Side Effects of Laser Hair Removal

Side Effects of Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is popular with people wanting a solution to hair removal that is more permanent than some other methods. Using lasers to remove hair works by stopping the hair follicles from growing new hairs.

Is laser hair removal safe?

Can laser lead to cancer? اکثریت افرادی که لیزر موهای زائد انجام داده اند این روش را روشی ایمن و قابل تحمل می پندارند و به ظاهر هیچ خطری که در طولانی مدت سلامتی آن ها را تحت الشعاع قرار دهد وجود ندارد. ولی برخی از افراد احتمالاً تجربه عوارض جانبی خفیفی را دارند. بهتر است که از درماتولوژیست خود درباره عوارض خفیف لیزر موهای زائد سوالات لازم را بپرسید و در صورت امکان لیزر بر روی نواحی کوچک تری از بدن انجام گیرد و واکنش پوست را در این ناحیه مورد بررسی قرار دهند و سپس بر نواحی وسیع تری از پوست این آزمایش انجام گیرد. افرادی که قصد دارند لیزر موهای زائد داشته باشند بهتر است که از بهترین دستگاه لیزر موهای زائد استفاده کنند.

Is laser hair removal painful?

For a couple of days after treatment, the affected skin may become red and tender. Many people describe the sensation as similar to a sunburn. The process itself, however, is typically not painful.

 

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Side effects

A few different side effects can appear after laser hair removal. Most side effects are minor and temporary. Anyone experiencing lasting side effects should consult their dermatologist.

Redness and irritation

Laser hair removal damages the follicles of the targeted hairs. The body reacts to this, and many people experience redness and irritation in the affected areas. The skin may tingle or feel tender, and may even appear to swell slightly.

The symptoms are usually short-lived. The affected area may look similar to skin that has just been waxed or plucked. Some dermatologists use a topical anesthetic to reduce how much a person’s skin reacts to the process.

Irritation should ease after the initial reaction, usually within a few hours of the treatment. Swelling and redness may respond well to ice packs or a cool bath.

Crusting

Some people may experience skin crusting in the affected area. This is typically a minor issue but can be inconvenient. Crusting can sometimes lead to scabbing or scarring. By taking care of the treated area after laser removal, such as by using a moisturizer, a person may prevent any lasting issues from this treatment.

Changes in skin color

Some people may notice minor color changes to the treated area of skin. It may get slightly darker or lighter, following laser hair removal. People with lighter skin may be more likely to experience darker pigmentation changes. People with darker skin tones may be more prone to lighter pigmentation changes. These changes tend to fade away over time, and the skin returns to normal.

Eye injury

لیزر موهای زائد با استفاده از دستگاه های قدرتمندی انجام می گیرد. به این معنا که احتمال آسیب به چشم ها وجود دارد. زمانی که اپراتور در ناحیه صورت لیزر می کند لازم است که تمامی مراقبت های لازم را به عمل آورد تا آسیبی به چشم ها وارد نشود.
Both the person receiving the treatment and the practitioner should wear protective eye equipment to help prevent injury while the procedure is carried out.

Risk of skin infection

As with other cosmetic hair removal methods, damaging hair follicles with a laser can create an infection risk. The affected area should be treated as a wound while it heals. People should report any signs of infection to a dermatologist

Outlook

Laser hair removal is safe and effective for most people when performed correctly. It may take multiple treatments to remove unwanted hair completely, and permanent hair removal is not always guaranteed.

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