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Laser hair removal in West Loop, Chicago
Laser hair removal in Chicago
Long-term hair reduction without the razor, with settings matched to your skin and hair.
With Laura and Brenda
About Laser hair removal
Why patients choose LIV
- Best for
- Legs, underarms, bikini, face
- Sessions
- A series, spaced weeks apart
- Appointment
- Minutes to an hour by area
- Downtime
- None
Laser light is absorbed by the pigment in the hair and carried to the follicle, reducing its ability to regrow. Hair grows in cycles and only follicles in the active phase respond, so treatments are spaced a few weeks apart across a series.
Laura Memishi and Brenda Torres, BSN, RN, perform laser hair removal at LIV. They check your skin and hair type before your series and adjust settings so treatment is both safe and effective. Fall and winter are a good time to start in Chicago, since you need to avoid tanning between sessions.
Good for
- Legs
- Underarms
- Bikini line
- Face and upper lip
- Back and chest
- Ingrown hairs and razor bumps
How it works
Laser hair removal
Long-term hair reduction, without the razor.
Laser hair removal targets the hair follicle with light energy to reduce regrowth over a series of sessions. Because hair grows in cycles, treatments are spaced a few weeks apart to catch each follicle in its active phase.
Popular areas include the legs, underarms, bikini line, face and back. Most people notice less, finer hair after just a few sessions.
Laser hair removal at LIV is performed by Laura and Brenda, who will check your skin and hair type first and set the right settings for you.
Your appointment
What to expect
- 01
Consultation
We check your skin type, hair color and medical history and plan your series.
- 02
Preparation
Shave the area the day before, and avoid waxing, plucking and tanning between sessions.
- 03
Treatment
Each pulse feels like a quick snap. Small areas take minutes, larger areas up to about an hour.
- 04
Between sessions
Treated hairs shed over the next couple of weeks. We time your next visit to match your hair cycle.
Downtime
None: mild redness or bumps can appear for a few hours, and you can return to your day right away.
Results
Most people typically notice less, finer hair after a few sessions, with long-term reduction after a full series and occasional maintenance.
Consultation
$150, fully credited toward any services booked.
Reviews
In their words
★★★★★
“I came to Liv Aesthetics today for laser hair removal, and I had an amazing experience. Laura was incredibly kind, professional, and took the time to explain every step of the process. The procedure was quick, smooth, and exceeded my expectations.”
Does laser hair removal work on blonde or gray hair?
Lasers target pigment, so very light blonde, gray, white or red hair usually responds poorly. We will tell you honestly at your consultation.
Can I have laser hair removal if I have a deeper skin tone?
It depends on your skin type and the settings we can safely use, so we assess your skin first and will tell you whether it is a good fit.
Why do I need to shave before my appointment?
Shaving removes hair above the skin so the energy goes to the follicle, not the surface. Please do not wax or pluck, since the laser needs the root in place.
How much does laser hair removal cost?
It depends on the areas and the number of sessions in your series, and we price your plan at consultation. The $150 consultation fee for new consultations is fully credited toward services booked.
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