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Laser Hair Reduction in Williamsburg, VA.

Step out of the shaving-and-waxing cycle for good. Sold as 6-session packages; additional sessions may be needed depending on your hair.

Starting at$425Packages start at $425 · See area menu below
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A provider giving an underarm laser hair reduction treatment, both wearing protective eyewear
Duration

15–60 min by area

Downtime

None · avoid sun and heat 48 hours

Results

Visible thinning after 2–3 sessions

Frequency

Spaced 4–8 weeks apart

The treatment

What it actually does.

Laser hair reduction targets pigment in the hair follicle with pulses of light. The light heats and disables follicles in their active growth phase. Because only some of your hair is in that phase at any given time, multiple sessions spaced out over months are needed to catch the full cycle.

We sell as 6-session packages because that's what works for most clients. Some hair (especially hormonal patterns) needs touch-ups beyond that — we'll talk through that expectation up front rather than after.

Honest framing: we call it 'reduction,' not 'removal.' Most clients see a lasting 70–90% reduction in treated areas, though results vary with hair type and hormones. Hormonal areas (face, chin, lower abdomen) may need ongoing maintenance.

Skin tone matters for laser. Our laser system handles a wider range of Fitzpatrick types than older systems, but we screen carefully and walk through risks for darker skin tones in consult.

Offered at Colonial Aesthetics & Wellness, 1309 Jamestown Rd Ste 204, Williamsburg, VA, serving Yorktown, Newport News and James City County.

How it works

Why it takes a series.

The laser only works on hairs that are actively growing, and at any moment some of yours are resting. Step through a package to see each session catch a new group.

DERMISFAT LAYERGrowing: absorbs the laser this sessionResting: out of reach until it regrowsDisabled in an earlier sessionSKIN SURFACE
Session 1: the hairs that are growing right now absorb the laser at the bulb. Resting hairs aren't reachable yet.

  1. Light finds the pigment

    The laser passes through the skin and is absorbed by the dark pigment in the hair and its bulb, which heats the follicle.

  2. Only growing hairs respond

    A follicle has to be in its growth phase, with a pigmented bulb in reach, for the heat to disable it. Resting hairs wait for the next visit.

  3. Spacing catches the cycle

    Sessions are spaced weeks apart so a new group of follicles has entered the growth phase each time.

  4. Reduction, then upkeep

    Most areas need a six-session package. Hormonal areas like the chin may need occasional touch-ups.

  • 755 · 810 · 1064Wavelengths (nm)Blended in pairs, so one system suits more skin tones.InMode, Diolaze XL study (NCT03438929)
  • GrowingHairs onlyResting follicles aren't affected by the laser.
  • 4–8 wksBetween sessionsMatched to the area's growth cycle.Colonial Aesthetics protocol
  • 6Session packageWhat works for most areas.Colonial Aesthetics protocol

Diagram is illustrative; which follicles grow when is different for every person and area. Light or grey hair has too little pigment for the laser to find. Sources: InMode Diolaze XL blended-mode study.

Pricing

Additional sessions, if needed, are available at a per-session rate after the package completes.

Area menu

Lip or Chin

Starting at$425

Fine facial hair on the upper lip or chin

Underarms

Starting at$725

A compact area with short sessions — a common place to start

Bikini

Starting at$895

The bikini line, along the edge of a swimsuit

Bikini + Brazilian

Starting at$1,525

Bikini line plus the full Brazilian area

Full Legs

Starting at$2,475

Ankle to upper thigh, front and back

Neck

Starting at$795

Front or back of the neck

Back

Starting at$1,275

Shoulders to lower back — one of the largest areas we treat

Larger or combined areas — talk to us. We'll customize a plan and bundle pricing accordingly.

Before, during, after

What to expect.

How a Laser Hair Reduction visit runs, from the days before to the days after. Your provider walks you through all of it at the consultation.

  1. Before

    Shave the area 24 hours before your appointment — do not wax or pluck (laser needs the follicle). Avoid sun exposure and self-tanner for 2 weeks. No retinoids on treated areas for 5 days.

  2. During

    We apply cooling, then pass the laser handpiece across the area in measured bursts. Each pulse feels like a brief warm snap. Sessions range from 15 minutes (lip) to 60 minutes (full legs).

  3. After

    Avoid direct sun, hot tubs, saunas, and aggressive workouts for 48 hours. Sunscreen religiously on treated areas going forward. Hair will shed gradually over the next 1–3 weeks.

Who it's for

Who it's for.

  • Anyone tired of shaving, waxing, or epilating
  • Clients with darker hair on lighter-to-medium skin (most efficient)
  • Athletes who want to reduce skin irritation from frequent shaving
  • Anyone with ingrown hair problems

Who should hold off or check with us.

  • Pregnant clients (we wait until postpartum)
  • Recent sun exposure or active tan
  • Light/blonde/red/grey hair — laser targets pigment; we'll tell you if it's not a good fit
  • Photosensitizing medications (we'll review at consult)
  • Active skin infection or rash in the treatment area

If you're unsure, ask us — we'll go through your history during your consult.

Questions clients ask us most.

Further reading

Medically reviewed by Brittany Ptachick, MSN, FNP-C and Catherine White, MSN, FNP-C

Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioners · Colonial Aesthetics & Wellness

Ready to talk through it?

We'll do a brief skin and hair assessment at your first visit — then start your package the same day if you're a fit.

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