Should I have IPL before pregnancy or just wait until after?

October 29, 2014
Asked By:kristynn in Williamstown, KY

I have heard that pregnancy can promote hair growth. I have plenty of time to do it before I plan to fall pregnant, however I'm wondering if I'm wasting my time and money.

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Answer: Hair removal timing relative to pregnancy

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Answer: IPL for permanent hair reduction

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 2, 2014

Answer: IPL for permanent hair reduction

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
October 31, 2014

Answer: Hair Growth

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
October 31, 2014

Answer: Hair Growth

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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