Can I skip a month of laser hair removal?

Ever stared at your calendar and thought “I just don’t have time for my laser session this month”? Life is busy. Between work deadlines, family commitments, or just needing a break, sometimes things slip and laser hair removal might be one of them. But then the doubt creeps in. “Can I skip a month of laser hair removal?” , “Will all the progress I’ve made be undone?” – Let’s talk about it all.

How laser hair removal works?

Laser hair removal works by targeting the root of the hair during its active growth phase, called the anagen phase. But here’s the catch – Not all hairs grow at the same time.

In fact, only about 20–30% of your hair is in the active phase during any given session. That’s why laser hair removal is done as a course of treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart. So each cycle gets treated as it comes into the growth stage.

When you follow the schedule, the laser catches each cycle in time. But when you skip a session or extend the gap too much? You risk missing the next cycle entirely.

So, can I skip a month of laser hair removal?

Technically, yes of course. Life happens. And one skipped month won’t completely erase your progress. But beneath the surface you’ll likely start noticing more regrowth. Simply because another cycle has caught up. That next session now has to treat two cycles of hair, not one, but one will be passed the anagen stage, so the treatment may not be that effective on that session for those hairs. This may affect how smooth you feel in the short term, and might require an extra session at the end.

So while your results aren’t lost, you’re slightly stretching the journey. Think of it like missing a workout.
You won’t go back to square one. But your momentum takes a hit. And just like fitness, consistency is where the magic happens in laser hair removal.

Best practice for treatment intervals

For best results, we recommend sticking to a 4–6 week interval religiously. 4 weeks if you are treating facial areas and 5-6 weeks for body areas.  If you must miss a session, reschedule as soon as possible, don’t wait until the next full cycle.

Laser doesn’t remove hair overnight. It works in phases, building results with each session. Skipping a session won’t ruin your investment, but it may delay your finish line.

We want to ensure you get the best results in the least amount of treatments possible.

You can skip a session if absolutely necessary. But should you? Not if you can help it. Because your results thrive on rhythm, not randomness. Laser hair removal isn’t just about eliminating hair. It’s about eliminating the hassle, the stress, the time wasted on waxing, shaving, plucking. It’s a commitment to convenience. And consistency is part of that promise.

So next time you’re tempted to push your appointment, ask yourself: Do I want to delay smooth, care-free skin? Or stay on track for a life with less maintenance and more freedom?

Need help planning your sessions around a busy calendar? We’re happy to help make it work for you.
Because your time is precious, and laser hair removal should save it, not steal it.

Or if you are ready to meet my team in person and would like to learn more about laser hair removal – Click here to book an appointment through our online diary.