Laser Hair Removal
White Onyx Aesthetic Medicine · Gardner, MA
Laser Hair Removal in Gardner
Let go of the constant cycle of shaving and waxing.
Unwanted hair can be more than a cosmetic concern. Keeping up with shaving, waxing, and other temporary hair-removal methods takes time, money, and effort—and the results never seem to last. At White Onyx, advanced laser hair removal provides a longer-lasting approach to reducing unwanted hair while helping you spend less time managing regrowth.
Using advanced Cervello® laser technology, we can treat a wide range of skin tones and many hair types with treatments designed for comfort, efficiency, and long-lasting hair reduction. Whether you’re looking to treat a small facial area or larger areas of the body, your treatment plan is customized around your skin, hair, and goals.
What Is Laser Hair Removal?
A smarter way to manage unwanted hair.
Laser hair removal is an aesthetic treatment that uses concentrated light energy to target the pigment in hair follicles. The laser’s energy is absorbed by the hair and converted into heat, which damages the targeted follicle and reduces its ability to produce hair.
Unlike shaving or waxing, which only remove hair temporarily, laser hair removal works at the follicle level to provide long-lasting hair reduction. With a series of treatments, many people experience a significant and lasting reduction in unwanted hair.
Modern laser technology has also made treatment more versatile than earlier generations of laser hair removal. White Onyx uses the Italian-made Cervello laser, which features three wavelengths that can be selected based on your skin tone and hair characteristics. This allows treatment to be tailored to a broader range of clients while helping minimize the risk of treating the surrounding skin.
Smooth skin.
Less maintenance.
More freedom.
Less time managing hair. More time living your life. Laser hair removal may be a good option if you have unwanted hair.
Laser Hair Removal Can Help Remove
- ^facial hair
- ^upper lip hair
- ^chin hair
- ^underarm hair
- ^bikini line hair
- ^leg hair
- ^arm hair
- ^back or shoulder hair
- ^chest or abdominal hair
- ^foot or toe hair
- ^hand or finger hair
- ^excessive hair areas
- ^other unwanted hair
Our Approach
A personalized path to eliminating unwanted hair.
Laser hair removal is a process, not a one-time treatment. We consider your individual hair growth patterns, hair color and thickness, skin tone, treatment area, and desired level of hair reduction to create an approach that makes sense for you.
Evaluate
We begin with a complimentary, one-on-one consultation to discuss the areas you want to treat, your hair-growth patterns, your skin type, and your goals for hair reduction.
Your Plan
Your provider determines the appropriate laser settings and treatment schedule based on your individual skin and hair characteristics.
Treatments
The laser equipment targets the hair follicles while a built-in cooling system helps keep the skin comfortable and protected during treatment sessions.
Results
Multiple treatments are typically needed since hair grows in cycles and lasers will target the hairs in their active regrowth phase. You can expect progressively less hair and longer periods between regrowth.
Why Choose White Onyx for Laser Hair Removal?
Advanced technology. Thoughtful treatment. A team you can trust.
At White Onyx, laser hair removal is about more than simply removing hair. We use advanced technology and a personalized approach to make treatment as effective and comfortable as possible. Our Cervello laser system features three wavelengths, allowing your provider to select the wavelength best suited to your skin tone and hair characteristics. The system is designed to treat a wide range of skin types while reducing the risk of the laser targeting the surrounding skin.
The Cervello system also incorporates built-in cooling technology to help protect and soothe the skin during treatment. A cooling tip helps minimize discomfort as the laser delivers energy to the hair follicles, and treatment is generally described as a mild prickling sensation and warmth rather than the more intense discomfort associated with some traditional hair-removal methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
about Laser Hair Removal
Is laser hair removal safe for all skin types?
Advances in laser technology have made treatment appropriate for a much wider range of skin tones than earlier-generation lasers. The Cervello system uses three wavelengths, allowing your provider to select the wavelength that is most appropriate for your skin tone and hair characteristics. The longer wavelength may be particularly useful for darker skin because it is designed to bypass melanin in the outermost layer of the skin and more directly target the hair follicle.
A consultation allows us to evaluate your individual skin and hair characteristics and determine whether laser hair removal is appropriate for you.
Does laser hair removal work on all hair colors?
Laser hair removal works by targeting pigment in the hair follicle, so hair color matters. The Cervello system can treat a wide range of hair colors, but very light hair—including red, gray, light blonde, and white hair—can be more difficult to treat because it contains less of the pigment the laser needs to target.
Regardless of your hair type, our expert team at White Onyx will discuss your options for a personalized treatment plan to eliminate your unwanted hair.
How many laser hair removal treatments will I need?
Most people need a series of treatments rather than a single session. Hair grows in different phases, and laser treatment is most effective when hair is in its active growth phase. Because not all hairs are in that phase at the same time, treatments are spaced apart to target different groups of active follicles.
The total number of treatments varies depending on factors such as hair color, hair thickness, treatment area, and your goals—whether you’re looking for significant permanent hair reduction or as much removal as possible.
How long does a laser hair removal treatment take?
Treatment time depends on the area being treated. Smaller areas, such as the upper lip or underarms, may take only a few minutes, while larger areas such as the legs or back can take up to an hour.
What does laser hair removal feel like?
Most clients describe the treatment as a mild prickling sensation or warmth. The Cervello system includes built-in cooling technology designed to keep the skin comfortable while the laser targets the hair follicles. This cooling can make treatment significantly more comfortable than older laser systems or traditional hair-removal methods such as waxing.
What should I do before laser hair removal?
Your provider will give you specific pre-treatment instructions based on your skin and treatment area. In general, avoiding tanning and sun exposure and using appropriate sun protection before and after treatment is important. You may also be asked to shave the treatment area before your appointment so the laser can effectively target the hair follicle while minimizing excess surface hair.
Following your provider’s instructions helps maximize treatment effectiveness and reduce the risk of unwanted pigmentation changes or other skin irritation.
Can laser hair removal be used on the face?
Yes. Laser hair removal can be used on a number of facial areas, including the upper lip, chin, and other appropriate areas. Even delicate areas can be treated when appropriate, with treatment settings selected based on your skin and hair characteristics.
Is laser hair removal permanent?
Laser hair removal is best understood as long-term or permanent hair reduction, rather than a guarantee that every treated hair will never grow again. Because hair follicles grow in cycles and individual results vary, multiple treatments are needed and some people may benefit from maintenance sessions over time.
The goal is to significantly reduce unwanted hair and the frequency and effort required to manage regrowth.
How long does it take to see results from laser hair removal?
Results are progressive. You may begin to notice changes in hair growth after your first treatment, including slower regrowth and some shedding of treated hairs.
Hair follicles respond best to the laser treatment when they are in the active growth phase. Since hairs are naturally in different stages of the growth cycle at different times, multiple treatments are needed to target different follicles as they enter the appropriate phase.
With each treatment, you can expect to see less hair, slower regrowth, and longer periods between hair-removal sessions. The timeline varies based on your hair color, hair thickness, skin type, treatment area, and individual response to treatment. Your provider will recommend a treatment schedule based on your specific needs and goals.
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Financing Available
Flexible payment options for personalized care.
We believe personalized healthcare should be accessible. While White Onyx does not participate with insurance plans, we accept HSA and FSA payments when eligible. We also offer flexible financing options through CareCredit and Affirm, making it easier to begin care when you're ready.
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