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Laser treatments for cosmetic purposes are becoming more and more popular as the technology becomes more advanced and well known. However, many people still worry about the risks and possible side effects involved with laser based treatments such as tattoo removal and laser hair removal. Here is a brief summary of some of the possible side effects.

Normal Side Effects

There are some side effects of laser treatment which are perfectly normal and which are fairly likely. These include redness, swelling, pain, tingling and numbness, all of which should last no longer than about three days. During the treatment itself, it is normal to feel some discomfort. With laser hair removal this should be less than with tattoo removal. Tattoo removal is a similar sensation and level of pain as having a tattoo in the first place, whereas during laser hair removal you may feel itching and pain no worse than waxing.

Rare Side Effects

Rare side effects can be more serious, and some of them permanent. In some cases you may get scabbing, bruising or blistering. These are all temporary. However, it is also possible to get burns, scars and infections from cosmetic laser treatments. Changes in pigmentation also occur in rare cases. This can either be hypo-pigmentation or hyper-pigmentation. Both involve darkening of the skin and are more common to people with dark or tanned skin. Hypo-pigmentation is temporary but hyper-pigmentation is permanent. However, with advances in technology and in safety features, these side effects are fairly uncommon.

Popular Myths

Many people are afraid that laser treatments will cause worse side effects than they do. Particular fears include cancer and infertility, but there is no chance of these being linked to laser treatments. Side effects from laser treatments are usually mild and usually temporary, and are very rarely life changing.