FAQs

Have you wondered whether laser hair removal is right for you? Browse through our Frequently Asked Questions to help you determine whether you are an ideal candidate for laser hair removal. We'll tell you all you need to know, enabling you to make the most educated choices.

Who can benefit from laser hair removal?
There is an ideal skin tone and hair color for laser hair removal, but that does not mean everyone else is excluded. The ideal candidate for laser hair removal are those with red or blonde hair and darker skin tones — simply because the laser is solely attracted to the darkness of the hair.

Our laser specialist can perform a thorough consultation and provide you with an assessment if this procedure is right for you.

Are there any problems with laser hair removal?

Unlike other hair removal methods such as electrolysis, waxing and, of course, shaving, laser hair removal is the most state-of-the-art and high-tech method for removing unwanted hair for longer (and even indefinite) periods of time. It is the only proven method available for easily removing hair from mass areas of the body including back, chest, legs and face. Laser hair removal is effective, precise and cost efficient. The laser simply and directly pinpoints the root of the hair and removes it from the body. Although the process is precise and beneficial, it can be irritating to the skin — therefore it is important that the surrounding skin be cooled with a gel throughout the procedure. These cooling systems prevent the laser beam from causing harm or discomfort to the surrounding skin.

Is laser hair removal permanent?

Everyone is unique and will react differently to the laser. Several types of lasers have been approved as permanent hair reduction devices. However, that does not mean 100% hair removal -- what is does mean is that a significant percentage of hair that is treated with the laser will not grow back. Each session should prove to be more successful at removing the remaining hairs than the previous session.

What areas can the laser treat?

Almost any area of the body with excess hair can be treated with lasers except around the eyes. The most commonly requested areas are the face, upper lip, neck, chest, breasts, underarms, back, abdomen, bikini line and legs.

Will my insurance cover laser hair removal?

No. Laser hair removal is an out-of-pocket expense. Although unwanted hair may be more than just a physical condition – i.e. it may play on our emotional and social well-being as well – currently, it is not seen as a medical procedure.

How long does each session take?

Laser treatments can take from just a few minutes to a few hours, depending on the size of the area being treated. The area being treated determines the time of each session. A smaller area, such as the bikini area or the under-arm, can take as little as ten to fifteen minutes, as opposed to the back or leg which can take up to an hour.

How many sessions will I need?

On average, people need between three and five sessions to really see results, meaning about 80% hair reduction in the area treated.

What kind of results should I expect in each session?

With each session you should see significant changes in the amount of hair reduced in the treated area. Because most of the time our hair is in its active growth state, there should always be positive results. The results will vary for people with hormonal imbalances.

How long should I wait in between sessions?

You should typically allow four to six weeks between each session. However, you should know that even if you cannot see the hair, it can still be actively growing beneath the skin. Each treatment of the laser can find and remove the remaining hair follicles successfully. Facial hair should be treated more often than other areas.

What are the side effects of laser hair removal?

Most people leave a session with a slight temporary rash or “sunburn-like” reaction. Most skin discolouring will go away quickly, leaving no side effects. However, permanent skin discolouring and “blotchiness” may occur in the treated area if post- treatment creams and ointments are not used as directed