Age: 30
Treatment Areas: Full body (underarms, legs, arms, back, bikini line, face, stomach)
The number of sessions is: 5
Total Price: $1,000
Is it worth it to you? Yes.
“I started seeing results on my legs after three or four sessions, and I’ve noticed the hair now comes back in small, sparse patches there. The stubbornest areas are my bikini and armpits.
The experience was actually quite uncomfortable, and I definitely felt the heat on my skin—like a sharp pinch. When you’re Black, you also have to be particularly careful with lasers because of the heat that targets the melanin, which can possibly burn your skin. That’s why, before I booked an appointment, I asked the practitioner (and checked the clinic’s social media pages) to see if they had experience working with people with darker skin tones.
Overall, I would say this solution has been worth it for me, considering the significant difference it’s made. One thing I didn’t realize, however, was that I had to shave before each appointment—I assumed I wouldn’t have to use a razor anymore, so I feel like that kind of defeated the purpose.”
“Not worth the time, money, or pain, given that it made my hair regrowth so much worse.”
Name: Nessa J.
Age: 20
Treatment Areas: Upper lip and chin
The number of sessions is: 8
Price: $850
Is it worth it to you? No.
“I have Middle Eastern heritage, so I’ve always had dark and plentiful body hair. I was more insecure with my facial hair.
My upper lip responded well to the treatment after a couple of sessions. But my chin, which had only a few hairs at the beginning, had an adverse response to the laser. Dozens of follicles grew suddenly. You can find out more about us by clicking here. hair! This side effect isn’t common, but not many practitioners warn you about it. (It’s called paradoxical hypertrichosis, and it’s more likely to occur when lasering your face.) So I was left with a lot more hair than I started with, and I had to start doing electrolysis, which is a lot more painful and costly: I’ve now done 36 sessions in almost two years, and it’s $140 each time.”
“The upfront cost was significant, but it really paid for itself in the end.”
Name: Kevin S.
Age: 32
Treatment Areas: Back and chest
The number of sessions is: 6
Total Price: $2,000
Is it worth it to you? Yes.
“I was intrigued by the promise of a longer-lasting solution than shaving, and the results have been transformative. My hair grew slower and I was able to save hundreds of dollars on razors and waxing sessions. (Before I started the treatments, my monthly professional waxing cost me about $100.
A surprising aspect was the intensity of the pain. While it was not unbearable, I was surprised by how intense the sensation was, especially on sensitive areas. The sensation was like a rubberband snapping repeatedly against my skin. The discomfort was only temporary and diminished after each visit. It’s also important to note that everyone’s experience will vary. I have some friends with fantastic results similar to mine and others who saw less dramatic changes.”
“It’s not purely about aesthetics. I truly believe this was a medical need.”
Name: Katie C.