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Laser hair removal


What it is: Laser hair removal is intended to permanently remove hair from a specific body area, using a high-tech laser device that delivers quick pulses of energy to target dark hair follicles. 


What it addresses:  Dark hair in targeted areas including:

- Underarms
- Legs
- Back
- Chin


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What's the best laser hair removal treatment for sensitive skin?

What's the best laser hair removal treatment/device for sensitive skin?


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December 26, 2008

Laser Hair Removal for Sensitive Skin

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Board Certified
Plastic Surgeon

Laser hair removal uses a process called photothermolysis to heat up hair follicles and cause them to regress.  Most importantly, the laser light wavelength is set at a specific wavelength to work directly on the hair follicle without affecting the skin.  Generally, the skin will not respond to treatment adversely.

If your skin is sensitive because of numerous ingrown hairs, folliculitis, or inflammation exacerbated by hair, then you may be a candidate for complementary skin treatments alongside laser therapy.

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