Medical-grade dual-wavelength laser • Suitable for darker skin tones • 25+ years of laser experience
25+ years of hands-on laser experience
Mo Ashraf has particular experience treating darker skin tones. Our dual-wavelength system offers 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG technology, selected following your individual assessment.
Complimentary consultation and patch test
Discuss your skin, hair and treatment area before deciding whether to proceed.
Treatments from £40
Explore treatment areas, prices and suitability further down this page. Results vary and a course of treatments is usually recommended.
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Laser hair removal targets pigment in the hair to help reduce unwanted growth over a course of treatments. It can reduce reliance on shaving or waxing, although results vary according to hair colour, thickness, treatment area and hormonal factors.
At NewLife Aesthetics in Raynes Park, near Wimbledon, every new client receives a consultation, medical-history assessment and patch test before treatment. Your practitioner will explain the proposed course, likely response and aftercare.
Before-and-after photographs show individual examples rather than a guaranteed result. Some regrowth may occur, and maintenance sessions may be appropriate.
Laser hair removal can be performed successfully on darker skin tones, but it requires particular care and appropriate technology. Darker skin contains more melanin, which means the surrounding skin can also absorb laser energy. Wavelength, energy, pulse duration and cooling therefore need to be carefully selected to reduce the risk of unwanted heat or pigmentation changes.
At NewLife Aesthetics, Mo Ashraf has 25+ years of hands-on laser treatment experience and particular expertise in treating darker and more highly pigmented skin tones. From this experience, Mo places particular importance on consultation, skin-tone assessment, appropriate wavelength selection and a patch test before treatment. Our medical-grade dual-wavelength system uses both 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG technology. The 1064 nm Nd:YAG wavelength is particularly valuable for darker skin because it penetrates more deeply and is less strongly absorbed by melanin at the surface of the skin than shorter wavelengths.
Every client is assessed individually and receives a patch test before treatment. Settings are selected according to skin tone, hair colour and thickness, treatment area and individual response rather than applying one standard setting to everyone.
Darker skin requires careful laser selection and treatment planning because pigment in the surrounding skin can also absorb energy. Settings should be chosen individually to help manage the risk of burns and changes in skin colour.
At NewLife Aesthetics, Mo Ashraf brings over 25 years of laser treatment experience, including particular experience treating darker and highly pigmented skin tones. The clinic’s dual-wavelength platform offers 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG technology, allowing the approach to be selected according to your skin and hair assessment. newlifeaesthetics.co.uk
Your consultation considers skin tone, recent tanning, hair characteristics, medicines and previous reactions. A patch test helps assess your response before proceeding, but it cannot eliminate every risk.
Read more about our practitioners and treatment standards.
Choose the treatment area you would like to discuss and compare individual sessions with course options below. Your consultation will confirm suitability, the recommended schedule and the total cost before you book.
The number of sessions required varies. A six-session package should not be taken as a guarantee that no further treatment will be needed.
Contact our team if you are unsure which area or package applies.
Single treatments available. Save 50% with a course of 6 treatments.
Laser hair removal is most effective on pigmented hair. Suitability depends on hair colour, skin tone, medical history, medications and the area being treated. A consultation and patch test are used to determine whether treatment is appropriate.
From reducing everyday shaving to planning a personalised course, explore what laser hair removal could mean for you at NewLife Aesthetics in Raynes Park, near Wimbledon.
| Your priority | How laser may help | What to discuss |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Less frequent shaving | A course can reduce unwanted hair growth and the need for repeated shaving or waxing. Any regrowth may become finer or less dense. | Explain your current routine and goals. Ask what reduction is realistic for the chosen area and whether maintenance may be needed. |
| 2. Skin-tone expertise | NewLife Aesthetics offers dual-wavelength 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG technology, with particular experience treating darker skin tones. | Ask how wavelength and settings will be selected for your skin and hair. Read about our practitioners and treatment standards. |
| 3. Your hair suitability | The laser targets pigment in hair. White, grey and very light blonde hair generally respond poorly; red hair can also be difficult to treat. | Have your hair colour, thickness and treatment area assessed before committing to a course. Ask about alternatives if laser is unlikely to help. |
| 4. A personalised course | Hair grows in cycles, so repeat appointments are usually needed. Different areas and hormonal factors can affect the response. | Confirm the recommended schedule, how progress will be reviewed and whether a package covers your likely initial treatment needs. |
| 5. Consultation & patch test | New clients receive a consultation, medical-history assessment and patch test before treatment at NewLife Aesthetics. | Mention medicines, recent tanning and previous reactions. A patch test helps assess your response but does not eliminate all treatment risks. |
| 6. Recovery & aftercare | Temporary redness, swelling or sensitivity may occur. Aftercare and sun-protection advice help you plan around your treatment. | Ask about discomfort, burns and pigmentation changes, when to resume activities and how to contact the clinic if you need support. |
| 7. Clear costs & planning | Individual sessions and course options allow you to compare costs for your chosen treatment area before deciding. | Review our treatment price information. Confirm area boundaries, inclusions and any future maintenance charges. |
A course can reduce unwanted hair growth and the need for repeated shaving or waxing. Any regrowth may become finer or less dense.
