Is Laser Hair Removal Painful?

While pain thresholds vary from person to person, most patients find laser hair removal to be a minimally painful procedure. At most, treatment can feel like a brief rubber band snap against the skin. To offset discomfort, we can numb your skin prior to your session. The lasers used also have a built-in cooling system that soothes the skin during treatment.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The exact number of sessions required will vary depending on your hair removal goals and other factors, such as your hair type, hair color, skin tone, and the specific area of the body being treated. Most individuals can benefit from 4 to 6 appointments with Dr. Ibrahim in Melbourne, FL.

How Long Until I See Results?

The most common timeline for seeing results is usually around 12 weeks. Because hair grows in cycles, not all the hairs will be targeted in a single session. Multiple visits ensure that your goals are met comprehensively.

Can I Combine Laser Hair Removal with Other Procedures?

Yes. Dr. Ibrahim wants to ensure that all your cosmetic objectives are met, and he will create a customized treatment plan tailored to your wishes. He offers a wide range of aesthetic solutions for the skin, face, and body, and can discuss your options in more detail during your consultation.

What Are the Risks Associated with Laser Hair Removal?

When performed by our experienced providers in Melbourne, FL, laser hair removal is considered a safe, effective procedure with a low likelihood of complications. However, it is important to be aware of certain inherent risks, which include the following: Pain Bruising Swelling Redness Inflammation Blistering Herpes breakouts Bacterial infection Changes in skin color Scarring

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Laser Hair Removal

Introduction to Laser Hair Removal

If you have been frustrated with traditional hair removal methods like shaving, waxing, and tweezing and are seeking a more comfortable and effective alternative, laser hair removal with Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim in Melbourne, FL, is an excellent choice. Treatment can be performed on the legs, arms, back, abdomen, bikini area, neck, or face with transformative results.

What is Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal offers patients in Melbourne a safe and sophisticated method for removing unwanted hair from the face, neck, back, legs, arms, and other areas. The laser emits powerful light waves that are attracted to the pigment in the hair follicles. The heat is absorbed by the follicles, which are then unable to grow new hairs. With multiple laser hair removal sessions, the skin gradually becomes smoother and softer to the touch, boosting your confidence and quality of life.

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What Are the Benefits of Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal is a sought-after skincare solution for those in and beyond Melbourne, FL. It provides multiple benefits, including the following:

Brief session time
No discomfort or downtime
Built-in cooling soothes the skin during your treatment
Refines and softens the skin
Combats ingrown hairs
Cost-effective
Enhances your self-image

Results are long-lasting after a series of appointments

Who Are the Best Candidates for Laser Hair Removal?

The best way to determine if you qualify for laser hair removal is to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Ibrahim at his office in Melbourne, FL. While most patients will make excellent candidates, laser therapy is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women, those taking certain medications, or individuals dealing with keloid scarring. Patients who have active skin cancer or who have had the disease in the past should not undergo the treatment.

What is the First Step?

Your journey to removing unwanted hair with cutting-edge laser technology begins with a private consultation in Melbourne, FL. Dr. Ibrahim and his team will meet with you to discuss your goals, answer your questions, and conduct a detailed physical and medical assessment.

Prior to attending your session, you will need to follow certain guidelines, including the following:

Avoid direct sunlight for several weeks before your treatment, as laser hair removal is not suitable for tanned or sunburned skin. Also, make sure to use plenty of sunblock between your appointments.
Avoid harsh skincare products for 2-3 days before laser hair removal. Avoid products containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and retinol.
Shave the treatment area 24 hours before your session.
Avoid shaving or waxing between appointments, as you don’t want to damage the follicle. The laser needs the follicle to latch onto so it can destroy it for good.
Wear loose, breathable clothing to your session.
Arrive for your treatment with clean, dry skin. On the day of your laser hair removal, don’t use oils, creams, cosmetics, or lotions.

What to Expect on the Day of Laser Hair Removal Treatment

Most patients find the laser hair removal process to be seamless and stress-free. We will numb your skin prior to treatment with the laser, allowing for a painless experience. Once you are relaxed and ready, the laser handpiece will be passed over your targeted regions, emitting potent light energy that tackles stubborn hair follicles and destroys them for good. The laser energy targets only the affected skin cells, avoiding the healthy surrounding skin cells and ensuring minimal superficial damage, side effects, and downtime.

