Laser hair removal in Daegu: anagen, catagen and telogen hair-growth phases
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Summary We explain why laser hair removal is evaluated multiple times based on the hair growth cycle and what regrowth means.
Key information
Hair follicles do not all grow in the same phase. They cycle through anagen, catagen and telogen; laser treatment targets pigment, so one session does not produce the same response in every hair and follow-up depends on the area and progress.
Before your consultation
- Anagen, catagen and telogen
- The pigment targeted by the laser
- Repeat treatment and reassessment
General information, not a personal diagnosis or treatment plan. Suitability, risks and recovery require an individual consultation.
Anagen, catagen and telogen
The anagen phase is a phase in which hair actively grows, the catagen phase is a transition phase in which hair growth decreases, and the telogen phase is a resting phase. Just because hair is visible on the skin does not mean that they are all at the same stage. Even in one treatment area, hair follicles in various states coexist, making it difficult to confirm the results with a single treatment.
Sources and evidence: American dermatology clinic society: Laser hair removal FAQ · American Dermatology Clinic Society: Preparation for laser hair removal
The pigment targeted by the laser
Laser hair removal uses pigment as a target, so hair color and thickness must be assessed along with skin tone. White or lightly pigmented hair should not be expected to respond like dark, coarse hair. A device name alone does not establish equal results for every hair type.
Sources and evidence: American dermatology clinic society: Laser hair removal FAQ
Repeat treatment and reassessment
The reason for receiving multiple treatments is not simply because the first treatment was weak. The plan is adjusted based on the hair growth status and characteristics of the remaining hair. The schedule must take into account the treatment area, actual reaction, and skin recovery, and simply filling up the number of treatments quickly is not always efficient.
Sources and evidence: American dermatology clinic society: Laser hair removal FAQ
Interpreting visible regrowth
Even if hair appears again after the procedure, it does not mean that it has all returned to its previous state. Density, thickness, growth distribution and shaving interval are also recorded. Conversely, if the hair has grown noticeably thicker or wider, it should not be viewed as a simple growth cycle and should be evaluated for other causes and adverse reactions.
Hair-growth cycles and preparation
In preparation, a distinction is made between plucking the hair and shaving the surface. Inform the clinic in advance of any history of waxing or use of tweezers, and check clinic guidelines for timing of shaving of the treatment area. If your skin is irritated or has wounds, it is recommended that you do not shave excessively and repeatedly according to the appointment date.
Sources and evidence: American Dermatology Clinic Society: Preparation for laser hair removal
Keeping hair-removal records in Daegu
When continuing hair removal at Daegu Dongseong-ro, please record the date, treatment area, shaving interval and photos of remaining hair. It is a good idea to distinguish your reaction from the session conditions in the official Apogee Plus menu and check the plan to evaluate skin recovery and actual regrowth according to the Daegu city outpatient schedule.
Sources and evidence: Doctor Designer Daegu procedure list
FAQ
How is the hair growth cycle divided?
The anagen phase is a phase in which hair actively grows, the catagen phase is a transition phase in which hair growth decreases, and the telogen phase is a resting phase. Just because hair is visible on the skin does not mean that they are all at the same stage. Even in one treatment area, hair follicles in various states coexist, making it difficult to confirm the results with a single treatment.
Why undergo laser hair removal multiple times?
The reason for receiving multiple treatments is not simply because the first treatment was weak. The plan is adjusted based on the hair growth status and characteristics of the remaining hair. The schedule must take into account the treatment area, actual reaction, and skin recovery, and simply filling up the number of treatments quickly is not always efficient.
Can I pull out the hair before hair removal?
In preparation, a distinction is made between plucking the hair and shaving the surface. Inform the clinic in advance of any history of waxing or use of tweezers, and check clinic guidelines for timing of shaving of the treatment area. If your skin is irritated or has wounds, it is recommended that you do not shave excessively and repeatedly according to the appointment date.
Sources and evidence
Sources checked: 2026-10-01
- American dermatology clinic society: Laser hair removal FAQ
General guidance on differences and recovery according to hair, skin, and treatment area. This is not exclusive clinical results of Apogee Plus.
- American Dermatology Clinic Society: Preparation for laser hair removal
This is pre-consultation information such as tanning, medication, and existing medical history.
- Doctor Designer Daegu procedure list
Checked treatment list on September 10, 2026. Availability, products, and applied treatment areas should be re-confirmed when booking, and the treatment list itself is not clinical evidence proving effectiveness.
Translated from our Korean educational content using machine-assisted translation and terminology checks. This is not a claim of independent medical review. Study limitations and source links are retained; please ask the clinic about anything unclear.
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