Laser Hair Removal

[Autumn2020]

I really need to get into my head that I have Diabetes. I’m still not us to thinking about it with everything I do.

I have just bought a laser hair remover, that cannot be returned, and have just been reading the instructions and it says people with diabetes cannot use it.

does anyone have any experience with this ? Anyone used one and been Ok ? x

 

[Bruce Stephens]

I've not tried one, or heard of anyone who has. My guess is they're saying that in an abundance of caution.

I can imagine risks would be higher for people with neuropathy (who could damage their skin without feeling it) and that kind of thing. I doubt there's any other reason to worry because of diabetes.

 

[mikeyB]

I can’t think of a reason why folk with diabetes can’t use it, particularly as much more powerful lasers are used to treat diabetic retinopathy. I suppose there may be a slight risk if you have peripheral neuropathy and have no pain sensation in your lower legs, but I would simply ignore that and get on with defoliating in any desired location. Mrs B likes hers.

On a political note, it’s only men who want hairless women. You’ve been gaslighted. It’s only just over a century since female legs have been on display Or much else, come to think.

 

[Drummer]

If your blood glucose levels are in the normal range then there shouldn't be a problem - I know that when my diet was high carb I had to use either factor 50 or a total sun block as I burnt terribly in the sun - probably why the device comes with a warning.

 

[Autumn2020]

I've not tried one, or heard of anyone who has. My guess is they're saying that in an abundance of caution.

I can imagine risks would be higher for people with neuropathy (who could damage their skin without feeling it) and that kind of thing. I doubt there's any other reason to worry because of diabetes.

Thank you for your reply x

 

[Autumn2020]

I can’t think of a reason why folk with diabetes can’t use it, particularly as much more powerful lasers are used to treat diabetic retinopathy. I suppose there may be a slight risk if you have peripheral neuropathy and have no pain sensation in your lower legs, but I would simply ignore that and get on with defoliating in any desired location. Mrs B likes hers.

On a political note, it’s only men who want hairless women. You’ve been gaslighted. It’s only just over a century since female legs have been on display Or much else, come to think.

Thank you for your reply. The other half is cool about my side burns, I on the other hand, not so much

 

[Autumn2020]

If your blood glucose levels are in the normal range then there shouldn't be a problem - I know that when my diet was high carb I had to use either factor 50 or a total sun block as I burnt terribly in the sun - probably why the device comes with a warning.

Yes can see this as an issue. I’ll maybe go ahead but with caution, test a small area first. Thank you for your reply x

 

[trophywench]

I had electrolysis years ago to remove my moustache, once I knew the beautician well enough from having my legs and bikini line waxed enough to trust her with my visage and at that time had to sign a doc exempting her should I drop dead or scar etc. She reckoned that if you didn't have open pores surrounding the hair, which I never had (only on my nose) scarring was most unlikely. And I didn't.

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

I wish there was a way of telling why these warnings were on things. Sometimes it seems like predictively dodging blamei. case anything did happen.

If you are unsure maybe call the manufacturer and ask them?

 

[pm133]

On a political note, it’s only men who want hairless women. You’ve been gaslighted. It’s only just over a century since female legs have been on display Or much else, come to think.

At the risk of de-railing the thread, I'm not actually sure where this "de-hairing" thing has come from. I certainly never asked my wife to do that and she stopped shaving many years ago. My daughters are pretty strong-minded about this and point blank refuse to bow to any pressure from society to shave. Any boy who has a problem with it would be booted out the door within seconds. They are quite happy to go swimming with bushy armpits and bushier legs. They tell me that all of the c**p they used to get when they were still at school was from other girls.

 

[trophywench]

As most 'best' clothes when I was younger were dry clean only No Way could you afford to dry clean them frequently so as not to rot them from sweat - and if you have hairy armpits how the heck can the anti perspirant get to your skin? Hence we were both encouraged by our mom to depilate our underarms. Lower legs and bikini line were my choice, bikini line not completely but only to tidy it up so it didn't escape the bikini bottoms. Also easier to keep my personal bits clean and sweat free.

 

[WayneCavanaugh]

No, I didn't have any similar experience, but I advise you not to try it because it could damage you. I have another condition similar to yours, and I'm not allowed to use laser hair remover.

 

[jessieba]

Hmm, I've never heard of such a thing. Maybe it's all about the device. It would be much easier to tell what's wrong if you told Us what the laser epilator you use. After all, laser hair removal of the skin is advanced aesthetics. My mother works as a cosmetologist and often tells me about various devices for skin care. As far as I know, it depends on what kind of diabetes you have. If you have a neglected stage, then wounds heal much more difficult. Most likely that's why it says there that this device is not suitable for everyone. I think you should consult with your doctor, who will tell you if you can use this laser epilator.