How many treatments are necessary?

The total number of treatments varies and is based on how each patient responds to treatment.  Typically 5-8 treatments are recommended.  Treatments are spaced according to the hair growth in the area being treated, as different body areas have different growth rates.   This will be discussed at the time of consultation and first treatment. Multiple treatments are necessary because hair grows in three main phases: anagen, catagen and telogen.  Follicles can be destroyed only while hair is in the anagen phase.  At any given time, only about 30% of hair will be in this phase, and once treatments begin, growth slows.  Therefore, multiple treatments are necessary to catch each follicle in the appropriate stage so that maximum benefit is achieved.

Am I a candidate for Laser Hair Reduction?

The best candidates have dark hair.  Blonde and Red hair may respond but darker hair definitely responds to treatment since the laser is seeking darker pigment.  Having said that, Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV are best for Laser treatments, but some darker skin tones may respond with gentler settings.  A test patch is recommended for dark skin to ensure that the pigment in the skin is not being harmed.