Explain your current routine and goals. Ask what reduction is realistic for the chosen area and whether maintenance may be needed.
NewLife Aesthetics offers dual-wavelength 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG technology, with particular experience treating darker skin tones.
Ask how wavelength and settings will be selected for your skin and hair. Read about our practitioners and treatment standards.
The laser targets pigment in hair. White, grey and very light blonde hair generally respond poorly; red hair can also be difficult to treat.
Have your hair colour, thickness and treatment area assessed before committing to a course. Ask about alternatives if laser is unlikely to help.
Hair grows in cycles, so repeat appointments are usually needed. Different areas and hormonal factors can affect the response.
Confirm the recommended schedule, how progress will be reviewed and whether a package covers your likely initial treatment needs.
New clients receive a consultation, medical-history assessment and patch test before treatment at NewLife Aesthetics.
Mention medicines, recent tanning and previous reactions. A patch test helps assess your response but does not eliminate all treatment risks.
Temporary redness, swelling or sensitivity may occur. Aftercare and sun-protection advice help you plan around your treatment.
Ask about discomfort, burns and pigmentation changes, when to resume activities and how to contact the clinic if you need support.
Individual sessions and course options allow you to compare costs for your chosen treatment area before deciding.
Review our treatment price information. Confirm area boundaries, inclusions and any future maintenance charges.
Laser hair removal aims for long-term hair reduction. Suitability, results and maintenance needs vary; complete permanent removal cannot be guaranteed.
Visit NewLife Aesthetics in Raynes Park, near Wimbledon, to discuss your treatment area and receive personalised advice about suitability, appointments and costs.
Real experiences from real clients who trust us with their aesthetic journey.
Find answers to common questions about laser hair removal, darker skin tones, preparation, prices and aftercare at NewLife Aesthetics in Raynes Park, near Wimbledon.
Laser energy is absorbed by pigment in the hair and converted into heat, damaging the follicle to reduce future growth. Treatment works best on hairs in their active growth phase, which is why several sessions are needed.
Expect long-term hair reduction rather than a guarantee that every hair will disappear permanently. Some regrowth and maintenance treatments may be needed.
You will usually need a course of treatments. The number and spacing depend on the area, hair growth, skin tone and response. Your practitioner will recommend a schedule and review progress; a course of six does not guarantee complete clearance.
Yes, darker skin can be treated, with careful assessment and appropriate settings. NewLife Aesthetics uses 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG technology, selecting the approach according to your skin and hair.
Consultation and patch testing are particularly important. Learn more about our clinical standards and treatment approach .
Dark, pigmented hair generally responds best. White, grey, very light blonde and red hair usually respond poorly or not at all because they lack sufficient suitable pigment. Your practitioner will assess your hair before recommending whether treatment is worthwhile.
Our listed options include the upper lip, chin, underarms, arms, legs, bikini and Hollywood areas, back and chest. We also offer men's treatment options, including beard shaping and shoulders.
Each area is assessed individually. View our treatment prices or ask about the areas you would like treated.
Yes. All new laser hair removal clients at NewLife Aesthetics receive a consultation and patch test. We assess your skin, hair, medical history and medicines before recommending treatment.
The clinic will explain how long to wait after your patch test. Tell us about changes in medication, health or tanning before subsequent appointments.
Pulses can feel like brief heat or an elastic-band snap. Sensitivity varies. Temporary redness and swelling are common; burns, blistering, pigment changes and scarring are possible. Your practitioner will explain your individual risks before treatment.
Shaving is generally the preferred way to manage hair during your course. Avoid waxing, plucking, threading or epilating the treatment area because these remove the hair the laser needs to target.
Ask the clinic when to shave before your appointment and when your skin is ready to shave again afterwards.
A recent tan can increase the risk of burns and pigmentation changes. Avoid sunbeds and tanning the treatment area, and tell the clinic about sun exposure, fake tan and upcoming holidays.
Your practitioner will advise when treatment can proceed and how to protect exposed skin between appointments.
Follow your clinic's aftercare instructions. Keep the area gentle and avoid overheating, hot baths, saunas and strenuous exercise for the advised period. Protect treated skin from the sun and avoid picking or scrubbing it.
Contact the clinic promptly if you develop blistering, worsening pain or other concerning changes.
Laser may help reduce suitable dark, coarse hair associated with PCOS, but it does not treat the underlying hormonal condition. Continued growth can mean additional sessions or maintenance are needed.
Discuss your diagnosis and treatment with your practitioner. New or rapidly increasing facial hair should also be discussed with your GP.
Prices depend on the treatment area and whether you book individual sessions or a course. Check our current treatment prices and ask us to confirm what your proposed plan includes.
Your consultation is an opportunity to discuss the likely number of sessions and potential maintenance costs before booking.
NewLife Aesthetics is at 42 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park, London SW20 0LA, near Wimbledon. Use our Contact page to arrange a laser hair removal consultation and patch test.
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Book a consultation and patch test at NewLife Aesthetics in Raynes Park, near Wimbledon. Discuss your skin, hair and treatment goals with our team.
