Laser Hair Removal

Most patients need 6–8 sessions for 80–90% permanent hair reduction. Hormonal areas like the face and bikini may require additional sessions. Sessions are spaced 4–6 weeks apart for the face and 6–8 weeks for body areas.

Yes. The Fotona Nd:YAG laser is specifically well-suited for darker skin types because its 1064nm wavelength bypasses the epidermis to target the follicle safely. We assess your Fitzpatrick skin type before every session and adjust parameters accordingly.

Most patients describe a rubber band snap sensation at each pulse. The Fotona system includes cooling to minimize discomfort. Sensitive areas like the bikini line and upper lip may require topical numbing, available on request.

Laser targets melanin in the hair follicle. Very blonde, grey, and white hair have minimal pigment and respond poorly to standard laser. We assess your hair colour during consultation and provide honest expectations.

Avoid waxing, plucking, or threading for 4 weeks before treatment as these methods remove the follicle. Shave 24 hours before your appointment. Avoid tan skin, do not use self-tanner for 2 weeks and avoid sun exposure.

Laser hair removal produces permanent hair reduction. It reduces hair long-term rather than removing every hair entirely. After a full course of 6 to 8 sessions, most patients achieve 80 to 90% lasting reduction in the treated area, with remaining hairs growing back finer, lighter, and slower. Hormonal areas like the face, bikini, and abdomen may continue producing new follicles over time, so 1 to 2 annual touch-ups keep results consistent. At Victoria Rose Aesthetics in Pickering, your VRA technician uses the Fotona Nd:YAG laser, which targets the follicle's melanin to disable future growth. Results are durable because the follicle itself is damaged, but biology means dormant or hormonally-triggered follicles can still activate. Book a consultation to map your specific area and expectations.

After completing the full 6 to 8 session course with the Fotona Nd:YAG laser, results last for years, with most patients maintaining 80 to 90% reduction long-term. The treated follicles are permanently disabled, so those hairs do not return. However, hormonal shifts (pregnancy, menopause, PCOS, thyroid changes) can activate previously dormant follicles, which is why 1 to 2 annual touch-up sessions are typical for face and bikini areas. Body areas like legs and underarms often hold results with less frequent maintenance. At Victoria Rose Aesthetics in Pickering, your VRA technician spaces face sessions 4 to 6 weeks apart and body sessions 6 to 8 weeks apart to catch each follicle in its active growth phase. Book a consultation to discuss your hair profile and realistic timelines.

Yes. Laser hair removal with the Fotona Nd:YAG is a well-established, Health Canada-approved procedure with a strong safety record across all skin types, including Fitzpatrick IV to VI. The 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelength bypasses surface melanin and targets the follicle directly, making it safer for darker skin tones than older alexandrite or diode systems. The handpiece includes built-in cooling to protect the epidermis during each pulse. At Victoria Rose Aesthetics in Pickering, your VRA technician sets parameters based on your Fitzpatrick skin type, hair colour, and treatment area, and starts at conservative settings on your first session. Side effects are usually limited to temporary redness and follicular swelling that resolves within hours. Book a consultation to review your skin and medical history.

Laser hair removal pricing at Victoria Rose Aesthetics depends on the treatment area and whether you book single sessions or a package of 6 to 8. Small areas like upper lip, chin, or underarms sit at the lower end, while larger areas like full legs, back, or full body are priced accordingly. Packages offer per-session value compared to one-off bookings because the full 6 to 8 session course is what delivers 80 to 90% permanent reduction. We recommend booking a consultation so your VRA technician can assess your specific areas, Fitzpatrick skin type, and hair density before quoting a plan. Pricing is reviewed during your consultation in Pickering and quoted in Canadian dollars. Book a consultation for an accurate, area-specific quote.

No. Laser hair removal does not cause cancer. The Fotona Nd:YAG laser uses non-ionizing 1064nm light, which does not damage DNA the way ionizing radiation (X-rays, UV from sun exposure) can. The laser energy is absorbed by melanin in the hair follicle and converted to heat, which disables the follicle without affecting surrounding cells at a genetic level. There is no published clinical evidence linking laser hair removal to skin cancer or any other malignancy in over 25 years of use. At Victoria Rose Aesthetics in Pickering, your VRA technician uses Health Canada-approved Fotona equipment with appropriate skin-type settings. If you have a personal or family history of skin cancer, mention it at your consultation so we can review the treatment area carefully.