Is laser hair removal permanent?

While it significantly reduces hair growth, some maintenance treatments might be needed over time. It's often referred to as "permanent hair reduction."

Does laser hair removal hurt?

Patients often describe the sensation as a rubber band snapping against the skin. The level of discomfort varies between individuals and treatment areas.

How many treatments will I need?

Typically, patients require 6-8 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart, but this can vary depending on the treatment area and individual hair growth cycles.

Where can I get laser hair removal treatments?

The Skin Center offers laser hair removal at all of our medical spa locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan. Schedule a complimentary consultation at the nearest Skin Center location to you: Greater Pittsburgh: Mt. Lebanon (Scott Twp.), Shadyside, Wexford, Cranberry Twp., Murrysville, Southpointe Columbus: Dublin, Gahanna Cleveland: Shaker Heights, Westlake Michigan: Grand Rapids, Holland

Laser Hair Removal

Enjoy smooth skin and long-lasting results with laser hair removal. Our advanced laser treatments are designed for fast, comfortable hair reduction customized to your skin type, treatment area, and individual goals.

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What are the benefits of laser hair removal?

Long-term smoothness
Time saving and cost effective
Reduced ingrown hairs
No downtime

What does laser hair removal treat?

Ingrown hairs Unwanted body hairs

What areas can be treated with laser hair removal?

Arms Back Bikini Area Chest Upper Lip

Chin Face
Legs
Under Arms

What is Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal is a popular aesthetic treatment that uses concentrated light energy to target the pigment (melanin) in unwanted hair. The treatment is designed to reduce hair growth over time, helping you achieve smoother skin with longer-lasting results. Laser hair removal can be performed on many areas of the face and body and customized to your skin type, hair type, and treatment goals.

How does Laser Hair Removal Work?

During a laser hair removal treatment, controlled pulses of light energy are directed toward the unwanted hair. The energy is then absorbed by the melanin in the hair, producing heat in the hair follicle. The heat reduces the hair follicle’s ability to produce new hair. Treatment settings can be adjusted based on a number of factors, such as skin type, hair color and texture, treatment area, and individual needs to provide a comfortable and effective hair reduction experience.

Laser Hair Removal FAQs

How does laser hair removal work?

The laser emits a light that is absorbed by the melanin in the hair, which then converts to heat and damages the hair follicles, inhibiting future hair growth.
Is laser hair removal permanent?

While it significantly reduces hair growth, some maintenance treatments might be needed over time. It’s often referred to as “permanent hair reduction.”
Does laser hair removal hurt?

Patients often describe the sensation as a rubber band snapping against the skin. The level of discomfort varies between individuals and treatment areas.
How many treatments will I need?

Typically, patients require 6-8 treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart, but this can vary depending on the treatment area and individual hair growth cycles.
What areas can be treated?

Common areas include legs, armpits, bikini line, upper lip, chin, and back. Nearly any area with unwanted hair can be treated.
Where can I get laser hair removal treatments?
The Skin Center offers laser hair removal at all of our medical spa locations in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan. Schedule a complimentary consultation at the nearest Skin Center location to you:
- Greater Pittsburgh: Mt. Lebanon (Scott Twp.), Shadyside, Wexford, Cranberry Twp., Murrysville, Southpointe
- Columbus: Dublin, Gahanna
- Cleveland: Shaker Heights, Westlake
- Michigan: Grand Rapids, Holland

Stay out of the sun for at least two weeks prior to your treatment to avoid skin irritation or potential complications.
Shave the area to be treated that day or day before your appointment, as this prepares the follicles and improves the effectiveness of the treatment.
Skip other hair removal methods (waxing, plucking, electrolysis, etc.) for several weeks before treatment, as these methods can disturb the hair follicle and affect the efficacy of the laser treatment.

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Stay out of direct sunlight and use a high SPF sunscreen to prevent irritation and hyperpigmentation on the treated areas.
Keep skin cool after treatment.  A cool compress, aloe gel, or light oil-free moisturizer may be used on the treatment area to minimize discomfort.
Stay away from saunas, hot tubs, and warm showers for at least 48 hours to prevent additional irritation to the treated areas.

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