Photosensitivity?

Hair Removal Methods Laser hair removal
#1

I’m scheduled for my first laser treatment on January 18. I had a free consultation and the clinic is very professional, I’m comfortable with my decision. My question is about vitamins/herbal supplements and photosensitivity. The person I talked to there was very concerned that I not take anything prior to the treatment that might make me more sensitive to burning. She mentioned some herbal supplements that I don’t use anyway, but now I’ve start taking a multi vitamin, and I’m worried that there might be something in it that will make me more sensitive. Does anyone have any info on that, or somewhere that I can look? I also plan to call the laser clinic and ask if they have a list.

Thanks!

#2

The one to be concerned about is St. Johns Wort. Multi-vitamin is fine, but to be in a safe side you can stop taking it a day before the treatment.

#3

I’m curious… what would the side effects/effects on skin be from taking that herb and then getting laser?

#4

The herb would make your skin more photosensitive, which basically means that you would burn. The same would happen if you went out in the sun after taking that herb - you would burn more easily than usual.

Thanks for the response, I appreciate the help.