Answers

Replied on 9/30/2009

By: Esta Kronberg, M.D.  |  Board Certified Dermatologist
Houston, TX

Yes, laser hair removal works well for facial hair. With most lasers a light skinned dark haired patient is the best candidate for laser hair removal. Search for an experienced laser hair removal physician to avoid complications. Go for a consultation first and be sure to know which laser is being utilized and be sure it is good for your skin color. You can verify this at the laser company's web site after your consultation. I would avoid IPL (not a true laser) for your hair removal treatments. There are other machines that work better with fewer complications. It usually takes a series of treatments for long term reduction of the facial hair.

Replied on 9/15/2009

By: Celibre Medical Corporation  |  Laser Dermatology & Injections
Orange, CA

Laser hair removal works on all parts of the body, but is not considered safe on mucous membranes including inside the nose and mouth and around the anus. In addition, we do not remove hair inside the ear canal because of the difficulty with getting a flat surface to cool the skin. For the face, laser hair removal is an excellent option. Laser hair removal generally is safe, but to limit the chances of a side effect occurring make sure that the laser being used for your treatment is designed for your skin type. Validate this by going to the web and searching the laser name after your consultation. In addition, searching for an experienced laser hair removal practitioner will go a long way toward avoiding potential side effects like blisters or burns. Suggestions include avoiding "IPL" machines (as they are not lasers) and sticking to "Diode", "Alexandrite" or "Nd:Yg" or "Yag" lasers. These are most widely used and accepted for laser hair removal.

Replied on 9/14/2009

By: About Face Aesthetic Centers, LLC  |  Dr. Leslie Pickens
Alexandria, VA

Facial hair can be reduced permanently and safely provided you are a suitable candidate. A consultation with a physician or healthcare provider is necessary to determine the benefits and risks in each particular case. Some medical conditions may cause excessive hair growth and different people may require treatment for varying lengths of time. Nevertheless, most appropriate candidates can achieve very good results with today's technology regardless of skin type, safely and comfortably.

More Questions on Laser Hair Removal

Would Laser Hair Removal help with ingrown hairs? (11 answers)
Does this help?

Does your hair color effect the effectiveness of Laser Hair Removal? (10 answers)
I have heard that Laser Hair Removal may not be as effective on lighter color hair (e.g. red or blonde hair). Is this true? If so, what makes it less effective?

What determines the number of sessions needed for full results with laser hair removal? (9 answers)
How can I get an idea of how many sessions I will need?

Are there any Laser Hair Removal risks? (9 answers)
What side effects should I be aware of before deciding on Laser Hair Removal?

Is it possible to have laser hair removal treatment in just one sitting? (8 answers)
Is this possible?

How does the laser work in laser hair removal? (8 answers)
What keeps the hair from growing back? How does the laser target just the hair, and not the skin?

Is laser hair removal the same as laser acne treatment? (8 answers)
I was just wondering if I was being told the truth that this would help my acne and acne scars? I have been reading on the subject and it seems like different types of laser treatment are needed for acne help.

Are the lasers used in laser hair removal the same as those used for tattoo removal? (7 answers)
Will using a laser hair removal laser near my tattoo remove or affect it? I don't want my tattoo to fade but the hair nearby it is thick and i'd like to have it removed.

Is it safe to breastfeed while undergoing Laser Hair Removal treatments? (7 answers)
Please advise if it is safe to breastfeed while undergoing Laser Hair Removal treatments?

Is Laser Hair Removal painful? (7 answers)
Does it hurt more when used in certain areas of the body?

Is Laser Hair Removal advisable around the vagina? (6 answers)
Is complete hair removal around the vagina safe?

Is laser hair removel around the vagina safe? (6 answers)
Is this the best method for hair removal near the vagina?

Is Laser Hair Removal the best way to get rig of ingrown hair? (6 answers)
Will Laser Hair Removal get rid of my ingrown hair for good?

Can you do a full body Laser Hair Removal treatment in one setting? (6 answers)
I would like to have my arms, legs, bikini area, underarms, butt, lower back and facial hair done. Can you do a full body Laser Hair Removal treatment in one setting?

Will the discoloration and scars be affected? (6 answers)
I have discoloration & scars caused by ingrown hairs. How will the laser affect those areas? Make it worse? Clear or lighten?

Thick coarse hair on face, which is the best laser to get permanat results? (5 answers)
I have thick coarse hair on my face.. under the chin and the sides of my face. Currently, I'm using a threading method to remove hair. My skin is olive and the hair is darker.
Please advise. Can I get a permnant result and which laser is best for my skin.
Thanks

Which is the best type of laser to use for Laser Hair Removal? (5 answers)
Alexandrite, Ruby, Diode, and Yag all seem to be used, but is one of them better than the others?

What is the condition and treatment for short thick hairs that appeat to be blackheads (but are not) on your nose? (5 answers)
I have a client with hairs on the sides of his nose that look like blackheads but are short, coarse hairs. what is the condition and how can it be treated? Preferably without electrolisis or laser...

Which laser is best for permanent removal on type I skin? (4 answers)
I have type I skin, red hair but dark and very coarse beard. I want to permanently remove facial hair to avoid ingrowns. Which type of laser is recommended in this case? How does the hormonal factor of male facial hair affect treatment? Thanks!

If laser makes my skin darker in the first session will it become more dark session by session? (3 answers)
If laser makes my skin darker in the first session will it become more dark session by session?

I made one laser session of hair removal for pelvic area and I noticed that the skin has become darker than what it was previously. I want to know if I made another session if my skin will become more darker than it currently is?

With laser hair removal will dark spots be removed as well? (3 answers)
Will the dark spots go away? And does the hair never grow back once you get the treatment?

Can you get Laser Hair Removal done if you have an autoimmune disease? (3 answers)
I have an autoimmune disease and all of a sudden it hurts when I get my laser hair removal done. Before I was diagnosed with the disease, the laser hair removal never used to hurt

How many sessions are required for upper lip and chin hair removal? (2 answers)
How many sessions are typically needed for upper lip and chin hair removal?

Pain by Laser type (2 answers)
Sona med spa says their Apogee laser is more painful and blows cold air. The Soprano laser is suppose to have no pain. Is the Soprano laser just as effective?

Scratches and Laser Hair Removal? (2 answers)
A friend of mine had a scratch and after his LHR treatment the area around it looks burnt and is itchy. Should areas like that- moles and darker areas be masked in some way during LHR sessions?

Is laser hair removal safe if you have autoimmune problems and over dark moles? (1 answer)
I have fair skin and dark course hair. I'm about to have laser hair removal-cutera coolglide. I was diagnosed w/ Behcets, but now the doctor says not sure. I have HLA-B27 and positive ANAs, I've had knee surgery, uveitis, 2 csection, tubal surgery & mole.

Is the Nano light hair removal effecient? (1 answer)
I'm thinking of having Nano hair removal sessions to remove my leg and facial hair...is it a good procedure?

Factor V Leiden and Laser Hair Removal. (1 answer)
Is it safe to have laser hair removal performed with Factor V Leiden (one gene - heterozygous)?

Is this PIH and if yes what to do? (0 answers)
I had a laser mole and I didnt apply any sunscream and neither my scar therapy ge for 7 days. So, my scar turned very dark. I scratched my skin to find it's not a mole and it really isn't because it shows pink skin, but it becomes dark with time. Solution?

All Procedures

Copyright © 2012 HealthNews.org. All Rights Reserved. Do not use this website as a substitute for medical care. Please consult your physician or other medical care provider regarding any medical questions you may have.