Question: I get skin irritation whenever I shave under my armpits. I am 24 years old and would like this hair removed permanently. If I come in for laser hair removal will this irritate the skin the same way?
Answer: Laser hair removal can cause some follicular edema which is swelling of the actual hair follicle. This can feel a bit irritated the day after a laser hair removal treatment but typically subsides within the first few days. We typically space these hair removal treatments 4 to 6 weeks apart in the armpit and do a succession of 5 to 6 treatments to get adequate hair reduction. Overall, this is extraordinarily affective in this location and with the new Duet hair removal system by Lumenis it is a virtually painless procedure and is exceptionally fast. I would recommend a consultation at Quintessa Medical Spa so we can discuss your specific circumstances with you.