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How much does laser hair removal cost? 6 answers

I get a lot of razor bumps on my legs and so I want to try laser hair removal to see if that will fix my problem.  I know it won't be cheap, but...


What's the best laser for hair removal? 8 answers

What to look for in laser hair removal?

Does shaving make your hair grow back thicker and faster? 3 answers

Does shaving make your hair grow back thicker and faster? Is it better to wax?

Why am I not getting results from laser hair removal?

Months ago I did laser hair removal on my cheeks and chin. The hair removal was impressive, but now new hairs reappearing. And not just peach fuzz,...

What's the best hair removal treatment? 2 answers

Laser or electrolysis or ipl?

Which is the best hair removal treatment - laser or IPL? 5 answers

I´m studying skin therapist in Stockholm and I´m working on a study about laser and IPL. And the question is : which technology is the...

How many laser hair removal treatments do I need to get permanent results? 2 answers

I want to get rid of hair for good under arms and on legs and bikini line

Laser hair removal vs. electrolysis - Which is best? 6 answers

Can someone reccomend, which process works best. Laser hair removal or electrolysis?

Is laser hair removal painful? 3 answers

I can take some pain (I gave birth!), but what can I expect from LHR?

Can a laser stimulate hair growth? 2 answers

I have had laser hair removal with Lumenis Lightsheer for 6 sessions. I am not seeing any improvement after the 4th session. Actually, on the 4th...

Should I wax before laser hair removal treatments? 3 answers

Have you ever heard of, or have any feedback on laser clinics, waxing a patient immediately before they use the laser? I went to a clinic where they...

Laser hair removal vs. electrolysis, which is better?

Which is better for permanent hair removing? I heard electrolysis is better but more painful and just as expensive. None of my friends have done...

How much hair can be removed using laser hair removal? 5 answers

How far back does the laser remove hair in the bikini area?

NYC Laser hair removal

Was tempted by laser cosmetica offer of 25% off 1st laser hair treatment.  but a friend told me your best to get a package becs laser hair...

Does IPL or laser hair removal work on dark skin? 3 answers

I have dark skin. Will laser hair removal work for me?

What's the best laser hair removal treatment for sensitive skin? 2 answers

What's the best laser hair removal treatment/device for sensitive skin?


Length of time between laser hair treatments 4 answers

A few laser practioners I have been to have given me conflicting advice about the length of time I should wait between treatments. Some say 4-5 weeks...

Breakouts from laser hair removal 3 answers

I developed a horrible breakout from GentleLase, and didn't have great results with Aurora. When using the GentleLase the resulting breakouts were...

Best treatment for unwanted facial hair?

I have facial hair and it is very upsetting to me. I have done electrolysis, shaving, waxing, bleaching, creams, medications, and laser hair removal....

Laser hair removal safe around areola? 4 answers

Is hair laser safe to use around the areola? I have a few hairs that I would like to remove in this area but want to make sure the laser hair removal...


Does Epilar hair removal work?

I heard about epilar hair removal system at a tradeshow.  How does epilar work? Does epilar lead to permanent hair removal?

Laser Hair Removal Burns 2 answers

Hi there, I had a treatment for laser hair removal a yesterday and am very worried i may be permanently scared or discoloured. I guess the...

Laser hair removal cost for armpits? 3 answers

I would like to get laser hair removal on my armpits. I have dark hair and light skin. I was wondering how many treatments will it take, and much it...

LightSheer vs. GentleLASE - what's the difference?

Lightsheer and GentleLASE are two brand names of laser hair removal treatments - I get that.  What I don't get is the difference between two...

Laser hair removal - How long does it take to see full results for ethnic skin types? 1 answer

Basically, I have been treated for about 15 treatments to my Jawline. I KNOW there is drastic improvements from day one until now. But the hair is...

Best laser for laser hair removal?

I have a question for Lori Haney R.N. With regard to the very helpful and comprehensive information you provide on laser hair removal, I'm a little...

Laser hair removal for folliculitis? 4 answers

Unfortunately from constant shaving and what I guess is sensitive skin, I am now having a problem with folliculitis on my legs, and I was thinking of...

Laser Hair Reduction vs. Removal: what's the difference 1 answer

Some clinics offer permanent reduction while others say permanent removel.  is that just wording or is there a difference there?

Accutane and Laser Hair Removal 5 answers

I took Accutane for 6 weeks and stopped. I will not be continuing with it  anymore. Can I have laser hair removal on my chin area, say in 2 months?

Laser hair removal treatment - why is Lightsheer the best laser?

Several doctors on this site have said that the Lightsheer is the .  Why is it the best?  How do I know who carries this laser?

Is IPL or laser best for facial hair removal? 1 answer

I've been researching for three days now on how to remove little light hair on my face. The center for IPL claims the method to be more effective,...

