Is laser hair removal safe for sensitive skin?

Doctor's Answer

I suggest a cautious approach.

Laser hair removal is very safe in general. However, there is a small risk of triggering an acute flare of eczema. It is good that your daughter has not had any recurrence for 5 years, which means that she is at a lower chance of an eczema flare.

I suggest that you try laser hair removal with a doctor who is confident of managing eczema. In the rare event that it happens, a range of topical steroids creams and oral steroids are required.

Hope that this helps!

Warmest regards,

Dr Justin Boey

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