3-6 sessions is the standard amount it takes to remove hair. At any given time, one out of six hairs is in the growth phase, known as the anagen phase, and only those hairs absorb laser energy all the way down to the root to be permanently eliminated. Repeat sessions may be needed so you can cover all the hair. 

Typical guidelines include:

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- Stay out of the sun (and tanning beds) for at least a couple of weeks

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- Use only shaving as a hair removal method

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- Don't apply lotion, perfume, or anything else on the day of your appointment

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- Wear loose-fitting clothes to your appointment

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The same preparation rules apply to your future hair removal sessions, too.

4-6 weeks

For smaller areas like the underarms, it can be as fast as five minutes or less, while larger areas like the thighs and legs take half an hour per session. The amount of time of the treatment varies depending on the surface covered.

Same goes for threading or any method that pulls hair out by the root. You have to stick to shaving, and before your appointment, you have to make sure you're cleanly shaven on the chosen area. The reason for this is because hair needs to have its roots for the laser to effectively target it.

One of the breakthrough benefits of the Motus AY is that it is safe and effective for light to dark skin types. Whether you have fine, light hair or a darker skin tone, the Motus AY can be used to target and permanently remove unwanted hair. The Motus AY may also be used with tanned skin however, it is always recommended that you talk with your physician about your specific skin conditions before treatment.