If you’ve been thinking about laser hair removal but haven’t quite taken the leap, winter is the perfect moment to start. While many people wait until spring or early summer to sort out unwanted hair, the secret to achieving smooth, confident, beach-ready skin in time for warm weather is starting early – ideally between October and March.
Here’s why winter is the most effective, comfortable and results-driven season for beginning your laser journey.
1. Less Sun Exposure = Safer, More Effective Treatments
Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment (melanin) in the hair follicle. But melanin also increases when the skin tans — whether from sunshine, sunbeds or even fake tan.
In summer, this can be a problem.
Tanned skin makes laser treatments:
- Less effective
- Riskier
- Harder to perform at optimal settings
- More likely to require reduced power (slower results)
Winter, however, provides the ideal conditions:
- Natural skin tone is at its lightest
- Fewer holidays and reduced UV exposure
- Far less risk of tanning or burning
- Laser settings can be safely optimised for quicker results
The safer the skin, the stronger the settings — and ultimately, the better the outcomes.
2. You’ll Be Smooth and Ready by Summer
Most people need 6–8 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
That means:
- Start in November, finish by April
- Start in January, finish by June
Leave it until May, and you’ll still be in the early stages by July or August — not ideal if you want real confidence for:
- holidays
- beach days
- weddings
- festivals
- summer dresses and shorts
Starting in winter means your final sessions coincide beautifully with the run-up to sunshine season.
3. You Can Avoid Waxing and Shaving Irritation
Winter skin is already prone to:
- Dryness
- Sensitivity
- Ingrown hairs
- Razor burn
- Post-shaving itch
Laser hair removal significantly reduces the need for constant shaving, which helps winter skin stay softer and calmer.
And unlike waxing, laser requires you not to remove the hair at the root, so you avoid:
- Regrowth itch
- “Chicken skin” bumps
- Follicle inflammation
It’s a calmer time to begin – and your skin feels the benefit quickly.
4. Sweater Weather Makes the Regrowth Phase Easy
Before your first few treatments, you need to allow the hair to grow so it can be shaved right before the session. In summer, that can feel a little inconvenient.
In winter?
Jumpers, leggings, long sleeves and cosy layers mean nobody even knows.
You can go through the early growth and shedding stages without worrying about bare-skin outfits.
5. Reduced Sun Holiday Travel Means Better Treatment Consistency
One of the biggest disruptors to laser treatment plans is last-minute sun exposure:
- Holidays
- Spa days
- Weekends away
- Outdoor events
- Sunbed use
Winter tends to have fewer of these interruptions, meaning:
- Fewer cancellations
- Fewer session delays
- Fewer treatment reductions
- Faster completion
- Better results
A consistent treatment cycle = optimal hair reduction.
6. The Skin Heals Faster in Cooler Weather
After laser hair removal, your skin needs protection – especially from UV light.
Winter makes aftercare so much easier:
- Cooler temperatures
- Less sweating
- Less friction from outdoor activity
- Fewer days spent in direct sun
- Easier to avoid overheating, saunas and sunbeds
This creates a gentler environment for your skin to recover calmly between sessions.
7. Perfect Time for Hormonal Areas (Face, Chin, Neck)
Facial and hormonal areas can be stubborn and often need the full 8–10 sessions.
Winter gives your practitioner the space to:
- Assess hormonal patterns
- Monitor regrowth
- Optimise energy settings
- Ensure long-term stability
It’s the best window for effective treatment planning — especially for clients with:
- PCOS
- Hormonal imbalances
- Menopausal hair changes
- Stress-related hair growth
8. You’ll Save Money in the Long Run
Starting in winter isn’t only more effective — it’s more cost-efficient.
Why? Because:
- Settings can be stronger
- Sessions are more effective
- Fewer delays = fewer additional sessions
- Better long-term reduction
Clients who start in winter usually complete their course faster and enjoy longer-lasting smoothness through the whole summer.
9. You Can Plan Packages Ahead
Winter is also when many clinics, including LMS Clinic, run:
- Seasonal packages
- Bundle discounts
- Gift voucher offers
- Multi-area promotions
It’s the best time to begin a full body laser hair removal journey or treat yourself to a Christmas/self-care plan.
10. Winter Treatments Fit Easily Into Routine
Winter gives people routine. Summer brings chaos.
During winter:
- We’re home more
- Evenings are quieter
- Fewer events occur
- Schedules are predictable
This makes regular 4–6 week appointments much easier to maintain.
Laser works best with consistency – and winter is the most predictable season of all.
So… Should You Start Laser Hair Removal in Winter?
Yes. Absolutely!
If you want:
- Your best ever results
- A smooth, confident summer
- Safer and more effective treatments
- Fewer interruptions
- Better value
- Easier healing
- Quicker completion
…there is no better time than right now.
Starting in winter gives you a head start – and by spring, you’ll already be enjoying drastically reduced hair growth and smoother skin.
Ready to Start Your Winter Laser Journey?
Our friendly, qualified practitioners will assess your skin, explain your treatment plan, and help you get the best possible results for summer 2025 — starting today.
