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Laser hair removal at spa vs dermatologist - is there a difference in their technology?

Mike2649
Ive gone to various laser hair removal spa type places around the city over the years and have tried getting hair removal on my my neck and upper cheeks area but never saw any difference at all even after 3-6 treatments and would then give up. I know you often have to go for 6-12 but I would expect to see some descent progress after 3-6 sessions. Is there a different in the technology used in derm office vs these med spas that generally are much cheaper? I have a mix of light and dark brown hair

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Dr. Jason Emer, MD
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