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Does Laser Hair Removal Work? Yes. Laser hair removal reduces hair growth in the treated area for a long time, and the hair that comes back is usually thinner and lighter. It works best on dark, thick hair. It does not remove hair for life.
At Royal Cosmetic Surgery in F-7, Islamabad, laser hair removal starts from PKR 3,499 per session. Most people need 6 to 8 sessions, spaced 4 to 8 weeks apart, and each session takes about 15 to 16 minutes to treat the face, underarms, arms, legs, bikini area, back, and chest.
Laser Hair Removal Quick Facts
| Laser Hair Removal Starting Cost | PKR 3,499/ session |
| Treatment Type | Non-surgical laser hair reduction |
| Technology Used | German diode, alexandrite, Nd: YAG, and multi-wavelength systems, chosen per patient |
| What It’s For | Long-term reduction of facial and body hair |
| Sessions Time | 15 to 16 minutes, depending on the area. Large areas like full legs, back, or full body take longer. |
| Full Treatment Course | Usually 6 to 8 sessions |
| Time Between Sessions | Roughly every 4 to 8 weeks |
| Total Time for a Full Course | About 5 to 13 months |
| Who It’s For? | Men and women with unwanted facial or body hair |
| Best Results On | Dark, thick hair |
| Right After a Session | Redness or mild swelling for a few hours, up to 2 days |
| When Treated Hairs Fall Out? | A few days to about 4 weeks after each session |
| How Long Do Results Last? | Months to years. Touch-ups once or twice a year if needed |
| Before Your Session | Stop waxing, plucking, and threading at least 4 weeks before. Shave the area 1 day before |
| Not Suitable For | Eyelids, eyebrows, and tattooed skin |
Is Laser Hair Removal Safe?
Yes, when a verified cosmetic dermatologist, Dr Maryam Malik, matches the laser settings to your skin and hair. Mild redness or swelling is common and settles in a few hours to 2 days.
Laser Hair Removal Results
Laser Hair Removal Cost in Islamabad
The laser hair removal price in Pakistan starts at PKR 3,499 per session. Four things decide your price: the size of the area, how thick your hair is, how many sessions you need, and which laser your doctor picks. An upper lip takes only a few minutes, so it costs less. Legs, back, and the full body need more laser time, so they cost more.
| Treatment Area | Cost Per Session | Required Sessions |
| Upper Lip | PKR 3,000 | 6 to 8 |
| Chin | PKR 5,000 | 6 to 8 |
| Full Face | PKR 10,000 | 6 to 7 |
| Underarms | PKR 5,000 to 8,000 | 6 to 8 |
| Full Arms | PKR 12,000 to 18,000 | 6 to 8 |
| Bikini | PKR 12,000 to 15,000 | 6 to 8 |
| Full Legs | PKR 20,000 to 25,000 | 6 to 8 |
| Half Body | PKR 30,000 to 35,000 | 6 to 8 |
| Full Body | PKR 40,000 to 45,000 | 6 to 8 |
How Laser Hair Removal Works
Think of a black T-shirt in the sun. Dark things soak up light and get hot. Your hair has a dark color called melanin, so it soaks up the laser light the same way. The light turns into heat, and the heat damages the hair follicle, the tiny pocket in your skin where hair grows.
A damaged follicle grows less hair, and the hair that does come back is finer. This is why doctors call it hair reduction
There is one catch. The laser only works on hairs that are in their growth stage. At any moment, only some of your hairs are in that stage. So one session can never catch them all. That is why you need several sessions, spaced a few weeks apart, but hair can return over time.
Which Advanced Laser Do We Use?
Everyone is not going to be able to use the same laser. There are a few different types, and we match one to your skin and hair.
German diode laser | Cost: PKR 3,000PKR to PKR 45,000
Diode laser hair removal is one of the most widely used methods. It works well on dark, thick hair. With the right settings and built-in skin cooling, it can also be used on brown skin.
Alexandrite laser | Cost: PKR 40,000 to PKR 45,000
Often used on lighter skin and finer hair.
Nd: YAG laser | Cost: PKR 15,000 to PKR 50,000
It has a longer wavelength, so it is less drawn to skin color. This makes it a gentler choice for darker skin tones.
Multi-wavelength systems| Cost: PKR 15,000 to PKR 50,000
These combine more than one wavelength, so the doctor can adjust during treatment.
Your skin tone, hair color, and hair thickness decide the laser and the settings. That is why every plan starts with a doctor, not a machine.
Your Laser Hair Removal Timeline Month By Month
- 4 Weeks Before: Stop waxing, plucking, and threading. The laser needs the hair root in place. Your doctor may ask for 6 weeks.
- 1 Day Before: Shave the area. Avoid applying lotion, deodorant, or makeup to it.
- Session Day: Most areas usually require about 15 to 16 minutes of treatment. Wearing eyeglasses. It cools the tip of the laser and helps to protect your skin.
- Day 0 to 2: Redness, warmth, or mild swelling. A cold pack helps. Most people go back to normal activity right away.
- Day 3 to Week 4: Hair grown is pulled out. This appears to be new growth, but it is, in fact, pushed-out hair.
- Week 4 to Week 8: Your next session. Our doctor will consider the spacing.
- After 3 to 4 Sessions: Thinner, slower hair growth is observed in most individuals.
