Laser hair removal is one of the most requested treatments, but also one of the most misunderstood. Here we separate the facts from popular beliefs so you can decide with confidence.
How does it actually work?
The laser emits a beam of light that the melanin in the hair absorbs and turns into heat, progressively weakening the follicle. That's why it's done over several sessions: each one acts on the hair that is in its active growth phase.
Myth: "it's painful"
Most people describe a warm sensation or a slight sting, not intense pain. Modern devices include cooling systems that make the experience far more comfortable than waxing or shaving over the long term.
Myth: "one session is enough"
No treatment removes all hair in a single session. The usual approach is a plan of several spaced sessions to treat hair in its different phases and achieve lasting, even reduction.
Fact: preparation matters
Avoid intense sun exposure and don't wax or pluck between sessions, since that removes the root the laser needs. Shaving the area before your appointment is allowed and recommended.
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