Laser Hair Removal Areas: A Comprehensive Guide!

Laser hair removal uses photothermolysis to selectively target melanin in the hair and produce heat. This heat destroys hair follicles thus achieving permanent hair reduction. It removes unwanted hair and the results last for years. 

It also works for all skin tones therefore it is a popular method of hair removal these days. But, is it possible for all the areas of the body? Wondering which areas to get laser hair removal done for? Since the device produces heat, you must carefully choose the laser hair removal areas. 

Here is the list of areas the procedure is possible for!

Table of Contents:

• Part 1: List of Laser Hair Removal Areas
• Part 2: Understanding Small, Medium, and Large Areas for Laser Hair Removal
• Part 3: Can At-home Laser Hair Removal Devices Treat All Areas?

Part 1: List of Laser Hair Removal Areas

Face

A large population undergoes only facial laser hair removal because it is one of the most noticed areas of the body. Hair removal also makes facial skin look smoother. When you go for the treatment, it is further divided into hair removal of the upper lip, chin, cheeks, sideburns, and jawline individually or the whole face.

 The pain level depends upon the sensitivity of the area being treated. As for the face, it is a susceptible area due to its thin skin and proximity to the nerves. Therefore, you can expect moderate to high pain during the treatment. 

It depends upon your pain threshold and the sensitivity of the area. For instance, upper lip treatment can be the most painful.

Underarms

Laser hair removal is also compatible with underarm hair removal. Similar to the face, this area has thinner skin than other body parts. The underarm hair is also thicker and darker than the arms, legs, or facial hair. Hence, the pain level can be moderate to a little high. 

However, the treatment sessions are usually quick and take only a quarter of an hour to treat all the hair. So, the session is going to be bearable. 

Bikini Line/Brazilian

Bikini line or Brazilian hair removal is usually difficult even with traditional hair removal methods. Is it possible to undergo laser hair removal for these areas? Absolutely, yes!

Bikini line laser hair removal includes hair removal of areas that are typically seen in a bikini while in Brazilian, all the hair around the pubic region is removed. It even includes hair removal from the buttocks. Hair removal in these areas is most painful since this area has highly sensitive tissue. 

Clients often require numbing creams to make the hair removal session easier. Also, since intimate areas are exposed, it can be a bit uncomfortable too.

Legs

Laser hair removal of legs is usually divided into full-leg hair removal and half-leg hair removal. The pain level, sensitivity to the treatment, and the cost also varies accordingly.

The sensitivity is lower than the bikini line, underarms, and face because the skin is thicker on the legs. Hence, the pain level is also low to moderate. It is low for the lower half of the legs while a bit higher for the upper half. Still, it is a lot more comfortable than facial, bikini, or underarm hair removal. 

Back

Only a small population goes for laser hair removal on the back but it does not mean it is not possible. You can get hair removal done to remove unwanted back hair. The skin at the back is the thickest of all other body areas and is less sensitive but you can still feel pain during the treatment.

It is because the back hair is thick and dark. They absorb more heat thus making the treatment a bit painful. The pain level is low to moderate as back hair thickness varies individually. The lesser the thicker, the lower will be the pain. 

Chest/Abdomen

You can also get laser hair removal done for your chest and abdomen. In contrast to the back, the chest has thinner skin, making the session moderate to highly painful. Women usually have thinner hair, but men have thick hair on their chests, meaning they might feel more pain.

Regardless of gender, the pain level can vary from person to person. This is because everyone has different skin sensitivity. Those with low pain tolerance will find the laser session on their chest more uncomfortable. 

Arms and Hands

After the face, laser hair removal is most common for the arms and hands. They have thin hair therefore laser hair removal for this area is more comfortable. Mostly there is only mild to moderate discomfort during the treatment. 

The skin sensitivity for the area is usually low except for wrists and hands. In some people, hair extends beyond the wrist and grows to the middle of the hands. The session for hands is going to be more tickly as compared to arms. 

Part 2: Understanding Small, Medium, and Large Areas for Laser Hair Removal

Small Areas

Smaller body areas typically include underarms, upper lip, cheeks, and chin hair. Some places also include bikini lines in smaller areas for laser hair removal. Treatment sessions require only 10-15 minutes as they are covered quickly. 

The cost can vary depending on the services provided at the clinic. The average cost of each session is around $50-$250. Even if the sessions are small, they can be a little painful since all the small areas are sensitive. You can apply numbing creams just before going for the session. In addition, keep yourself hydrated and relaxed to make the sessions less painful. 

Medium Areas

Medium laser hair removal areas include the entire face, lower arms, lower legs, and full bikini line. These areas are slightly larger than smaller ones therefore, the cost and time per session is higher. The treatment time for each medium area can take around  30 minutes.

For lower arms, and bikini areas, each session can cost up to $250-500 while for lower legs, most salons cost around $600 or more per session. These are the areas that are commonly exposed to the sun. Therefore, you must protect your skin from sun tanning as laser sessions are harmful to tanned skin. 

Large Areas

Most salons consider chest, back, full arms, and full legs as larger areas to provide laser hair removal sessions to their clients. These sessions are typically longer and can take around an hour to be completed. These sessions are the most expensive ones.

The average cost of one session is $600-$850. These areas require 6-8 sessions with each session scheduled around 4-6 weeks apart. For the sessions to be successful, you must shave the required area before the session and ensure that there are no products applied to the skin.

Also, wear loose clothes after the session to skin irritation. 

Part 3: Can At-home Laser Hair Removal Devices Treat All Areas?

At-home IPL laser hair removal devices like Ulike Air 10 offer a convenient solution to remove unwanted hair at home. The device has multiple modes therefore you can use it on all the areas of the body. Unlike salon treatment which can take an hour for the treatment of a single area, you can complete a full-body session within this period using Ulike Air 10.

The only advantage that salon treatments have is that those devices are more powerful but you can also maintain long-lasting results with an at-home device by giving your skin touchup sessions. It is also more cost-effective as compared to professional treatment sessions.

However, your skin tone must be compatible with the device to achieve fruitful results. The devices are harmful for darker skin tones. In addition, such devices produce heat therefore you must be careful for using it on sensitive areas. Only use the designated mode for such areas and get help from a professional to avoid any mishaps. 

Conclusion

Laser hair removal is possible for almost every area of the body including the face, underarms, and even the bikini line. The sensitivity of each area varies therefore the pain level is also different for every area. The pain is high for underarms, Brazilian, or upper lip hair removal while low for arms, and legs. 

Consider each factor carefully including the cost to finally choose the areas you want the treatment for. If the sessions seem too costly, you can also go for an at-home IPL device as it can also help you achieve similar results.