Can Laser Hair Removal trigger Vitiligo?

Everyone has to face hormonal changes in adolescents. It is a natural process that brings certain changes to our bodies. However, some people go through hormonal imbalances very often. Resultantly, it increases the production of the male hormone that stimulates hair production in areas other than the scalp. Everyone wants their skin to look clean and clear of all the discontinuities including hair. The presence of unwanted hair not only makes the color of the skin look dull but also makes its appearance unpleasing. People use waxing and shaving to remove excessive hair and subsequently make their skin more prone to acne and pimples. Laser treatment is considered the best and easy way of removing hair. But people hesitate in opting for this treatment because they think Can Laser Hair Removal trigger Vitiligo.

What is a Laser?

It is a non-invasive procedure that uses laser light to remove hair from the skin permanently. The laser uses light energy that enters the follicles and destroys them. It eventually prevents the growth of new hair. The doctor uses a laser on different parts of the body. This procedure completes in different sessions depending on the amount of hair and the size of the treatment area.

What is Vitiligo?

Vitiligo is a chronic disease. It is an auto-immune disorder in which the body’s own immune system attacks it. The immune system attacks the melanin pigment in the skin. It eventually loses its color and causes the skin to be milky white. The areas where melanin gets attacked face discoloration from other skin areas. The common areas where vitiligo occurs are the mouth, face, arms, armpits, and fingers.

Can Laser Hair Removal Trigger Vitiligo?

Laser is light amplification by stimulating the emission of radiation. It emits light energy that only penetrates the skin's deeper layer and targets the hair roots and follicles. It does not interact with the melanin in the skin. Moreover, it does not destroy the melanin in the skin which can cause discoloration.

On the other hand, vitiligo is an immunological condition in which the person’s own immune system considers the melanin pigment as a foreign particle and starts to destroy it. The places where melanin gets destroyed become whitish in color and differ from the surrounding areas of the skin in color and texture.

In short, Laser Hair Removal in Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Sharjah does not trigger vitiligo. There are reasons behind it. Firstly, the laser only targets the hair follicles and destroys them to stop the growth of hair permanently. Secondly, vitiligo is an autoimmune disorder that initiates on its own. There is no link between laser with the origination of vitiligo.

Ideal Candidate:

Laser Hair Removal in Dubai is eligible for every individual. But there are some conditions that contraindicate this treatment. So before opting for the treatment, the candidates should see whether they are eligible for this treatment or not. The clients should have the following characteristics to be ideal for this procedure.

Have good general health with no underlying medical conditions.Their skin is not sensitive to light and heat.Having realistic expectations about the results.Has excessive hair growth on several parts of the body.Even after shaving or waxing, there are still signs of ingrown hairs.Has darker hair and a bright and fair complexion.Not vulnerable to any skin conditions.Does not have any skin illness that can worsen with laser. 

Pre-procedure:

Before moving toward treatment, the doctor should ensure that the patient is following the pre-procedure measures strictly. Because the preventions reduce the complications during the procedure. 

Consult the experienced dermatologist so that he can explain the procedure to you and discuss your desired goals and results.Shave the area of treatment.Do not take blood-thinning medications.Quit smoking and alcoholic beverages.Drink an adequate amount of water to be safe from dehydration.Eat a healthy balanced diet.Keep out of the sun as much as possible.

Procedure:

After following the pre-procedure for a certain time. The doctor initiates the treatment. He performs this treatment in different sessions. And each session has a gap of 4-7 weeks between them. This is because the laser is ineffective for ingrown hairs. So doctors wait for hair to grow back between the sessions and continue the treatment.

Dermatologists first ensure that your skin is clean.Marks the region for treatment.Use eye protection such as glasses to protect the eyes.Use the anesthetic or numbing lotion to ensure the treatment causes no pain and discomfort.Move the laser gadget all around and over the target region.The laser device emits radiation that damages the hair follicle.To avoid a burning feeling, the doctor applies a cooling ice pack on the skin.

Aftercare:

After the procedure completes the doctor advises the aftercare measures. It is important to follow them because it helps to prevent complications after the treatment. Furthermore, this treatment completes in sessions so it is important to follow the guidelines to prepare the skin for further procedure.

Keep the treatment area clean to avoid infections and inflammation.Apply ice if you feel redness and swelling in the treatment area.Avoid the use of hot water as it can irritate the skin.Do not do strenuous exercises and activities.Avoid causeless exposure to the sun.Apply sunscreen of a broad spectrum.Drink a lot of water to prevent dehydration.Refrain from the use of alcohol and caffeine.

Benefits:

The benefits of this procedure are various which are listed below:

Non-invasive and safe procedure.Does not leave scars.It is very precise and can target unwanted hair in smaller areas too.Takes little time to complete. Cause no pain.Removes unwanted hair permanently.Provides effective and visible results.

Side effects:

The Laser Treatment helps to remove hair from different parts of the body. It also enhances the general health of the skin. Still, some people face a dilemma of whether to choose laser treatment for hair removal because they ween Can Laser Hair Removal trigger Vitiligo. If the client's skin is too sensitive to light and heat, it may cause skin discoloration that cures on its own after some time period. Here the point to ponder is that vitiligo causes permanent skin discoloration and is an auto-immune disorder. Laser treatment does not cause any serious side effects. However, it may cause temporary side effects that resolve by themselves.

Redness.Swelling.Itching.