Laser hair removal will work on light hairs that contain dark pigment, laser has no effect on light hairs that are blond, red, grey or white in colour as they don’t contain enough pigment for the laser to absorb into.

If you are thinking about laser and wax or use an epilator regularly we would recommended you stop waxing/epilating 4-6 weeks before your first laser hair removal session to ensure your follicles are full and you have enough hair to treat.

Ensure the treatment area is free from tan - real or otherwise and lightly exfoliate approx 5 days before your first session.

Do not apply any moisturiser, cream, oil or lotion to the treatment area, Aloe Vera is the only thing we would recommend if skin is irritated from shaving.

Close shave the area the night before and not the day of treatment, because when you shave you slightly exfoliate and irritate the area so allow the extra time overnight for the skin to regenerate and make treatment more comfortable. Shaving the day of your treatment will cause your skin to feel more sensitive throughout the treatment and may limit the amount of energy we can use due to skin sensitivity.

This is all down to the individual. Below is an average amount of laser sessions for someone who has pale skin, dark hair that is dense, has no underlying medical issues and attends for their sessions and top up sessions at the time frame given to them.

- Face 6-12 Sessions (Most difficult areas to treat, due to hair being finer and more follicles being present)

- Bikini and Underarm: 6-10 (Labia is one of the most difficult areas here, due to skin colour being darker)

- Large areas, legs/arms etc 6-10 (Knees, Upper thighs due to thick skin on knees or finer hairs on thighs)

- Mans Back/Chest 12-15 sessions due to hair being very strong, coarse and resilient to laser.

After these sessions have been completed maintenance sessions are required, most people will need an average of 2-3 maintenance sessions a year.

Laser hair removal can be life-changing for many, but results vary due to individual genetic factors. Several key elements affect how effective treatment will be and how many sessions are needed:

• Skin colour
• Hair colour and thickness
• Energy levels used (fluences)
• Timing between sessions
• Any underlying conditions

All of this is thoroughly explained during your consultation with our laser specialists.

After laser hair removal, your skin will be sensitive. To avoid irritation, please follow these guidelines:

• Avoid hot showers, baths, steam rooms, saunas, swimming, and exercise for 24–48 hours
• No exfoliation for 3–4 days; use only gentle methods afterward
• Avoid sunbeds and direct sun exposure on the treated area during your course
• Don’t use perfumed products or heavy creams for 48 hours
• Avoid tight clothing (e.g., skinny jeans or nylon tights) for 48 hours to prevent friction and heat buildup

Following these steps is essential to protect your skin and support healing.

Around 7–10 days after treatment, the treated hairs will begin to shed. Gently exfoliate 2–3 times a week using light to medium pressure—avoid aggressive scrubbing, which can irritate the skin. Exfoliating mitts and a mild scrub work well together. Always moisturise afterward to support skin recovery.

After completing a full course (typically 6–8 sessions), top-up treatments may be needed once or three times a year, depending on your initial hair growth, stress, hormones and medication factors. When the hair starts to get darker and you are shaving more often it is time to come back for a top up. We try to maintain the hairs at being fine, light, and slow to return.

Laser hair removal results in permanent reduction, though not 100% removal. Thick, coarse hair will become finer, lighter, and less dense over time. Some areas may clear completely, while others may have occasional light regrowth. Top-up treatments, usually once or twice a year, help maintain smooth results.