Laser & Light Treatments

Laser Hair Removal

Enjoy long-lasting smoothness with precise, comfortable hair reduction tailored to your skin.

What Is Laser Hair Removal

Laser Hair Removal is a targeted treatment that reduces unwanted facial and body hair by delivering light energy into the hair follicle. Over a series of sessions, this energy gently disables active follicles, resulting in smoother skin and significantly reduced regrowth.

How Laser Hair Removal Works

The laser’s energy is absorbed by the pigment within each hair shaft, converting to heat and disrupting the follicle’s ability to regrow. Because treatment is guided by hair growth cycles, a series of sessions ensures more complete and lasting reduction. At SanctuaireMD, technology is selected for both safety and efficacy, allowing treatment across a variety of skin types with comfort and precision.

Refinement You Can Feel

Discover results that feel as good as they look:

  • Long-lasting reduction of unwanted hair
  • More comfortable sessions with advanced laser technology
  • Precise targeting that protects surrounding skin
  • A personalized plan based on your skin and hair type
  • Results that improve over a series of treatments

What to Expect

From your first visit to your refined results, every step is designed for comfort, precision, and natural beauty.

Consultation

Your Laser Hair Removal experience begins with a personalized consultation to discuss your goals and create a tailored treatment plan designed to achieve natural, balanced refinement.

During Treatment

Your session typically lasts 15–45 minutes. Using precise, advanced techniques, your provider delivers treatment to targeted areas such as:
The laser handpiece glides across the skin, delivering short pulses of light to each follicle..

After Treatment

You can return to normal activities right away. Mild redness, tenderness, or sensitivity may appear briefly as your skin or muscles respond.

Results & Longevity

Refinement often begins within immediately and continues to improve.
Most clients enjoy results for several months before a gentle touch-up is recommended.
Meet Your Providers

Advanced Care, Thoughtfully Delivered

Your experience begins with an individualized approach guided by clinical expertise and artistry. Our providers use advanced techniques and a deep understanding of anatomy to ensure results that are both natural and predictable—never overdone, always you.

At SanctuaireMD, every dose, pass, or pulse reflects our commitment to safety, precision, and your unique aesthetic goals.

Beyond Laser Hair Removal

Refine your results or discover new possibilities for radiant confidence.

Peptide Therapy

Support your body’s natural growth hormone production for better sleep, recovery, energy, and healthy aging.

Renu Light Bed™

Restore, repair, and recharge—at the cellular level.

DiamondGlow®

Exfoliate, extract, and infuse the skin with targeted serums for immediate radiance and long-term skin health.

FAQs

Who is a good candidate for Laser Hair Removal?

Most individuals with unwanted hair can benefit from treatment. During your consultation, your provider will assess your skin tone, hair type, and goals to ensure an optimal plan.

At SanctuaireMD, advanced technologies allow us to treat a variety of skin types safely and effectively. Your consultation will determine the best approach for your skin.

Because hair grows in cycles, multiple sessions—typically 6 to 8—are recommended for long-lasting results.

Most clients describe the sensation as mild and easily tolerated. Advanced cooling features support comfort throughout the session.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Schedule a consultation to discover how Laser Hair Removal can help you look refreshed, confident, and entirely yourself—inside and out.
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Ann Crahan APRN, FNP-BC, NP-c

Owner & CEO / Expert Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner

Ann has been in the healthcare field for the last 25 years. With a prior bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Registered Nursing, she has worked in clinical information technology before obtaining her Master’s degree in Nursing Leadership and Management at Western Governors University. She is also an experienced Nurse Practitioner who has gained experience in both the hospital and outpatient settings. She has worked in various departments including Dermatology, Pediatrics, Neonatal Intensive Care, Surgery, Endocrinology, and Informatics.

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Nick Makhoul, M.D

Medical Director

Dr Nick Makhoul is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician in private practice since 1995. He earned his MD degree from Loyola University Chicago and his undergraduate BS from the University of California, Davis. As a Bay Area native, he has made the East Bay his home since 1995. He is married with three teenage children and has a passion for sports, the outdoors, and family nights out. Dr Nick is a strong advocate for healthcare prevention and the wellness of mind, body, and soul.

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Hannah Chan, MPAS, PA-C

Aesthetic Physician Assistant

For over a decade, Hannah has been immersed in the beauty industry, a journey sparked by her own teenage struggle with acne and the confidence she found through self care. Hannah’s glowing skin often stops people in their tracks where literally strangers in the streets ask her about her skincare routine. This authentic radiance is her passion: helping patients achieve natural, elevated aesthetics that reflect their inner strength. Beyond her practice, she is equally passionate about fashion and fitness because she believes that wellness is when you can look good but feel even better.

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Alyssa Hanson

Clinical Esthetician / Patient Care Coordinator

Alyssa is a licensed esthetician with over five years of experience in the aesthetics industry. Combining her passion for skincare, customer service, and team leadership, she has contributed both in the treatment room and behind the scenes to ensure smooth client experiences at Sanctuaire MD. Alyssa thrives on helping others feel confident and cared for, whether through treatments or creating seamless operations. Outside of work, she nurtures her artistic side through painting and sketching, channeling her creativity into everything she does.

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Aimee Biezad, EST

Lead Front Desk and Sales Associate

Aimée has over 20 years of experience in the skincare, aesthetic, and healthcare industries. As a Licensed Esthetician and medical front office professional, she has worked in medical and cosmetic dermatology, specializing in patient care, skincare education, and practice operations. She is passionate about helping patients achieve their skincare goals while providing exceptional service and support throughout their aesthetic journey.

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Special Offers can only be booked directly and are not available online. Fill out the form below and our team will contact you, or give us a call at our Lafayette or Moraga locations.