Laser Hair Removal is extremely successful

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD answers: How much hair can be removed using laser hair removal?

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


Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
9 months ago

Laser hair removal is extremely successful with a high safety profile if performed under medical supervision. Regardless of location, the determinants of success in laser hair removal depends on the type of laser used, the intensity of the laser beam, the recipient skin color, and most importantly, the density and color of the hair follicles.

Laser hair removal can be successfully used to remove all hair in the bikini area, including hair on the labia and clitoral hood. The density and color of hair will determine whether the laser is effective in these regions.

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A: Percentage of hair removed using Laser Hair Removal

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
7 days ago

Generally you should expect between 75% - 95% after 6-8 treatments depending on your skin type, hair color, laser used and experience of the practitioner. If the % is lower, it is generally because the hairs that remain are finer or contain less color. Near 100% hair removal (for dark hair) may be achieved but additional treatments are usually required.

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