For decades, women have grappled with the exhausting task of removing unwanted hair. At first, shaving seemed to offer a quick and convenient fix, but then women flocked to salons for their monthly wax. Lately, laser hair removal has taken centre stage, becoming one of the most in-demand treatments. 

But which is really the best treatment? Which hair removal method is going to offer both a long-term, affordable solution for your client and a profitable method for your business? In this blog, we compare the three major methods of hair removal, before crowning one as the champion.

Shaving

It’s cheap, it’s quick, but it’s also the most irritating and temporary hair removal method. Shaving works by removing the hair at the surface of the skin, rather than targeting the root of the hair follicle. This means hair grows back quickly, making shaving required on a more regular basis.

Hair removed from shaving can also grow back thicker and prickly. Razor burn, cuts, rashes and ingrown hairs are all possibilities of shaving. There is significant evidence to show that over years of prolonged shaving of the same area of skin, trauma caused to the skin can cause irreparable damage.

Average Cost

While many think shaving is the most budget-friendly hair removal method, the average woman will still spend £6,500 and 8 weeks of her life managing unwanted hair through shaving! This method requires a lot more upkeep than other methods, making it expensive and time-consuming.

Waxing

The well-known *1,2,3 hold your breath and think good thoughts* method - waxing involves hot wax being applied to the treatment area which is then removed in the opposite direction to hair growth, pulling the hairs out from the root. 

While the results last longer than shaving, hairs are only temporarily removed, and start growing back after an average of 3 weeks, making it much less effective than laser hair removal. There also needs to be a little bit of regrowth in order for the wax to be effective, so you will end up with a little hair growth in between sessions. 

Average Cost

Waxing can cost anywhere from £20 to £60 per area, and the average woman will spend a shocking £23,000 on waxing in her lifetime. 

Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal works by emitting a specific wavelength of light to target the hair follicle at the root. This essentially destroys the follicle, inhibiting hair from regrowing. This method of hair removal has been proven to be the safest and kindest method for the skin, with no negative impact to the skin meaning that even the most sensitive skin can be treated. 

For many, laser hair removal results in permanent hair loss. A minimum of six sessions are required using our SMARTDiode medical-grade laser technology, with most UK patients requiring an average of 8 sessions. This makes it not only a more affordable treatment for your clients than both waxing and shaving, but it creates client loyalty for your salon, as customers will normally buy a pack of sessions up front. 

Average Cost

SMARTDiode costs around £60 a session, depending on the area being treated. With 6-8 sessions required and £260+ revenue an hour, SMARTDiode is both good value for your clients and your salon!

Conclusion

Both waxing and shaving are only temporary hair removal solutions. The SMARTDiode, on the other hand, offers a permanent solution to hair removal. 

Our MHRA-registered device is the pinnacle in effective, fast and comfortable laser hair removal for all skin types. Combining adaptive triple wavelength technology with optimum power output, the SMARTDiode delivers exceptional results and client satisfaction. 

SHR delivery ensures super-fast treatment times, increasing clinic revenue. Designed for the future with state-of-the-art design, superior build quality and the latest in control and diagnostic technology - our signature laser hair removal platform is the best in its class.

Key benefits:

• No consumable operating cost (goodbye wax pot direct debit!)⁣
• Average treatment time of under 15 minutes⁣
• Average price of £67 a session = delivering £260+ per hour revenue⁣
• Client loyalty: A minimum of six sessions is required (the UK average is eight)⁣⁣

If you’re ready to transform your salon offering and grow your customer base with our advanced medical-grade laser technology, visit our website to claim your Smart Start 6 offer, allowing you to own a SMARTDiode for only £50 a month for the first 6 months.