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July 31st, 2007 at 04:34pm
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One of the most time consuming and frustrating parts of bodybuilding is not building muscles, it’s removing unwanted hair.
For any competing bodybuilder, hair removal is a must but it’s also growing in popularity among casual bodybuilders.
Before looking at recommendations for specific body areas it should be stated that laser hair removal or electrolysis are regarded as the only permanent hair removal methods. No need to go anywhere else. Please follow one of the links on this page to find the best in laser hair removal.
Laser Hair Removal is becoming more popular then ever for the removal of unwanted body hair. Before making the decision to go forward with laser hair removal it is important to understand the removal process and to determine if you would make an ideal candidate for laser hair removal.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:31pm
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Laser hair removal has come a long way in the last ten years and is now one of the most requested cosmetic procedures. The days are long gone when the procedure was mainly recommended for individuals with fair skin and dark hair, as major advances in laser technology have opened the door to successful treatments for all skin types. Laser hair removal can be applied to just about any ‘problem hair’ area of the body and is equally appropriate for both men and women. So if you think you’re a candidate for laser hair removal treatment, let’s take a look at some of the common questions asked about the procedure before you decide to put your body on the line.
What Is A Laser? A laser is nothing more than an intense beam of light energy. In laser hair removal, the laser beam is delivered to the skin via a handheld ‘pen-like’ device by your dermatologic surgeon. The method is quite ingenious as the laser is designed to focus on the dark pigment in the hair follicle and destroy it without damaging the surrounding (lighter) skin tissue.
Is Laser Hair Removal Permanent? At the time of writing, 100% permanent hair removal remains an elusive goal. However, clinical results indicate you can expect the successful removal of unwanted hair for a period of up to ten years. Some individuals will see long term results while others may need some maintenance treatments over time.
How Much Does It Cost? The cost for laser hair removal treatments varies depending on the area to be treated. It is common to find ‘per session’ prices from around $150 for an upper lip treatment to around $650 for a full back treatment. Of course our individual needs differ and some folk will require shorter treatments while others may need additional sessions to achieve the desired result.
How Many Treatments Will I Need? Depending on the type of hair you have, it will take about 3-6 treatments to produce the desired results. This is because your hair grows in 3 phases (the growing phase, the dormant phase and the resting phase) and laser treatments can only target hair that is in the growing phase which is about 85% of all body hairs at any given time. You simply have to wait for the other 15% to enter the growing phase before they can be treated. The good news is each successive treatment should be faster and less expensive.
Is Laser Hair Removal Painful? The actual feeling is not unlike being snapped with a rubber band and most people would not classify it as pain.
What About Side Effects? For a few hours after the treatment there is usually a little redness and maybe some slight swelling; not unlike what you would experience after a waxing session. Within 24 hours, you are back to normal.
It is important to note that like any medical procedure, there is the potential for complications to arise which may include burning, changes in pigmentation, persistent redness and swelling and possible scarring. As always, it is best to consult your dermatologic surgeon concerning the risks involved in the procedure.
What Should I Do Before A Treatment? Your treatment clinic will have a list of do’s and don’ts that you will need to be aware of prior to you appointment. However, as a general rule, the skin to be treated should be as natural as possible when you present for a laser hair removal treatment. That means no tans allowed! Not even fake tans.
Where Can I Find A Laser Hair Removal Clinic? It is wise to thoroughly check the credentials of the physician or technician performing the procedure prior to making an appointment. Most countries have a professional dermatology society with a directory of local accredited dermatologic surgeons that you are able to consult (in the US it is the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery).
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:30pm
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Hair laser removal is a process by which the amount of hair and the growth rate of hair are significantly reduced. Although most people think of this process as being permanent, it is actually not but the results are still dramatic and well worth the investment. Both men and women use hair laser removal. If done by a qualified professional, people are very satisfied with the results. The one question that comes up repeatedly has to do with hair laser and the price for removal.
The truth is that this procedure will vary depending on where it is done, the type of laser used, and the amount of skin/hair being treated. Even so, you can expect to pay good money. Other factors associated with hair laser and price for removal would relate to the doctor performing the treatment, the type of package purchased, and the total number of treatments needed. For this reason, you cannot go by the cost that a friend or family member might have paid in that it could be different for your situation. The best option is to locate two or three professionals and schedule consultations with each before making your final decision.
