Continue reading »]]> Though cosmetic laser treatments are generally relatively safe, there are still risks and side effects that you need to be aware of. Below is information about some of the common and rare side effects of treatments such as tattoo removal and laser hair removal.

Typical Side Effects

Some side effects are fairly common, but they are generally temporary and mild. For laser hair removal they can include redness, pain, swelling, tingling and numbness. None of these should last longer than about three days. The same side effects are possible with tattoo removal but may be more severe. It is also normal to feel pain during the process, though with laser hair removal this should be equivalent to the pain of waxing, whereas for tattoo removal it will be worse (probably equivalent to the pain of having the tattoo in the first place).

Rare Side Effects

Some of the rarer side effects are more serious and can be permanent. For example, in tattoo removal particularly it is possible to be burned or scarred. With both tattoo removal and laser hair removal blisters, scabs and infections are possible. So are changes in the pigmentation of your skin, which can sometimes be a permanent side effect and sometimes temporary. This is most likely to affect people with darker skin, or tanned skin.

Impossible Side Effects

Many people worry about side effects which are simply not possible with this kind of treatment. Examples include infertility and cancer. It would be scientifically impossible to get either of these as a side effect of tattoo removal or laser hair removal.