Care provided by Eddie Hughes, FNP-BC. Updated October 2026.
If you’re looking at laser hair removal near Kingsport, two questions come first. How many visits does it take, and is the drive worth it?
You shave in the morning and there’s stubble by dinner. Or you book a wax every few weeks and dread every one of them.
At Peak Performance, most plans take 6 to 8 short visits to our Johnson City clinic, about 30 minutes from downtown Kingsport, so you can spend far less time on shaving, waxing and razor bumps.
- MediDiode 24 diode laser
- Safe for skin types 1 to 6
- Free consultation
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Laser hair removal near Kingsport, TN: the short answer
Peak Performance Wellness & Aesthetics does laser hair removal at 3980 Bristol Hwy in Johnson City, about 20 miles from downtown Kingsport. We use the MediDiode 24, a diode laser that’s safe for every skin type from 1 to 6.
Most people need 6 to 8 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. After the full series, most see an 80 to 95% reduction in hair growth. Your first visit is a free consultation where we look at your skin and hair, map out your sessions, and give you a price.
About eight trips from Kingsport, start to finish
Driving to Johnson City sounds like a lot until you count the trips. Laser works on hair while it’s actively growing, so sessions are spaced weeks apart, not days.
A full series is usually 6 to 8 visits over roughly six to nine months. Most areas take 15 to 45 minutes once you’re in the chair, so you can fit a session around an errand you already run in Johnson City.
A typical series
- 1Visit 1Week 0
- 2Visit 2Week 5
- 3Visit 3Week 10
- 4Visit 4Week 15
- 5Visit 5Week 20
- 6Visit 6Week 25
- 7Visit 7Week 30
- 8Visit 8Week 35
Visits 7 and 8 depend on your hair. Thick, coarse hair often needs the full eight. Finer hair can finish sooner.
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Two easy ways in from Kingsport
Our clinic sits on Bristol Highway on the north side of Johnson City, so you don’t have to fight downtown traffic to get here.
Fastest route
I‑26 East
The interstate run from Kingsport toward Johnson City. It’s the quickest choice most days.
Backup route
Fort Henry Drive (TN-36)
Head south through Colonial Heights. It’s a good backup when I‑26 backs up, and it’s close if you live on Kingsport’s south side.
Either route runs about 20 miles and around 30 minutes from downtown Kingsport to 3980 Bristol Hwy, Johnson City, TN 37601.
Which areas Kingsport clients treat most
Pick one area or put a few together. Plenty of people pair areas in the same visit, so you can get more done each time you make the drive.
6 to 8sessions
Underarms
One of the quickest areas to treat. No more shaving every morning, so you can wear a tank top without thinking about it.
6 to 8sessions
Bikini line
No razor bumps or ingrown hairs, so you can head to Boone Lake or Warriors’ Path without a last-minute shave.
7 to 8sessions
Legs
45 to 60 minutes a session. Our biggest time saver for anyone who shaves daily.
6 to 8sessions
Face and neck
15 to 25 minutes a session. Clears up razor burn and the bumps that come with shaving every day.
6 to 7sessions
Back and shoulders
30 to 45 minutes a session. Large areas respond well, and many people see a big change within 3 or 4 visits.
6 to 8sessions
Chest and arms
20 to 35 minutes a session. Popular with athletes and people who lift.
Women can read more on our women’s laser hair removal page, and men on our men’s laser hair removal page.
Are you a good candidate for laser hair removal?
Laser finds the pigment in the hair, so it works best on darker hair, especially if it’s thick or coarse.
The MediDiode 24 is safe for skin types 1 through 6, including darker skin tones. Gray or light blonde hair has less pigment for the laser to find, so it usually takes more sessions and may not respond as well.
At your free consultation, we look at your skin tone, hair color, hair thickness and the area you want treated, so you know laser is a good fit before you start.
What a session feels like
Most people expect the snap of an older laser. With the MediDiode 24, most clients describe a warm feeling instead, because cooling is built into the handpiece.
