Question: Is laser hair removal safe on all areas of the body? Can it be used on sensitive areas like around the areola?
Answer: Yes, when performed by appropriately trained personal, laser hair removal can be extremely safe even on sensitive areas like the breast. Frequently for these sensitive areas, we will apply some topical numbing medicine prior to the laser hair removal so that it is more comfortable for the patient, although with the newer devices, especially the DUET System by Vasculite, it can be an extremely comfortable experience. Just remember that no matter what area of the body is being treated, you are going to need multiple treatments, in the six to eight treatment range, to get permanent hair reduction.