Even Werewolves Deserve Smooth Skin: Laser Hair Removal This Halloween

The full moon is rising, Halloween is near, and one furry creature has had enough: the werewolf. After centuries of battling endless regrowth and shaggy transformations, he’s finally discovered the modern magic of laser hair removal. And no, you don’t need a silver bullet—just the right laser in the right hands.

If you, like our werewolf friend, are considering shedding some unwanted hair, here are a few things to know before you book your treatment.

1) Who’s casting the “laser hair removal spell”?

Not all providers are created equal. In Ohio, laws have shifted over the years—now, anyone from a board-certified physician to a cosmetic therapist with 50 hours of training could be zapping away your hair. That means you might be trusting your skin to someone with deep medical knowledge… or someone whose only credential is “worked here a while.”

When it comes to something as powerful as a hair removal laser, wouldn’t you want the wizard with the most training?

2) Does it matter if your provider isn’t a physician?

Absolutely. Lasers don’t just tickle the follicles away—they’re ablative devices, meaning they destroy what they target. If the wrong settings are used, you could face pigmentation changes, ineffective treatments, or even scarring. And if something goes wrong, who do you want treating you—a dermatologist… or the werewolf’s barber?

3) What’s the wavelength?

This may sound like a Frankenstein-level science question, but wavelength matters. Lasers work by targeting melanin pigment in the hair follicle with light energy that won’t damage surrounding skin. The wavelength determines how deep the laser goes and which skin tones can be safely treated.

If your provider can’t answer this, it’s a red flag bigger than a vampire’s cape.

4) Which laser is being used?

Common options include:

• Alexandrite laser (755 nm)

• Diode laser (800 nm)

• Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm)

Then there are impostors like IPL and BBL—light-based devices that can work, but usually require many more treatments. Think of them as the trick rather than the treat.

5) Will laser hair removal hurt?

Old-school lasers felt like being snapped by a flaming rubber band—enough to make even a werewolf howl. But with modern technology, especially advanced cooling systems, treatments are now far more comfortable. You can finally skip the silver bullet-level pain.

6) How long does it take?

Technology has sped things up dramatically. If your provider is using a slow device, it’s probably outdated—kind of like relying on a wooden stake in the age of modern dermatology.

7) How many treatments will you need?

On average, 4–6 treatments deliver 90%+ hair reduction, though the exact number depends on your skin, hair color, and thickness. For werewolves, expect… well, maybe a few extra sessions.

Why Northeast Dermatology’s Motus AX Is the Silver Lining (Not the Silver Bullet) for Laser Hair Removal

At Northeast Dermatology, we use the Motus AX laser, an Alexandrite device with a 755 nm wavelength—the gold standard in hair removal. It’s fast (an entire back in under 20 minutes), safe for all skin tones, and nearly painless.

Unlike some spooky alternatives, your treatment will always be performed by a licensed medical provider. That means no tricks—just smooth results.

So whether you’re a werewolf tired of your monthly transformation, a witch who’s done with broom-bristle legs, or just someone who wants beach-ready skin year-round, we’ve got you covered.

This Halloween, don’t fear the full moon. Fearlessly book your laser hair removal consultation instead.