Laser hair removal is a popular and effective way to get rid of unwanted hair, but some people may be concerned about the potential cancer risk associated with the procedure. Fortunately, there is no evidence to suggest that laser hair removal can cause cancer. In fact, some lasers are even used to treat precancerous lesions, reducing the risk of developing skin cancer. The lasers used for hair removal do not contain UV light, which is the type of radiation that can cause cell damage and increase the risk of cancer.
Therefore, there is no risk of cancer associated with laser hair removal. However, some researchers have observed changes in atypical moles (dysplastic nevi) after laser hair removal. As a result, it is recommended that extra care be taken when using cosmetic laser therapy in people with a personal or family history of skin cancer or atypical moles until further research can determine whether these changes may be malignant or not.
Risks Involved in Laser Hair Removal
Although laser hair removal is generally safe, there are some risks involved. These include redness, scarring and discoloration in the treated area.Waxing has the highest risk of causing hair to grow inward, which can be painful and even become infected with MRSA. In addition, some patients may experience a strong smell of burnt hair during the laser hair removal process.
