Laser hair removal is most effective on hair with pigment, so it will not work well on white, grey, blonde or very fine hair. The Elite+ offers two wavelengths for treating a range of skin tones, but suitability and settings need to be assessed individually. We’ll discuss this with you before treatment.

Most people need a course of treatments because hair grows in cycles, and the laser can only treat hairs at a suitable stage of growth. The number varies with the area, hair and individual response. We’ll recommend a course after assessing you, and some people choose maintenance sessions later.

The right gap depends on the area being treated and how your hair responds. We’ll advise when to book your next session so it follows your treatment plan. The plan will generally always start with a 4 week gap and change according to your hair growth.

You may feel a brief warm or prickling sensation. Comfort varies by person and area. We use a Zimmer Cryo 6 cooler to blow cold air onto the skin before, during and after treatment, which can help reduce discomfort. A lot of clients say this method of cooling is the best they’ve had.

Shave the area 24 hours prior to your appointment, always using shaving foam and a sharp razor. Arrive with clean skin, free from creams, oils and deodorant on the treatment area. Avoid waxing, plucking or threading during your course, as these remove the hair the laser needs to target. Tell us about recent tanning or sun exposure before your appointment.

The skin may be temporarily warm or pink. Treated hairs don’t always fall out straight away; they can shed over the following days or weeks. Let them shed naturally, and follow the aftercare advice we give you. Usually we will ask to not shave for the first 10 days.

Keep the area cool and avoid anything that makes it hot or irritated until it has settled (usualy 24-28 hours) for example, hot baths, saunas and vigorous exercise. Protect treated skin from strong sun and follow your practitioner’s advice about when to resume your usual skincare or activities.

Temporary redness, warmth or swelling around the hair follicles can happen. As with any laser treatment, there are possible risks, so we’ll assess your skin and medical history, explain what to expect and advise whether treatment is suitable. Let us know about medicines, skin conditions or recent changes in your health before your appointment.

No. We don’t carry out laser hair removal during pregnancy. If you’re breastfeeding, please wait until at least six months after you have stopped breastfeeding before booking treatment.

Some medications can make your skin more sensitive to light. Please tell us about any medication you take before your appointment. You’ll need to check with your doctor and get their all-clear before treatment. Once you have it, let us know so we can decide whether a patch test is needed or whether your appointment should be postponed. If you tell us about medication on the day of your appointment and we need to cancel or postpone your treatment, the appointment will still be charged.