How can I get better hair removal results? 1 answer

I saw awesome results after I switched to Diode Laser hair removal from IPL. However, I saw that the hair is only reduced and not gone completely, it...


Best alternative to laser hair removal for dark skin? 1 answer

I was told my dark complexion makes me a bad candidate for laser hair removal. What are my alternatives for permanent hair removal?

Will a delayed session of laser hair removal affect final result? 2 answers

I went for 4 treatments of laser hair removal and was supposed to go for my 5th treatment after 6 weeks. However, due to unforeseen circumstances,...


Can I shave before I have my IPL Hair removal? 2 answers

I am going to do my first IPL section in about a month, and I haven't waxed for more than 6 months and I have been shaving all this time. My question...

Laser hair removal for salt and pepper facial hair? 3 answers

I am 58 years old and have partially gray hair. The hair on my face is quite dense and mixed dark and white waxing is not for me and at this point I...

Hypopigmentation from Laser Hair Removal burns 1 answer

I had laser hair removal on my arm almost 6 months ago. The burn areas have healed, but now I am left with white areas that will not fade or tan. Is...

Accutane during laser hair removal treatments? 1 answer

I started my laser hair removal treatments 2 years ago, and last month, I started taking accutane (this is my 2nd month). Can I continue my laser hair...

Laser hair removal treatment for PCOS patient 1 answer

I have PCOS - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. (My weight is normal, skintype II-III, dark follicle) I have excessive hair all over my body, but I only go...

Is IPL hair removal same as laser hair removal? 1 answer

Ive been using IPL treatments for hair removal. Is it the same as laser hair removal? I've had 6-7 IPL treatments and I can't really see any...

Best Laser Hair Removal machine for fine dark hair on face and upper arms? 2 answers

I have olive skin between type 3 to 4 (what I was told at clinics). I want to remove facial hair and full arm. My face and upper arms have dark &...

Aesthera PPx or Lightsheer laser--Which is more effective for long-term hair removal?

I am about to start treatment and decided to go for PPx just because it was cheaper, but I am having serious doubts now. If it does not have as good...



Laser hair removal for redheads 1 answer

I am a 32-year-old woman with bright red hair. I recently attempted to make an appointment for laser hair removal and was told "we don't work on...

Laser Hair Removal Damaging to Thyroid? 5 answers

I read a question that three doctors answered regarding IPL not being harmful to the thyroid, but I've had about 20 laser hair removal sessions to my...


Contraindications for laser hair removal? 3 answers

Are there any contraindications for laser hair removal? I am taking tetracycline.



Upper lip hyperpigmentation after laser hair removal 1 answer

I have developed hyperpigmentation on my upper lip area after 9 laser hair removal treatments. For the past 4 years, I have tried hydroquinone 4%,...

Will you recommend Elos(emax) Laser for hair removal? 1 answer

I'm planning to undergo laser hair removal, my doctor use only Elos(emax) machine. I'm just wondering if this is one of the best machines for hair...

How does IPL hair removal remove ingrown hair? 1 answer

I was told that the ingrown hair will be removed by either IPL or laser hair removal. I want to know, will IPL hair removal or laser hair removal get...

Can hair around breast nipple be removed by laser? 3 answers

Embarased by hair on my nipples. can it be taken off entirely without damage to my breast skin?

Is my skin good for Lightsheer Laser? 2 answers

I had patch test with Lightsheer Diode Laser at 3 different laser clinics. Each clinic used the almost same settings. At the first two clinics, they...


What should laser hair removal cost? 1 answer

I read on this website that you shouldn't shop around for laser hair removal to get the best price. But what then should I be paying?  What is a...

Paradoxical Hypertrichosis after Laser Hair Removal 1 answer

I experienced Paradoxical Hypertrichosis or hair regrowth after 2 laser hair removal treatments. I cannot find anywhere whether this is a transient...

Excessive facial regrowth after laser hair removal

I’m not sure if my facial laser hair removal results can be considered normal or if there may have been a way to prevent what is happening to me...

Do laser burns stay forever? how can I treat them? 1 answer

I started doing laser 3months ago. On my second session I got burned all over my legs. It has been two months now, and I still have brown scars. I am...

Gentle Yag vs Lightsheer for hair removal 1 answer

The clinic near my place has Gentle Yag & Lightsheer laser machine for hair removal. I want to know which machine is more effective for skin type...

laser hair removal for brown skin? 1 answer

Hi my skin is of brown color and i am thinking of getting laser hair removal treatment on my face with Candela Gentle LASE (Alexandrite laser). will...

Laser hair removal for Indian skin? 1 answer

I am of Indian origin and was considering IPL/ND Yag laser for my skin. I am skin type 4-5. I have heard of constraints in both the types ND Yag is...

