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How women can remove facial hair?

25 maggio, 2011 (14:44) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

Finding it hard to find a facial hair removal  for women? Some women develop what it is called hirutism, an excess of facial hair. If your hair is not dark and thick, the facial hair might not be a problem to bother you as it is less noticeable. Unfortunately, for women with darker skin, the mustache and hair on their chin is very anaesthetical.

The main reason why women have facial hair is down to hereditary conditions for which they can not do much about, other than finding a solution to get rid of it. Usually women with darker skin pigment tend to have hair because hereditary conditions. Other women may develop a sudden increase in facial hair due to hormonal changes in their bodies. Usually, it means that their bodies have more male hormones than normal. Others may notice a growth in face hair if they suffer from PCOS. No matter the cause of your facial hair, the hair removal methods can be either temporary, either permanent solutions.

Sugaring is a technique used for centuries by women looking to remove hair, not only on the face, but on other parts of their body as well. You can purchase natural sugaring gels to use for removing unwanted hair. Compared with waxing procedure, sugaring is less known today, yet it is less painful than waxing.

Now, the most popular method for removing unwanted body hair is waxing. Also an old method of hair removal, it is not always recommend it if you suffer from heart conditions or have allergies for example. Waxing can be done by yourself at home with warm or cold wax. Or, if you have the time and money and fancy pampering yourself a little bit, you could do facial waxing in a cosmetic salon by a professional. Since face is a more sensitive area than legs or arms, it is recommended you have it done by a professional.

Permanent hair removal methods include electrolysis and laser hair removal. Both are perfect for smaller skin areas such as mustache and face, though the high cost of the procedure is the main deterrent for many women of trying them.

Permanent Facial Hair Removal for Women

13 novembre, 2010 (02:11) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

There are many women who have suffered the effects of having excess facial hair, from being ridiculed as a child, to having an undesirable, masculine look in adulthood. This is because facial hair is often associated to men, which is why women who have them and are conscious of their appearance take great steps in order to solve the problem. While there are many, cheap and effective methods to deal with excess facial hair, these are often temporary, and for some women, permanent facial hair removal is the only choice, in order to not go through the hassle of regularly using a removal product.

There are a number of options, like laser removal, which uses medical lasers to disable the hair follicles, and electrolysis, which has the same principle, but uses electricity instead. Lasers are said to be less effective than electrolysis when it comes to giving “permanent” results, but electrolysis can cause scarring, so weighing the risks is definitely a factor when it comes to deciding.

What they do have in common though, is the fact that they can be very expensive. Each treatment averages roughly around $150-$400 per area, a price that is dependent on many factors like the location of the clinic, the local economy, and the reputation of the facility. And just like any other medical treatment, there are a number of steps that need to be taken before the procedure itself.

First, consult with a specialist. While it is easy to just decide on a permanent facial hair removal method, a specialist will give a better explanation at the risks and possible results involved with the procedure, not to mention give an estimate of the cost. Also, go to multiple clinics to get different offers and opinions, in order for you to get the most information before making a decision. When the best clinic is chosen, make sure that any instructions, pre-treatment and post-treatment, have to be followed to maximize the effectivity of the treatment.

Permanent facial hair treatments can be a very good investment for people who can afford it, so if you’re looking to remove your excess hair problem permanently, be sure to check out the possible options!

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Removing Unwanted Hair From Your Face

3 novembre, 2010 (22:07) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

Any experienced dude can tell you, as you age, you’ll find more hair in places you don’t care for. You’ll mostly find hair in places where it is not “appropriate” by other people’s standards. There are many aspects that a man must keep groomed regardless of what you do. Certain places on your head need attention every day to keep you looking share. Check out these tips for removing unwanted hair:

Your Ears

As you age, you’ll need to pay closer attention to these areas. When you’re about to make your move in a night club and the woman you’re with see your hairy ears, she’ll be turned off almost immediately. Grab your tools to focus on men’s grooming and pluck these out. If you find the use of tweezers to take a long time, then purchase an electric tool. Scissors close to the ear are not very safe. Get a tool that will keep you clean and safe at the same time.

The Nose

Very similar to your ear issues, the nose must be keep clean at all times. Especially, if you’re talking up close with someone, you must have clean nose. Remove the stray hairs with tweezers or scissors, but this depends on the degree of hair the needs to be removed. The same rule applies; invest in a professional trimmer if this issue overly affects you.

Your Eyebrows

No matter who you are or what you do, bushy eyebrows are a big no no. Society does not like the unibrow or bushy eyebrows. You can take some water and combs your eyebrow hair up. With scissors, trim all of the excess hair. Don’t use tweezers here unless you’re a pro. Invest in a trimmer to thin your eyebrows in the same manner that you would trim your beard. Trust me, this will tar years off your appearance.

If you’re one of the many guys who enjoy the male salon, facial waxing is the option for you. It does not hurt as much as you’d think. It’s a relatively quick process that looks smooth and lean when finished. Try them out and notice the difference for yourself.

Costs of Permanent Hair Removal

28 ottobre, 2010 (04:34) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

Men and women have body hair all over, some have more hair in smaller space than others and unfortunately, some have too much hair on certain areas of their skin that they rather not have. This is why permanent hair removal is always a sought-after service in the clinics.

