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Nayra Skin ClinicDr. Chetna Dholiya (Godhani)

Laser hair removal

Laser hair removal targets the hair root, so hair grows back finer and slower, and in many areas stops growing for a long time. No more waxing, threading and razor bumps.

Results build over a course of sessions, because hair grows in cycles.

Laser hair removal

How it works

The laser sends light that is absorbed by the dark pigment (melanin) in the hair. The light turns into heat, which travels down the hair shaft and damages the root, so it struggles to grow a new hair. The skin around it is protected by cooling built into the device.

Only hairs in the active growing stage respond, and at any time only some hairs are in that stage. That is why a course of sessions a few weeks apart is needed. For Indian skin, settings are chosen so the laser targets the hair, not the skin, and we always start with a patch test.

Good for

  • Upper lip, chin and face
  • Underarms, arms and legs
  • Beard line and neck shaping for men
  • Back and chest

How many sessions?

Usually 6 to 8 sessions, a few weeks apart. Some areas need occasional top-ups later.

What to expect

  1. 1

    Consultation and patch test

    We check your skin and hair type and test a small area first.

  2. 2

    Prepare

    Shave the area a day before. No waxing or threading between sessions.

  3. 3

    Laser session

    Quick pulses over the area. Most people feel a warm snap.

Results and how long they last

Most people notice slower, finer, patchier regrowth after 2 to 3 sessions and a large reduction after the full course of 6 to 8. Some hairs may return over the years, especially with hormonal changes, and a top-up session handles them. Laser works best on dark hair; white, grey and very light hair do not respond.

What affects the cost

The cost depends mainly on the size of the area (upper lip, underarms, full arms, full legs, full body) and the number of sessions. Packages for a full course usually work out cheaper per session.

We tell you the full cost of your plan before you start, so there are no surprises. For today’s price, or a running offer, just ask on WhatsApp.

Before you book, tell us if

  • Your skin is sunburnt or freshly tanned (we wait for it to settle)
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding (we usually wait)
  • You have taken isotretinoin acne tablets in the last 6 months
  • You have PCOS or a hormone condition (laser still helps, but you may need more sessions and top-ups)

Aftercare

  • Keep treated skin out of the sun and use sunscreen
  • No waxing or threading between sessions
  • Skip hot showers and the gym on the same day

Questions people ask

Is it permanent?

It gives long-lasting reduction. Most people see far less, finer hair after the full course.

Does it work on Indian skin?

Yes. We choose settings for your skin tone and start with a patch test.

Does laser hair removal hurt?

Most people describe it as a warm rubber-band snap, much less than waxing. Cooling makes it comfortable, and it eases as hair reduces.

Should I shave or wax before the session?

Shave the day before. Do not wax, thread or use hair removal cream during the course, because the laser needs the root to be in place.

Can men get laser for the beard line, back or chest?

Yes. Shaping the beard line and neck is popular with men who get razor bumps, and back and chest are common areas too.

Is laser hair removal safe in the long run?

It has been used worldwide for decades. The light does not go deep into the body. Short-term redness and bumps are common and settle within hours to a day or two.

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