Laser Hair Removal Recovery

Laser hair removal in Melbourne is associated with minimal to no downtime, allowing you to return to your normal schedule promptly. You may experience mild redness and swelling, but these side effects will not be severe enough to prevent you from resuming your normal activities. For the first day after your appointment, avoid intense heat, including saunas, hot tubs, steam rooms, hot showers, tanning beds, and the beach. Avoid using irritating skincare products, such as exfoliating scrubs, for the first week, and allow your skin to heal fully.

Improving Your Recovery with PDGF and Peptides

Laser hair removal gently heats hair follicles, which can temporarily make the surrounding skin sensitive. To support a smoother, faster recovery and elevate the overall quality of your results, Dr. Ibrahim may recommend adding PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factors) and targeted peptide therapy to your post-treatment plan.

PDGF works by boosting the skin’s natural regenerative response—calming inflammation, accelerating healing, and encouraging collagen production. This leads to less redness, less downtime, and more even healing across treated areas.

Peptides like BPC-157, TB-500, and GHK-Cu further enhance skin repair by strengthening the skin barrier, improving elasticity, and supporting healthy collagen remodeling after each session. These peptides help reduce irritation, support a smoother texture, and optimize the skin’s response to the series of treatments required for lasting hair reduction.

Used together, PDGF and peptides provide a synergistic boost, contributing to:

Enhanced recovery with reduced post-treatment irritation
Improved treatment outcomes, especially in areas prone to inflammation or ingrown hairs
Increased collagen stimulation, supporting healthier, more resilient skin over time

Dr. Ibrahim will curate a personalized regenerative plan to match your skin type and treatment intensity, helping your skin heal comfortably while amplifying your long-term results.

How Much Does Laser Hair Removal Cost in Melbourne, FL?

The cost of laser hair removal in Melbourne, Tampa, and St. Petersburg can vary depending on the areas treated, the extent of the work required to achieve your goals, and whether you combine treatment with other aesthetic solutions. Dr. Ibrahim is more than willing to provide you with a customized quote after conducting a thorough physical and medical assessment as part of your private consultation.

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Why Choose Dr. Ibrahim?

Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim is a double fellowship-trained aesthetic surgeon and the Medical Director for AR Aesthetics in Melbourne, FL. His extensive training, innate artistry, and insistence on patient safety combine to provide an outstanding and restorative treatment experience from start to finish. After graduating from medical school with honors, Dr. Ibrahim pursued a four-year Research Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. His PhD was obtained from Erasmus University Rotterdam, ranked among the world’s top 3% of educational institutions. Dr. Ibrahim was also selected for a surgical internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, affiliated with Harvard Medical School. He underwent Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and embarked on a prestigious subspecialty fellowship in Burn Surgery and Wound Care at Nassau University Medical Center. He completed an additional fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Florida to further hone his artistry.

Laser Hair Removal FAQ’S

While pain thresholds vary from person to person, most patients find laser hair removal to be a minimally painful procedure. At most, treatment can feel like a brief rubber band snap against the skin. To offset discomfort, we can numb your skin prior to your session. The lasers used also have a built-in cooling system that soothes the skin during treatment.
When performed by our experienced providers in Melbourne, FL, laser hair removal is considered a safe, effective procedure with a low likelihood of complications. However, it is important to be aware of certain inherent risks, which include the following:
- Pain
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Redness
- Inflammation
- Blistering
- Herpes breakouts
- Bacterial infection
- Changes in skin color
- Scarring

Patient Reviews

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Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim, MD, PHD did laser skin resurfacing and the whole was positive

He was comforting, made me feel relaxed. Results were over the top. He was educated and I learned alot about skin care. Robbie the aesthetician gave a wonderful massage prior to the procedure. I highly recommend coming to this place. The front staff is beautiful and helpful. A feel good experience!!!

– D.E.M.
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I’m a new patient with AR Aesthetics

Ahmed was fantastic! He took time to explain to me the different procedures offered, and what to expect as the result. I will definitely be returning!

– G.B.
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I love everything about the service provided to me.

From entering the office, which is incredibly beautiful, the staff is friendly, efficient, and kind.
My experience has been second to none.
Dr. Ibrahim is by far the ABSOLUTE BEST surgeon I have ever met, and I have met many.
If he could take care of all of me, I would be extremely grateful.
Thank you Dr. Ibrahim for making me happy! You are the BEST!!!!

– B.B

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are in the Melbourne, Tampa, or St. Petersburg, FL, area and think you might be a candidate for laser hair removal, please reach out today and book a private consultation. Dr. Ibrahim and his team are excited to answer any questions and help you start an individualized treatment plan.

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