laser hair removal

[ ley-zer hair ri-moo-vuhl ]

noun

1. a cosmetic procedure in which very intense pulses of light are shot into hair follicles to slow their growth, eliminating the hair in the treated area over the course of repeated treatments.

Word History and Origins

Origin of laser hair removal¹

First recorded in 1995–2000

Example Sentences

“Some have gotten laser hair removal to help, but it doesn’t necessarily totally work.”

From Washington Times

“How lip fillers and laser hair removal are plumping up private equity.”

From New York Times

Her request for coverage of treatments including laser hair removal and electrolysis were previously denied, the lawsuit states.

From Seattle Times

Even laser hair removal requires a qualified doctor’s supervision.

From BBC

The clinic’s storefront advertises services for pain management and laser hair removal, as well as chiropractic services.

From Washington Post