Brazilian Laser Hair Removal: Costs, Sessions and What to Expect

Brazilian laser hair removal reduces the hair on the bikini area, leaving either a small strip or a neat shape at the front, and takes most people six to ten sessions. At Aura Skin Boutique in Essendon North, a Brazilian is $45 a session, the same as a Hollywood. Treatment uses Alma Soprano Titanium, which cools the skin as it works and is rated for all skin types, and your first visit includes a patch test.

Key takeaways

• A Brazilian removes most hair from the bikini area and can leave a small strip or shape at the front.
• A Hollywood removes all of it, and the thong option covers only the narrow area at the back.
• Aura prices are per session: thong $18, Brazilian $45, Hollywood $45, and bikini and underarms $60.
• Shave before you come, skip waxing for at least four weeks, and remove fake tan.

What is Brazilian laser hair removal?

Brazilian laser hair removal is a course of laser sessions that cuts the hair growth across the bikini area, in front, between the legs and around the buttocks, usually leaving a small shape or strip at the front if you want one. It replaces the cycle of Brazilian waxing with a course of sessions followed by far less hair.

At our laser hair removal clinic in Essendon, women book the area they want from the women's laser hair removal menu. Your therapist agrees the shape with you at the first visit, and you can change your mind later.

What is the difference between a Brazilian, a Hollywood and a bikini?

The difference is how much hair is treated. A bikini line treats only the edges that show outside swimwear, a Brazilian treats nearly everything but leaves a chosen shape at the front, and a Hollywood treats all of it. Our thong area is a smaller treatment covering the narrow section at the back.

Because the Brazilian and Hollywood cost the same, the choice comes down to the look you want. Some people begin with a Brazilian and move to a Hollywood once they see how the hair responds.

Brazilian vs Hollywood laser: which should I choose?

Choose a Brazilian if you want to keep a small strip or shape at the front, and a Hollywood if you want the whole area clear. Hair left at the front keeps growing in its own cycle, so it needs the same number of sessions as the rest if you later decide to remove it.

If you are unsure, start with a Brazilian. Taking more away later is easy, but hair that has been treated for a few sessions is slow to come back, so it is a harder decision to reverse. Your therapist can show you the shapes on a diagram so you are not guessing.

How many sessions does Brazilian laser hair removal take?

Most people need six to ten sessions, spaced about four weeks apart. The bikini area carries coarse hair that cycles slowly, so patience helps. You will usually see slower, finer growth after the first few visits, with clear patches appearing later in the course.

Hormones can add visits. If your hair grows back quickly after each session, tell us. Our laser hair removal cost guide works through what six or ten sessions of a Brazilian adds up to at $45 each.

Does Brazilian laser hair removal hurt?

The bikini area is one of the more sensitive spots, so expect a stronger snap than on your legs. Most people still describe it as a quick, hot flick that settles within seconds. Alma Soprano Titanium cools the skin as it works and builds heat gradually, which takes much of the sting out. Our article on whether laser hair removal hurts explains the sensation in more detail.

Sessions usually feel easier as the hair thins. Tell your therapist if it is too much and we will slow down or adjust. We never ask you to push through.

How do I prepare for a Brazilian laser session?

Shave the area the day before or on the day, stop waxing, plucking and threading at least four weeks beforehand, and tell us if you have been sunburnt in the past week. Come with clean, bare skin and no moisturiser, perfume or deodorant.

1. Trim long hair first, then shave closely, going gently to avoid nicks and irritation.
2. Remove fake tan from the area, and let sunburnt or peeling skin recover first. A natural tan is fine on our device.
3. Do not wax, pluck or thread for at least four weeks before, or between visits.
4. Skip scrubs and strong exfoliants for a few days before treatment.
5. Wear loose, soft underwear and clothing home.

If you have a rash, a cold sore, an infection or a recent sunburn, or you are pregnant, let us know before you come. We may need to postpone your session.

What is it like to have a Brazilian session? Privacy and comfort

Many people feel nervous before their first bikini-area treatment, and that is completely normal. We treat it as routine work. Your therapist explains each step before it starts, uses a calm and matter-of-fact manner and lets you ask for a pause whenever you need one.

At your consultation you can tell us what you are comfortable with and ask anything about the process. Your first visit is a free skin consultation and a patch test, not a full treatment, so you can meet us, see the room and get comfortable before your first session. A small area like a Brazilian is usually a short visit, often quicker than people expect.

What happens after a Brazilian session?

