Laser hair removal: The most common questions clients ask beforehand

You want smooth skin and no surprises. Before you book, you also want straight answers in plain language. At NDN.LASER we keep intake simple: We listen, we look at your skin and hair under bright light, then we outline a plan you can actually follow. This version of our guide is written the way we talk in the clinic. No big promises, just clear steps. If something is uncertain, we say so. That is how haar laseren stays safe and predictable.
What result can I realistically expect?
How many sessions and how far apart?
We plan the series by body area. Face is often every four to six weeks. Body areas are usually every six to eight. If your hair cycle is slower, we widen the interval rather than forcing the calendar. That gives new follicles time to reach the target phase, which makes laser hair removal more efficient. Six to eight sessions is a common starting point. Some clients finish sooner. Others need maintenance every few months. We will tell you which group you are likely to be in after the second or third visit when we can see your pattern.
Will it hurt?
Most people describe brief elastic snaps with a warm feeling that fades within seconds. Comfort depends on the area and the day. We cool the skin, work in calm, even passes, and check in with you as we go. If you are sensitive, we start gentle and build only when your skin tolerates it. You should be able to talk through the appointment. Laser hair removal is not a test of pain tolerance.
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What should I do before the first session?
Preparation is simple, and it helps a lot. Shave the treatment area 24 hours before your visit. Keep the skin clean and skip heavy lotions or perfumes. Do not wax or tweeze between sessions because the follicle needs to be present for the treatment to work. If you use retinoids or strong acids, pause them on the area for a few days. Tell us about new medication, especially anything that increases light sensitivity. Small habits like these make laser hair removal smoother and reduce the chance of irritation.
One short checklist
- Shave within 24 hours and arrive with clean, dry skin
- Avoid sun and self tan on the area for two weeks before treatment
- Do not wax, tweeze or thread between sessions
- Pause strong acids and retinoids for 3 to 5 days on the area
- Share any new medication with us in advance
What happens after a session?
Expect mild redness or small bumps around the shafts for a few hours. Cool the area on the day itself, avoid tight friction and wait 24 to 48 hours before hot baths, saunas or intense workouts. Hairs in treated follicles will shed over one to three weeks. That shedding is normal. Do not scrub. Let the skin do the work. Use a simple, fragrance free moisturizer once the surface feels calm again. Consistent sunscreen matters on any exposed area. It protects tone while you move through your laser hair removal series.
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Can I continue in summer?
Yes, but we will manage sun carefully. Fresh tan raises melanin in the top skin layers, which competes with the target pigment in hair. If you return from holiday with a clear tan, we may lower energy or wait a short time. That is not a delay for convenience. It is a way to keep laser hair removal safe and to avoid uneven colour. Long sleeves, shade and regular sunscreen re application make a big difference during the series.

What about skin tone and hair colour?
Modern platforms can serve a wide range of skin types. Settings must match the amount of melanin in your skin and the pigment in your hair. Dark coarse hair with fair to medium skin tends to clear fastest. Very light blond, red or grey hair responds more slowly. During consultation we classify your skin on the Fitzpatrick scale, look closely at the hair and choose settings accordingly. If we are not confident you will see a good return, we tell you honestly. Laser hair removal is a partnership and it should feel that way from the start.
Are there risks?
When performed with correct settings on suitable skin, side effects are usually mild and short lived. The most common are temporary redness, warmth and perifollicular swelling. Rarely, blisters or pigment shift can occur, especially on recently tanned skin or when aftercare is ignored. Your medical history matters. Pregnancy, active eczema on the area, a tendency to keloid or new photosensitising medication are reasons to adapt the plan or wait. Screening, careful parameters and simple aftercare keep laser hair removal predictable.
What happens during the first visit at NDN.LASER?
We start with questions about your goals and your health, then examine the area in bright, even light. If everything looks suitable, we agree on a schedule and explain aftercare. For higher risk profiles or recent sun we may do a small test spot and review the response after two weeks before treating the whole area. We document parameters and your skin’s reaction at each visit. That record guides the next session and keeps laser hair removal decisions grounded in what your skin actually does, not what we assume.
Pricing and packages
Clear pricing helps you plan the series. We quote per area and offer packages based on the typical number of sessions. If you respond faster than expected, we can convert unused sessions to maintenance or apply them to a different area by agreement. There are no surprises. The only goal is a schedule and a cost structure that you can live with while you move through laser hair removal step by step.
A simple way to look at it
Good outcomes come from good timing, steady habits and honest communication. Prepare well, protect your skin from the sun, follow the agreed spacing and tell us how the area feels in the days after each visit. We will adjust as needed. If you want clear advice that fits your skin and your week, book a consultation at NDN.LASER. We will map out your plan, explain each step and support you from first session to last so you finish with smoother skin and no drama.
Let yourself be guided by the expertise of NDN.LASER for a lasting solution.