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Hair Removal Journal is a public resource brought to you by The Patient’s Guide. The purpose is to provide patients interested in hair removal a credible resource to research laser hair removal, including costs associated with the procedure, the number of treatments that will be needed, how to choose a doctor, and other frequently asked questions.
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Laser Hair Removal Statistics
How Did Treatment Change YOUR Life?
Reviews on Laser Hair Removal from Patient's Guide Users
Would You Do it Again?
86% of reviews said YES (70 reviews)
14% of reviews said NO (11 reviews)
Average Satisfaction: 
Reviews on Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal has become hugely popular. Below are actual reviews from patients who’ve had the procedure done. If you’ve had it performed, let us know what you think so we may share with other visitors. Please adhere to our Community Guidelines for posting, and do not SPAM! Thanks!
How Painful Was It?
10%  No Pain
49%  Mild
36%  Moderate
5%  Severe
Average Cost per-Treatment
$125 Arms
$420 Back Hair
$308 Bikini
$398 Chest & Abdominal Hair
$199 Facial Hair
$371 Legs
$183 Underarms
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"Facebook Generation" Fastest Growing Segment in Laser Hair Removal

In its annual survey of patients seeking laser hair removal on HairRemovalJournal.org, The Patient’s Guide® has found the share of young adults (18-29 yr olds) looking to have the procedure performed at its highest levels on record. Of the 1,541 responses in the survey, 61% were in the 18-29 age demographic, up from 43% in 2009. The share of 30-40 year olds has dropped significantly, from 36% to 24%.

Average Patient Costs (Submitted by visitors like you!)
Average Number of Treatments: 4
National Average Cost Per-Treatment: $281.75

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Call a Doctor for Exact Pricing
You will likely need an in-person consultation to be fully evaluated and get exact pricing. 
Beware of Low-Cost Offers
Lasers are very safe and effective for treatment, but only with the trained specialists!
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How Did Treatment
ChangeYOUR
86% Life?
of reviews werePositive
   (81 reviews)

 Laser Hair Removal

I loved my experience with this firm and Arm Hair Removal. ...[more]
Salt Lake, UT Dec 13, 2011

 100% Better than waxing/shaving!!

I had my Bikini, underarm, and upper leg hair done. Each tim...[more]
Sudbury, MA Dec 11, 2011

 only time will tell

I'm going to my 4th session in the Bikini area, it's almost ...[more]
Miami, FL Nov 09, 2011
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