Laser Hair Removal

How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

Laser hair removal uses laser light pulses to selectively destroy hair follicles by targeting the melanin (color) in them. The pigment in the hair follicle absorbs the laser’s light pulse, which damages the follicle enough to significantly slow hair regrowth. Because laser pulses target melanin, patients with dark, coarse hair and light skin respond best to treatment.

But dark-haired, dark-skinned individuals, as well as those with light hair and skin, can still achieve the same desired effects with the laser we use — the Nd:YAG laser has a longer wavelength and better pigment selectivity than other lasers used for hair removal, allowing it to precisely penetrate hair follicles, leaving the surrounding skin tissue undamaged.

Because lasers can only target anagens — or hair follicles in the active growth stage — you should expect to undergo six to eight treatments. You won’t have to wait as long to see results, though. In just a few weeks after a laser hair removal session, you’ll notice that your unwanted hair has become sparser and finer, your skin smoother, and your pores less visible.

Why LaserAway?

We’ve committed over a decade to helping people of all skin types discover their best skin ever, with over 5 million treatments performed and new locations opening every month! We use state-of-the-art technology for maximum results, our clinics are supervised by board-certified, industry-leading dermatologists, and our treatments are implemented by registered nurses, nurse practitioners or physician associates who undergo one of the most comprehensive training programs in the business. Our mission is to make our clients feel beautiful by providing the best and most effective aesthetic treatments in the nation in a friendly, relaxed environment.

Ready to invest in yourself? Schedule a free consultation today by filling out a request form or calling the LaserAway staff at (855) 233-9134. Our nurses look forward to making sure your service and skin are as smooth as possible!