- Month 5 to Month 13: The course itself is completed after 6-8 sessions. The hair on the treated area is much diminished.
- Once or Twice a Year: Optional touch-up sessions if some hair returns.
How is the 5 to 13 months worked out? If you come every 4 weeks, 6 to 8 sessions take about 5 to 7 months. If you come every 8 weeks, they take about 9 to 13 months.
For the first 6 weeks after a session, stay out of strong sun and wear SPF 30 or higher every day. Tanned skin raises the risk of dark or light patches.
Areas We Treat
Laser Hair Removal for Face | PKR 8,000 to 10,000/ Session
Upper lip, chin, cheeks, jawline, and sideburn treatments. The skin of the face is sensitive, and your doctor has to set the laser with extra care. Males can treat the hairline on the crown.
Laser Hair Removal for Underarms | Cost: PKR 3,000 to 8,000/ Session
Laser underarm hair removal is fast and favored. The hair will typically be dark and thick underarm hair and will often respond very well. There may also be fewer razor bumps.
Laser Hair Removal for Arms| Cost: PKR 8,000 to15,000/ Session
Select full and half arms.
Laser Hair Removal for Legs | Cost: PKR 12000/ Session.
We offer hair removal on the legs using laser, either full legs or half legs. It is a large area, and the average session is 15 to 16 minutes.
Laser Hair Removal for Bikini Area | 15,000 PKR to 20,000/ Session
Bikini laser hair removal is a hair removal treatment for the bikini and wider bikini lines. This area of skin is sensitive. If you wish to have a numbing cream, you should ask your doctor about it.
Laser Hair Removal for Back & Chest | Cost: PKR 8,000 to 15,000/ Session
Chest hair removal and back hair removal are both popular laser hair removal procedures for men. These are large areas, so a session can be close to an hour long.
Laser Hair Removal for Women, Men & Different Skin Tones
Laser hair removal for women is most often done on the face, underarms, arms, legs, and bikini area. Laser hair removal for men is most often done on the back, chest, shoulders, and beard line. Both can book full-body laser hair removal as one plan.
- Hair color matters. Black and brown hair respond best. Blonde, white, gray, and red hair have less color, so the laser has less to grab onto, and results are weaker.
- Skin tone matters. Laser hair removal for dark skin is safe when an experienced doctor picks the right laser and settings. Dark skin has more melanin, so a wrong setting can cause burns or patches.
Tell Dr Maryam first if you are pregnant, get cold sores, have keloid scars, have had skin cancer, or take regular medicines. You may need to wait or choose another option.
Sudden or heavy hair growth? Hormones can cause it. Laser reduces the hair, but it does not treat the cause, so ask your doctor to check.
Is Laser Hair Removal Painful? Side Effects & Safety
Most people feel a quick snap, like a rubber band on the skin. A cooling tip and a numbing cream can make it easier.
Laser Hair Removal Side Effects:
- Redness and mild skin irritation
- Swelling, which usually subsides within a few hours to days
- Temporary dark or light patches on the skin
- Blisters (less common)
- Scarring (rare)
- Skin discoloration, especially if the wrong type of laser is used
Laser Vs Waxing Vs Shaving Vs IPL
| Factor | Laser | Waxing | Shaving |
| Results | Long-term reduction | Temporary | Temporary |
| Regrowth | Gradually reduced | Returns | Returns quickly |
| Ingrown hairs | May reduce | Can occur | Can occur |
| Sessions | Multiple | Repeated | Frequent |
| Long-term maintenance | Occasional | Regular | Frequent |
IPL machines use broad light, not a focused laser beam. They can also shave the hair, but a laser allows the doctor to focus on the hair. If you want to know the complete difference, please read about “Is Laser Hair Removal Better Than Waxing?”
Laser Hair Removal Specialist in Islamabad | Dr. Maryam Malik 
Your laser hair removal specialist at Royal Cosmetic Surgery is Dr. Maryam Malik. She is one of the most in-demand aesthetic physicians in Islamabad, and she leads our laser consultations.
Dr. Maryam Malik has an MBBS and is a certified aesthetic medicine specialist in Canada. She has been working in aesthetic medicine for 9 years, trained and worked in Canada and in Pakistan. She is an aesthetic physician and cosmetologist at RCS and constructs her own treatment plans for patients.
- Laser is just one aspect of her job. She also uses lasers for pigmentation, acne scars, and sun damage treatment, other than laser hair removal.
- She is also a Botox, dermal filler, PRP, and HIFU facial provider. This allows her to have a good knowledge of the reaction of the skin to various treatments.
- She meets with you before treatment begins and listens. She looks at your skin type, your daily routine, and what you want to achieve. Then she tells you honestly what laser can and cannot do for you, and she makes a plan that fits your skin and hair. You get your questions answered at the first visit, before you spend anything on sessions.
Book Your Laser Hair Removal Consultation in Islamabad!
Ready to stop shaving and waxing every week? Come in for a laser hair removal consultation at our F-7 clinic. Dr. Maryam Malik will examine your skin and hair, answer truthfully how many sessions you will require, and let you know your price before you begin. Sessions start from PKR 3,499, and no pressure is applied to make a booking on the day. Please call or WhatsApp us at 0332-5488777 or visit us at 3rd Floor, Ammar Center, Jinnah Super Market, F-7 Markaz, Islamabad.