Can I get Laser Hair Removal treatments at close intervals? 2 answers

I have gotten one treatment for laser hair removal, but i need to get it done and over with fast. Is there anyway that I can speed up this long...

Can laser hair removal have adverse hair growth effects? 2 answers

Can laser hair removal of one body part cause hair to grow out of another?

Syneron El?s vs. Candela Gentlelase

Hi. I'm considering doing full body laser hair removal. I found 2 clinics that seem okay - they use 2 lasers Syneron El?s technology and Candela...

Safe to have laser hair removal on scarred area? 2 answers

I've had laser resurfacing done on my face 5 years ago, and it has left me with a scar above my lip where I'm thinking of having laser hair removal....

Should laser hair removal be painful? 3 answers

 I've heard that if there is NO pain, or very little pain that it's not working effectively. Please advise.

Waxing hair left after completing laser hair removal treatments? 1 answer

Can I wax the hair left after all hair removal sessions, since I don't have any plans of getting another laser removal? Only 50% of my leg hair were...

Laser hair removal for North Indian skin? 1 answer

I am a skin type IV with dark brown fine hair needing laser hair removal on the face. Please advice which is the best laser that won't burn my skin,...

Is it safe to get a tan while having Laser hair removal? 1 answer

Hello, is it safe to be exposed to the sun while having laser hair removal? How long, after each session, should I wait so that I will not cause any...

Is it safe to bleach facial hair in between laser hair removal treatments? 1 answer

Can I bleach my facial hair between my laser hair removal treatments? I m 20 yrs old, Asian, fair skinned, female in Middle East. I suffer from dark...

IPL or laser hair removal setting concerns 1 answer

I'm a male, and I would love to remove some hair on my chest, and also some on my face. But I really don't want to get burned, even though they all...

Shaving after laser hair removal? 1 answer

Is it safe to shave after a laser hair removal treatment, and in between treatments? Will I lose more or less hair with shaving?

How can I get rid of razor bumps? 1 answer

What do I have to do to get rid of razor bumps? Are there products I need?

Will insurance pay for Laser hair removal for Folliculitis? 1 answer

I have a case of Folliculitis which I have seen many dermatologists about. They put me on different medications but it keeps recurring. One...

Age you can start getting laser hair removal?

I am 14 and am thinking of doing a laser hair removal procedure on my nose bcz iam getting to much hair there how much will it cost for good...

Laser hair removal for nasal hair? 1 answer

Can hair be removed from the outer and inner nasal area with electrolysis? My nose is getting quite hairy as I age. Can this hair be removed with any...

Safe to have laser hair removal near body jewelry? 1 answer

Can laser hair removal be safely done where there is either steel of titanium body jewelry in the area of laser treatment?

How to get rid of facial hair? 1 answer

I am 16 years old, and I have the worst facial hair problem. I have hair everywhere! How do I get rid of it? Will laser hair removal help?

Effective laser hair removal with less risk of hyperpigmentation? 1 answer

I'm of East Indian decent with Fitzpatrick skin level 4 or 5. I have acne scars on my face with small pits. I still get 1 cystic acne per month. I...

Ok to shave between laser hair removal appointments? 1 answer

I am doing laser hair removal and i want to know if its safe to shave in between treatments and how to i know if it's working because my hair on my...

Hair removal for light hair? 1 answer

I have very fine, light hair growing all over my face. Cheeks, chin, upper lip, etc. I have heard that laser hair removal treatments are not...

Does Laser hair removal prevent sweating? 1 answer

Hi. I am going to book an appointment for underarm Laser Hair Removal. I am wondering if this means I will have no more sweat from my underarm after...

Is GentleMax laser the best for hair removal? 1 answer

I have several areas i want to remove hair from. i want to use only the best possible laser. is gentle max the best? if not, what is?  thankyou v...

Laser hair removal and Fractional resurfacing at the same time? 1 answer

I am currently having a series of Laser hair removal treatments every 6 weeks on my face (cheeks, chin, upper lip, above eyebrows)with the LightSheer...

Will shaving before Laser hair removal result in coarse hair? 2 answers

They say you have to shave before each your treatment. Will it be stubbly and coarse on your upper lip between treatments? I don't want to walk...

Is laser hair removal possible for redheads? 1 answer

I had a consultation just over a year ago regarding hair removal (bikini), at the time I was given a 40% potential success rate. The reason being i am...

Skin incredibly itchy after Laser hair removal 1 answer

My skin has been incredibly itchy for the past 3 days after Laser hair removal. What happened? What can I do? Please help.

Best way of removing breast hair? 1 answer

I am 27 years old and have hair on my breasts. What is the best way to permanently remove the hair without scarring?

