Laser Hair Removal on Scalp (bald head)

Hair Removal Methods Laser hair removal
#1

Hi there. I’m curious about the possibility of getting laser hair removal on my scalp.

i’m currently shaving my head but i’m tired of shaving my head with my clippers.

shaving doesn’t get rid of my hair shadows on my head where the bald spot meets the spot where hair still grows. i’d like a clean smooth hairless head.

a Hair Tell Pro recently told me that Hair on the head is 90% in growth stage and you’ll need to kill hair in each growth cycle.

i’m reading conflicting things. depending on skin-type a certain type of laser needs to be used. some have had problems with burns on the head. some of had good experiences and said

i’m african-american and i’m 37 yrs old. i’m balding in the middle of the head which is why i shaved

my question is how long does it usually take to treat the scalp, 6 months? a year 2 years?

some say that treating the scalp is a difficult area to treat and its risky.

i’d love to get some feedback. too much conflicting information.

#2

People with darker skin need to be extremely careful when using lasers for hair removal. It is possible to get lasting discoloration. Here’s a video I did about it a long time ago:

Because the energy settings usually need to be lower, it’s hard to say how long it might take. I strongly recommend doing some tests in an inconspicuous area before trying it on your scalp.

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#3

hi andrea! thank you for this vital information. i see that doing this is not gonna be easy.

i live in Washington D.C./ maryland - i’m not the same complexion as this man who got scarred.

i’m the same complexion as the man in this video

i’m more medium brown but…i see that finding the right type of person who has worked on men like me is a first step.

#4

Hello! i have a planned consultation for laser hair removal on the scalp area.

had an email convo with them and they said:

**> doctor has indicated that she has been very successful in treating the scalp area for men. The only time that the hair will not respond to the laser treatment is if the hair is gray in color. The laser will not pick up the gray color. It “sees” the darker pigment. **
**> **
> Most patients require 6 treatments and the total cost is $1700.

does this sound accurate?

what kind of questions should i be asking the doctor regarding the type of equipment she uses since i’m african american.

i’m african american and my complextion is

#5

It is mostly accurate, but either intentionally or unintentionally confusing. Any hair with very little pigment will not respond to laser at all. This includes grey and light blonde hair. Other hair will respond, but this is basically meaningless in terms of permanent reduction. Hair that is dark blonde or light brown often does not contain enough pigment to be permanently removed, but the laser will still have a temporary effect similar to other temporary epilation. It will return in its next growth cycle.

The other factor that she may not have mentioned is that there needs to be a sufficient difference in the intensity of pigment in the skin and hair in the treatment area. The only laser that even has the capability of providing anything close to permanent results on dark skin is the Nd:YAG.

The doctor or the clinic should be able to provide photographic evidence of past successful treatments that measure the amount of hair before treatment and several months after treatment. Even so, laser often offers unpredictable results that depend on so many factors, so you have to be accept that the $1700 may provide a 70% reduction, or a 40% reduction or very little reduction at all.

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#6

thank you for the honest feedback. when i start the treatments i promise i will post photos to show the progressing. i also want to thank the founder of this forum. i’ve come a long way in my learning.

i came here in 2008 and i didn’t know what electrolysis or laser hair removal was or was aware the women and men get it done. i just thought that men didn’t have beards and women did.

so now 11 years later my facial and scalp hair is on the way out…

thanks for the info folks.

#8

I’ve done scalp hair removal 20+ treatments worst decision of my life not sure what to do ? Hair is gone but my scalp looks swirly and doesn’t look normal ? An electrologist has informed me the hair is to fine to pull and I’ve read laser doesn’t work I’m fine hair what other options do I have ?

#9

What kind of treatments did you have? Can you describe what you mean by “hair to fine to pull?” You mentioned that the “hair is gone.” ??? It would be helpful if you posted a picture of your scalp. Electrolysis is your only option if you are seeking permanent hair removal.

#10

This sounds like an excuse to me. I can get into the finest of vellus follicles AND REMOVE THE HAIR WITH NO ISSUE WHATSOEVER. .

#11

Roughly 24 Laser hair removal with yag treatments haven’t had any electrolysis, when I spoke with one the electrolysis told me that the hair was to small to pull out I’m out of options and don’t know what to do at this point ? the hair is really fine, enough to shave but not enough to pull with regular tweezers kind of stubbly ? I’m really disappointed with my results any advice would be great I’ll try to upload a pic once I figure out how to do it on here

#12

Even stubble can be removed ?

#13

Hair of any texture/size can be wiped out with electrolysis. I’ve been in business for 39 years and have never heard of “hair too small to pull out.” Electrologists do not use “regular tweezers.” Physical removal of the hair is unimportant. Proper treatment of the hair follicle is the end goal. The effect of laser hair removal tends to plateau after a certain number of treatments. Laser does not offer permanent hair removal, only permanent reduction.

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#14

I will seek another electrologist in my area hopefully they will be able to help me out thank you for the advice

#15

Try to find an electrologist who uses surgical microscope. It will help for precise insertion, less painful, will be faster and you will have less post treatment skin reaction.

#16

I highly recommend numbing cream. The strongest you can get . Laser practitioner since 04. The yag works great in experienced hands . Make sure her to ask how many of her past successes were dark skinned. By the way It’s very very painful . The yags energy is attracted to pigment. The more pigment present the more heat created. Before you purchase ask that a small test spot be done so you’ll know if you can handle it or not. Good luck.
If you decide it’s a no go for laser hair removal look into scalp pigmentation. They can tattoo the scalp where no hair grows to look just like the area you shave.

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#17

Is doing this laser painful? :cold_sweat: