6-session diode laser hair removal series is a common treatment plan to achieve significant, long-term hair reduction because hair grows in cycles. Each session targets hair follicles in the active growth phase, with subsequent sessions catching hairs that were dormant during the previous appointment. This process typically requires treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart, with noticeable thinning after a few sessions and up to 90% permanent reduction after the full series.
Why a series of 6 sessions is necessary
Hair growth cycles: Hair grows in different phases (anagen, catagen, and telogen). The laser is most effective on hairs in the active growth (anagen) phase.
Targeting all follicles: Since not all follicles are in the active growth phase at the same time, a series of treatments is needed to catch hairs that become active between sessions.
Cumulative effect: With each session, more hairs are permanently reduced. After the first session, you may see preliminary hair loss and thinning. Subsequent sessions reduce more hair and make it finer.
Permanent reduction: The 4th to 6th cycles are often considered the most critical, leading to approximately 90% permanent hair shedding, with maintenance sessions needed for any remaining or newly activated follicles.
What to expect during the series
Spacing: Sessions are typically scheduled every 4 to 6 weeks, with the interval adjusting based on the body area being treated.
Initial results: Hair in the active growth phase will fall out in the 1 to 3 weeks after the first treatment.
Long-term results: After the series, you can expect long-lasting results, though some hormonal fluctuations may cause dormant follicles to reactivate, requiring occasional maintenance sessions.
6-session diode laser hair removal series is a common treatment plan to achieve significant, long-term hair reduction because hair grows in cycles. Each session targets hair follicles in the active growth phase, with subsequent sessions catching hairs that were dormant during the previous appointment. This process typically requires treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart, with noticeable thinning after a few sessions and up to 90% permanent reduction after the full series.
Why a series of 6 sessions is necessary
Hair growth cycles: Hair grows in different phases (anagen, catagen, and telogen). The laser is most effective on hairs in the active growth (anagen) phase.
Targeting all follicles: Since not all follicles are in the active growth phase at the same time, a series of treatments is needed to catch hairs that become active between sessions.
Cumulative effect: With each session, more hairs are permanently reduced. After the first session, you may see preliminary hair loss and thinning. Subsequent sessions reduce more hair and make it finer.
Permanent reduction: The 4th to 6th cycles are often considered the most critical, leading to approximately 90% permanent hair shedding, with maintenance sessions needed for any remaining or newly activated follicles.
What to expect during the series
Spacing: Sessions are typically scheduled every 4 to 6 weeks, with the interval adjusting based on the body area being treated.
Initial results: Hair in the active growth phase will fall out in the 1 to 3 weeks after the first treatment.
Long-term results: After the series, you can expect long-lasting results, though some hormonal fluctuations may cause dormant follicles to reactivate, requiring occasional maintenance sessions.