The amount of hair and even type of hair will definitely determine the number of treatments to be performed. Typically, three treatments are recommended, providing the patient with several months of hair-free living. However, keep in mind this is just an average so again, the suggestion provided to you could be fewer or more. The best way to save money is to find a qualified doctor that offers a package deal. In this case, the more treatments in the package, the lower the price would go for each additional treatment.
To give you an idea of the current hair laser price for removal, let us say you live in the Midwest. The average cost for this region is around $450. Now, if you live in the East, the price actually goes down to an average of $425. For the West, the price is almost the same as the East with just a slight reduction in price. However, the lowest region for hair laser price for removal is in the South where you would expect to pay around $400 per treatment.
As mentioned, the amount of hair and type of hair needing to be removed also comes into play. For this, a man with excessive back hair would expect a single treatment to run between $700 and $900. However, for a female wanting a bikini line treatment, that price drops dramatically to between $400 and $500. Other prices would be $600 to $800 per treatment for upper and lower legs, $300 and $600 for chest and arms, around $600 to $900 for the face and neck, and then the cheapest hair laser price for removal would be under the arms with an average price of $200 to $350.
The one thing to remember is that throughout the United States, hair laser removal is deemed a cosmetic procedure, not a medical necessity. Because of this, it is highly unlikely that insurance would cover the cost. On a final note, if you have a unique situation caused by illness or injury, it might be possible for the hair laser price for removal to be covered. In this case, you would need to address your insurance company about possible assistance.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:30pm
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1. Tanning, either from a bottle or from the sun, is not recommended just before laser hair removal. Darker skin soaks up the light of the laser before it reaches the follicle, thus reducing its effectiveness.
2. When you schedule your appointment for laser hair removal, remember that it is far more effective to undertake the procedure in the growth phase of the hair cycle, so shave the area to be treated three or four days before your appointment, so that there is visible active stubble.
3. After a treatment, the laser leaves the hair follicles open for several days. An antibacterial cream or lotion applied will prevent skin blemishes. Speak to your technician about this before you schedule an appointment.
4. If your skin is naturally dark, you may risk skin discoloration using this method of hair removal since many types of laser machines search for melanin. Melanin is the pigment, or color, found in hair and skin.
5. Ensure that you undergo a skin patch test before agreeing to any laser hair removal treatment. The patch test should be in a low-visibility area with skin the same type and hair density as the intended treatment area.
6. Allow three or four days after patch testing, to assess the efficiency of the test and any possible reaction. The skin patch result will help the technician decide upon the correct laser settings for you.
7. Practice due diligence in researching which type of laser treatment and which clinic is right for your individual needs.
8. Laser hair removal treatment will only work on hair in the anagen or active growth phase of hair growth, this phase usually lasts at least a year, and up to 85% of our hair is in that phase at any given time.
9. The technician controls and customizes your treatment to minimize discomfort. They can vary the strength of the beam, called the ‘fluence’, for different skin types. The delay between pulses will allow the surrounding skin to cool.
10. Laser hair removal is considered safe if performed correctly, by a trained and experienced technician, using the proper equipment. It is useful for large areas such as the back or legs and hair re-growth is usually lighter in color and finer in texture.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:30pm
Under Laser Hair Removal
There are many important decisions to consider before opting for cosmetic laser hair removal. With the current trend for hairless, smooth skin, in both men and women, there are many unlicensed, untrained and unqualified practitioners around. There is also a substantial amount of misinformation on this subject.
It is up to you as the customer to practice due diligence and ensure that you receive top class treatment from a fully qualified practitioner. Firstly, ensure that the person who is actually going to be treating you has undergone specific training and is a Certified Laser Specialist (CLS). This qualification may vary from state to state and country to country. If you are in even the slightest doubt, contact your doctor for his or her recommendations.
Once you have a clinic in mind, go check it out. Go in, sit down, look around. Is it clean? Is it comfortable? Is there plenty of information available on all procedures and possible complications or side effects? Does the equipment look well maintained? Modern? Most clinics offer the initial consultation free of charge. This is basically a chat with a qualified technician, who will ascertain whether your expectations are realistic, and who will decide whether you are a suitable candidate for the procedure.
