FAQs
The only area affected by the laser is the surface of your skin, pigment and hair follicles. The laser will not be able to penetrate any further to your organs/ or ovaries. So you can be assured, that laser hair removal will not have an impact on your ability to conceive.
Will laser hair removal make me infertile? ›
No evidence suggests that laser hair removal causes infertility. The procedure only affects the surface of the skin and does not reach reproductive organs. However, if you are actively trying to conceive, it is always wise to discuss potential risks with your doctor.
Is it OK to get laser hair removal when trying to conceive? ›
To date, there is no evidence suggesting laser hair removal causes infertility. The lasers used are designed to penetrate into the first few millimeters of the skin only. They do not reach any other organs.
What is the most serious hazard associated with laser hair removal? ›
Rarely, laser hair removal can cause blistering, crusting, scarring or other changes in skin texture. Other rare side effects include graying of treated hair or excessive hair growth around treated areas, particularly on darker skin.
Can laser on stomach cause infertility? ›
Laser hair removal on the abdomen is generally considered safe and doesn't pose a direct risk to your reproductive health. The procedure targets hair follicles just below the skin's surface using light energy, which doesn't reach internal organs or eggs. Therefore, it doesn't affect fertility.
Does laser hair removal affect egg quality? ›
“The lasers we use penetrate less than one millimeter into the skin, so there's no way they could reach your ovaries. But even if they did—which they never, ever could—they wouldn't do anything, anyway. They work on pigment and have no bearing on fertility.” Therefore, there's nothing to worry about.
Is laser hair removal egg quality? ›
Does laser hair removal affect egg quality? Laser hair removal does not affect egg quality.
Can laser IPL cause infertility? ›
Can laser hair removal cause infertility? It's also a myth that laser hair removal can cause infertility. Only the skin surface is affected by the lasers, so the minimal radiation from the procedure can't penetrate to any of your organs.
Is laser hair removal harmful long term? ›
There do not appear to be any long-term health risks associated with the procedure. However, some people may experience minor side effects after laser hair removal. People should ask their dermatologist to test how a small patch of skin reacts to the treatment before having it done on a larger area of skin.
Does laser hair removal cause hormonal changes? ›
That said, most patients with PCOS or hirsutism still find that laser hair removal is well worth the effort, since there is no other treatment that can reduce hair for the long term in such a quick and convenient way. Hormonal imbalances may also trigger regrowth in the years after getting laser hair removal.
These include both direct beam hazards such as tissue burns, eye damage, endotracheal tube fire, drape fire, and explosion of gases, or non-beam hazards (those that are secondary to the actual beam interaction) such as laser generated airborne contaminants (surgical plume), electrical damage, toxic dyes, and system ...
Who should avoid laser hair removal? ›
Who shouldn't have laser hair removal?
- Are pregnant.
- Are taking certain medications, such as acne treatments.
- Have genital herpes (HSV-2) or are prone to cold sores.
- Have keloid scars (raised scars).
- Have or have had skin cancer.
It was found that the history of laser hair removal was positively associated with positive HPV results (OR: 4.353, CI: 95%, 3.157 to 5.989). Conclusions: Laser hair removal was positively associated with positive HPV transmission.
Can laser affect getting pregnant? ›
There's no evidence that laser hair removal affects your chances of becoming pregnant.
Can laser cause miscarriage? ›
There is no evidence that laser hair removal causes harm to the baby. One final thing you may want to keep in mind is that the effectiveness of laser treatments may be decreased while you're pregnant.
Does laser affect sperm count? ›
No, laser hair removal will not affect fertility or erectile function for male patients.
What are the negatives of laser hair removal? ›
Other potential side effects include swelling, redness, and scarring. Permanent scarring or changes in skin color are rare. Blisters are rare but are more likely in people with darker complexions. Another rare side effect is the treated hair turning gray or more hair growing around the treated areas.
Does laser hair removal affect the menstrual cycle? ›
Conclusion. Laser hair removal does not have a negative proved impact on fertility on any scale, as the technology cannot penetrate any deeper than your hair follicle. This means it is safe and cannot interrupt your menstrual cycle.
Does hair treatment affect fertility? ›
Research has shown that exposure to chemicals like formaldehyde, which is commonly found in hair relaxers, can disrupt the delicate balance of hormones in the body and menstrual regularity. This can lead to problems with ovulation and may ultimately lower a woman's chance of getting pregnant.
Can you get pregnant after laser? ›
LASIK surgery won't put your baby-making plans on hold for long. We recommend waiting until you've had the procedure and are healed to conceive. For most patients, this means you can safely get pregnant about a month after surgery.
