Am I a candidate for laser hair removal?

What this quiz checks

The questions follow the same screen a provider runs before booking. Each one maps to a factor that either supports the treatment, argues for a different one, or is a health flag that has to be cleared first.

• The colour of the hair you want removed. The laser targets pigment in the hair, so darker hair responds best and very light, grey or red hair often does not.
• Your skin tone, and whether you have a fresh tan, sunburn or plans to tan soon. Contrast between hair and skin, and no recent sun, is what makes the treatment safe and effective.
• Pregnancy, and anything going on in the treatment area itself such as an active infection, tattoo or open skin.
• Whether the format fits: it is a series, often around six to eight sessions, and it reduces hair rather than removing every hair permanently.

What your result means

A green result means your hair and skin combination is one lasers handle well and nothing you answered rules it out. A caution result usually means the laser may work less well for you, or timing needs to change, for example waiting out a tan. A stop result means a provider needs to clear you before treatment.

Whatever the result says, it is a starting point for the conversation with your provider, not a substitute for it. Bring your answers to the consultation so the time goes to planning rather than screening.