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Laser Hair Removal in Chicago

Silky smooth skin with the gold standard in laser technology. Safe for every skin type, tailored to your unique needs.

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The smartest laser for every skin type

Our Cynosure Elite IQ is a dual-wavelength laser system that combines the 755nm Alexandrite and 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelengths in a single platform. This means we can treat the full spectrum of skin types safely and effectively, from the lightest to the darkest complexions on the Fitzpatrick scale.

What truly sets the Elite IQ apart is the FDA-cleared Skintel Melanin Reader, the first and only device of its kind. It reads your skin's melanin density in real time and identifies the optimal energy settings for your specific skin type, lifestyle, and ethnicity. There is no guesswork, just precision.

For patients with hyperpigmentation, the Elite IQ is an especially strong choice. The Skintel Melanin Reader precisely calibrates energy levels to your skin's melanin density, allowing safe and effective treatment on hyperpigmented areas where other lasers risk making discoloration worse. Many patients find that as they stop shaving and waxing, the irritation-driven hyperpigmentation they've been dealing with begins to fade on its own.

Combined with Zimmer cooling technology, treatments are far less painful and more comfortable than older laser systems. The cooling system protects the skin's surface while the laser energy targets hair follicles beneath, delivering results without the discomfort you might expect.

Treatment areas

Laser hair removal can be performed on virtually any area of the body where unwanted hair grows.

Face Chest Back Underarms Legs Bikini Arms Buttocks Shoulders Abdomen Neck & Hairline Head

What to expect from your sessions

After just 1 to 3 sessions, most patients visibly notice silkier, smoother results. Hair grows back finer, lighter, and slower with each treatment. We recommend a minimum of 6 sessions for optimal, long-lasting results, as the laser is most effective during the active growth phase of the hair cycle.

Sessions are spaced 4 to 8 weeks apart depending on the treatment area, allowing your body to cycle through hair growth phases. Each visit builds on the last, progressively reducing hair density until you achieve the smooth, maintenance-free skin you are looking for.

How It Works

Your path to smooth skin

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Initial Contact

Reach out by phone, email, or through our booking form. We will answer any initial questions and get you scheduled.

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Free Consultation

Meet with your dedicated provider for a skin assessment using the Skintel Melanin Reader. We will build a personalized treatment plan around your goals.

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First Treatment

Your first laser session, tailored to your skin's unique profile. Zimmer cooling keeps you comfortable throughout the process.

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Ongoing Treatments

Follow-up sessions spaced 4 to 8 weeks apart to target hair in its active growth phase. After 6+ sessions, enjoy lasting smoothness.

Laser hair removal for darker skin tones at Skin Laser & MedSpa in Chicago
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Expert care for darker skin tones

If you have brown or Black skin and you've been told laser hair removal is not for you, that information is at least ten years out of date. With the right wavelength, calibrated correctly, treatment is not just safe for darker skin: it is often more effective than waxing or shaving.

The old risks came from early lasers that could not tell melanin in the hair from melanin in the skin. Our Elite IQ solves that with a long-pulsed 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelength that reaches the follicle while passing over surface melanin, and the Skintel reader measures your skin's actual melanin density before every session, so your settings come from a real number, never a guess.

  • Long-pulsed Nd:YAG (1064nm), the gold-standard wavelength for Fitzpatrick types IV through VI
  • 80 to 90 percent hair reduction over a full course, the same range fair skin sees
  • Melanin measured before every session with the FDA-cleared Skintel reader
  • Clear protocols for preventing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
“I got laser hair removal done for multiple areas, on my face and armpits, and was happy with my results. She is also good at handling laser hair removal for darker skin tones which was a big plus for me!”
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Results

Real results, real confidence

Our patients consistently experience dramatic reduction in unwanted hair, with smoother skin that lasts.

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Underarm Treatment

Smooth, hair-free results after 6 sessions with the Elite IQ system.

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After treatment After

Back

Dramatic reduction in hair density, with finer regrowth between sessions.

Transparent Pricing

Laser hair removal pricing in Chicago

No mystery quotes. Every treatment area falls into one of five size tiers, from extra small to extra large, each with a published single-session price, and six-session packages bring the per-session cost down. Prices below are pulled live from our booking system, so what you see is what you pay.