Before you go into the clinic for a general meeting, do your research. Check reliable sources of information online. Then cross-check to ensure that the information is accurate. Laser hair removal is a technique which uses high powered equipment. In untrained hands, it can be disastrous, causing serious skin damage.
While chatting to your technician, take note of whether the he or she appeared professional — are they really interested in how the procedure would work for you? Or do they seem more interested in how much you will be paying?
Pay attention to the equipment. Make sure that the laser is licensed by the FDA for use as an instrument for laser hair removal. A motivated, interested and dedicated practitioner will be pleased to explain everything you need to know, and to answer every question you have. They will explain how they can minimize pain or discomfort.
Technology is changing fast, and being updated quickly, but at the present time, all lasers used for hair removal must be “long pulsed”. The Alexandrite type of laser is very effective when the patient’s skin is light and the hair is dark enough to attract the beam down deep into the hair follicle. Remember the skill of the practitioner is equally important as the machine. Proper training could well make the difference between you having permanent hair removal or having to have repeat treatments.
The second type of laser machine is Nd:YAG, ideally with a Q switch. It works on most skin types and this is the most efficient type of equipment for treating darker skin types, such as Asian, Hispanic and Middle Eastern. To use the traditional type laser on darker skins can result in serious burning or loss of skin pigmentation.
Spending some of your valuable free time researching laser hair removal will pay you back many times over, not to mention saving you possible pain and anguish. Put in the time now to locate a licensed qualified practitioner, and have the benefit of sleek smooth skin for many years to come.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:29pm
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So many stray hairs, so little time to tweeze all of them! So goes the problem of every John and Jane who are not satisfied with some unsightly hair that grows in certain body parts.
People who get annoyed with their unsightly stray hairs do everything to get rid of them including painful tweezing and waxing and even threading. Others opt for the bleaching remedy to keep these unsightly hairs from being the center of anyone’s attention.
A person’s “hair-possibilities”, meaning the maximum number of hair gland cells you are going to have in your lifetime, is already determined from birth. This is the reason why people who have more or less hair should blame it on genetics.
Except for hairs located in a person’s head, lashes or eyebrows, the hair glands actually produced very thin hairs that are barely seen. As a person grows older, usually during and after the adolescent stage, he can find more hair growing in his body particularly in the underarm and in the genitals.
While men usually consider having lesser hair a problem, females find the growth of more hair particularly in their underarm, legs and face more problematic. For one, these stray hairs are not only unsightly but they also tend to project females who have them as more masculine. Women who have moustache-like hair on their upper lip sometimes resort to drastic measures to contain the hair growth.
There are various ways to temporarily stop hair growth like tweezing, cutting, threading and waxing. Some people associate new and thicker hair growths due to these processes. However, such belief is not true because hair growth is influenced by hormones and there is no way tweezing can induce more hair growth.
Waxing and threading can be expensive when you have it done in a beauty parlor. It can also be embarrassing for first-timers who have to expose all the stray hairs that have grown in the wrong places. A lot of do-it-yourself products are now available in the market to help vain men and women get rid of their unsightly hairy problems.
These products are easy to find and they can be bought without prescriptions in groceries and pharmacies. People can now choose from a variety of foam, gel, cream or liquid hair removal products. Most are easy to apply except waxing products which require a certain level of experience and skill. For those who have the time and the budget, they can go to dermatologist clinics where they can avail of electrolysis and laser removal treatments.
Before undergoing these hair removal methods, you must make sure that the person who will do the procedure is a certified one and that the clinic has the necessary first aid supplies in case of burning. Hair removal methods are usually safe when performed by doctors but it is better to be cautious since there are people who really end up with burned legs after having their leg hairs removed.
Of course if you do not want to spend more or face the consequences of getting burned, you can still get rid of your unsightly hairs by resorting to the age-old technique of shaving.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:28pm
Under Laser Hair Removal
For millions of people, laser hair removal has offered a chance to look and feel better. Having unwanted hair can be a real hassle. For some people, unwanted hair is about looks while for others, convenience. For instance, a woman may want to go through laser treatment for a bikini line or legs so she will look better on the beach. However, a man may choose laser hair removal to eliminate overgrowth of back or chest hair.
