How It Works: "Laser hair removal works by emitting a monochromatic beam of light that bypasses the epidermis and disables the reproductive cycle of the hair within the follicle," Christian Karavolas, laser hair removal expert and founder of Romeo & Juliette Laser Hair Removal, previously told PS.
The entire process takes dedication and can be a bit costly (according to Web MD, the average cost is around $389 per session, and you'll likely need at least six sessions), but the results can be worthwhile. After going through the prescribed amount of sessions, which can last as little as 10 minutes, you'll be able to trade your weekly shaving sessions or monthly wax appointments for a touch-up appointment once every few years.
How Much It Hurts: This depends on your pain threshold and the area that you're getting done. PS editors have had varied experiences in the past, with some saying that it didn't hurt as bad as they thought it would and others saying that certain areas like their legs, were unexpectedly painful.
