Hair removal: comparison between laser, waxing and shaving

This article has been reviewed and approved by certified skin therapist Magdalena on August 23, 2025

We understand that you want to feel fresh, smooth and comfortable in your own skin, whatever the season. However, when it comes to hair removal, it can be difficult to know what actually works best. Shaving is quick, waxing feels effective and lasers may sound too advanced. So how should you think? Here we compare the most common methods and explain why more and more people are choosing laser hair removal, especially here at Estetikcentrum in Malmö.

Shaving - a quick but temporary solution

Let's start with the simplest. Shaving is what many of us grew up with and what most of us use to get rid of hair. It's quick, requires little preparation and you can do it at home in the shower. However, we also know that shaving often means you have to do it several times a week. Hair grows back almost immediately, and you can also get red spots, irritated skin and ingrown hairs. It's easy, but it doesn't really last.

Waxing - long lasting, but painful

Waxing removes the hairs from the root, leaving the skin smooth for several weeks. It's a method that many people find refreshing, especially for holidays or special occasions. However, it is important to remember that the method is quite painful. Yes, it stings and for some it even really hurts. In addition, the hair needs to grow out a bit between treatments, which is not always fun.

Laser - long-term, convenient and effective

Last, but far from least, we have lasers. At Estetikcentrum , we use diode laser, which is a method that gives you permanent hair removal in a gentle and safe way. This means that you don't have to think about shaving, waxing and regrowth for good. Never again. After just a few treatments, you'll notice your hair thinning, thinning and eventually disappearing completely.

What makes diode lasers so popular is that they treat larger areas of skin quickly and get it right every time. The laser focuses on killing the hair follicle with heat, but without damaging the surrounding skin. You'll feel just a touch of heat or a light sting, but most people describe it as painless.

And yes, let's be honest. It usually takes between 4-7 treatments before all the hair is gone, but once you're done, you're done and everyday life becomes so much easier!

Test the diode laser at Estetikcentrum

If you want a quick fix for a night out, shaving works. If you're going on vacation for two weeks, waxing may seem like a good choice, but if you're tired of spending time, money and energy on temporary solutions, laser is the way to go.

At Estetikcentrum , we work with some of the country's best skin therapists and one of the most advanced laser machines on the market (Spirit-918). This way we can ensure that you are completely safe throughout the treatment. If you want to avoid razors and sticky wax, we recommend that you contact us. We're here to answer your questions, help you book a consultation , or just to tell you more about how diode lasers work!