If you are not happy with shaving, tweezing, or waxing to remove unwanted hair, laser hair reduction may be an option worth considering. Laser hair reduction is one of the most commonly done procedures in a dermatologist clinic.
There are different kinds of devices used like ND Yag, Diode, Alexandrite, IPL. These lasers are US FDA approved for hair reduction. The laser interacts with the pigment in the hair to produce heat, which inturn destroys the cells producing hairs.
We can practically do the entire body. It needs multiple sessions [8-10] spaced out at a 4 to 6 weeks interval. at a 4 to 6 weeks interval.
Lasers are used in medical procedures for more than 20 years and no long term side effects are reported.

Pre And Post Care
Pre:
- Avoid bleach, waxing, threading 2-3 weeks prior to treatment
- Inform the doctor about any underlying medical conditions prior to treatment
Post:
- Avoid waxing / threading in between sessions
- Avoid excessive sweating, swimming, sauna 2-5 days post treatment
- Keep your skin hydrated with moisturizers.
- Inform the treating doctor if there are areas of redness, itching.
- Laser hair reduction has to be followed only after a detailed consultation with a Dermatologist.