The standard processes used for hair removal vary, which include shaving and electrolysis. The problem is that with saving, hair grows back and for some people, within hours, while electrolysis can be painful. With the development of laser, people around the globe have finally found a solution that works, at least in most cases. Keep in mind that your skin type and hair color will play an important role on whether you are a good candidate for this procedure or not.
Therefore, the first step is to determine if you would benefit from paying your hard-earned money to go through laser hair removal. Next, you would need to go through a number of consultations, helping you understand the best treatment available while also giving you confidence in your choice of doctor. Once this decision has been made, the cost of hair laser removal would be discussed. Just remember that while the production of growth is permanent, hair will grow back. In addition, it usually takes more than one procedure to benefit.
As you can imagine, the cost of hair laser removal is not cheap. Your decision will be based largely on price unless money is no object. The cost of hair laser removal will vary depending on the clinic or spa, the doctor or technician performing the procedure, the type of treatment being performed, the region of the country in which you live, the number of treatments needed (as discount packages are usually available), and so on. As with anything, make sure you read the fine print before paying anything. While most places are honest, some work with a “get rich” scheme that not only takes your money but also puts you at risk.
On average, you could expect to pay between $250 and $400 per procedure. Again, the hidden charges are often what people miss so make sure everything is outlined for you. Obviously, the cost of hair laser removal for a bikini line would be much different from having a back or chest done. You also want to consider skin and hair type/color. As an example, if you have lighter skin but dark hair, the laser treatment would not only be less expensive but also more successful. The challenge is that light haired people and dark skinned people need special treatment. Therefore, if you visit a clinic or spa and they claim they can work on all skin and hair types, you need to understand why they make that claim.
In most cases, the cost for hair laser removal would be a flat fee. This fee is based on a per pulse rate of the laser. However, if you were visiting a place to have more than one procedure done, you would likely be offered a nice discount. As an example, if you wanted to have hair removal performed, as well as Botox injections, then the cost would be discounted. The most important thing to keep tucked away is that the cost for hair laser removal is not always based on quality of services performed. In other words, you might visit an excellent clinic owned and operated by board certified doctors that provides sub par work whereas a small spa with a licensed technician offers outstanding service.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:27pm
Under Laser Hair Removal
When it comes to body hair removal, a laser hair removal treatment is by far the most effective and permanent method available. In order to understand this procedure further, listed below we have the top 5 questions and answers about lazer hair removal.
1. How does lazer hair removal work? A laser hair removal treatment uses specially designed laser to heat the hair follicles and render them inactive. The energy from the lasers used is absorbed by the pigment in the hair shaft otherwise known as melanin and any subsequent hair that grows from this hair follicle will be much lighter in color. After a number of treatments many people find that their lazer hair removal treatments have produced permanent hair removal results.
2. Can anyone have lazer hair removal carried out? Although skin color and type will affect lazer hair removal, this is only in the amount of treatments that will be required. Darker hair is easier to treat than lighter hair.
3. What areas of the body can I have lazer hair removal on? Lazer hair removal can be carried out on almost every part of the body except the eye area. This treatment is suitable for both men and women and the most common areas treated are the upper lip, underarms, bikini area, legs, chest, back, and face.
4. What makes lazer hair removal so popular? The main reason behind the popularity of lazer hair removal has to be the permanent hair removal results that can be achieved. A laser hair removal treatment is also virtually pain free and when compared with other body hair removal options such as shaving, plucking and waxing there really is no comparison.
5. Are there any side effects? The only side effect that you may be likely to experience after a laser hair removal treatment is a slight reddening of the skin. This usually lasts for approximately 20 minutes but will depend on your skin sensitivity.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:27pm
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Until recently, shaving, plucking, waxing, and electrolysis were the only methods of removing unwanted hair. In the early 1990’s, the first reports of using laser energy to selectively damage and disable actively growing hair follicles were published, and since the mid 1990’s, laser hair removal has become the “Gold Standard” for the management of unwanted hair.
People started to crave for the newly discovered laser hair removal, but as they undertook the treatment they found out several side effects. Nonetheless, it should be noted that the side effects are only temporary.
There are several laser hair removal systems available today, but they all work using the principal of selective photothermolysis, in which a carefully timed pulse of laser energy passes through the skin and is absorbed and converted to heat energy at the hair follicle.