Package prices cover the recommended course of six sessions. Popular combinations are often discounted further on our monthly specials page, and your free consultation confirms the right plan for your hair and skin before you commit to anything.

Streeterville, Chicago

In the heart of downtown Chicago

Skin Laser & MedSpa is located in Streeterville at 220 E Illinois St, Suite 703, a short walk from Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier and a few minutes from the Grand Red Line stop. Street and garage parking are close by, and the building is steps from the 124, 125, and 157 bus lines.

Clients come to us from River North, the Gold Coast, the Loop, Lincoln Park, and across Chicagoland. Because smaller areas like underarms or lip take only minutes with the Elite IQ, plenty of regulars fit their sessions into a lunch break and head straight back to work.

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220 E Illinois St, Suite 703
Chicago, IL 60611

(312) 539-5818
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Why Skin Laser & MedSpa

What makes us the right choice for laser hair removal in Chicago

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One Provider, Every Visit

We're a boutique, owner-operated med spa. Your treatments are performed by Kimberly Mack, Certified Medical Laser Technician, not a rotating cast of techs reading your chart for the first time.

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Gold-Standard Technology

The Cynosure Elite IQ combines 755nm Alexandrite and 1064nm Nd:YAG wavelengths with the FDA-cleared Skintel melanin reader, so settings are customized to your skin, safely, on every tone.

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All Skin Types & Tones

Dual wavelengths mean we treat the full Fitzpatrick scale, including darker skin tones and the coarser hair that comes with hormonal conditions like PCOS.

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Straight Answers on Price

A free consultation gets you a real quote for your areas and hair type, plus an honest session estimate. No pressure, no surprise packages.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Laser Hair Removal

Is laser hair removal safe for all skin types?

Yes. The Cynosure Elite IQ uses dual wavelengths (755nm Alexandrite and 1064nm Nd:YAG) that safely and effectively treat all skin types on the Fitzpatrick scale, including darker skin tones. The FDA-cleared Skintel Melanin Reader measures your skin's unique melanin levels to customize each treatment.

How many sessions are needed for laser hair removal?

We recommend a minimum of 6 sessions for optimal, long-lasting results. After just 1 to 3 sessions, most patients visibly notice silkier, smoother results. Hair grows back finer, lighter, and slower with each treatment. Sessions are spaced 4 to 8 weeks apart depending on the treatment area.

What areas can be treated with laser hair removal?

We treat all major body areas including face, chest, back, underarms, legs, bikini, arms, buttocks, shoulders, abdomen, neck and hairline, and head.

Does laser hair removal hurt?

The Cynosure Elite IQ features Zimmer cooling technology for comfort during treatment. Most patients find the sessions very tolerable. Treatment times are the fastest in its class, with smaller areas like underarms taking just minutes.

Can laser hair removal help with PCOS-related hair growth?

Yes. For many women, excess hair growth is connected to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a common hormonal condition that can cause thicker, darker hair. The Cynosure Elite IQ is specifically designed to treat all hair types, including the coarser hair associated with hormonal conditions.

How do I choose the best laser hair removal clinic in Chicago?

Look for three things: the device (a dual-wavelength medical-grade laser like the Cynosure Elite IQ, not an IPL machine), objective skin calibration (the FDA-cleared Skintel melanin reader), and who actually holds the laser (a certified medical laser technician who treats you at every visit). A clinic confident in all three will offer a free consultation and quote you a real price for your areas before you commit.

How much does laser hair removal cost in Chicago?

At Skin Laser & MedSpa, pricing is set by area size rather than a quote you have to chase: small, medium, and large areas each have a published single-session price, and six-session packages lower the per-session cost. Current prices are listed in the pricing table on this page, pulled live from our booking system, and a free consultation confirms exactly what your plan will cost.

Where in Chicago is Skin Laser & MedSpa located?

We're in Streeterville at 220 E Illinois St, Suite 703, Chicago, IL 60611, a short walk from Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier and a few minutes from the Grand Red Line stop. Clients visit us from River North, the Gold Coast, the Loop, Lincoln Park, and across Chicagoland.

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Location

Optima Signature Building

220 E Illinois St, Suite 703

Chicago, IL 60611

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Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am - 3:00 pm
SundayClosed