Laser hair removal is a medical-aesthetic protocol that uses a long-pulse Nd:YAG laser to deliver long-lasting reduction of unwanted hair, with parameters safe for all skin tones, including Fitzpatrick phototypes IV through VI.
Yes, when performed with a long-pulse Nd:YAG laser. The 1064 nm wavelength bypasses superficial melanin and reaches the follicle without overheating the surrounding skin, which is why this is the system of choice for Fitzpatrick phototypes IV through VI. Ronal Perdomo, APRN, FNP-C personally evaluates phototype and recent sun exposure before each session at our Miami clinic.
A typical course is six to eight sessions, spaced four to eight weeks apart depending on the body area. Hormonal patterns, ethnicity and hair coarseness influence the final number. Many patients add an occasional maintenance session every six to twelve months to address follicles reactivated by hormonal shifts. We document each visit so the protocol can be reviewed objectively.
The accurate term is long-lasting reduction. Most patients enjoy a substantial and lasting decrease in hair density, but no laser can guarantee permanent removal of every follicle, since hormonal changes can later activate dormant follicles. We discuss realistic expectations during your assessment and document baseline density in clinical photographs.
Book a consultation with Ronal Perdomo, APRN, FNP-C (Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner) to design your personalised plan.