You can drive yourself back to Kingsport right after. There’s no recovery time, so you can go straight back to work or home. If comfort is your biggest worry, our page on painless laser hair removal explains how the laser works.
How laser hair removal works at Peak
Free consultation
We look at your skin type, hair color and thickness, and the areas you want treated.
Your plan and price
You leave knowing how many sessions to expect and what they cost, before you pay anything.
Sessions every 4 to 6 weeks
Each visit follows your hair’s growth cycle, so every trip from Kingsport counts.
Your results
Most people see 80 to 95% less hair after the full series.
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What laser hair removal costs
Your price depends on the areas you treat and how many sessions your hair needs. Small areas like the face or underarms cost less per visit than large areas like the back or legs.
We offer multi-session packages and discounts for treating more than one area, so you can lower the cost of each visit. Your exact price is part of the free consultation.
Waxing
$50 to $80 a visit
Every few weeks, for years, with the regrowth in between.
Laser at Peak
A set series of visits
Usually 6 to 8, followed by far less upkeep.
Life after your last session
Picture getting ready in the morning without a razor. Here’s what that means day to day:
- No razor in the shower and no stubble by afternoon, so you can stop planning your week around shaving.
- No more wax appointments to book, so you can stop dreading the next one.
- Fewer ingrown hairs and razor bumps, so your skin looks and feels smoother.
- Ready for the lake, the pool or a trip on short notice, so you can say yes without prep.
A medical clinic, not a salon
Peak Performance Wellness & Aesthetics is a medical practice owned by Eddie Hughes, FNP-BC, a board-certified family nurse practitioner. Laser hair removal is one part of what we do. We also help people with medical weight loss, hormone therapy and IV therapy.
If you’re already making the trip from Kingsport for weight loss or anything else, ask about booking a laser session on the same day.
Questions from Kingsport clients
How far is Peak Performance from Kingsport?
About 20 miles and around 30 minutes from downtown Kingsport. Take I-26 East toward Johnson City, or take Fort Henry Drive (TN-36) south through Colonial Heights. We’re at 3980 Bristol Hwy, Johnson City, TN 37601.
How many laser hair removal sessions will I need?
Most people need 6 to 8 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Thick or coarse hair often needs the full eight. Gray or very light hair is harder for any laser to treat, and we’ll tell you at your consultation if it’s a good fit.
Should I shave before laser hair removal?
Yes. Shave the area before your appointment, but don’t wax, pluck or thread it. The laser needs the hair root under the skin to be there.
Is laser hair removal permanent?
It’s permanent hair reduction. After the full series, most clients see 80 to 95% less hair.
Is it safe for darker skin?
Yes. The MediDiode 24 is safe for skin types 1 through 6, including darker skin tones that older lasers can discolor.
Can I treat more than one area in a visit?
Yes. Many Kingsport clients pair areas, like underarms and bikini or back and shoulders, so each trip covers more. We also offer packages when you treat more than one area.
How much does laser hair removal cost?
It depends on the area and how many sessions you need. We give you your exact price at your free consultation, along with any package options.
Does it hurt?
Most clients feel gentle warmth, not the rubber-band snap people remember from older lasers. Sensitive areas like the bikini line or upper lip can feel a little stronger, and the built-in cooling helps.
Book your free consultation
Tell us which areas you’re done shaving. We’ll look at your skin and hair, tell you how many visits to plan for, and give you a price, so you can decide with real numbers in front of you.
Or call 423-212-3703
Peak Performance Wellness & Aesthetics, 3980 Bristol Highway, Johnson City, TN 37601, about 30 minutes from Kingsport. Monday to Wednesday 9 AM to 5 PM, Thursday 9 AM to 6 PM, Friday 9 AM to 2:30 PM.
This page is for general education and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Results vary by skin type, hair color and treatment area, and candidacy is determined at your consultation.
