Hospital-grade Candela GentleMax Pro PLUS

Laser Hair Removal

The best-in-class dual-wavelength laser — operated by authorised, accredited, Candela-trained practitioners. 44 treatment areas. Suitable for all skin tones. From £40.

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How laser hair removal works — and what to expect

Everything worth knowing before you book. If anything here raises a question, that's exactly what your free consultation is for.

How it works
Laser hair removal works by directing controlled pulses of light at the treatment area. The pigment in each hair absorbs this energy and carries it to the follicle, disabling its ability to produce new hair. The surrounding skin is protected and cooled throughout.
Why a course of sessions
Hair grows in cycles, and only follicles in their active growth phase respond to treatment. Because just a proportion of your hair is in this phase at any one time, sessions are spaced several weeks apart, each treating the next cycle of growth. A completed course is what produces a lasting result.
What a session feels like
Most clients describe the sensation as a brief flick of warmth, softened by a constant stream of ice-cold air on the skin throughout. Treatments are quick — smaller areas such as the upper lip are usually completed within ten minutes — and you can return to your day immediately.
Who it's suitable for
All skin tones, including the deepest. Our dual-wavelength system allows us to treat safely where single-wavelength systems often cannot. Laser is particularly effective for dark or coarse hair and for hormonal or PCOS-related growth, and is increasingly chosen by men.
What happens afterwards
Normal activity can resume straight away. Treated hairs shed naturally over the following two weeks, and you may shave as usual between sessions. The one rule that matters: treated skin should be kept out of strong sun and protected with SPF for the weeks around each session — your practitioner will advise on timings for your skin. Most clients notice visible reduction after the first one or two treatments.
Is it permanent?
Yes — laser delivers permanent hair reduction. A treated follicle does not regrow in the way waxed or shaved hair does, and a completed course removes the large majority of hair permanently. Should hormonal changes activate the occasional new follicle in later years, a single maintenance session is usually all that's required.
Expert Level 4 laser specialists
The machine matters — ours is best in class
Every treatment at Peonella is carried out on the Candela GentleMax Pro PLUS — the hospital-grade, dual-wavelength laser widely regarded as the gold standard in hair removal. Its 755 nm Alexandrite and 1064 nm Nd:YAG wavelengths treat every skin tone safely, and treatment is paired with a constant stream of ice-cold air on the skin, making sessions faster and far more comfortable than older systems. Our practitioners are trained and certified directly by Candela. Plenty of clinics compete on price — the machine, and the training behind it, is where results are actually decided.
Watch a session in progress
Veronika — senior, Candela-certified laser practitioner — treating lower legs on the GentleMax Pro PLUS in our Bracknell clinic. Quick, methodical and comfortable, with a stream of ice-cold air keeping the skin cool throughout: this is what your session looks like.

At Peonella you're treated by a small senior team who know your name, your skin and your plan — the same practitioner through your whole course, in private treatment rooms at Richmond House, Bracknell. The credentials sit quietly behind that care: qualified to the higher Level 4 standard, Candela trained, experienced across every skin tone.

Veronika, senior laser practitioner
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Veronika, senior laser practitioner
Candela Certified · Level 4 Laser · Level 5 Tattoo Removal

A Candela-certified laser specialist, trained directly by Candela on the GentleMax Pro PLUS, with experience across major laser hair removal franchises. She holds the Ofqual-regulated Level 4 laser qualification — the higher standard most clinics operate below — and is known for clinical precision across every Fitzpatrick skin tone, from the very fair to the deepest.

Maryna, senior laser practitioner
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Maryna, senior laser practitioner
Level 4 Laser · Candela Certified · 14+ years in aesthetics

Fourteen-plus years in aesthetics built on a clinical medical foundation — trained as a midwife (UK ENIC verified) — with laser experience gained across major international clinics. Candela-certified on the GentleMax Pro PLUS and qualified to the Ofqual-regulated Level 4 standard, she brings that medical training to treatment settings, skin assessment and aftercare across the full range of skin tones.

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Every skin tone
Do you have a darker skin tone?

Brown, Asian, Black and mixed-heritage skin needs the right wavelength — and our dual-wavelength system was chosen precisely so we have it. Read how we treat deeper skin tones safely, what to ask any clinic, and why some say no.

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Treat a single area

Individual Treatments

Target just the area you want — from underarms and bikini to legs, face and back. Choose a single session to try us, or a course of 3, 6 or 10 for the best results and bigger savings. 44 areas in total, all on the Candela GentleMax Pro PLUS.

The price you see is the price you pay. No hidden charges, no upsells in the chair, no surprises at the till — and your free consultation confirms your exact plan and price before you commit to anything.

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Bundle & save

Laser Hair Removal Packages

Combine the body areas clients book together — half legs, bikini, underarms and similar — into a single appointment at a discounted rate. Pay per session, with extra savings as you commit to a course.

Proven technology

Before & after

Before & after results from the Candela GentleMax Pro PLUS. Tap any image to enlarge.

Individual results – outcomes vary from person to person. Best results come from completing a full course.

Common questions

Everything you need to know before booking

Does laser hair removal hurt?
Most clients describe it as a warm flick. We pair the Candela GentleMax Pro PLUS with a constant stream of ice-cold air on the skin, making it significantly more comfortable than older laser systems.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients see significant permanent reduction after 6 sessions. A course of 10 achieves long-lasting results. Face areas typically need fewer sessions than body areas.
Is it safe for my skin tone?
Yes. The Candela GentleMax Pro PLUS uses dual wavelengths — 755nm Alexandrite and 1064nm Nd:YAG — making it safe and effective for all Fitzpatrick skin types including darker tones.
What if I've had laser elsewhere before?
No problem — many of our clients switch from other clinics. We'll assess your previous results at consultation and build a plan from where you are. Previous sessions count toward your hair cycle.
When will I see results?
Most clients notice visible reduction after session 1–2. Hair grows in cycles — each session targets the active growth phase, so results build significantly between sessions 3 and 6.
Can I have laser in summer?
Yes — treatment runs year-round, provided treated areas are protected from strong sun with SPF between sessions. Many clients start a course in autumn so results are complete for the following summer.
How much does it cost?
Individual areas from £40 per session. Courses of 3, 6 or 10 sessions save up to 25%. Your 30-minute consultation is free.

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