Definately go to a professional to have it done. I don't think the ones you can buy for home use are as strong and seems like it might be a little dangerous, but just my thoughts. I wouldn't just go to a salon either. I go to the plastic surgery clinic that is associated with my primary care doctor. I asked my dermatologist about laser hair removal 'cause I figured she could give me a professional opinion about what would be safe and effective and she recommended the place that I go to. Don't be embarrassed people who do this type of thing have seen it all. My first 2 times I was a little shy, but now I just lay down and I'm in and out of the office in 15 minutes (by the way I'm doing bikini line, chin and upper lip).