Laser Hair Removal, Broadway,Sydney 

Experience Counts! We've specialised in laser treatments since 1988 and in laser hair removal since 1996. All our laser hair removal treatments are performed by specialist nurses or qualified doctors and we use only industry "gold standard" lasers that deliver fast, affordable, effective and comfortable treatments. We do not use IPL for laser hair removal.  

We've recently installed the "next generation"  LightSheer Duet laser which features an extraordinarily large spot size and offers several unique advantages.

• Quicker treatments.

  The larger the spot the quicker an area can be treated, meaning treatment times for backs, legs and chests are dramatically reduced by up to 75%.

• More affordable treatments.

  Shorter treatment times mean reduced costs. From just $56

• Painfree

  New technology eliminates pain for large areas such as backs, chests and legs. No more messy numbing creams!

• Specials and Packages

  20% off first visit, 20% off Tuesdays, 20% off packages of 3 (one special only per treatment)

Treatment Prices per Session

About Laser Hair Removal

Lasers emit  beams of light that pass through the skin and are specifically absorbed by the hair follicle.  Once there, they create heat that gradually disables the follicle and stops it producing hair. This effect depends on the beam being specifically attracted by the coloured pigments, or melanin, in the hair follicles.

Definitely laser!  The important difference between lasers and IPLs is that lasers produce light of just one wavelength, while IPLs produce a band of light across a range of different wavelengths.  This means IPLs perform well when a range of conditions need to be treated at once, but with a single target such as hair, lasers are definitely superior.  This is because 100% of the laser light is active in the follicle, whilst only a fraction of the broad spectrum light emitted by IPLs can be effective. Less effective treatment means many more IPL sessions are needed to achieve what a laser can achieve in just a few visits. Because IPLs needlessly expose clients to unnecessary and/or ineffective wavelengths of radiation, they also increase the risk of causing unwanted and damaging effects in the surrounding skin. Be aware as well that the term "Laser Hair Removal" is commonly used genericaly, irrespective of whether a laser or IPL is actually used for the treatment. Be sure to check carefully before you commit to less effective treatment.

Because laser hair removal depends upon the laser light being absorbed by the coloured pigments in the follicle, it works best on black or brown hair. Hair that has insufficient brown or black pigment -  ie  red, blonde, white, dyed or grey hair -  responds poorly to laser treatment.  For such hair, electrolysis may remain the only option.

Hair on any area of the body can be treated. Popular areas include the face, legs, arms, underarms, back, nipples and bikini line.

Most areas require 3-6 treatments, though the exact number depends on factors such as the thickness of the hair, the area being treated and what stage of their growth cycle the hairs are in. . Hairs continually go through three distinct phases: growth, regression and resting, which means not all hairs are actively growing at any one time.   Lasers work by disabling only those hairs that are in their active growth phase at the time of treatment. Therefore repeat treatments may be needed to catch each hair in an area in its growth phase. As well, some areas, such as the chin, are subject to hormonal stimulation which can mean more treatments may be needed in this area  than in others. Results accrue over a number of months.

Facial hair can be treated at 4-6 weekly intervals and body hair at  6-12 weekly intervals. This is  because hair grows at different speeds on differnt parts of the body.

For small areas such as the upper lip or chin, the sensation has been likened to that of an elastic band striking the skin.  Local anaesthetic cream  and ice and/or chilled air may be used to maximise your comfort.  Treatment of large areas such as backs, chests and legs is virtually painfree using our new LightSheer DUET laser. 

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Laser hair reduction is most effective for thick, dark, coarse hair (terminal hair) in areas such as the face, bikini, underarms and legs, where 80-95% improvement and long lasting results may be expected.  It is important to remember however that laser hair removal is a process in which individual variances will always occur.

Finer, lighter coloured hair (vellus hair), particularly on the face, responds less reliably since it contains less pigment and so is less able to absorb laser energy. This limits the amount of damage that can be inflicted on the follicle and therefore may not entirely reduce its capacity to grow hair. 

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As with any skin procedure, laser hair removal carries a small risk of temporary pain, redness, swelling, itching, infection, scarring or activation of pre-existing herpes infection at the site of the treatment. Rarely, blistering, light superficial spots or crusting may occur. Crusting may take up to 15 days to settle. Activated cold sores may require antiviral ointment or tablets. Darkening or lightening of the skin may rarely occur. Pigment changes usually resolve spontaneously but may sometimes require application of a fading cream. Protective eye shields are always worn during treatment to avoid eye injury.

Before After

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About 5% of patients with dark skin or Mediterranean ancestry may experience increased hair growth on the face and neck following laser hair reduction treatments.

Some patients need special care. Please let us know if any of the following apply to you.

Before After

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• Female patients who have abnormal facial hair growth, irregular periods and acne may have an endocrine disorder such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. Such patients are more resistant to laser treatments and should be medically evaluated prior to commencing treatment.  The Family Planning Association (FPA) can provide this service at a small cost.
• Anyone who has had facial peeling performed in the week before treatment, or who has undergone dermabrasion or laser resurfacing within 6 months in the area to be treated should postpone laser hair removal.
• Patients with active cold sore infections should not be treated.
• Patients who have taken Roaccutane in the last 12 months should not be treated.
• Those currently using tetracycline antibiotics or phenothiazine tranquillisers may be photosensitive and should not be treated.
• Patients with vitiligo may react abnormally to laser treatments.
• Patients who have developed sudden excessive hair growth post-menopausally should be investigated to exclude treatable medical conditions.
• Patients who are prone to keloid scarring or those with hairy moles are not suitable for treatment.
• Any scarring, which is abnormal, white or dark, may be predictive of an abnormal reaction to laser treatment and must be checked prior to commencing treatment.

Please see our recommendations to make your treatment as comfortable and safe as is possible