Laser hair removal is one of our treatments that continues to grow in popularity. It is essentially designed to reduce or eliminate hair growth in areas such as the face, underarms, bikini line, legs, and arms. This treatment targets the natural pigment in the hair follicles with concentrated laser light energy, effectively sealing the hair follicle shut and preventing future hair growth. Because it is the brown or black pigment in the hairs that attract the laser energy, laser hair removal does not work on light or gray hairs. Contrary to popular belief, laser hair removal is not a one-time procedure. It typically requires multiple sessions spaced over several weeks and months to achieve optimal results. We usually recommend a series of six treatments spaced a month apart.  It is important to choose a dermatologist that understands how to perform lasers in different skin types. People with dark skin have a higher risk of getting burning and skin discoloration from skin laser treatments. There are certain types and wavelengths of lasers that are better for dark skin.