Because longer wavelength laser light penetrates deepest, the most common lasers used are the Ruby, Alexandrite, Diode, and Nd:YAG lasers, all red or infrared lasers. The bottom line, all of these may be the cause for some side effects that a patient may experience.
The possibility exists that some side effects of laser hair removal can be one of the following:
* Redness- this could be an initial side effect on the part of the client after undergoing the laser hair removal which is usually caused by the heat that transpires on the skin to the hair follicles.
* Swelling- this complements the redness of the patient’s skin after treatment.
* Itching- it is commonly experienced by the patients during treatment sessions.
* Pain, tingling, or feeling of numbness (cold spray) - this is why the surgeons advised the patients not to apply any cream prior to the treatment that may cause their numbness.
* Crusting/scab formation (on ingrown hairs).
* Bruising- this is noted to be one of the rarest cases being brought up by the patients after the laser hair removal treatment.
* Purpura (Purple Coloring of the skin) on tanned areas- the laser hair removal is not that advisable for individual who have tanned skin because this is the most crucial problem that they could encounter after treatment.
* Temporary pigment change- it could be classified as either hypo-pigmentation or hyper-pigmentation on the client’s skin.
Although there are some risks in laser hair removal treatment, there are still other clients who have tested the treatment that have described it as simply as having a feeling of being snapped by a rubber band. Most patients tolerate the procedure well, but some areas of the body are more sensitive than others which is why they experience these side effects. This is very normal even with other forms of skin treatments.
Immediate side effects if any are frequently minor and short lived. Most people return to their normal activities right away.
People should not be upset if there are some side effects brought by the laser hair removal because the lasers that are used at out-clinic are non-invasive and are designed to be gentle enough to treat an individual’s sensitive skin and effective enough to remove even a man’s beard or back hair. Each has an active cooling system to gently treat hair while protecting the appearance of the surrounding skin.
Even though there are a few side effects with laser hair removal we must bear in mind that these are unavoidable, and for most people the outcome still outweighs this annoyance.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:26pm
Under Laser Hair Removal
The removal of unwanted hair with lasers has rapidly gained popularity. However this form of treatment is not for everyone and it is important that consumers become educated as to the different and competing hair removal procedures available.
Some procedures still in use are outdated, whilst some are more suitable for certain hair and skin colors.
What are laser hair removal requirements?
It is most important that the surrounding skin is lighter than the hair. Also very dark skins absorb excessive laser energy which is not ideal.
Patients with light hair and tanned skin should not consider laser hair removal treatment.
However if you have dark hair and a tan, you must wait for the tan to fade before having treatment. Note that you will require several treatments depending on the body areas, and although relatively cheaper that electrolysis, laser hair removal costs could exceed $1000.
How much will laser hair removal cost?
This depends on the size of the area being treated. Top treatment centers average around $500 a session, and generally four treatment sessions are prescribed.
Whole back or leg areas will cost a lot more, whilst small upper lip areas could be cheaper. You would need to have an individual assessment by the laser center for more exact costing.
What is the effect of skin color on laser hair removal?
Light skin:
Easier to perform Fewer treatments Better and faster results
Darker skin:
Slower results More sessions Greater expertise required Individualized treatment required What is the effect of hair color on laser hair removal?
Dark hair:
Absorbs more laser energy Easier to treat Coarse dark hair gives best response
Light hair:
More difficult to treat Blonde or red hair is very difficult to treat Multiple treatment sessions are required Results are variable How many treatments are required for laser hair removal?
A single laser session could result in long-term hair removal, however multiple treatment sessions are usually required for best results. This is mostly due to the fact that hair grows in cycles and individual strands are not all in a growth phase at the same time which is when laser hair removal is most effective.
What body areas can be treated with laser hair removal?
Anywhere except next to the eye. The most requested areas are:
The face Upper lip Neck Chest Periareolar Underarms Back Abdomen Bikini line Legs
Are laser hair removal results permanent?.
Hair removal techniques such as waxing, shaving, and plucking all have temporary results. Some newer lasers show positive evidence that laser hair removal produces permanent hair reduction after each treatment on an accumulative basis. However results can be individually variable, even using the latest lasers.
Some Important Laser Hair Removal Considerations.
There are no guarantees. Exact laser hair removal results for each individual patient are unpredictable, particularly with regard to the number of treatment sessions required.
