$120
$120
Knee down to the ankle, both legs in one session. The targeted version of full legs for clients focused on what shows below shorts.
- Session length: about 25 to 30 minutes
- Typical plan: six to eight sessions, spaced four to six weeks apart
- Laser: Diode (or Clarity II for darker skin tones)
Financing available through Cherry. Same-day approval, no hard credit check.
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Half legs is the targeted version of full legs. Knee down to the ankle, both legs treated in one session. It is the right call when your concern is what shows below shorts or a dress hem and not the upper thigh. At ABL Med Spa in Round Rock, half legs takes about 25 to 30 minutes, and most clients see real reduction by their third or fourth session.
What makes half legs LHR different
Lower-leg hair is finer than thigh hair, so the laser settings are gentler here than they would be on the upper leg. Hair behind the knee tends to grow in different directions than the rest of the leg, which is why missed spots after shaving usually show up there first. Hair on the ankle is finer still and responds more slowly than shin hair. Gabriela works the lower leg in zones during a single session, calibrating each zone to its coarseness and skin sensitivity. The Diode laser is the default for half legs because its depth handles the denser shin hair efficiently. For darker skin tones, the Clarity II is the alternative.
What to expect at your half legs session
Plan on about 25 to 30 minutes from when you sit down to when you walk out. Shave both lower legs completely the day before your appointment. We treat both legs in the same session, knee down. The laser passes over each zone in a series of short warm snaps. Cooling on the Diode handles the more sensitive areas behind the knee and along the shin. There is no downtime. You walk out and continue your day. Over the next two to three weeks the treated hairs shed. Six to eight sessions, spaced four to six weeks apart, lets us catch every follicle during its active growth phase. Some clients with finer ankle hair need the full eight sessions. Others finish in six.
Aftercare for half legs LHR
Skip hot showers, saunas, and intense workouts for 24 hours, since heat irritates freshly treated follicles. Avoid swimming pools and hot tubs for 48 hours. Loose, breathable clothing for the first day. If you will be in the sun, the treated areas should stay covered for 48 hours. SPF 50 mineral sunscreen on any exposed leg skin going forward protects the results. No exfoliating, retinoid creams, or chemical depilatories on the lower legs for one week. Mild redness for a few hours is normal.
Often paired with this treatment
Most clients who book half legs also consider one of these:
- Full Legs LHR ($240). The upgrade. Covers thigh to ankle in one session. The right pick if upper-thigh hair bothers you too.
- Bikini Line LHR ($79). Natural pair for clients focused on the visible lower body.
- Feet LHR ($50). Clean up the small area below the ankle as an add-on.
Pricing & packages
Half legs laser hair removal at ABL Med Spa is $120 per session. Most clients complete a treatment plan in six to eight sessions. We also offer membership packages that bring the per-session cost down. Ask Gabi at your consultation what makes sense for your goals and your treatment plan.
Frequently asked questions
Should I get half legs or full legs?
Half legs covers knee down. Full legs covers thigh to ankle. If your concern is what shows below shorts or a dress hem, half legs is the cheaper and shorter option. If you are bothered by upper-leg hair too, full legs is usually the better value because it treats both areas in one session instead of two.
Does half legs include the feet?
No. Feet are a separate $50 add-on that we treat in the same session if you want them included. The hair on the top of the feet is finer and grows in a different pattern than lower-leg hair, so it gets calibrated separately. We can talk about adding feet at your consultation.
Can I get full results in fewer sessions if I have fine lower-leg hair?
Sometimes. Coarse hair responds in fewer sessions than fine hair, so clients with denser lower-leg hair often see full results in six sessions. Clients with very fine ankle hair may need the full eight, plus occasional maintenance after that. Gabriela will give you a realistic session count estimate at the consultation.
Will my thighs look different after treating only my lower legs?
Yes. Upper-thigh hair will stay as it is while lower-leg hair fades over your treatment plan. The transition at the knee can become more visible. If that is a concern, we can either treat the full leg from the start or add upper-leg sessions later. Many clients are fine with the transition because the thigh is rarely as visible as the lower leg.