Unwanted Hair Removal for Women in Oak Lawn, IL
Long-term hair reduction.
Unwanted hair removal for the face and body. Laser gives permanent hair reduction: most treated hair does not grow back, and what does is often finer.
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- Usually 6 to 8 sessions
- Face and body areas
- Walk-ins welcome
Is laser hair removal permanent?
Laser gives permanent hair reduction, not removal. The laser heats the pigment (melanin) in the hair follicle, which reduces regrowth. It only works while the hair is in its active growth phase, so it requires a series.
Most people need 6 to 8 sessions, 4 to 8 weeks apart. Most treated hair does not grow back, and what does is often finer. Some people need a maintenance session later, because hormones can stimulate new hair growth at any age.
Laser works best on dark hair. Blonde, gray, white and red hair usually respond less. See how many laser sessions you need.
Facial hair removal: upper lip, chin and neck
Hair on the upper lip, chin, jawline and neck is one of the most common reasons women begin laser treatment. Small facial areas take about 10 to 20 minutes.
Facial hair can need more sessions than body hair, especially when hormones are involved. Shave between sessions. Avoid plucking, waxing or threading, because the laser needs the hair root in place.
PCOS facial hair and laser
PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, raises the androgen hormones that cause coarse, dark hair growth. It appears on the chin, upper lip, neck and chest. The medical term is hirsutism.
Laser can reduce that hair, and coarse, dark hair usually responds well. The hormonal cause continues, however, so new hair can grow over time. Many women with PCOS need maintenance sessions after the first series.
Laser treats the hair, not the cause. Many women also see a doctor, who may prescribe medicine for the hormones. The two can work together. Tell your provider about PCOS and any medicines at the consultation.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Not sure which treatment fits? Start with a free consultation. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“The entire office is always very warm, welcoming, and professional. Everyone is extremely attentive and always answers all of my questions.”
Laser vs waxing, threading and electrolysis
| Method | How long it lasts | Works on |
|---|---|---|
| Shaving | A day or two | Any hair |
| Waxing | A few weeks | Hair long enough to grip |
| Threading | A few weeks | Brows, lip and chin |
| Laser hair removal | Permanent hair reduction after a series | Hair darker than the skin around it |
| Electrolysis | Treats each hair follicle individually | Any hair color, including gray and blonde |
Magic FemTouch does laser hair removal. See laser hair removal vs electrolysis for when electrolysis fits better.
Underarm, bikini and leg hair
Underarms, the bikini line and the lower legs are the most common body areas. Fewer razor bumps and ingrown hairs is a common reason people begin.
You can start with one area and add others later. See laser hair removal areas and visit times.
Laser hair removal on darker skin
It can be safe, with the right settings. Your provider assesses your skin type at the consultation and adjusts the laser settings to it. Tell them about any recent sun exposure or tanning.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Not sure which treatment fits? Start with a free consultation. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“She really is descriptive on how the process works and makes you feel comfortable throughout the whole process.”
When new hair needs a doctor
- Hair that appears quickly on the chin, chest or back
- New hair along with irregular periods, acne or thinning hair on your scalp
- A deeper voice or other sudden changes
A doctor can check for a hormonal cause. Laser can still treat the hair, and many women pursue both. If your scalp hair is thinning too, see thinning hair.
What a laser series looks like
- 1Consultation
Your provider assesses your skin and hair, asks about medicines and sun exposure, and sets the plan.
- 2Preparation
Shave the area 24 hours before. Avoid waxing or plucking for four weeks before.
- 3The session
You wear protective eyewear. Most people describe a brief sensation of heat, like a rubber band snap.
- 4Between sessions
Treated hair sheds over one to three weeks. The next session is four to eight weeks later.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Start with one area. Send the form, and the front desk will call or text you back.
“So clean and professional they’ll tell you what you need and what you don’t need.”
Visit
Our Oak Lawn med spa, on 95th Street
6830 W 95th St, between Ridgeland and Harlem. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
| Tuesday | 12 – 7 pm |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Thursday | 12 – 7 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday, Monday | Closed |
Getting here
Rough drive times with light traffic.
- Chicago Ridge, Burbank, BridgeviewSouth on Ridgeland or Harlem to 95th. About 5 minutes.
- Worth, Palos Hills, Palos HeightsNorth on Harlem Avenue. About 5 to 10 minutes.
- Hickory HillsEast on 95th Street. About 5 minutes.
- Evergreen Park, Beverly, Mount GreenwoodWest on 95th Street. About 10 to 15 minutes.
How do I get rid of unwanted hair for good?
Laser hair removal is the long-term option, and it gives permanent hair reduction, not removal. After a series of 6 to 8 sessions, most treated hair does not grow back, and what does is often finer. At Magic FemTouch MedSpa in Oak Lawn, laser treats the upper lip, chin, neck and body.
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Questions
Unwanted hair questions
How do I get rid of chin hair for good?
Laser hair removal is the long-term option for chin hair. It requires a series, and hormones can stimulate new hair later, so maintenance sessions are common. Shave between sessions instead of plucking.
Laser or electrolysis for facial hair?
Laser treats many hairs at once and works best on dark hair. Electrolysis treats one hair at a time and works on any color, including gray and blonde. Some people use laser for most of the hair and electrolysis for the remaining light hairs.
Why am I more hairy after laser?
Usually it is shedding. Treated hair is pushed out over one to three weeks, which can look like regrowth. Hormonal changes can also cause new hair growth, so tell your provider if you notice more.
Book a visit
Request an appointment
The front desk calls or texts you back during opening hours, Tuesday to Saturday.
- Free consultation, then the plan
- Walk-ins welcome
- Free parking
“The entire office is always very warm, welcoming, and professional. Everyone is extremely attentive and always answers all of my questions.”