Laser hair removal may trigger Herpes symptoms? 2 answers

I am interested in getting Laser hair removal done, but a source mentioned that it can cause break-outs for people who are carriers of Herpes virus...

Laser Hair Removal vs. IPL for South Asian skin? 1 answer

What would work better for hair removal in South Asian skin (dark and coarse hair), Laser Hair Removal or IPL? I have read mixed reviews about...

Laser Hair Removal just for hair reduction? 1 answer

Can I use laser hair removal to reduce hair, but not completely remove it?

Hyperpigmentation and manly stubble after Laser hair removal 1 answer

I had a Laser hair removal for my unwanted femstache that I had since I was young. It left me with hyperpigmentation and a manly stubble. How do I get...

Will Laser hair removal help in preventing acne? 2 answers

I know that the cause of acne is overactive sebaceous glands. If I get Laser hair removal, will the glands get damaged in the process? If not, is...

What is the cost of total body Laser hair removal?

I am considering having total body laser hair removal, from face to toe. I was just wondering what the cost of such a procedure is; from the highest...

Glycolic Peels in between Laser hair removal treatments? 1 answer

I have been getting pimples (including 3-4 deep ones) and whiteheads on my cheeks and neck, at the time when my hair is shedding. Almost all the dried...

Can Laser hair removal aggravate varicose veins? 1 answer

Does laser hair removal aggravates mild varicose veins in the legs?

Are home laser hair removal machines safe? 1 answer

I bought a laser hair removal device for home use. Is it safe for me to use it by myself? Can I use it on the breast area (near the nipple)?

Best laser hair removal treatment for light Indian skin? 1 answer

I'm a north Indian female with a relatively fairer complexion and black coarse hair on the face, esp. on the chin and neck. Which is the most...

Will eyebrows grow back after 2-3 laser hair removal treatments?

I had a full face Laser hair removal and the therapist accidently chipped away on top of my eyebrows. Will the hair come back? My eyebrows are dark...

IPL vs Cynosure for hair removal? 2 answers

I am considering Laser hair removal, and I want to know the best laser to use for light brown skin. Please advise. Thank you.


Most effective hair removal lasers or machines? 1 answer

Which are the most effective laser types or machines for removing unwanted hair? How do these compare to the home hair removal systems like Tria?

Sciton BBL vs Sciton YAG 1064 for hair removal?

I have white skin and dark hair, and also a lot of ingrown hair and razor bumps (folliculitis). Which between Sciton BBL or Sciton YAG 1064 would be...

Diode setting for LightSheer on bikini area? 2 answers

Is there a diode setting (pulse width, etc) on LightSheer which you believe would be effective for my skin on the labial portions of my bikini area...

Options for white scar after Laser hair removal 1 answer

I had a Laser hair removal and it left me with white circular scars (the shape of the laser head) all over my leg. They look like fish scales. The...


Laser hair removal on upper chin for a 19-year-old? 1 answer

I am 19 years old and I have been shaving from the last 4 years. I have hair on my upper chin and I want to opt for Laser hair removal. Please advise...

Dark red spots after laser hair removal

I had no reaction to Gentle Yag, until a few hours after the laser hair removal treatment. Now, it's been four days and my skin is full of dark red...

Glycolic Peel in between Laser Hair Removal sessions? 1 answer

Can you use 30% Glycolic Peels in between laser hair removal sessions? My Laser treatments are spaced at 6 week intervals.

Facial hair removal on ethnic skin 1 answer

What is the best hair removal method for facial chin hair removal on black, sensitive skin?

IPL hair reduction not advisable for someone with PCOS? 1 answer

I just bought Boots IPL hair reduction system, but it says that if you have PCOS, you should not use it. Why is this?

Nd:YAG and diode for bikini area hair removal? 1 answer

I am not pure Caucasian. My mother is Eastern Asian and my father is Caucasian/Middle-Eastern. Therefore, the labial areas are brownish-pink, while...

Self-tanner use a week prior to and post laser hair removal? 1 answer

I am being told not to tan in a tanning bed or in the sun or use self tanner 4 weeks prior to and 1 week after laser hair removal. I understand why I...

Will hairs regrow the same color and thickness after laser hair removal? 1 answer

I'm a male. I want to remove hair on my legs and hands. After laser hair removal treatments, few years later, will my hairs regrow again the way they...

How to get rid of upper lip hair and hyperpigmentation?

I started out bleaching my upper lip when I was a teen. I am half-Asian and I have always had upper lip hair. About the last year or so, I began to...

Lightsheer cause wrinkles?

Does Lightsheer laser cause wrinkles if set on a high heat setting? I feel I have wrinkes on my forehead and under my eyes a little too. It was said...

Facial and body hair removal advice?

I get my face waxed at the beauty salon, and before I never used to get any spots, but having to wax my face is making my face all spotty. I have very...