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Is laser hair removal safe for folliculitis?
As the other physicians have mentioned, laser hair removal can be very effective for treating folliculitis. Remember that you may need more than one treatment. Also, care should be taken for areas that have actively healing folliculitis to avoid scarring. Find a board-certified plastic surgeon or dermatologist.
Clinical Context
Folliculitis is inflammation or infection of a hair follicle, often from shaving, ingrown hairs, or trapped bacteria. Laser hair removal targets pigment in the hair shaft and reduces hair growth over a series of treatments, which can help prevent recurring folliculitis in areas prone to ingrown hairs. During an active flare, the skin is already inflamed, so many providers wait until it settles before treating to lower the risk of burns or lingering dark marks. This is a hair-reduction treatment, not guaranteed permanent removal.
