laser hair removal

American  

[ley-zer hair ri-moo-vuhl] / ˈleɪ zər ˈhɛər rɪˌmu vəl /

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.

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Etymology

Origin of laser hair removal

First recorded in 1995–2000

Example Sentences

“Laser Hair” for the hairline and “everywhere else,” which we assume means laser hair removal.

From Los Angeles Times

“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