Hair growth is one of the most noticeable changes that a teen encounters upon reaching adolescence. A teen might be a bit more sensitive with this change since hair will pop almost anywhere in his/her body, especially in undesired areas, such as arms and legs. Since, at this stage, shaving or waxing will trigger more hair growth, laser hair removal seems to be the only less painful option for removing these unwanted hairs.

Yes, laser hair removal works for teens. However, this alternative should be decided by both the teen and parents. Not to mention the fact that laser hair removal clinics require a parent or a legal guardian's consent to perform the procedure on a child under 18 years of age. As the same with adults, teens suffer the same temporary side effects of laser hair removal. But the only drawback they have is, for teens, laser hair removal is not permanent. After a whole series of treatment, their hair will usually be gone for around six months. But after that, their hairs on the treated areas will grow back again. This happens since a teen’s hair growth is more rapid than an adults. So laser hair removal procedure might have to be repeated over and over again. Nevertheless, if it is the only way for your son/daughter’s self-esteem to bolster, and if the cost is not an issue, go ahead and let your son/daughter enjoy their teenage life without unwanted hairs.