Laser hair removal sounds simple enough until you start wondering how many appointments it will actually take. You may notice less hair after your first treatment, but getting the smoother, longer-lasting reduction you want usually takes several sessions because not all hair grows at the same time.
At Jeffrey C. Dawes, MD, FRCSC, Plastic and Dermatologic Surgery in Calgary, AB, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey C. Dawes brings 17 years of post-secondary education and extensive aesthetic and reconstructive training to laser hair removal with Forever Bare BBL.
How Many Laser Hair Removal Sessions Do Most People Need?
Most people need about 6 to 8 laser hair removal sessions to work through the hair growth cycle and achieve long-lasting hair reduction. Some people may need additional treatments, particularly when the hair is coarse or responds more slowly.
Your treatment plan can vary based on factors such as:
- Treatment area: Hair growth cycles differ across the face and body.
- Hair thickness: Coarser hair may require additional sessions to thin sufficiently.
- Hair growth cycle: Only hairs in the appropriate growth stage respond effectively during each appointment.
- Your response to treatment: Hair reduction can progress at a different pace for each person.
Why Are Multiple Laser Hair Removal Treatments Necessary?
Hair grows in cycles, and individual hairs are not all in the same phase at once. Laser hair removal works by delivering light energy to the hair follicles, so repeated appointments allow us to target additional follicles as they enter the appropriate growth stage.
This is why stopping after one or two appointments is unlikely to give you the full reduction you are looking for.
How Far Apart Are Laser Hair Removal Sessions?
The time between treatments depends partly on the area being treated. At our Calgary practice, sessions for the face, underarms, and bikini area may be spaced about 6 to 8 weeks apart, while the back and legs may require around 8 to 10 weeks between treatments.
Sticking to your recommended schedule gives new hairs time to reach the stage when treatment is most effective.
Start Your Laser Hair Removal Plan in Calgary
Ready to spend less time dealing with unwanted hair? Schedule a consultation with Jeffrey C. Dawes, MD, FRCSC, Plastic and Dermatologic Surgery in Calgary, AB.
Call 403-571-3141 today to book your appointment.
