Verrucous Nevus Treatment
Ablative laser or surgical treatment for raised, warty epidermal nevi.
Laser Hair Removal
Overview
Laser hair removal directs light energy at the pigment in the hair follicle, damaging its ability to regrow hair. Because it targets pigment, it works on hair that is actively growing — which is why a course of sessions spaced several weeks apart is needed to catch follicles at the right stage. The accurate term is long-term hair reduction, not permanent removal.
Treatment by body area
The laser settings and session length are adjusted for each area, but the underlying course structure (6–8 sessions, spaced by hair growth cycle) is the same throughout.
- Face — upper lip, chin and sideburns are common requests; facial hair often needs more sessions than body hair due to a higher proportion of hormonally-influenced regrowth.
- Underarms — one of the fastest-clearing areas, with a comparatively short course.
- Arms and legs — larger areas with a longer per-session time, often split into upper/lower or half/full leg bookings.
- Bikini and Brazilian — a more sensitive area where cooling and technique adjustments are used for comfort.
- Back and chest — commonly requested by men, with coarser hair sometimes needing slightly more sessions.
- Full body — usually booked as a package across several sessions per area rather than a single long appointment.
Benefits of this treatment
Long-term reduction in shaving and waxing
Most patients see a substantial, lasting reduction in hair regrowth after a full course of sessions.
Reduces ingrown hairs and irritation
Fewer regrowing hairs means fewer ingrown hairs and less recurring skin irritation from shaving or waxing.
Works on most body areas
Face, underarms, legs, back and bikini area can all be treated with settings adjusted to the area and skin type.
No downtime
Most people return to normal activities immediately after each session.
How the procedure is performed
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1
10 minutes
Patch test
A small test area is treated first to confirm settings are safe for your skin, particularly important for darker skin tones.
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2
5 minutes
Preparation
The area is shaved immediately beforehand, and protective eyewear is provided.
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3
15–60 minutes
Treatment
The laser is passed systematically over the area, with cooling to protect the skin and improve comfort.
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4
5 minutes
Aftercare
A soothing gel is applied and sun protection advice is given for the following weeks.
Recovery and aftercare
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Hours after
Mild redness
The area may look and feel like mild sunburn for a few hours.
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Days 1–3
Settling down
Any redness or slight swelling around follicles resolves quickly.
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Days 7–14
Shedding phase
Treated hairs shed over one to two weeks — this is the hair falling out, not new growth.
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Ongoing
Between-session care
Strict sun protection over the treated area is maintained throughout the whole course.
Risks and side effects
Temporary redness or swelling
Common immediately after treatment and typically settles within hours to a day.
Pigment changes
Temporary lightening or darkening of the treated skin can occur, more often in darker skin tones, and usually fades over weeks to months.
Incomplete response
Some hair, particularly very fine or light hair, may respond poorly regardless of technique.
Rarer complications
- Burns — Rare with correctly matched settings and a proper patch test, but a real risk of incorrect device selection for the skin tone.
- Paradoxical hypertrichosis — Uncommonly, treated hair can become finer but more numerous rather than reducing — more often reported in certain hormonal or hair-growth patterns.
What it costs
What affects the price
Area size
Small areas (upper lip, underarms) cost less per session than large areas (full legs, back).
Number of sessions
Course packages (typically 6–8 sessions) are usually more cost-effective than paying per single session.
Hair density and coarseness
Denser or coarser hair may need more sessions or longer treatment time.
Frequently asked questions
The accurate term is long-term hair reduction. Most patients see a substantial, lasting reduction, but hormonal areas in particular can see some regrowth over years, sometimes needing occasional maintenance sessions.
Typically 6–8 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, since only hairs in an active growth phase respond to each session.
Most people describe it as a warm snapping sensation, well tolerated with the device’s cooling system; sensitivity varies by area.
Yes, with the correct laser wavelength and settings, and always preceded by a patch test — this is precisely why a patch test is not optional at our clinic.
Related
Treatments patients also consider
Becker’s Nevus Treatment
Laser treatment for the pigmentation and excess hair of a Becker’s nevus.
Laser Acne Treatment
Light and laser treatment for active inflammatory acne, alongside medical management.
Laser Face Lift
A non-surgical combination of resurfacing and tightening for early facial ageing.
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