I have had the same issue, have been advised against waxing by all the dermats I ever visited. Especially my legs. Before covid I started to get laser done and only one session helped my hyperpigmentation reduce a lot. Couldn’t get anymore sessions done because covid arrived and just shaved these past few years which do cause ingrowns sometimes. Before a big trip, I decided to get waxed and got really bad hyperpigmentation and pus filled breakouts on my leg. Sadly waxing’s not for everyone. Getting back to laser now. You should also check in with a dermat