Search Interest in Male Laser Hair Removal Rises as Grooming Habits Shift in NY

GREAT NECK, N.Y., Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Search interest for "male laser hair removal" in New York has surged 80% in the past 5 years, while interest in "laser hair removal for men" has risen even further, up 100% over the same period.

Laser by Aleya, a laser hair removal and electrolysis studio in Great Neck, New York, is seeing that shift play out locally, particularly for the back, chest, neck and beard line.

Why More Men Are Getting Laser Hair Removal

Men's grooming routines are increasingly extending beyond traditional shaving and barbering to include professional hair-removal treatments. 

Google Trends shows related searches rising the same way:

It's no wonder hair removal is now the third most common nonsurgical procedure among men worldwide, with men accounting for about 17.6% of reported procedures. For many men, the appeal is reducing the ongoing maintenance associated with repeatedly shaving or waxing the same areas.

The Most Requested Areas: Back, Chest and Neck

Among dermatologists surveyed by Cutis, the back was the male treatment area requested most often, at 52%, followed by the neck at 43% and the chest at 5%.

Back hair removal is a clear example of why: it's nearly impossible to shave your own back, and whatever method you use, you'll need to keep repeating it. The chest and neck have the same upkeep problem, they're just easier to reach.

How Coarse Hair Responds to Laser, and Why Results Vary

Laser and IPL treatments work by targeting melanin in the hair shaft. That's why light skin paired with dark, coarse hair responds best, since the contrast gives the laser the clearest target to lock onto.

Results also vary by body area, not hair color alone. A systematic review in the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy found long-term hair reduction ranging from roughly 30% to 84% depending on laser type, with leg hair responding best across all three technologies studied and facial hair responding least well.

A separate study of 20 men treated on the back and chest with an 810 nm diode laser over four sessions reported an average hair reduction of 80.6% in the treated areas.

Sessions, Cost, and How the Methods Compare

Laser hair removal takes a full course of treatments, not one visit, since hair grows in cycles and a laser can only affect hair that's actively growing at the time.

One prospective study found more than 50% hair reduction still held a year later in 40% of areas treated five times, compared with none of the areas treated only once.

Laser by Aleya's pricing lists back and chest treatments at $100 per session, though total laser hair removal cost depends on treatment area, session count, and whether maintenance is needed later.

Shaving is the cheapest, most accessible option, but 70% of men in one study of 364 groomers reported a grooming injury: 67% nicks or cuts, 42% razor burn, 34% ingrown hairs.

Waxing is in the middle: less frequent than shaving, but professional appointments are usually needed for larger areas like the back, and the cost recurs indefinitely either way.

What to Know Before a First Appointment

A consultation typically comes first, to assess hair and skin type and set realistic expectations.

Most providers ask clients to shave before a session, since treatment needs an intact hair root, and to avoid sun exposure on the treatment area beforehand.

"We tell clients upfront what a 'complete' course looks like for their specific area, since that number is different for a back than it is for a neck," said Aleya Bamdad, Founder & CEO of Laser by Aleya. "A guy expecting four sessions on a stubborn beard line is going to feel like the treatment failed when it's really just on track for eight."

About Laser by Aleya
Laser by Aleya is an award-winning provider of professional New York laser and electrolysis hair removal services based in Great Neck. Founded by Aleya Bamdad, the clinic delivers personalized treatments supported by advanced laser technology and carefully selected beauty supplies. With over 20 years of experience, Laser by Aleya is committed to safety, education, and consistent results.

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Aleya Bamdad
Founder & CEO
Laser by Aleya
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(516) 551-8194

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