks between each treatment. I hope this helps, best of luck!
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August 16, 2017
Answer: Safe Minimum Time Between Treatments This is a great question that probably doesn't get discussed often enough. As you stated, the ideal time between laser hair removal treatments is 4-6 weeks. In my experience, if patients proceed with laser hair removal treatments less than 3 weeks apart then they may not experience their desired results. Some hair growing back quickly following your most recent treatment could be due to the hair in the target area being in different parts of the growth cycle. It is also possible that the laser was set to lower settings as you suggest. Unfortunately, the only way to answer this is to discuss the situation with the most recent physician as well as the physician who completed your first two treatments to find out if they each used similar settings during your treatment sessions. Specific needs differ from patient to patient but my recommendation is to wait at least 3 weeks between each treatment. I hope this helps, best of luck!
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August 16, 2017
Answer: Safty wise With regards to treatments after a recent treatment being safe I would wait at least a week or two so any inflammation can decrease prior to doing another session, especially if you are prone to Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation. I would speak to your provider regarding your concerns so that the laser settings can be adjusted accordingly.
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August 16, 2017
Answer: Safty wise With regards to treatments after a recent treatment being safe I would wait at least a week or two so any inflammation can decrease prior to doing another session, especially if you are prone to Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation. I would speak to your provider regarding your concerns so that the laser settings can be adjusted accordingly.
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