FAQs
For facial hair, treatments are typically spaced 4-5 weeks apart, while body hair treatments are generally scheduled 5-6 weeks apart. If you treat the area in every 2 weeks, you are simply treating too soon and essentially just shooting heat against the skin, but not destroying anything.
Is it bad to do laser hair removal every 2 weeks? ›
Most patients can have laser hair removal once every 4 to 6 weeks. Your dermatologist will tell you when it is safe to have another treatment. Most patients see some hair regrowth. Your dermatologist can tell you when you can safely have laser treatments to maintain the results.
What happens if you get laser too often? ›
However, overuse or excessive treatments can result in several issues, including: Skin Damage: Excessive laser treatments or using too high an intensity can lead to skin damage, including burns, blisters, and changes in skin texture. These can be painful and may take time to heal.
Is 3 weeks enough between laser sessions? ›
Depending on your hair and skin type and the area being treated, you will usually require treatments at 4-6 week intervals. Each part of the body has a different hair growth cycle, so the hair loss will vary depending on what phase your follicles are in at the time of treatment.
What happens if I wait too long between laser hair removal sessions? ›
However, if you wait too long between treatments, hair follicles can be too long and won't sustain enough damage with light energy to stop growing hair. You may still experience an initial thinning, but those results will fade, and it won't be long before your normal hair growth is back.
Can I do IPL every 2 weeks? ›
We recommend using IPL once per week for 12 weeks or twice per week for 6 weeks. But how frequently you'll need to use your IPL device depends on the area you're treating and the device you use.
Will I regret laser hair removal? ›
Regret usually stems from choosing the wrong provider. While laser hair removal itself is rarely regrettable, what can lead to regret is choosing the wrong provider. A cheap, inexperienced clinic may use outdated equipment or incorrect techniques, leading to less effective treatment or even unwanted side-effects.
Can you overdo laser hair removal? ›
Not only by having too many session in a short period of time, but even by overlapping the same area during a single session. Overdoing laser hair removal can result in skin irritation, redness, and swelling. This can happen if the skin is exposed to too much laser energy, causing damage to the surrounding skin tissue.
Can you overdo laser therapy? ›
If the power density and/or the dose is exceeded, the laser loses its otherwise positive effect and may make the tissue more irritated than it already was, with unnecessary pain as a result.
Is too much laser bad for skin? ›
Laser resurfacing can cause treated skin to become darker than it was before treatment (hyperpigmentation) or lighter (hypopigmentation). Permanent changes in skin color are more common in people with dark brown or Black skin. Talk with your doctor about which laser resurfacing technique reduces this risk. Scarring.
Typically, you should have a laser hair removal session every four to eight weeks until you have achieved your ideal results. It is important to wait several weeks between sessions for numerous reasons. First, the laser can only target the extra pigmentation present in active hair follicles.
What happens if I stop laser hair removal after 6 sessions? ›
If you stop laser hair removal too early, you'll likely be left with something around the percentage that is there now. Once the particular follicle is dead it won't regrow, but new ones can be triggered by hormonal changes.
How to tell if laser hair removal is working? ›
Laser treatment begins working immediately after the first appointment. You'll first see hair falling out of treated areas within a day or two. Soon after that, you'll notice smoother skin. Once your treatment plan is complete, the results will last typically longer than waxing and can last for years.
What is the shortest time between laser hair removal treatments? ›
How Many Treatments Do I Need? For most people, it's best to wait between four and eight weeks between each treatment, and we generally recommend six treatments for optimal results.
What happens if I shave between laser sessions? ›
Yes, you can shave in between each laser hair removal treatment. During your course of treatment, you can shave any unwanted hair that may regrow. After your first laser hair removal session you will notice that you won't need to shave as much as before.
Does hair grow back in between laser sessions? ›
Since follicles grow in cycles, you may notice some hair growth in between appointments. This is normal and should be expected as part of your treatment plan.
Why can't I shave for 2 weeks after laser? ›
While waiting for the treated hair to fall out naturally, you may still want to shave to remove any visible hair. However, it's crucial to wait until your skin has fully healed before shaving to avoid any irritation or damage, which can take up to two weeks.
Can I wax 2 weeks after laser? ›
It is generally not recommended to wax after laser hair removal treatments. Waxing removes the entire hair from the follicle, which can interfere with the effectiveness of laser hair removal. It is best to avoid waxing for at least 4 weeks before your first session of laser hair removal.
How many laser sessions do I need for Brazilian? ›
The fact- “No one fits all” is also true for the Brazilian treatments. The effectiveness of the treatment depends on the thickness, growth and colour of the hair. So, the number of sessions one needs to undergo vary from person to person. Generally, 6-8 sessions are required to get your hair permanently removed.