It is highly recommended that you choose quality over price when selecting a laser hair removal clinic. This procedure is an exact science, and the best results come from the centers with the most experience.
Properly performed laser hair removal is effective in the vast majority of cases. It is usually only those with blonde or red hair that do not respond well.
Laser hair removal is not compatible with tanning as it will reduce it’s effectiveness and increase the number of sessions required.
Some light or dark skin pigment changes may occur and persist for months, but these are usually temporary and very rare in untanned patients with fair skin.
Rarely blisters and burns may occur, especially in dark skinned patients.
As beta carotene darkens the skin, it’s consumption should be avoided for several months prior to treatment.
African-Americans and those with dark skins can take heart that new lasers and techniques available at specialized laser hair removal centers can now provide effective laser hair removal for most patients, no matter what their skin type.
Latest Advancements In Laser Hair Removal
Lasers for hair removal from tanned and black skin have continued to advance with new long wavelength multi-pulse lasers.
Specialized laser clinics can offer at up to three different laser hair removal technologies for optimal treatment of different skin and hair types:
multi-pulse alexandrite single-pulse alexandrite multi-pulse Nd-Yag lasers
Skin cooling techniques should be used before, during and after the laser pulse as the best way to keep discomfort at a minimum during the laser hair removal session.
All laser hair removal settings must be determined for each individual patient’s hair and skin color, as well as for the location and coarseness of the hair to be treated and the patient’s reactions.
It could be dangerous to use topical anesthetic creams or solutions excessively. Better to avoid them completely if possible, particularly whilst the proper laser settings are being initially determined.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:25pm
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Chances are you have heard about hair laser being a permanent removal but is it true! The interesting thing is that laser treatments are sometimes very misunderstood. Typically, people thing this type of procedure does provide permanent results. In other words, a woman could see a board certified doctor who provides hair laser treatment thinking that after one session, the hair on her leg will never grow back.
With this, there are two misconceptions. The first is that hair laser for permanent removal is a myth. Second, in the majority of cases one treatment is not adequate. With laser hair removal, what you get is permanent hair “reduction”. The problem is that data as to the duration for this reduction and the amount of hair reduction achieved is not recorded. Another challenge is that information on how often someone experiences permanent hair reduction occurs is also unknown.
For hair removal to work, a laser light set at a specific wavelength is delivered into the skin. Targeting the pigmentation in hair, it causes thermal damage to the hair follicle but without damaging any of the surrounding tissue. When performed by a professional, people do see amazing results but even with this, they are not permanent. Instead, people experience long-lasting hair removal or a permanent reduction of hair growth, not actually permanent hair removal.
Depending on the type of laser used, the kind of hair targeted, and the area of the body being worked on, regrowth will return but in most cases, it grows in lighter and the texture is not nearly as course. This means that hair does grow back but it takes longer and then is not as obvious as it originally was, making laser hair removal such a popular choice. Then, since hair removal can be performed on men and women and on various parts of the body, it becomes an even more attractive opportunity.
When considering hair laser for permanent removal, keep in mind that people with blonde, red, and gray hair usually have poorer results over those with dark hair. In addition, individuals with dark skin need to see a professional who specializes in hair laser removal for dark skin in that the process is much more challenging. Unfortunately, the word “permanent” when associated with laser hair removal has been misused and sometimes, misrepresented.
Therefore, if you see an advertisement for a clinic or spa that offers services for hair removal and permanent removal, move on. Unfortunately, some unsuspecting consumers will become drawn into words such as “100% permanent” or even “permanent”, spending good money to have a number of treatments performed, and then only to discover the hair grows back. The bottom line is these people have been duped with one simple word - permanent.
Any promise of no hair regrowth is nothing more than a lie. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cracked down on certain terms. Because of this, they have established regulations by which clinics and spas must use the word “reduction” in the advertisement. Yes, as mentioned people do experience permanent reduction. In other words, if a woman had thick hair on her legs and had to shave every day, using laser removal might means the hair growing in lighter as far as color but also texture. Therefore, she might be able to shave every third day. This alone is a huge advantage and worth the investment but be careful when choosing who will perform your hair laser removal procedures.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:25pm
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There is this popular saying that if you cannot style, color, or decorate your hair, then you should remove it. And many women have adopted this attitude towards their body hair, because unwanted body hair are not only embarrassing, but also lower people’s self esteem.
