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Permanent Hair Reduction
Laser Hair Removal
Safe, effective and permanent hair reduction using targeted laser energy, calibrated precisely for your skin type and hair colour. All Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI. Face, body and intimate areas.
Targeting melanin: not tissue.
Laser hair removal works by selective photothermolysis, the laser wavelength is chosen to be preferentially absorbed by melanin (the pigment in hair), converting to heat that is conducted down the hair shaft to destroy the follicle's growth centre without affecting surrounding tissue.
This selectivity is why the treatment is safe: skin, nerves and blood vessels are not damaged, because they contain significantly less melanin than the hair follicle. The heat concentrates precisely where it is needed.
Because laser is only effective on follicles in the active growth phase (anagen), multiple sessions are required, each session targets the proportion of follicles currently in anagen, progressively reducing total hair density with each treatment.
Hair Cycle Phase
Anagen: Active growth
Follicle actively growing. Hair contains melanin from bulb to surface. Laser is effective. ✓
Hair Cycle Phase
Catagen: Transition
Follicle regressing. Melanin connection disrupted. Laser less effective. Partial treatment only.
Hair Cycle Phase
Telogen: Resting
Follicle dormant. No melanin in shaft. Laser not effective. Sessions needed to catch future anagen cycle.
Why Multiple Sessions
Different follicles cycle
At any time, only ~20% of follicles in an area are in anagen. 6–8 sessions catches the majority, producing 70–90% permanent reduction.
Treatment Areas
Area pricing
| Area | Per Session | Course of 6 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper lip | POA | POA | 15 min |
| Chin | POA | POA | 15 min |
| Upper lip + chin | POA | POA | 20 min |
| Full face | POA | POA | 45 min |
| Underarms | POA | POA | 20 min |
| Bikini line | POA | POA | 20 min |
| Brazilian / Hollywood | POA | POA | 30 min · All skin types |
| Half legs (upper or lower) | POA | POA | 45 min |
| Full legs | POA | POA | 75 min |
| Chest / abdomen | POA | POA | 45 min |
| Back | POA | POA | 60 min |
| Full body | POA | POA | Full day session |
All prices are per session. Course pricing shown for 6 sessions, courses must be completed within 12 months. A patch test is required before your first full treatment, included free of charge.
Before & after your session
Following these guidelines ensures the best results and minimises the risk of adverse effects.
Shave the area 12–24 hours before your session. The laser needs visible melanin in the follicle, not the shaft above the skin.
No waxing or epilating for 4 weeks before treatment. These remove the hair root, leaving no target for the laser.
Avoid sun exposure and fake tan for 4 weeks before and after. Tanned skin has more melanin, increasing risk and reducing safety margins.
Apply SPF 50 to treated areas for 4 weeks post-treatment, especially face and décolletage.
Avoid heat: sauna, hot baths, intense exercise, for 24 hours post-treatment.
Fitzpatrick types IV–VI require specialist parameter settings. Always disclose your skin type accurately at consultation.
Common questions
How many sessions will I need?
6–8 sessions for most body areas, 4–6 weeks apart. Facial hair may require more due to hormonal influence. A course of 6 treats the majority of follicles.
Does it work on dark skin?
Yes, all Fitzpatrick skin types I–VI are treated. Darker skin types require specific wavelength selection and parameter adjustment to maintain safety. We do not take a one-size-fits-all approach.
Is it permanent?
'Permanent reduction' is the accurate term: a course of 6–8 sessions produces 70–90% permanent reduction in hair density. Annual maintenance sessions address the small percentage of surviving follicles.
Is a patch test required?
Yes, always. A patch test and consultation are required before the first full treatment. This is non-negotiable for safety. It is included free of charge and takes 15 minutes.
Start with a patch test.
Book a free patch test and consultation. We'll assess your skin type, choose the right parameters and confirm you're suitable before any full treatment begins.