Full-Body Laser Hair Removal: What Is Included, Sessions and Timing — Istanbul
Full-body laser hair removal treats several large areas in one appointment and one plan — for example legs, arms, underarms and bikini, or back, chest and shoulders. Sessions take about 1.5–2 hours, and a course is typically 6–8 sessions, 6–8 weeks apart. The aim is permanent hair reduction: fewer regrowing hairs in the long term, with finer, lighter hairs where some remain. Read on for what full body includes, how the areas are planned and how to prepare for sessions at our clinic in Nişantaşı.
Last updated: October 2026
At a Glance
Session time
About 1.5–2 hours
Course
Typically 6–8 sessions
Interval
6–8 weeks (legs up to 8–10)
Result
Permanent hair reduction
Consultation
Free, with a written plan
Full body: one plan instead of many
Full-body laser uses the same lasers and principles as single areas. The difference is organisation: one appointment rhythm and one written plan listing every area.
Laser only affects hairs in the active growth phase (anagen), so each area still needs several sessions. Treating everything together saves appointments, not sessions.
What does full-body laser hair removal include?
Definitions vary between clinics, so always check the area list in your written plan:
- Women: full legs, full arms, underarms and bikini (line or full Brazilian).
- Men: back, shoulders, chest and neck; arms, legs or abdomen on request.
- Planned separately: the face, which has its own intervals and needs more sessions.
- Left out: white, grey, red or very light blonde hair, on which laser has little or no effect; tattoos are worked around.
How long does a full-body laser session take?
Plan for about 1.5–2 hours, depending on your height, hair density and the areas included. For comparison, full legs alone take about 45–60 minutes, a bikini 15–20 and both underarms about 10 minutes.
A long session can also be split into two appointments close together; on your first visit, add time for the free consultation.
Full-body laser sessions and intervals
- Session 1All planned areas are treated; redness and small bumps last a few hours up to a day.
- 1–3 weeks laterTreated hairs shed, which can look like regrowth.
- Every 6–8 weeksThe next session treats hairs now in the growth phase; legs can wait up to 8–10 weeks.
- Sessions 6–8A body course is typically complete; remaining hairs are finer and lighter.
- AfterwardsOccasional maintenance, for example once or twice a year, is common.
Planning several areas together
Legs can be treated at longer intervals and hormonally driven areas may need extra sessions, so a good plan groups the areas that share an interval. The face follows its own rhythm of 4–6 weeks.
Living abroad? Only one session per visit is possible, so full body suits people who live in or regularly visit Istanbul. You can also start here and continue at home — see our medical spa trip guide.
Full-body laser for women and men
Women usually combine legs, arms, underarms and bikini; our bikini laser page explains the line versus a full Brazilian. With PCOS or other hormonal causes, more sessions and maintenance may be needed.
Men usually focus on the back, chest, shoulders and neck, with optional beard-line shaping; less shaving can mean fewer razor bumps. More on our laser for men page.
Preparation and aftercare in brief
Full details are in our laser before and after care guide.
- 2–4 weeks before: no sun tanning or self-tan.
- About 4 weeks before: no waxing, plucking, epilating or threading; shaving is fine.
- 12–24 hours before: shave every area; no bleaching.
- Tell us about: photosensitising medicines, recent isotretinoin, pregnancy or tattoos.
- 24–48 hours after: no hot showers, sauna or intense sport.
- About 2 weeks after: SPF 50 on sun-exposed treated skin; shave only between sessions.
Side effects and when to postpone
Redness and swelling are common and short-lived. Rare: blistering, burns and temporary pigment changes. Very rare: paradoxical hair growth, more on the face and neck in darker skin. If a blister appears, contact us straight away.
We postpone treatment in these situations; a keloid tendency or light-triggered epilepsy needs extra caution:
- Pregnancy
- Sunburn or a recent tan
- Active skin infection or rash in the area
- Photosensitising medication or recent isotretinoin
Full-body laser hair removal prices in Turkey (2026)
Laser is priced by area and number of sessions, so a full-body quote is built from the zones in your plan. The table shows average 2026 ranges in Turkey; our exact price is given in writing after assessment. See all treatments on our prices page.
| Treatment | Unit | Average price | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser hair removal — upper lip | per session | 1,000 TRY≈ €18 | 500–1,500 TRY≈ €9–€25 |
| Laser hair removal — full face | per session | 1,500 TRY≈ €25 | 1,000–2,500 TRY≈ €18–€45 |
| Laser hair removal — underarms | per session | 1,500 TRY≈ €25 | 1,000–2,500 TRY≈ €18–€45 |
| Laser hair removal — bikini / Brazilian | per session | 2,000 TRY≈ €35 | 1,000–3,000 TRY≈ €18–€55 |
| Laser hair removal — half legs | per session | 2,500 TRY≈ €45 | 1,500–3,500 TRY≈ €25–€65 |
| Laser hair removal — full legs | per session | 4,000 TRY≈ €70 | 3,000–6,000 TRY≈ €55–€105 |
| Laser hair removal — full arms | per session | 2,500 TRY≈ €45 | 1,500–3,000 TRY≈ €25–€55 |
| Laser hair removal — back (men) | per session | 2,500 TRY≈ €45 | 1,500–4,000 TRY≈ €25–€70 |
| Laser hair removal — full body | single session | 10,000 TRY≈ €180 | 7,000–15,000 TRY≈ €125–€270 |
| Laser hair removal — full body package | 6 sessions | 30,000 TRY≈ €535 | 18,000–52,500 TRY≈ €320–€940 |
Average Istanbul prices compiled in October 2026, for orientation only. Your personal price depends on the product, the amount and the plan agreed at your consultation. Euro amounts are approximate, converted at 55.86 TRY = 1 EUR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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This page is general information, not a substitute for a medical consultation. Suitability, laser choice, number of sessions and results vary and are confirmed after an individual assessment.
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