We all have things about our appearance we would like to change. Unwanted facial or body hair is one of those things that we don’t need to live with. Having soft, touchable, hair-free skin is possible. There are millions of people who have had hair removal treatments. They now feel more professional and confident in their business career and much more attractive in their personal life.

Many factors can contribute to the growth of excess hair, such as heredity, normal physiological changes, malfunction of the endocrine system, medication and even stress.

Let’s look at Electrolysis.

This is the only method of permanent hair removal for men and women. It was first developed in the United States in 1875. Electrolysis has been approved by the American Medical Association and the US Food and Drug Administration. It is the only safe and effective way to permanently remove unwanted growing hair from all skin types and all hair colors.

There are three methods used today. The first is true electrolysis, otherwise known as galvanic. The second is thermolysis, which uses a high frequency radio wave. The third is the most advanced method called the blend. This is an intelligent combination of both electrolysis and thermolysis. All three modalities are safe, effective and permanent.

An electrolysis treatment involves the insertion of a sterile probe, the same size as the hair, into the hair follicle opening. A small trace of electrical current is used to treat the dermal papilla and the lower two-thirds of the follicle. The hair is then slid out of the follicle. Each hair is individually treated. Since hair grows in different stages and some hairs are thicker and more deeply rooted than others, regrowth may appear in a smaller and finer hair. Subsequent follow-up visits and following a regime will result in permanency. Once it is shut down, that follicle will never be able to produce another hair.
This is an ideal treatment for removing facial hairs, perfectly shaping eyebrows and treating smaller amounts of body hair.

Discomfort during a treatment is relative to each individual. Some find the treatments to be a very relaxing experience, while others prefer the use of numbing creams, and the use of insulated probes. A skilled and well-trained electrologist will be able to assist in finding the most comfortable and effective treatment for you.
Not all states have regulations for the practice of electrolysis. Pennsylvania is one of them. For this reason it’s very important that you choose a practitioner that is certified in electrology

What about laser hair removal?

Laser is permanent hair reduction. There are five different types of lasers that are used for hair reduction. Laser treatments are relatively quick and can achieve results up to 80% reduction. Some lasers use a small amount of radiation and are most efficiently used for larger areas of the body such as a back or legs. Laser is also known to only work well on lighter skin tones with darker colored hair. Laser hair treatments can be uncomfortable. It has been compared to the feeling of snapping your skin with a rubber band. The use of numbing creams can make it more tolerable. Laser hair reduction is not a permanent solution. Most laser treatment centers offer reduced-price treatments for the rest of your life to maintain the hair reduction achieved. For some areas of the body this is a sufficient solution. For those who are looking for permanent results, you can also follow up laser treatments with electrolysis.

Electrolysis treatments cost anywhere from $50 to $65 for a half hour session. The amount of sessions needed is relative to each individual.

Laser sessions can range from $200 to $1,200 per session depending on the area being treated. Monthly sessions are desirable for the first 6 to 8 months.

The at-home hair removal kits and electric tweezers are not recommended! According to Hair Facts.com, (products and services to avoid) the at home, do-it-yourself kits are scams! There has been no published proof that these devices work as claimed.