Laser Hair Removal
Vancouver, WA
Whether you're shaving, waxing, or plucking, the time and money you spend on managing unwanted hair adds up.
Traditional hair removal methods can be frustrating, expensive, and constant. Laser hair removal offers a long-term way to reduce unwanted hair growth with precision. At Camas Med Spa, our laser specialists use advanced laser equipment to target unwanted hair anywhere on your face and body, eliminating the hassle associated with other hair removal methods. Laser hair removal is a popular treatment among both men and women, helping maintain a smooth, groomed appearance. Whether you're looking to remove unwanted hair from your upper lip, chin, bikini line, legs, back, or just about anywhere, our team is here to help you achieve smooth, hair-free skin.
Laser hair removal uses a concentrated beam of light energy to precisely target and damage hair follicles during their active growth phase. Because only a portion of hair follicles are in the growth phase at any given time, we perform a series of treatments (usually 6-8) to prevent future hair growth and provide permanent hair reduction.
Unlike shaving and waxing, which only remove hair at the surface or root, the laser procedure targets the follicle to provide long-lasting smoothness. Hair growth is significantly reduced, and any hair that grows back is finer and lighter. Our laser hair removal clients love the ease of waking up every day with silky, smooth skin. At Camas Med Spa, we tailor each treatment to your skin color, hair color, and goals to ensure a safe, comfortable treatment experience and optimal results.
We'll start with a consultation to discuss your goals and ensure that laser hair removal is a good fit for your skin type.
Because the laser targets hair follicles in the active growth phase, optimal hair reduction is achieved with a series of treatments, typically 6-8 sessions scheduled 4-6 weeks apart. Before each treatment, we’ll cleanse the skin and apply a topical anesthetic or cooling gel if needed. Your provider will then use a handheld device to deliver concentrated bursts of light to the targeted follicles.
Each pulse of laser light may feel like a warm pinprick or light snap. Sessions can last anywhere from 15 minutes to over an hour, depending on the area of the body treated. Temporary discomfort, redness, or swelling may occur but usually resolves within several hours.
Laser hair removal can be used to treat nearly any area of the face or body. Some of our most popular treatment areas include:
What Are the Benefits of Laser Hair Removal?
Laser hair removal provides permanent hair reduction, making it one of the most effective alternatives to waxing, shaving, or electrolysis. Unlike electrolysis, which targets each follicle individually, the laser device can treat larger areas at a time, helping you reduce hair growth in fewer appointments. Each session progressively weakens the treated hair follicles, resulting in finer, lighter, and fewer hairs. Over time, you’ll spend less time and money managing unwanted hair and more time enjoying smooth, confident skin.
Because the laser device works by targeting pigment in the hair follicle, laser hair removal is typically most effective on those with lighter skin and darker hair. However, newer technologies have improved safety and effectiveness for a wider range of skin colors, including some darker skin types. Our team will assess your candidacy at your consultation to recommend the best approach.
If you're pregnant, taking certain medications, or have medical conditions that increase sensitivity to light, we may recommend postponing treatment. We’ll also explain how your hair growth cycle influences your results and how many sessions will be needed to achieve optimal hair reduction.
After your procedure, you may have mild redness or swelling in the treatment area, which typically fades quickly. To protect the treated areas, avoid sun exposure, hot baths, and strenuous activity for 24–48 hours.
You may shave between treatments, but don’t wax or pluck, as the laser needs the hair shaft intact to be effective. Your provider can recommend products to soothe the treated skin and support healing.
Most people need a series of 6 to 8 laser hair removal treatments, spaced several weeks apart, to achieve the best results. Over time, hair in the treated areas becomes finer, lighter, and less dense, and in many cases, it stops growing altogether. Results are long-lasting, and occasional maintenance sessions can help preserve smooth, low-maintenance skin.
Laser hair removal offers a safe and reliable method of permanent hair reduction. With a personalized treatment plan and proper aftercare, most patients experience a dramatic reduction in hair growth, leaving behind the hassle of daily hair removal methods like shaving and waxing.
At Camas Med Spa, we understand that hair removal is personal.
Whether you’re managing body hair, unwanted facial hair, or just want to simplify your routine, laser treatments help you enjoy your smoothest skin every day.
Our experienced providers use top-tier laser equipment and customize every session based on your goals, skin tone, and hair color. We prioritize a well-informed process, guiding you through each step of your treatment plan and helping you achieve your goals safely and effectively.
Yes, laser hair removal is a safe medical procedure when performed by a trained provider like the team at Camas. Long-term studies have shown it to be an effective and low-risk option for permanent hair reduction. Mild redness or sensitivity can occur after each session but typically resolves within a few hours.
Most of our patients need a series of 6–8 treatments for effective and lasting results. Because hair grows in cycles, multiple sessions help to target each hair follicle during its active growth phase. Some patients may need periodic maintenance sessions depending on their skin type and hair growth patterns.
Modern laser hair removal technology can safely treat a wide range of skin types, including some darker skin tones. At Camas Med Spa, we assess your skin color and hair color to select the safest and most effective approach for your treatment. We'll never recommend a treatment that isn't right for you.
Laser hair removal is considered a form of permanent hair reduction. While it may not eliminate every hair forever, it significantly reduces hair growth long-term. The treated hair typically grows back finer, lighter, and in much smaller quantities.
Yes, laser hair removal is safe and effective for small or sensitive areas like the bikini line, chin, and upper lip. These areas often respond quickly to treatment, and many patients report minimal discomfort thanks to the built-in cooling systems in our laser equipment.
Both laser hair removal and electrolysis are long-term hair removal methods, but laser treatments are typically faster and more effective for treating large areas. Electrolysis targets each individual hair follicle, while lasers treat many follicles at once using light energy.
Patients describe the sensation of the laser as a warm pinprick or light snap against the skin. We offer a topical anesthetic to reduce discomfort, especially in sensitive areas. Any redness or swelling usually subsides within several hours.
Mild redness or swelling around the treated areas is common but usually resolves quickly. You will be instructed to avoid sun exposure before and after your procedure to reduce the risk of pigmentation changes. Sun protection is especially important for patients with darker skin types.
Yes, shaving is safe between laser treatments. However, avoid waxing, plucking, or any hair removal methods that remove the hair shaft, as the laser targets the follicle at the root. Shaving helps keep the skin smooth without disrupting your results.
