One of the most common questions we hear at L'Adore Clinic is: how many sessions will I need? The honest answer depends on several factors — and we explain them all here.
The Short Answer
Most clients need 6–8 sessions to achieve significant, long-lasting hair reduction. However, this number isn't one-size-fits-all — and understanding *why* will help you set realistic expectations.
Why Multiple Sessions Are Necessary
Hair grows in three distinct phases: anagen (active growth), catagen (transition), and telogen (resting). Laser technology can only effectively target hair during the anagen phase, when the follicle is actively connected to the blood supply.
At any given moment, only about 20–30% of your hair is in the active growth phase. This is why you need multiple sessions spaced several weeks apart — to catch each batch of follicles during their active phase.
Factors That Affect How Many Sessions You Need
Hair colour and thickness: Darker, coarser hair responds faster to laser treatment. Finer or lighter hair may require additional sessions.
Skin tone: Our Alma Soprano ICE Platinum is safe for all skin tones, but the settings are adjusted per client for optimal results.
Body area: Facial hair typically requires more sessions than body areas due to hormonal influences. Underarms and bikini areas tend to respond fastest.
Hormonal factors: Conditions such as PCOS can cause persistent regrowth and may require maintenance sessions even after the initial course.
Your treatment schedule: Sessions spaced correctly (every 4–8 weeks depending on the area) produce better results than irregular treatments.
What to Expect Session by Session
- After session 1–2: Reduced regrowth in treated areas; some hair shedding
- After session 3–4: Noticeable thinning; hair grows back finer and slower
- After session 6–8: 80–90% permanent reduction for most clients
- Maintenance: 1–2 sessions per year may be needed for hormonal areas
Why L'Adore Uses Alma Soprano ICE Platinum
Our device uses SHR (Super Hair Removal) technology — delivering multiple low-energy pulses rather than a single high-energy shot. This makes the treatment comfortable (no pain, just gentle warmth) while ensuring every follicle in the treatment area is reached.
Book Your Free Consultation
Not sure where to start? Visit L'Adore Clinic in Paphos for a complimentary consultation. We'll assess your hair type, skin tone, and treatment goals — and recommend a personalised plan.
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A luxury aesthetics & beauty clinic in the heart of Paphos, Cyprus.
