Before you buy a laser hair removal package, you’d like to know how many treatments you’ll actually need. Every discount deal you’ve seen quotes six sessions, even though nobody has looked at your skin yet. Here’s how we plan laser hair removal sessions in Washington, DC, starting with our laser hair removal page.
Below, you’ll learn how board-certified dermatologist Dr. Marilyn Berzin, a Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, approaches your plan at our office on L Street NW. Our building offers daily and hourly parking.
Will One Laser Hair Removal Session Be Enough?
Usually not, because of your hair’s growth cycle. After your first session, you’ll notice some hairs shedding over a couple of weeks, while others that were resting grow in later. Those are the hairs Dr. Berzin will treat at your next visit, about four to six weeks later.
How Many Laser Hair Removal Sessions in Washington, DC Will I Need?
Usually somewhere between four and eight, and Dr. Berzin will refine that number as you go. At the beginning of your consultation, you and Dr. Berzin will look at each area together. Then, she’ll ask what you’ve tried so far, from shaving to the package you were quoted. Be sure to mention any recent tanning. In that case, she may suggest waiting a few weeks before your first session. Subsequently, after your first two or three sessions, the two of you will look at how much the hair has thinned and adjust the plan. Keep in mind that most patients notice a clearer difference after the second or third visit.
Do Different Areas Need Different Numbers of Laser Sessions?
Often, yes. For instance, your underarms and bikini line may respond faster than your legs. Typically, facial hair comes back sooner, so those sessions are usually spaced closer together. With our M22 laser and the Splendor X, which combines two wavelengths, Dr. Berzin can adjust the settings for your skin type in each area. The Splendor X also cools your skin as it works, and its large square spot covers your legs quickly. You’ll feel a quick snap, a bit like a rubber band, and your underarms take just a few minutes. For larger areas, our team may also use the Lumenis LightSheer INFINITY, a high-speed laser built for bigger surfaces.
What Should I Check Before Buying a Laser Hair Removal Package?
In the event you’ve already bought a package elsewhere, feel free to bring the details to your consultation. Dr. Berzin will look at the session count and let you know whether it fits your hair and skin. Rest assured, our dermatologists oversee every laser plan at our office. If budget is a concern, ask about our monthly specials when you call. You can also ask the front desk about CareCredit and our other payment options.
What Does Permanent Hair Reduction Mean for Me?
Following your last session, you’ll come back for a check about a month later, and the two of you will look at each area in good light. By then, you’ll likely find that the hair is sparser, finer and lighter. Many of our patients book a touch-up once a year, especially after hormonal changes. Before you leave that day, you’ll know whether you need one and roughly when.
Our posts on what makes laser hair removal results last and a pre-treatment checklist for laser hair removal sessions in Washington, DC can help you prepare. Before you buy laser hair removal sessions in Washington, DC, it’s worth reading both.
See DC’s Most Trusted Dermatologists
You’ll leave your consultation with Marilyn Berzin, MD, knowing how many sessions to plan for each area, how far apart to book them, and what to expect afterward.
Call DC Derm Docs at 202-822-9591 to book your appointment.
