Laser hair removal reviews by RealSelf.com users

78% said worth it (64 reviews)       22% said not worth it (18 reviews)
Cost of Laser hair removal: $1,569 (average of 82 reviews)

Laser Hair Removal description: Laser hair removal can provide permanent hair removal from a specific body area, using a laser device that delivers quick pulses of energy that target dark hair follicles. Some of the lasers designed specifically for hair removal are Coslux, Laser hair treatment, Apogee, and LightSheer.

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21 people found this Laser hair removal review helpful:

Yes! to laser hair removal for men

Not a lot of men are getting cosmetic surgery but I know a surprising number who have had laser hair removal. I got turned onto it when I started going to the gym about four years ago. Hair is OUT now and I had really coarse black hair all down my chest and abdomen, reaching around on top of my shoulders and down... Full Laser hair removal review

Published Jul 26, 2007 by Taylov

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29 people found this Laser hair removal review helpful:

Results not permanent

I worked at a Medical Spa for a year and initially thought laser hair removal was the greatest thing ever. Over the course of a year, I had 5 sessions done on my underarms with the Palomar laser (I should have done 6 treatments to see the best results). At first everything was great, and all the hair was gone! Now... Full Laser hair removal review

Published Oct 14, 2007 by savvyskin
Man and laser hair removal ~ Laser hair removal was worth it
Monkeyboy   New York  Aug 13, 2008  Cost: $3,000  Pain: Mild
I have had seven treatment so far on my back, shoulders, chest, stomach and buttocks. Very good results so far. The hair that has grown back are... more

Excellent service, doctor and staff ~ Laser hair removal was worth it
Edmonton01woman   Edmonton, Alberta, Canada  Aug 12, 2008  Cost: $850  Pain: Mild
I am very impressed from the moment that I had a consultation with one the staff. It was very professional and I am glad that different options... more

Not really worth it ~ Laser hair removal was NOT worth it
Roastzanna   Wlanut Creek, CA  Aug 1, 2008  Cost: $700  Pain: Uncomfortable
I had a lot of dark bristly hair on my chin and lip. The treatment was pretty painful (tears came to my eyes, and I'm pretty stoic) and the... more

All hair has returned :-( ~ Laser hair removal was NOT worth it
Tmj202   Florida  Jul 28, 2008  Cost: $1,200  Pain: Uncomfortable
This procedure was uncomfortable; however I had high hopes of being rid of hair on my bikini area, underarms and chin/upper lip, so I endured. It... more

Not permanent! ~ Laser hair removal was NOT worth it
Cincorn   Bryan, Texas  Jul 16, 2008  Cost: $350  Pain: Uncomfortable
I had laser hair removal 3 years ago that was advertised as permanent. This was done by a Nurse Practitioner in a Medical Spa Setting. I have... more

Painful and no results ~ Laser hair removal was NOT worth it
Tickedoff   Owensboro  Jul 15, 2008  Cost: $805  Pain: Uncomfortable
I have a condition called Poly-cystic Ovaries which causes abnormal hair growth on my face and body. I had laser hair removal done on my face with... more

Love not have to shave, thanks to laser hair removal ~ Laser hair removal was worth it
Bdintiman   Fairfax  Jul 2, 2008  Cost: $850  Pain: Uncomfortable
I am so happy that I had laser hair removal of my underarms.  It took 3 treatments to see  a dramatic thinning but then 2 more to... more

I loved it. ~ Laser hair removal was worth it
Nicolegirl   Toronto, Canada  Jun 22, 2008  Cost: $2,300  Pain: Mild
At first I thought it wasn't working but after a few treatments it really started to have an affect. It was totally worth it for me. I know it's... more

Love it, even though some bad experiences ~ Laser hair removal was worth it
Anne99   New York City, USA  May 30, 2008  Cost: $1,500  Pain: Uncomfortable
I first tried laser and IPL hair removal when it first came out, I love trying new beauty solutions. I got a free session somewhere for underarms... more

Positive results, but be prepared to have hair re-grow ~ Laser hair removal was worth it
Vidiem   Branford, CT  May 10, 2008  Cost: $2,500  Pain: Uncomfortable
I had hair removed in several areas on my body - thanks to those European genes... It's now been more than 3 years, so I think I can write an... more

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