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Laser Hair Removal versus Electrolysis

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:18:30 +0000

Lasers have been used for hair removal since 1997 and have been approved for “permanent hair reduction” in the United States by the Food and Drug Administration. Laser hair removal has become extremely popular because of its speed and results, although results will vary depending on the skill and experience of the laser operator, and the availability of different laser technology at the hair removal clinic.

Possible side effects of laser hair removal may include itching, redness and swelling around the treatment area. Some level of pain should also be expected during treatments. Most clinics offer numbing cream.

Electrolysis has been used for hair removal for over 100 years. While effective, the process can take up to 4 years.

Laser hair removal has become the procedure of choice for many because it can be up to 60 times faster, less painful and more reliable than electrolysis.

Four Advantages of Laser Hair Removal

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:57:37 +0000

Making a decision for or against laser hair removal requires some research and education on the topic of hair removal in general. Most hair removal techniques like shaving, waxing and tweezing only provide temporary results and may actually stimulate hair growth. Electrolysis often requires years of ongoing treatments and is particularly painful.

Laser hair removal offers four main advantages:

1)    Comfort
2)    Speed
3)    Accuracy
4)    Long-term effectiveness.

Laser hair removal is rapidly becoming one of the most popular methods of removing unwanted hair from the face, body, back and bikini area. In 2009 in the US, there were almost 2 million laser hair removal procedures performed.

With so many salons and spas adding laser hair removal to their menu of services, you need to make certain that you select a clinic that offers effective removal of the hair, employs the highest safety measures and is the most cost effective long-term hair removal solution for you.

Here are some tips to help you gather information that will help you find the hair removal clinic that is right for you: Ask questions like,

How many procedures has this clinic performed?
Who performs the procedure and what kind of training do they have?
What are the risks?
Am I a candidate?
What are the costs?

Knowing these things will help you make a decision about what is going to be the right approach for your hair removal needs.

Laser Hair Removal For Bikini Season

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:19:12 +0000

Laser hair removal is an especially popular treatment during the spring and summer months. This method gets rid of unwanted hair on your back, legs, arms, chin, upper lip and other areas. It’s a popular and often permanent solution to the inconvenience of having to shave, wax and tweeze regularly.

Start early in order to have the desired result by bikini season. Depending on your skin and hair type, laser hair removal could take up to 8 treatments because hair grows in cycles and the lasers only treat what’s on top of the skin.

Trying to decide between Laser hair removal and bikini waxing to remove unwanted hair from the bikini and pubic hair area? Know this: Waxing can be painful, and if a woman has sensitive skin, bikini waxing can leave bumps and red, inflamed skin behind. The bikini area is also prone to infection if waxing is not done properly at a salon.

Laser Hair Removal Cost

admin — Sat, 22 May 2010 16:23:56 +0000

According to statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the national average laser hair removal price in 2009 was $331 per treatment area. There are many pricing variables. Factors that impact laser hair removal cost are:

1) The Time and Labor Required
2) The Density of the Hair
3) Area of the Body
4) Skin Tone

The cost of a laser hair removal treatment varies depending on the area of the body that is being treated, the person performing the treatment and the number of treatments required to remove your unwanted hair. Laser Hair Removal treatment can range from less than $100 up to several hundreds depending on the work required. The best approach is to set up a consultation with a physician in order to better understand the time and labor that would be involved in for your particular case.

Laser Hair Removal For Men

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:26:00 +0000

Male laser hair removal is relatively new and many men are unaware of their options. While many men are aware of laser hair removal, they usually don’t know how it works. In an effort to enlighten the many men who are now exploring their hair removal options, here is the breakdown of how this procedure works:

Laser light energy is used to penetrate the hair shaft and it kills the hair root. However, this does not kill the follicle. While another hair could grow in its place, it is very difficult. Results of laser hair removal usually last quite a long time.

Men seeking laser hair removal typically have either excessive hair growth or hair growth in undesired body locations. The most common of these areas of unwanted hair are the shoulders, back, chest, stomach, genital area and ears. Laser treatments usually take about 30 minutes and the desired result could take up to 8 treatments.