Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is a versatile treatment option, able to target virtually anywhere on the body where unwanted hair grows. Many patients opt to treat their chin, neck, chest, arms, legs, abdomen, back, underarms, bikini line, and more.

Follicles are responsible for growing hairs all over the body, so effective hair-removal treatments specifically target these follicles to shut them down.

Laser hair removal treatments work by sending powerful light energy through the surface of the skin and into the deeper layers where the hair root sits in individual follicles. Because the hair pigment is darker than the surrounding tissue, it absorbs more laser energy. The absorbed light converts into heat, which rapidly rises and damages the entire follicle.

A damaged follicle can’t properly produce hair, so regrowth is delayed, which means that existing hairs ultimately fall out and no new hairs grow in any time soon to take their place. It is important to note that laser hair removal works best on hairs that are actively growing. Not all hairs are actively growing at the same time, so to effectively clear an area, multiple sessions—typically three to six—are necessary.

Once cleared, the results are long-lasting, with some people essentially considering them to be permanent. Although hair can regrow, it is often finer and lighter than before. Maintenance treatments can also help to keep the targeted areas hair-free.

Our team is committed to excellent results, which is why we have chosen laser hair removal technology that works on all skin types. We also prioritize patient comfort, so you’ll find that the heat from the laser energy is well-tolerated—and we can further improve the experience by offering a topical numbing agent if desired. In all, patients tend to describe the experience as a “warm, prickly sensation.”

Because we want your results to be the best they can be, we also encourage all of our laser hair removal patients to protect their skin after each session by staying out of direct sunlight and applying a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen whenever going outdoors.

The BonneVie MD Aesthetics team is committed to making each patient’s experience and results as ideal as possible. We will work directly with you every step of the way and target each treatment to deliver truly customized results. Talk to us about other laser options, including laser skin rejuvenation, as well as skin-clearing IPL and microneedling.