Unwanted Hair

Body hair is natural and healthy, but many people prefer to keep some areas smooth and hair-free. Many people include shaving in their shower routine weekly or even daily to keep their unwanted hair at bay. Others try waxing or tweezing for hair removal that’s slightly longer lasting but even more uncomfortable. Shaving and waxing can also leave your skin red and irritated, even causing nicks, burns, or ingrown hairs. Unfortunately, the discomfort often lasts longer than the smooth skin that it earned.

It’s no surprise that more and more people are trading the frustrations of razors and wax for the ease and convenience of laser hair removal. Our team at Capital Laser & Skin Care has the expertise and cutting-edge technology to help you conquer unwanted hair.

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Shaving cuts unwanted hair at the skin’s surface, while waxing plucks it out entirely. But laser hair removal takes a more effective approach: disabling the follicles so they no longer produce hair. After the laser energy damages the hair follicles in the treated area, they shed the existing hair and stop creating new hair.

Hair follicles cycle through different stages, and the laser can only treat them in the growth phase. Typically, a laser hair removal session removes 10-25% of hair in the treated area. With repeated sessions, you can achieve almost complete hair removal.

Our board-certified dermatologists offer laser hair removal for almost any part of the body. Common areas for hair removal include:

  • Upper lip
  • Arms and underarms
  • Chest
  • Back
  • Legs
  • Bikini line

The primary advantage of laser hair removal is its long-term results. Patients love throwing away the razors and not worrying about weekly or even monthly hair removal, especially during the summer.

Laser hair removal is not permanent. After a series of treatments, most patients enjoy little to no hair growth in the treated area for several months. Hair that does grow back is typically lighter and finer, making it less noticeable. Occasional maintenance sessions can keep your unwanted hair at bay for years.

We pride ourselves on personalized treatments, a top-quality patient experience, and the most advanced technology for the best results. Our board-certified dermatologists can perform laser hair removal with several different devices, depending on your needs and skin type. We offer safe treatments for almost every skin and hair color combination.

Laser hair removal treatments with us are easy and comfortable. We will numb the treatment area with a topical anesthetic to ensure your comfort. As your provider moves the laser device over your skin, you may feel warmth or a snapping sensation. A laser hair removal session can take a few minutes to an hour, depending on the size of your treatment area. Afterward, you’ll be free to resume your day! Most patients have little to no side effects.

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Interested in learning more about our Laser Hair Removal treatments? We would love to speak with you. Please fill out the form on this page to request a consultation or call our Chevy Chase, MD office today at (301) 798-9699 to schedule your private consultation at our laser and cosmetic dermatology center, located just blocks away from Washington, D.C.

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