Glossary

Folliculitis

Inflammation at the base of the hairs, that is, of the hair follicles. It is counted among the less common problems after laser hair removal, together with darkening or lightening of the skin, cold sore flare-ups and paradoxical hair growth.

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Safety CentreProblems after Laser Hair Removal: Increased Hair Growth, Folliculitis, Pigmentation, Eye Safety — What Can Be Done?Increased hair growth, folliculitis, pigmentation, cold sores and eye injury after laser hair removal: what is normal, what is urgent, how to reduce risk.Reviewed by the Medical Aesthetics Expert BoardSafety CentreSpots and Milia (White Cysts) after Laser and PeelsSpots and white cysts (milia) after laser and peels: why they occur, when they clear, telling them from infection and cold sores, when to see a doctor.Reviewed by the Medical Aesthetics Expert Board

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