Laser Hair Removal: Nd:YAG Lasers

Long-pulse Nd:YAG lasers are the latest to hit the market for hair removal. These machines have the longest wavelength of all the major hair removal lasers at 1064nm.

Their long wavelength allows them to penetrate deeper into the skin, destroying the hair follicle without being absorbed by melanin in the skin. This makes the long-pulse Nd:YAG lasers ideal for patients with darker skin tones and even some people with tanned skin.

While these lasers are effective on all skin types, they tend to be more painful than the other hair removal lasers, so they are most often appropriate for those with olive to dark skin. The Nd:YAG lasers are also the least effective laser for fine or light hairs, so for people treating finer hair, the ALexandrite or Diode lasers might be a better choice.

Some of the most popular long-pulse Nd:YAG lasers currently marketed for hair removal are:

Nd:YAG lasers might be the best option for those with darker skin who seek laser hair removal. They are relatively fast and safe, and they can be effective for long-term hair reduction.