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It seems that the laser industry and laser hair reduction market are tending to be driven by economic factors, with minimum air space given to rigorous medical studies. So what information should you have about possible side effects of laser hair removal? This article gives you the insight you need.

Scarring
Laser scarring has been the most feared side effect of laser hair removal but thanks to the effective technology of Q switched and pulsed lasers, the risk of scarring is now minimal.

Post Operative Crusting
10% of clients treated for laser hair reduction with long-pulsed ruby and alexandrite lasers may suffer from crusting. This is usually because of repeatedly over treating an area of skin with laser. In these cases, appropriate postoperative care is very much recommended in order to avoid further side effects.

Wound Infection
Wound infection is uncommon after laser procedures. In the unlikely event that any wounds are visible on the surface of the skin after laser hair reduction, infection can be prevented with antibiotic and anti viral agents.

Reddening After Treatment
The surface of the skin may be temporarily reddened after significant laser exposure. It is one of the minor laser hair removal risks. Proper cooling and the use of appropriate exposure time during the treatment minimizes this side effect.

Skin Blistering
With the introduction of new and efficient cooling devices, blistering has been pretty much eliminated as a side effect of laser hair removal. Tissue cooling can be performed through a contact chill tip or cryogen spray to safeguard the surface of the skin. These measures serve to safeguard the skin from over heating.

Darkening of Tattoos
If you have tattoos in the area of skin being treated, you must be aware that darkening may happen and discuss this with your doctor before undergoing laser procedures.

The Risk of Eye Damage
Laser eye safety is extremely important during any treatment involving lasers. To prevent any damage to your eyes, wavelength-specific laser safety eye protection gear must be donned by both operators and clients.

Skin Darkening
Whichever the type of laser that is used, there may be hyper pigmentation of skin after applying lasers. In this side effect the skin darkens because of increased pigment deposition. Usually darker skin is more prone to suffer from this. The good news is that it can be effectively treated with the use of bleaching agents and fades quickly.
Lightening of the Skin
Lightening of the surface of the skin, or hypo pigmentation, can occur, particularly in darker skin types and where there are many exposures to laser procedures. It normally fades quickly; permanent hypo pigmentation is hardly ever seen. This side effect is mostly experienced with use of alexandrite, Q-switched ruby and Nd:YAG lasers.

How Concerned Should You Be?
laser hair reduction is normally a safe treatment and any side effects are very uncommon. laser hair removal risks can be minimized by having a proper knowledge of the treatment and choosing a good laser hair removal clinic and a well reputed doctor who takes care of clients after treatment difficulties and uses effective and well maintained laser equipment.

Ingrid Preube
reduction of hair with laser