There is a risk of scarring:

• Short term effects may include reddening, mild burning, temporary bruising or blistering. Hyper-pigmentation (browning) and Hypo-pigmentation (lightening), have also been noted after treatment. These conditions usually resolve within 3-6 months, but permanent color change is a rare risk. Avoiding sun exposure before and after the treatment reduces the risk of color change.
• Infection: Although infection following the treatment is unusual, bacterial, fungal and viral infections can occur. Herpes simplex virus infections around the mouth can occur following treatment. This applies to both individuals with or without a history of herpes simplex virus infections. If any type of skin infection occur, additional treatments or medical antibiotics may be necessary.
• Bleeding: Pinpoint bleeding is rare but can occur following treatment procedures. If bleeding occur, additional treatment may be necessary.
• Allergic Reactions: In rare cases, local allergies to tape, preservatives used in cosmetics or topical preparations have been reported. Systemic reactions (which are more serious), may result from prescription medicines.
• I understand that exposure of my eyes to light could harm my vision. I must keep the eye protection goggles on, all the time.
• Compliance with the aftercare guidelines is crucial for healing, prevention of scarring, and hyper-pigmentation. There is also the possibility that other side effects or complications not presently known, recognized, described to you now or understood may develop now or in the future. Side effects, risks, or complication can occur, including but not limited to:

• Itching on or around the treated areas
• Redness around the follicle
• Swelling around the follicle
• Tingling or feeling of numbness

The following risks, side effects, and complications are rare, however temporary:

• *Purpura (purple bruising)  
• *Infection (picking area treated)  
• *Pigment change (hypo, hyper)  
• *Crusting/Scab on ingrown hairs  
• *New growth of treated hair (depending on previous hair removal methods)  
• *Failure to improve ‘quality life’, initial unsightly appearance
• *Interruption of daily life, work routine, home/family life or social life.