Laser hair reduction is a procedure where laser light beams are used to heat up the melanin pigment at the base of hair follicles (the tube shape structure from which hair grows) thereby damaging the follicle itself and reducing hair growth. There is no harmful radiation involved and hence it is a safe process to use.

The main issue faced with laser hair reduction is to prevent heating up the melanin in the surrounding skin (which can cause burns) while only targeting those in the follicles. For this, a cooling tip or gel is used to keep the surrounding skin cool, and a precise beam of certain wavelength is generated which only heats the hair base.

You should get laser hair reduction done only after checkup by a qualified dermatologist who can check your hair and skin type, treat any underlying cause for excess hair (e.g. hormonal issues like polycystic ovarian syndrome) and decide the exact parameters to be used safely and effectively for you. The only side effects faced are occasional mild redness and irritation which goes away on icing or cooling the area. Hence, you can opt for laser hair reduction procedures without worrying about its safety.

Remember that laser hair reduction takes several sessions for satisfactory results and may need maintenance sessions as recommended by your doctor.