Typical Hair Removal Prices

For some, three treatments can be enough to removal all their unwanted hair but for other individuals it can take 6 or more. Because of this, prices will vary widely. The ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons), places the average price in the United States for a single laser hair removal treatment at $429. This will be higher or lower depending on your location in the US and the surgeon performing the procedure. The price of laser hair removal in smaller areas is less and in larger areas more. Most clinics will give a discount for package deals.

Laser Hair Removal Prices By Region

• Southern U.S. – $400
• Western U.S. – $420
• Eastern U.S. – $425
• Midwest U.S. – $450

Laser Hair Removal Prices By Area

• Underarms – $250 to $350
• Bikini area – $350 to $500
• Arms – $350 to $500
• Chest – $350 to $600
• Lower legs – $600 to $850
• Thighs – $600 to $850
• Face and Neck – $600 to $900

How Prices For Laser Hair Removal Are Calculated
The way the laser hair removal prices are calculated is different in all clinics, but generally will fall into one of three categories:

Flat Fee – This is usually a one time fee that is charged for each session. Great for large areas.
Timed Fee – Fee charged based on the time it takes to do the procedure. Great for very quick small areas.
Fee per Pulse – Fee charged based on the number of pulses of the laser that it takes to remove the hair. Great for any area.

Is It Worth The Cost?
Seeing as how it is one of the fastest growing cosmetic procedures I would say many people think so. Nothing is as unattractive as an unwanted body hair and with such a simple treatment available to solve that problem there’s no reason not to have laser hair removal.

Increasing in popularity every year, laser facial hair removal is one of the most sought out non surgical treatments available. More and more people see the benefits this form of facial hair removal including men who make up about a quarter of the patients.

Men are always looking for products that will enhance their appearance, especially their hair. That’s why hair loss products are so popular. Many men seek laser hair removal for their facial hair because it is more effective than shaving and/or they have painful ingrown hairs that resulted from shaving against the grain.

You can have laser hair removal performed anywhere on the face including the chin, lips, eyebrows, and cheeks. This type of treatment only takes a few minutes to do and requires no general anesthetic – you will be awake for the procedure. You can leave right after it is finished, it’s entirely outpatient based. Laser hair removal is generally repeated at least once a month from anywhere from 2-6 months to ensure quality hair removal.

As mentioned in our other page what is laser hair removal, the best patient for laser hair removal is an individual with lighter skin and darker coarse hair since lasers target the melanin of the hair in the skin and can have trouble distinguishing dark skin from dark hair. But darker skinned individuals have options such as the Nd:YAG laser and others with much longer wave lengths then traditional lasers.

A good candidate is also in good physical condition and mental health but really any potential candidate for laser facial hair removal should have realistic expectations on what the procedure will actually accomplish for them.You should understand that laser hair removal is a long term solution to unwanted hair but it is not always permanent and the hair can regrow with some patients. Even though there’s a chance it can regrow back it is still the best option. With every other option the hair will regrow.

Facial hair removal is performed by a cosmetic surgeon in his office or in a hospital. You should get the most experienced and qualified surgeon you can as experience will play a big role on how well the hair is removed and how long the treatment will take. The cosmetic surgeon will apply some anesthetic to your face and then use the laser he deems will be best for your skin and hair color and will begin to remove your unwanted hair. You might feel a slight discomfort but many patients report no pain at all.

Most patients recover from the procedure in as little as a day but those who don’t usually only experience side effects for a week or less. Side effects include: sensitivity, redness, and some peeling of the skin on the treated area.

Preparation for Your First Treatment

Before you will be considered for the procedure, you must consult a surgeon and see if they think the procedure will work on you. Then if you are accepted photographs will be taken from different angles on the area to be treated.

Don’t use hair treatment products such as gels and waxes three weeks before you go in for treatment or you will have to wait even longer. Those products can interfere with the procedure.

How Laser Hair Removal Works

A cosmetic surgeon will first apply an anesthetic cream to the area he will be working with. When the cream starts working the surgeon will place a laser device against your skin as well as an additional cooling device that keeps the rest of skin cooled. Depending on the area the surgeon will be working on you may be asked to wear goggles. One treatment can take anywhere from 5 minutes to several hours depending on what area you are having treated at that time.

Tips For After The Procedure

Avoid direct sunlight after your procedure so you don’t damage the skin and also don’t touch the affected area. Besides following these two simple rules, your life can return to normal. Laser hair removal should not effect your day to day routine at all.

Laser Hair Removal Downsides

Most people who go through with laser hair removal never experience any problems but as with every cosmetic or medical procedure there are risks. These can include incomplete removal of the hair but that can usually be solved with more treatments. The worst side effect that can occur is hyper pigmentation or darkening of the skin. Usually this is temporary but in some rare cases can be permanent. Hypo pigmentation could also occur which is where the skin actually becomes lighter in color.

Even though these risks exist many many people still go through the procedure and its popularity is still growing. If you’re looking for the solution to your unwanted hair there really is only one long lasting option: laser hair removal.

Men and women both pursue laser hair removal services to remove unwanted hair. Commonly treated areas include lips, back, shoulders, butt, thighs, legs, bikini lines, chest, stomach, arms, and armpits.

Laser hair removal is becoming increasingly popular because of its speed and effectiveness. It requires multiply treatments, usually in the range of 5-7 but can demand as many as 12. These treatments are spread out at 3-12 weeks apart. The time between these treatments vary depending on the response to the treatment.

Laser hair removal is fairly safe but there are always risks with every type of medical procedure. Some of these risks include chance of darkening or discoloring dark skin with the laser, white spots, scabs, and swelling. Most people only experience slight discomfort when going through the procedure. Doing research and finding the most experienced technicians will reduce your risk.