10 Tips On Shopping For Laser Hair Removal

  (1) Look at experience of the technician actually treating you. Ultimately you want to make sure the person treating you has at least 2 years of experience performing aesthetic laser treatments.  Also, don’t fall for the “We only use RN’s or MD’s to do our treatments”.  Just because they are an RN or MD [...]

What is the difference between the Basic Bikini, Bikini Extended, Brazilian Bikini and Brazilian Extended?

(Question from Megan in Indianapolis, Indiana)  At Indy Laser we have four different laser hair removal options for the female bikini.  The first is the Basic Bikini: This includes about 2-3 inches outside of a traditional panty line. This does not include inside the panty line.  The next is the Bikini Extended: This will include [...]

Is it possible to do more than one treatment in a day?

(Question from Ask Indy Laser)  It depends what you are considering multiple treatments and what services.  For laser hair removal or laser tattoo removal, you can definitely have a number of different areas treated within the same visit.  We have a lot of clients who have laser hair removal performed on a majority of their [...]

Can I have laser hair removal treatments while I am pregnant?

(Question from Laura in Cicero, Indiana)  No, while there is no potential harm from having laser hair removal or laser tattoo removal  done during pregnancy, we choose not to treat during pregnancy.  During pregnancy, a womans hormones and body’s processes are going through major changes.  While these changes are going on the treatments are typically [...]

How many treatments will I need for laser hair removal?

(Question from Tammy in Muncie, Indiana)  On average it takes 5-7 treatments to be 75-98% complete. Everyone reacts to the laser differently. Some people respond faster than others. Skin color, hair color and density, hormonal imbalances, as well as the area of the body can make a difference in how many treatments are needed.

Does laser hair removal hurt?

(Question from Lucy in Greenfield, Indiana)  Everyone has a different tolerance for pain for laser hair removal. Most people find it to be very fast and tolerable and numbing cream is usually unnecessary.  Limiting sun and tanning bed exposure during the process will help make the treatments more comfortable.

Does laser hair removal work on light colored hair?

(Question from Mike in Lafayette, Indiana)  It only works on light brown to black hair. It will NOT work on blonde, gray, white, most shades of red or peach fuzz.

Do I need to grow the hair out before a treatment?

(Question from Michelle in Carmel, Indiana)  No, the area needs to be shaved or trimmed. It is best to have a little bit of stubble. We recommend shaving or trimming a day or two before a treatment. You can not wax, tweeze or thread the area in between treatments.

Will I see immediate results with laser hair removal?

(Question from Mindy in Brownsburg, Indiana)  Between treatments you will notice the hair that is growing back to be finer and possibly a little bit lighter. You will also notice the hair that has not been killed yet will be stunted, therefore causing less shaving and trimming time in between treatments. If you suffer from [...]

How do I know I am a candidate for laser hair removal?

(Question from Cathy in Avon, Indiana)  You would NOT be a candidate if you are currently pregnant, not willing to give up sun or tanning bed exposure for the duration of your treatments, are on light sensitive medications, have a history of keloid scarring or seizures, if you have metal implants in the area to [...]