Everything we've written about laser hair removal — from your first session to how many you'll need, from Candela vs diode to skin tones and PCOS. Written by our lead esthetician at Luma Skin NYC's boutique Manhattan studio, based on real client work.
The honest take on what makes the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus different — and when a diode laser is the right call.
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If you are researching laser hair removal in NYC for the first time, three questions matter most: is it safe for your skin tone, how many sessions will you need, and what will the full course actually cost. Our guides above answer each one in plain language, based on daily client work on the Candela GentleMax Pro Plus — the dual-wavelength machine that treats every Fitzpatrick skin type, from very fair to deep.
Most clients need a series of 6–8 sessions spaced 4–8 weeks apart, and see meaningful reduction after the very first one. Shaving between sessions is fine; waxing is not, because the laser needs the root in place. Costs depend on the area — see our full pricing or take the 60-second quiz to get a personalized plan for your skin and hair type.