Why Fall is the Best Time for Laser Hair Removal

Many patients come in requesting laser hair removal right before summer, but the truth is, the best time to start is when the weather cools down.

Sun Exposure and Lasers Don't Mix

Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment in the hair follicle. If your skin is tanned from the summer sun, it increases the risk of complications like burns or hyperpigmentation. In the fall and winter, your skin is typically closer to its natural baseline shade.

The Treatment Timeline

Laser hair removal requires a series of sessions—usually 6 to 8—spaced about 4 to 6 weeks apart. If you start in October, you'll be wrapping up your sessions just in time for shorts season next year.