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Manhattan treatment guide · Updated November 2026

Laser Hair Removal in NYC

Bikini, underarms, legs, face and more. Real Manhattan prices by area, how many sessions it takes and the lasers that are safe for every skin tone.

Manhattan practices
222
Typical NYC price
$25 to $509
Published prices
53
Downtime
None
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Laser & Hair Removal by neighborhood

Chelsea 14East Village 3Financial District 4Flatiron 21Greenwich Village 7Harlem 10Hell's Kitchen 10Lower East Side 4Midtown East 26Midtown West 29Murray Hill 20NoHo 6NoMad 9SoHo 3Tribeca 4Union Square 5Upper East Side 26Upper West Side 5Washington Heights 3West Village 9
Real prices

What Laser Hair Removal costs in Manhattan

Across 53 Manhattan practices that publish a price, Laser Hair Removal typically runs $25 to $509, with a middle price around $100. Prices come from each practice's own website or booking menu. Confirm when you book, since packages and areas change the total.

Flatiron$100median of 7 practices
Midtown West$199median of 6 practices
Chelsea$50median of 6 practices
Harlem$30median of 5 practices
Midtown East$100median of 5 practices
Lower East Side$70median of 3 practices
Greenwich Village$59median of 3 practices
Tribeca$300median of 3 practices
PracticeNeighborhoodListed asPrice
GLAMOUR BEAUTY SALON NYCHarlemUnderarms$12
iNatural SpaLower East SideUnderarm$18
Neelam style nycMidtown WestWaxing - Underarms$18
Brows ZoneGreenwich VillageSeaweed Underarms$18
About Your SkinHarlemUnderarms$20
Uni K Wax StudioEast VillageUnderarm Waxing$25
Top Wax StudiosMidtown WestUnderarms Wax$25
Erase SpaChelseaLaser Hair Removal Sale price$29
La Virtu Wax StudioWest VillageUnderarms$30
The SPAaahtHarlemUnderarm$30
ila Only SpaMidtown EastUnderarm Wax$35
Serene Skin ClubChelseaUnderarms · Sideburns · Areola · Ball of chin · Jawline · Cl$39
Laser ‘n’ BeyondFlatironUnderarms$40
Mia Skin BarHarlemLASER HAIR REMOVAL - ONE SMALL AREA$50

Source: each practice's own website or online booking menu. Practices with no published price are not shown. Own a practice? Claim your listing and add your menu.

The guide

Laser hair removal: what to know before you book

How it works

A laser sends light that is absorbed by the pigment in the hair. The light turns into heat at the root and damages the follicle so it grows back finer, slower or not at all. Hair grows in cycles and only follicles in the active phase respond, which is why you need a series of sessions spaced weeks apart.

Results are long term reduction rather than a guarantee of zero hair. Most people see a large drop after the full series and come back for an occasional touch up.

The right laser for your skin

  • Nd:YAG (1064 nm): the safest choice for medium and deep skin tones.
  • Diode (around 810 nm): a versatile workhorse for many skin and hair types.
  • Alexandrite (755 nm): fast and effective on lighter skin with darker hair.
  • Not effective: lasers do not work well on blonde, red, gray or white hair. Ask about electrolysis instead.

Ask which machine the clinic uses and whether the technician treats skin like yours every day.

Laser epilation of armpits and cosmetology hair removal cosmetology procedure laser
Laser epilation of armpits and cosmetology hair removal cosmetology procedure laser Photo: iStock

Popular areas

  • Bikini line and Brazilian
  • Underarms
  • Full or half legs
  • Face: upper lip, chin, jawline and neck
  • Arms
  • Back and chest
  • Stomach line

Before and after

  • Shave the area 24 hours before. Do not wax, tweeze or thread for at least two weeks before, since the root needs to be there.
  • Avoid tanning and self tanner for two weeks before and after.
  • Expect a snapping feeling. Cooling tips and numbing cream help on sensitive areas.
  • Redness and bumps usually fade within hours. Skip hot workouts and saunas for a day.
  • Shaved hairs shed over one to three weeks. Do not pluck them.
Laser hair removal in action cosmetologist making laser epilation on woman legs
Laser hair removal in action cosmetologist making laser epilation on woman legs Photo: iStock

Packages vs single sessions

Most Manhattan clinics sell packages of six sessions per area, which usually saves 20 to 40 percent compared with paying per session. Ask what happens if you need more than six, whether the package expires and if touch ups are discounted.

Choosing a clinic

Look for licensed technicians, a medical director, the right laser for your skin and before and after photos on skin like yours. Every practice on this page shows reviews and, where published, real prices by area.

Photos

Laser Hair Removal, in pictures

Laser epilation of armpits and cosmetology hair removal cosmetology procedure laser
Laser epilation of armpits and cosmetology hair removal cosmetology procedure laser Photo: iStock
Laser hair removal in action cosmetologist making laser epilation on woman legs
Laser hair removal in action cosmetologist making laser epilation on woman legs Photo: iStock
Body care concept laser hair removal young caucasian woman in safety glasses
Body care concept laser hair removal young caucasian woman in safety glasses Photo: iStock

Stock photography for illustration. These are not patient results. Ask practices for their own before and after photos.

On the record

Who has talked about Laser Hair Removal

Famous people who have spoken publicly about their own Laser Hair Removal experience, in their own words, with the source. First person statements only, never rumors.

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Victoria Beckham

Told Allure she stopped shaving her legs and switched to laser hair removal on Eva Longoria's advice, calling it "amazing."

Allure, via Bustle (2014)

The people named here spoke about their own treatments. They are not connected to any practice on NYC Hot List and do not endorse any listing.

FAQ

Laser Hair Removal questions, answered

How much is laser hair removal in NYC?

Small areas like the upper lip or underarms often start around $50 to $150 per session in Manhattan. Bikini and Brazilian usually run $100 to $300, and full legs $300 to $600 per session. Packages lower the cost per session. See the price table for current published prices.

How many sessions do I need?

Most people need six to eight sessions, four to eight weeks apart for the body and closer together for the face.

Is laser hair removal permanent?

It is long term reduction. Most people lose 70 to 90 percent of hair, and some need a yearly touch up.

Is it safe for dark skin?

Yes, with the right laser, usually an Nd:YAG, and an experienced technician.

Does laser hair removal hurt?

It feels like a rubber band snap. Cooling and numbing cream make it very manageable.

Can I do laser hair removal in summer?

Yes, as long as the area is not tanned and you protect it from the sun between sessions.

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How we make this guide. Prices come from practices' own published menus. Celebrity statements are first person and sourced. Paid placement never changes a rating, a review or a badge. This guide is editorial information, not medical advice. Last reviewed by NYC Hot List editors November 2026.