Cost of GentleLASE Laser Hair Removal?

We have been using the Candela alexandrite GentleLASE in our practice for over ten years and find it does a superb job, especially for lighter skin types I-III.  For darker skin, Asian, Hispanic, Indian, we use the GentleYAG laser because the alexandrite laser is highly absorbed in dark pigment and would have to be turned down too much to get good results.

Prices obviously vary by market and competition. A typical cost in our practice for underarms would be $110, bikini $115, upper lip $70, male back $425, and ladies lower legs $250. We have the treatments done by an experienced aesthetic laser nurse.  California requires that hair removal be done either by a physician or an RN.  Some states allow non-medically trained personnel such as electrologists to operate hair removal lasers. 

Dynamic cryogen cooling and a large 18 mm spot, makes treatment relatively comfortable and fast.  

Although these lasers cost 85,000 or more and require costly maintenance, prices are not necessarily higher than other lasers, like diode lasers or IPL devices. 

Studies have shown that more patients prefer alexandrite (GentleLASE) treatment to IPL (intense pulsed light) on the basis of comfort.

The GentleLASE is the current gold standard for laser hair removal. We charge by the area, which is roughly determined by how many pulses are needed for the area. For example, a small area like the underarms is considerably less expensive than a larger area like the legs. That being said, treatments can be anywhere from $60 - $480. 

The GentleLASE laser, manufactured by Candela, is an excellent laser for laser hair removal. It uses a cryogen spray on the skin surface before each laser pulse to provide anesthesia and to protect the skin. Cost is based on area treated and generally by who is treating the patient. In my opinion having a doctor with training in laser surgery (such as a dermatologist) and experience in utilizing a particular laser helps to decrease the risk of complications.