What's cheaper in the long run, waxing or laser?

For legs, a course of 10 laser sessions costs 1.800 €. Waxing over ten years comes to around 6.000 €. For smaller zones, the difference is smaller, but the course of treatments still pays off after a few years.

Which method is best for sensitive skin?

That depends on the cause. Frequent shaving and waxing often irritate sensitive skin the most. If you have rosacea or neurodermatitis, we first check if a treatment is suitable for you. You can find out more in our article on laser for sensitive skin.

Does hair removal help with ingrown hairs?

Shaving and waxing are often what cause ingrown hairs in the first place. Laser reduces the amount of hair and can therefore significantly improve the problem. Read more in our guide to razor burn and ingrown hairs.

Which hair removal method works on grey hair?

Electrolysis works on grey, white and very light hair because it doesn't need pigment. Grey, white and very light hair contains hardly any pigment, which is why laser can't target it.

All methods compared

Hair removal: Which method is right for you?

Hair removal works short-term with shaving, creams or waxing, and long-term only with methods that reach the hair root. Here you can compare all common methods by duration, sensation and cost.

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Illustration of different hair removal methods

Hair removal at Laserazor at a glance

Comparison

Seven methods of hair removal.

Shaving, creams, epilators and waxing only remove the hair. Laser, IPL and electrolysis damage the root and therefore have a long-lasting effect.

Method	How long it stays smooth	Sensation	Suitable for	Cost
Shaving	1 to 3 days	none, skin may be irritated	all areas	around 10 € a month
Hair removal cream	a few days	none, skin may be irritated	legs, underarms	a few euros per use
Epilator	2 to 4 weeks	strong pulling sensation	legs, arms	one-off device purchase
Waxing, sugaring	3 to 6 weeks	pulling pain	all areas	30 to 60 € per appointment
IPL	long-term after 10 to 15 sessions	warmth, tingling	light skin, dark hair	20 to 80 € per session in the studio
Laser	long-term after 8 to 12 sessions	brief pinch, with cooling	all skin types, hair with pigment	from 26,25 € a month
Electroepilation	long-term, hair by hair, 15 to 30 appointments	prick per hair	small areas, even grey hair	60 to 120 € per hour

You'll find more details and studies in our guide comparing all methods. To find out the difference between flash lamps and lasers, read our page on IPL hair removal.

Costs over time

What smooth legs cost over ten years.

The maths shows why a single course of treatments can pay off compared to ongoing appointments.

1.800 €Laser, package of 10 sessions, one-off
around 6.000 €Waxing every four to six weeks
around 1.200 €Shaving, plus around 300 hours of your time

Per body area

Which method suits which area.

Zone	The benefits
Upper lip and chin	Plucking and threading are quick but often cause irritation. Laser takes just 10 minutes per appointment.
Underarms	Thick, dark hair responds particularly well to laser. Shaving remains the quick fix in between.
Intimate area	Shaving often causes irritation here, and waxing hurts. Laser works without direct skin contact and can reduce ingrown hairs.
Legs	Large area, lots of appointments: this is where you save the most time.
Back and chest	Hard to reach yourself. A course of treatments in the studio saves you from constant shaving.

Pricing

Laser hair removal: the prices.

These prices apply across all six studios. For a total price of 300 € or more, you can pay in 12 instalments at 0 %.

Zone	Monthly instalment	Single session
Bikini line5 sessions, total 315 €, 63 € per session	26,25 €a month	99 €
Chest3 sessions, total 339 €, 113 € per session	28,25 €a month	139 €
Full intimate area3 sessions, total 363 €, 121 € per session	30,25 €a month	149 €
Upper lip10 sessions, total 370 €, 37 € per session	30,84 €a month	59 €
Underarms10 sessions, total 480 €, 48 € per session	40,00 €a month	79 €
Full legs3 sessions, total 771 €, 257 € per session	64,25 €a month	319 €

You'll find all the details about the treatment on our laser hair removal page.

Studios

Six studios, one price.

Laserazor studio Berlin Pestalozzistraße

Berlin PestalozziPestalozzistraße 13, 10625 Berlin

Laserazor studio Berlin Danckelmannstraße

Berlin DanckelmannDanckelmannstraße 24, 14059 Berlin

Munich HaidhausenSteinstraße 57, 81667 München

Laserazor Studio München Westend, exterior view

München WestendWestendstraße 142, 80339 München

Augsburg RathausplatzUnter dem Bogen 2, 86150 Augsburg

Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, city of the Laserazor Studio Neustadt

Hamburg NeustadtPoststraße 36, 20354 Hamburg

Purchased packages are valid in all studios. More about your city: Berlin, München, Augsburg, Hamburg.

Frequently Asked Questions

What people want to know.

Laser, IPL and electrolysis last the longest because they damage the hair root. Waxing and sugaring last three to six weeks, epilating two to four weeks, and shaving just a few days.

Depilation removes hair at the skin's surface, like with a razor or cream. Epilation pulls the hair out by the root or damages the root, for example with wax or a laser. That's why the hair grows back more slowly afterwards, or significantly less in the long run.

For legs, a course of 10 laser sessions costs 1.800 €. Waxing adds up to around 6.000 € over ten years. The difference is smaller for smaller areas, but the laser course still pays for itself after a few years.

That depends on the cause. Frequent shaving and waxing often irritate sensitive skin the most. If you have rosacea or eczema, we'll first check if the treatment is right for you. You can find out more in our post about laser on sensitive skin.

Shaving and waxing are often what cause ingrown hairs in the first place. Laser reduces the amount of hair, which can significantly improve the problem. Read more in our guide to razor burn and ingrown hairs.

Electrolysis works on grey, white and very light hair because it doesn't rely on pigment. Grey, white and very light hairs contain hardly any pigment, which is why a laser can't target them.

Sources

Bundesamt für Strahlenschutz (as of 04.08.2026). Dauerhafte Haarentfernung (Epilation). Official information. View source. Explains the operating principle, NiSV certification, and risks. At-home devices usually achieve a lower energy density than professional devices.
Haedersdal M, Gøtzsche PC (2006). Laser and photoepilation for unwanted hair growth. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, CD004684. systematic review. View source. Around 50 percent hair reduction six months after a few sessions with Alexandrit and diode lasers. The studies are small and observe short periods.

This page provides general information and does not replace medical advice. If you have skin conditions, take medication that increases light sensitivity, or experience unexplained hair growth, it's advisable to consult a doctor beforehand.

Hair removal: Which method is right for you?

Hair removal at Laserazor at a glance

Seven methods of hair removal.

What smooth legs cost over ten years.

Which method suits which area.

Laser hair removal: the prices.

Six studios, one price.

What people want to know.

Sources

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