Laser Hair Removal
Progressive, long-lasting hair reduction, with an assessment first and a course of sessions.
Laser hair removal acts on the hair root through light, progressively weakening the follicle. It is not a one-session procedure: it works in cycles, because only hairs in their growth phase respond to each session.
That is why the number of sessions varies from person to person — it depends on the area, the hair type, the skin phototype and hormonal factors. At the first assessment, in Lisbon, we explain what is realistic to expect in your case.
What laser hair removal helps with
- Progressive reduction in the amount and thickness of hair
- Less folliculitis and fewer ingrown hairs
- A more even skin tone in the treated areas
- An end to the recurring irritation from razors and wax
- Results that last, with spaced maintenance sessions
What happens in the session
- Assessment of your skin phototype and hair type.
- Check for contraindications and photosensitising medication.
- Eye protection and preparation of the area.
- Laser applied area by area, with adjusted settings.
- Cooling and a soothing product.
- Advice on sun protection for the following days.
Before you book
The area should be shaved (not waxed or tweezed) and free of recent sun exposure. The prior assessment is mandatory: there are phototypes, medicines and skin conditions for which the treatment is not suitable, and it is better to know that before booking.
Laser Hair Removal in Lisbon
Glow Esthetic is at Rua Rodrigues Sampaio 146, 1st floor left, in central Lisbon, a few minutes' walk from Marquês de Pombal and Avenida da Liberdade — the nearest metro stations are Marquês de Pombal and Avenida. We are open Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 19:00, and booking ahead by WhatsApp or phone is recommended.
Questions about Laser Hair Removal
It depends on the area, the hair type and your hormonal profile. It usually means a course of sessions several weeks apart, followed by maintenance. We give you a concrete estimate at the assessment, after seeing your skin.
Direct sun on the treated area should be avoided before and after each session, and sunscreen is mandatory. Tanned skin increases the risk of a reaction.
No. Waxing and tweezing remove the root, which is exactly what the laser targets. Between sessions, only shave.
Most people describe a feeling of heat or small snaps on the skin. It is tolerable, and cooling the area makes the session more comfortable.
Laser hair removal can be done on most areas of the body and face. At the assessment we confirm the areas you want to treat and whether they suit your skin and hair type.