Laser hair removal is sought after by most as the best hair removal method, however, there are a few side effects and risks patients need to be aware of before taking the plunge. 1. Irritation - the lasers used are quite potent, due to this, the skin can become red or irritated post-treatment. Nevertheless, this effect is temporary and should subside over a few days. 2. Tenderness - similar to the point above, laser hair removal can cause the skin to become tender, especially if a client has sensitive skin. This effect is also temporary. 3. Photosensitivity - laser hair removal can lead to increased sensitivity to the harmful rays of the sun. Patients undergoing the procedure are always warned to wear sun protection. 4. PIH - Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation is a condition noticed in clientele from various ethnic groups, especially from tropical/equatorial regions. Laser at times can trigger this condition in patients from ethnic backgrounds without a notion, thus, it is recommended that patients from these backgrounds always perform a patch test to check for adverse reactions. 5. Uneven hair removal - this does not count as a risk, but most patients find displeasure in this fact. Up until the treatment has been complete, the redundancy of hair is going to be slow and uneven.