The treatment
Smooth skin, less upkeep.
Laser targets hair at the root, so it grows back finer & sparser with each session. After a series, there's far less to shave, wax or think about.
How it works
Targeting hair at the root.
Pulses of light travel down the hair to the root, where they turn to heat & slow its ability to grow back. Hair grows in cycles, & the laser works best on hairs in their growing phase, so each session catches a new set.
Why it takes a series
- GrowingWhere the laser works best
- ChangingHair detaches
- RestingHair rests, then sheds
Why laser
Laser vs shaving & waxing.
Shaving
Waxing
Laser
Lasts
A day or two1 to 3 days
A few weeks3 to 6 weeks
Long-term reductionLong-term
Upkeep
Every few days
Every 4 to 6 weeks
A series, then the odd touch-upA series, then touch-ups
Downsides
Stubble, razor burn, ingrownsStubble, razor burn
Painful, ingrowns, growing it out between visitsPain, ingrowns
An upfront commitmentUpfront cost
Cost
Adds up foreverNever stops
Recurring for lifeNever stops
Pays off over time
Why us
Experience you can't rush.
Laser looks simple from the outside. The skill is in reading each person's hair & skin, & knowing how to set the laser for it. That only comes from years of doing it, & we've had a lot of them.
Pricing
Priced by area.
Prices are per session. Most areas need 6 to 8 sessions, & every area comes as a series of 6 for less.
New to laser with us? Your first visit is a $50 consultation & patch test, taken off your first session or series.
Your visit
Before, during & after.
- When you book Tell us about any medications, if you're pregnant, or if you get cold sores near the area.
- From now on No waxing, plucking or threading. The laser needs the hair in the root, so shave only.
- 2 weeks before No sun, tanning or self-tan. Tanned skin can't be treated.
- The day before Shave the area.
- On the day Clean, bare skin. No lotion, makeup or deodorant on the area.
- First visit Your consultation & patch test. If there's time, your first session can be the same day.
- How long 10 to 90 minutes, depending on the area.
- What you'll feel A quick, warm snap with each pulse, like an elastic band. Your skin is cooled as we go.
- A few hours Redness & small bumps around the hairs, sometimes into the next day.
- 24 to 48 hours No sun, saunas, hot showers or heavy sweating.
- 1 to 3 weeks Treated hairs shed on their own. Let them, don't pull them.
- Between sessions Shave only. No waxing or plucking.
- Every morning SPF 50+ on any treated skin that sees the sun.
- Next session 4 to 8 weeks later, depending on the area.
Will it work on my skin & hair?
We treat light to medium skin tones. On deeper skin, laser carries a higher risk of pigment changes, like dark patches, so we don't take that risk. It also works best on dark hair, since the laser targets the pigment in the hair, so very light, grey, white or red hair won't respond well. Not sure where you fall? That's what the $50 consultation & patch test is for.
What happens at the consultation?
We look at your skin & hair, go over your history, then patch test a small spot to find the safest, most effective settings for you. It's $50, taken off your first session or series. If there's time, your first session can be the same day.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel a quick, warm snap with each pulse, like an elastic band. Your skin is cooled as we go, & most people find it easier than waxing. Thinner, more sensitive areas can feel sharper.
Is it permanent?
It's long-term reduction, not every hair gone forever. Most people end up with much less hair, & what grows back is finer. Hormones can bring some back over the years, so the odd touch-up is normal.
How many sessions will I need?
Most areas need 6 to 8, 4 to 8 weeks apart. Hair grows in cycles & the laser works best on growing hairs, so each session catches a new set.
Can I shave between sessions?
Yes, & you should. Shaving is the only hair removal to use during your series. Waxing, plucking & threading pull out the hair the laser needs.
Is there any downtime?
Very little. Some redness or small bumps for a few hours, sometimes into the next day. Most people go straight back to their day.
Is it safe?
Yes, when the laser is matched to your skin. That's why every new client starts with a patch test, why we don't treat deeper skin tones, & we've offered laser hair removal for over 25 years.
What happens next
Start with a patch test.
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Book a consultation
Book your $50 laser consultation online. The intake form comes with your confirmation.
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Patch test
We look at your skin & hair, then test a small spot to find the right settings for you.
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Start your series
Same day if there's time, or we book your first session before you leave. The $50 comes off your first session or series.
“They're very attentive, especially when treating those *ahem* more uncomfortable areas, making the whole experience as smooth (literally) and painless as possible. Their professionalism and care make all the difference.”