Hair Removal

Ideal candidates for hair removal include someone with unwanted hairs on almost any portion of the body and males who suffer from beard rash after shaving. Female patients with facial hair and men with thick back and/or chest hair are good candidates. Patients with light-colored skin and dark hair are ideal since the laser targets the pigment and can “see” the darker hair follicles better.

The cost of hair removal depends on several factors including the size of the treatment area, the geographic location of the treatment and the skill level of the doctor. The cost can also vary per the number of sessions required to achieve the desired results. Laser hair removal costs around $350-$900 per session. Electrolysis costs about $50-$80 per hour. While electrolysis may seem relatively cheap, patients usually need treatments on a weekly basis for several months or years to completely remove the hair.

After hair removal, the patient may experience some redness and swelling but this will resolve within a few days. Shedding will occur during this time and may continue during the first few weeks. Patients can usually notice results after 4 to 6 treatments. While both hair removal techniques effectively remove unwanted hair, laser hair removal can quickly and effectively slow hair growth but it is not guaranteed to permanently remove hair. However, electrolysis can permanently remove hair after numerous sessions.