Laser Hair Removal FAQs in Darien

Do not pluck or wax your hair for about six weeks prior to treatment. By doing so, you will remove the hair follicles, which are vital to successful laser treatment. Two days before your appointment, you should shave, which will enable the laser to penetrate directly into the follicle itself. Additionally, you should avoid excess sun exposure for about six weeks beforehand.

The pigment in your hair follicles will absorb the laser energy. The energy will then destroy the follicles when they are in the active phase of the growth cycle.

Dr. Passaretti recommends at least three sessions, which can reduce unwanted hair by 79 percent. However, for the most dramatic results, you will typically need six to eight rounds of treatment. If you are receiving treatment on your face, we recommend scheduling appointments about eight weeks apart to ensure an optimal outcome. For larger areas, we usually schedule treatments 12 weeks apart.

Laser hair removal involves minimal discomfort, especially with our advanced laser system. You may experience a slight pinching sensation, similar to a rubber band snapping against your skin. Most patients find this gentle feeling to be much less bothersome than the pain associated with waxing.