Your skin may look pink and feel warm, and you might see small raised bumps around the hairs for a few hours up to a day. This usually settles on its own. Treated hairs shed over about one to three weeks, which can look like new growth but is just the hair leaving the follicle.

• Avoid hot showers, saunas, swimming and hard exercise for 24 to 48 hours.
• Use a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser and wear loose clothing.
• Do not scrub, pick or wax the area. Shaving is fine.
• Wear SPF on any exposed skin throughout your course.

Can Brazilian laser hair removal help with ingrown hairs?

Many people find ingrown hairs and razor bumps ease as the hair gets finer, because thinner hairs are less likely to curl back into the skin. This is a common experience, not a promise. If ingrowns are a bigger problem for you, mention it at your consultation and your therapist will advise.

Is Brazilian laser hair removal better than waxing?

Laser is a long-term plan and waxing is a repeat job. Waxing pulls the hair out and it comes back within weeks, while laser aims to reduce growth permanently over a course. Waxing pain returns each time, and laser sessions usually get easier as hair thins. Laser also needs hair to be present and pigmented.

Laser works best on dark hair. Fine and light hair can respond, white and grey hair has no pigment to target, and red hair varies, so we patch test first. Your therapist will tell you honestly if laser is unlikely to help you.

Can I have Brazilian laser hair removal on my period?

The area can be more tender during your period. We suggest booking your session for the week after your period if you can. If you are unsure, ring us on 0450 000 083 and we will talk it through.

Where can I get Brazilian laser hair removal in Melbourne's north-west?

We are at 154B Keilor Road, Essendon North, about 15 minutes from the Melbourne CBD. Plenty of our Brazilian clients drive in from Moonee Ponds, Niddrie, Strathmore and Ascot Vale, and from Airport West, Keilor East and Pascoe Vale. We are open Monday to Thursday 10am to 7pm and Friday to Saturday 10am to 11pm, with Sundays by appointment, and Afterpay is available in clinic.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Brazilian laser hair removal cost in Melbourne?

Prices vary by clinic. At Aura Skin Boutique in Essendon North, a Brazilian is $45 per session, the same as a Hollywood. A thong area is $18 and bikini and underarms is $60. You pay per session, so six sessions at $45 would be $270.

How many sessions of Brazilian laser hair removal do I need?

Most people need six to ten sessions about four weeks apart. Hair grows in cycles, so each visit treats only what is actively growing. Your therapist will estimate your number after looking at your hair and skin at your consultation.

What is the difference between a Brazilian and a Hollywood laser?

A Brazilian treats most of the area and can leave a small strip or shape at the front, while a Hollywood treats all of the hair. At Aura both are $45 per session, so the choice depends on the look you prefer.

Does Brazilian laser hair removal hurt?

It is one of the more sensitive areas, but most people find it a quick warm flick rather than real pain. Alma Soprano Titanium cools the skin as it works and builds heat gradually, and sessions usually feel easier as hair thins. Tell your therapist if it is uncomfortable and we will adjust.

Should I shave before Brazilian laser hair removal?

Yes. Shave the area the day before or on the day so the laser reaches the follicle and not hair sitting on the surface. Do not wax, pluck or thread for at least four weeks before treatment, because the laser needs the root to be present.

Is Brazilian laser hair removal permanent?

It is permanent hair reduction. Most people have far less hair after a course, and regrowth tends to be finer and lighter. Some follicles can wake up later, often after hormonal change, so an occasional top-up is common. Your therapist can explain what is realistic for you.

Can I have a Brazilian laser if I have dark skin or a tan?

Yes. Alma Soprano Titanium is rated for all skin types, from very fair to deep, including tanned skin, and we patch test first. Sunburnt or peeling skin needs to recover before treatment, and we ask you to remove fake tan from the area.

What should I wear to a Brazilian laser appointment?

Comfortable, loose clothing is best, and soft underwear to go home in. Wear nothing tight over the treated area afterwards. Come with clean skin and no moisturiser, deodorant or perfume on the area.

Can I have a Brazilian laser while pregnant?

Most clinics, including ours, recommend waiting until after pregnancy. There is limited safety research, so it is a precaution. If you are pregnant or think you might be, tell your therapist before booking so we can plan around it.

For a plan for your own hair and skin, book a free skin consultation and patch test on our women's laser hair removal in Essendon page.

Written by the Aura Skin Boutique team, led by Sara Haghighi, founder and lead skin and laser therapist (Diploma of Beauty Therapy, 10 years' experience). Last updated October 2026.