Hair not falling out after laser?
When shedding usually starts, why stubble and patchy regrowth happen and when to follow up.
Aesthetic treatments explained: results, recovery and real costs
Independent guides to Botox, dermal fillers, laser hair removal, microneedling, RF microneedling and laser resurfacing. Learn what each treatment can realistically change, what the appointment and recovery involve and what a full series costs.
Choosing a treatment: the short answer
- Match the treatment to the concern. Lines that deepen when you frown or smile usually start with Botox. Lost volume or contour points to filler. Texture and acne scars point to microneedling, RF microneedling or resurfacing, and unwanted hair to laser.
- Most results need a series or upkeep. Botox commonly lasts around three to four months. Laser hair removal usually starts with six to eight visits, and RF microneedling with roughly two to four.
- Price the whole plan. A price per unit, syringe or visit is only part of the quote. Compare the full series, extras, follow-up and maintenance for the same goal.
- Recovery rises with intensity. Injections usually mean brief bruising or swelling. RF microneedling and laser resurfacing can mean days of visible recovery, and some resurfacing leaves a wound that needs daily care.
Aesthetic treatments compared
What each treatment is for, how results develop and what our dated menu checks found. Your quote depends on the area, product and plan.
| Treatment | Best for | Sessions and results | Typical cost | Our guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BotoxInjection | Lines that deepen when you frown, smile or raise your brows. | Develops over several days; commonly lasts about three to four months. | 12 of 18 recorded prices were $12–$15 per unit; 40 units at $12 is $480. | Botox for beginners |
| Dermal fillersInjection | Lost volume, hollows and contour. | Hyaluronic acid adds volume immediately; how long it lasts depends on the product and area. | $500–$1,150 per 1 mL syringe in our October check. | Dermal fillers |
| Laser hair removalLight-based | Dark, coarse unwanted hair. | A series, often six to eight visits to start; some areas need maintenance. | Upper lip $25–$60 and full legs $240–$250 per visit in the menus we checked. | Laser hair removal |
| MicroneedlingNeedles | Acne scars and uneven texture. | Usually a series, with several days of visible recovery. | $250–$425 per face visit in the SkinPen prices we checked. | Microneedling |
| RF microneedlingNeedles and heat | Selected scars, fine lines and mild laxity. | Roughly two to four treatments; results develop over three to six months. | $700–$1,200 per visit in published examples. | RF microneedling |
| Laser resurfacingLaser | Wrinkles, sun damage and scars. | Recovery ranges from redness and swelling to a wound that needs daily care. | One practice posted $1,800 for a full-face hybrid CO2 treatment. | Laser resurfacing |
| HydrafacialFacial | A temporary refreshed, smoother look. | Temporary results; not a lasting scar treatment. | $175–$225 for the Signature facial at three U.S. menus. | Hydrafacial |
Prices are examples from our dated checks of published menus, not quotes or national averages.
Most read treatment guides
What readers check most often, from shedding after laser to who should wait for Botox.
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Forehead Botox side effects
Headaches, a heavy brow and eyelid droop explained, and what usually settles.
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Who should not get Botox?
Conditions and medicines that need a closer look, and why prescriptions should not be stopped.
All 35 treatment guides
Every treatment guide we publish, grouped by treatment and listed A to Z. Hair loss has its own hub.
Botox and expression lines
Dermal fillers
Laser hair removal
- At-Home IPL vs Professional Laser Hair Removal
- Brazilian Laser Hair Removal Side Effects
- Electrolysis Cost
- Electrolysis vs. Laser Hair Removal
- Hair Not Falling Out After Laser?
- Laser hair removal consultation worksheet
- Laser Hair Removal Cost
- Laser Hair Removal for PCOS New
- Laser Hair Removal Not Working?
- Laser Hair Removal on the Face
- Laser Hair Removal
- Paradoxical Hypertrichosis New
Skin texture and resurfacing
Facials and hydration
Before you book any treatment
Know who will treat you, why the treatment fits and what the full commitment is. You can have a consultation without having treatment.
- How to choose a med spa, injector or laser providerVerify licenses, compare consultation answers and check aftercare before paying.
- Botox consultation questionsEight questions on goals, experience, product, cost, risks and follow-up.
- Laser hair removal consultation questionsEight questions on suitability, sessions, risks, package terms and costs.
- Treatment budget plannerTurn a written quote into a first visit and first-year budget.
Treatment questions, answered
How long does Botox last?
Commonly around three to four months, sometimes longer. Results develop over several days, so judge a new result at around 10 to 14 days and arrange a review if little has changed.
How many laser hair removal sessions will I need?
Six to eight is a useful starting discussion, with fewer or more possible depending on the area and how your hair responds. Pigmented hair is easier to target; white, gray and very light hair need a different conversation.
What is the difference between microneedling and RF microneedling?
Regular microneedling uses fine needles; RF microneedling adds heat. Both can improve selected scars and texture, but RF is not automatically better. It costs more and adds heat-related risks, so the extra benefit should match your concern.
Botox or filler: which do I need?
Botox softens lines that deepen with movement; filler adds volume or support where it is placed. Crepey texture or significant loose skin may need a different approach, and some plans include both, each with a clear purpose.
How do I choose a provider?
Confirm the treating person’s name, license and experience with the procedure. Ask why the treatment fits your concern, who to contact if you are worried and for an itemized price, then take time to decide.