About Laser Hair Removal Cost

Laser hair removal can definitely be pricey, but many people think that it's long-lasting effects and reduction of hair growth is definitely worth it. How much a laser hair removal treatment costs depends on what area is being treated, the individual doctor who is doing the treatment, how many treatments are in a package, as well as other considerations. Because every individual has their own special pattern of hair growth, it is hard to give an exact estimate of how many treatments will be needed to completely eradicate your hair, or the precise cost of doing it. The best approach is to arrange a consultation with a doctor to better determine the price for your individual case.For some individuals, three treatments might be sufficient to give you hair removal for many months. For other individuals it might take more sessions or less than three. A lot of offices will offer packages of treatment sessions at discounted prices.

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The map to the right shows average cost of laser hair removal (1 treatment by region).

Region             Average Cost *
Midwest (yellow)        $450
East (pink)                 $425
South (green)            $400
West (blue)                $420

* Based on 1 treatment

Based on information from the the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average national cost of laser hair removal is $429. Fees in different cities might vary based on whether the doctor practices in an urban, suburban or a rural part of town. This fee only refers to the physician's costs, and doesn't include any other miscellaneous fees.

Area         Average Cost for 1 treatment

Bikini                     $350 to $500

Back Hair              $600 to $900

Lower Legs           $600 to $850

Upper Legs           $600 to $850

Arms                     $350 to $500

Chest                    $350 to $600

Under Arms           $250 to $350

Face & Neck         $600 to $900