Luckily, several options for body hair removal are available. Many women and some men usually resort to plucking, trimming or tweezing methods, but none of these yields total satisfaction. Other options like hair growth inhibitors, permanent electrolysis machines, hair removal creams, and permanent body hair removal, can also be used, but this will depend on the type of hair you wish to remove.
Those interested in proper body hair need to consult a professional for two reasons; either to carry out the treatment or to offer tips regarding the purchase of the materials you will need to perform the procedure yourself.
The objective of the body hair removal must also be put into consideration. Are you removing the hair temporarily so that you can look better in swim wears? or is it to permanently remove the unwanted hair on your face.
Body hair removal can be done in many ways. The traditional method of shaving is still very much in use, and it has the advantage of being easy, less expensive, and very fast. But its greatest limitation is the tendency of the hair to grow back rapidly. Products referred to as depilatories can also be used, and they remove unwanted hair by dissolving it through the use of chemicals. This method for body hair removal is equally fast, but you must ensure that your skin is not sensitive to the chemicals. Always seek the opinion of a professional before using this method.
Waxing is another body hair removal technique, and it is very popular and longer lasting than the previous two. the process of waxing pulls the hair out of their roots, which makes it difficult for the hair to grow back quickly in contrast to shaving. It is ideal to carry out waxing monthly.
The use of electric current, also called electrolysis is another method of removing hair that has been employed for a long time. Electrolysis as a body hair removal can be done in the home by anyone, but many prefer to undergo this treatment in a clinic that specialize in the process due to the longer time it takes to complete the process, especially if the hair to be removed is large.
The current trends are now laser treatments, and has the advantage of being very fast, painless and permanently removes hair after several sessions.
Regardless of the method you choose for your body hair removal, it is crucial to consult an expert especially if you are dealing with sensitive areas of the body where you cannot afford to make mistakes.
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July 31st, 2007 at 04:24pm
Under Hair Removal
Are you carrying extra hair under your armpit, on your face or any other part of the body? If yes, then definitely you would like to remove them and you are doing that quite some time. But you are irritated with the routine of removing these on a regular interval of 2 to 3 days. Do you need a permanent solution for the removal of these unwanted hairs? If answer to all of the above questions is yes, then read this article, identify the different sections and sub sections of your body, where you are carrying extra hair and get the rid of these.
Why hairs are unwanted?
Though all the hairs are not unwanted but at the same time either you need to get them done with the help of a hairdresser or totally remove them. If hairs on legs of a woman are undesirable, then hair of nostrils and armpits are undesirable for both men and women. Some time removing is for looking gorgeous and cool and some time it’s the demand, because we cannot carry them all along. A cool looking wonder boy, especially in his teens will not like to carry hairs of beard, at the same time a hot babe would not like to carry hairs on her legs, especially below knees. More importantly, less hair means less bacteria.
So here are few tips for you, if you want to get rid of those unwanted hairs: 1. Shave it. Yes, shave your hair but this is only temporary, you need to shave at an interval of 2 to 3 days. Shaving facial hair is not for women; so, if you are a woman carrying some facial hair, get professional help.
2. Tweeze it. Tweezing unwanted hair is better but painful. Tweezing facial hair is not recommended for ladies.
3. Use creams, gels or lotions that contain a special type of chemical. Its effect makes the hair removal less painful and easy. This may cause irritation, so use only good quality products. Before applying, do a small test on a small area of your face, if fell comfortable, then only use otherwise not.
4. Do waxing every 4 to 6 weeks. Apply hot wax or cold wax in the area of your body from where you want to remove the hair. The hair will be glued to the wax, and when you pull the wax, this will take out the hair with it. Before applying wax in full, apply it on a small area of your skin to do the allergic test. Your skin may be extra sensitive towards wax and this may harm you.
5. Electrolysis is a permanent method of hair removal. This method requires several treatments over a period of time.
6. Laser it. It is a permanent method of unwanted hair removal. But must go for professional help and that to only with a licensed professional.
Important:
1. Discuss the hair removal with your physician.
2. All kind of hair removal techniques cause some discomfort, so be sure to consider what will be best for you before applying any method.
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