First let us understand our body hair. They grow from inside of our skin, in structures called follicle. The hair grows from inside the skin to the outside, with the upper part visible to us. Shaving only removes the upper part and it will not stop the follicle from growing new hair every time. That is why constant shaving is needed.

So in order to kill the follicles, we need to have treatment to target them directly. Two popular treatment that works well are electrolysis and laser treatment. Different factors will decide which treatment works better for an individual.

Let’s see the difference – Electrolysis vs Laser Hair Removal:

During eletrolysis, a small needle which is hooked up to a machine will be inserted into your skin. When it is in contact with the follicle, a small jolt of electricity is then released to burn and kill the follicle.

This method works well but since it is targeting the follicle individually, it is a slow and steady process. So usually this treatment is done on the face or other areas with the hair scattered all around.

Meanwhile for laser treatment, it can target multiple follicles at once. The laser identifies the follicles under the skin based on its darker pigmentation compared to the lighter-colored skin. This treatment is suitable for areas with a high density of hair growth like the arms and the back.

With that in mind, it is obvious that the laser treatment works well if you have dark hair and light skin color. Those with blonde or gray hair would find the electrolysis treatment works better.

The hairs on our body follow their own different cycle. Some parts of the hair might be actively growing while the others are in a paused mode. The laser meanwhile can only target the root of the hair that is actively growing so the others will survive the process. This is why a few sessions of laser treatment are needed so that the different sessions will target a different group of hairs in their growing cycle.

These treatments are affordable and the cost are influenced by several factors, obviously by size of the skin are to be treated and the type of treatment chosen. For example electrolysis treatment on the face is cheaper if compared to the back treatment.

The laser hair removal treatment are charged per session. A report released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons revealed that the average price of laser treatment is $429.

For electrolysis, different areas would have different cost. The face area cost an average of $40 while the back area can cost up to $300 per session, with the sessions numbering somewhere from 3 to 20.

After you have removed the unwanted hair, now you can show them off. If they are your back then have a nice looking tribal design tattoo using temporary airbrush tattoo ink.

Revitol Hair Removal Cream

27 ottobre, 2010 (00:45) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

What product to pick up for hair removal ? Or a better question is, how to remove hair from our body ? If you are tired of old razors and painful expensive waxing, here is the answer for you: Revitol hair removal cream. This product will help you to forget razors and expensive and painful waxing. You don’t need to think of some laser treatments any more.

The Revitol hair removal cream is a brand new product, which effectively removes hair from all the parts of the body you want. You can use this cream on legs, feet, shoulders, back, chest, knees and even eyebrow. To use this cream you have just to apply a small amount of cream on the part of the body you want to treat. To remove hair, wait 15 minutes after applying, and wash the cream away. You will be surprised of the results that this cream can provide you. After washing, your skin will have a nice smell, smooth feeling and what is more important, it will look healthy.

Your skin will be healthy, because the Revitol hair removal cream has natural ingredients like green tea extracts, aloe vera, and vitamin A and vitamin E. All these ingredients, work all together to keep your skin healthy and good looking.

The Revitol hair removal cream removes the hair from the follicle, meaning that the results will last for a long time. This also means, that the cream will last you for some time. The cream has really positive results and it doesn’t leave any redness or irritation on your skin. This cream can be used for women as well as  for men.

From our experience we can say that this hair removal cream will stop you from shaving, tweezing, waxing and other unwanted hair problems on your body. Revitol is a product that consists of natural ingredients, that’s why is different from other creams, which use harsh toxic chemicals.

Lasers and Cosmetic Procedures

25 ottobre, 2010 (03:16) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

With the advancements in laser technology we have made cosmetic alterations and improvements more readily available and convenient to more of the general public.  A new option is now available and very convenient to help many who are looking to look as young as we feel.

People are taking better care of themselves and living a healthier life style but perhaps their faces are showing their actual age rather than the age they feel.  People want to stay active as long as they can and they’d like their outer shell to reflect their youthful enthusiasm.  Very understandable.

One of the key elements these cosmetic offices have in common is laser.  The advancements of laser technology combined with the desire for baby boomers to live forever, has caused a huge growth in the number of people receiving treatments.  Cosmetic procedures can affect a person’s mental well being in a very positive way.

Some, but not all, cosmetic procedures can now be accomplished more easily, more efficiently, and with an easier healing experience for the patient.  From spider vein laser removal to wrinkle removal, lasers have shown to be very successful in treating many conditions.

Even with the success record of lasers in face cosmetic surgery, expectations for the final results have to be kept in a reasonable range.  Cosmetic surgery is not a miracle that will eliminate twenty years from your life.  Although, claims to remove 10 – 15 years worth of signs of aging are made with these results lasting for a few years.  Your doctor should be completely honest and forthcoming when he describes what he expects the end result to be.  It’s great to have a positive attitude as long as you keep it within reasonable bounds.

Cosmetic procedures such as laser treatment are not covered under medical insurance. It’s considered unnecessary. To make these procedures available to a wider range of people, most medical spas and doctor’s offices are now offering various finance plans to assist you in paying for the procedure you want.  Being able to space out payments over a set period of time, makes cosmetic procedures more affordable and available to individuals living on a modest income.  Although females are the primary number visiting cosmetic spas these days, men take up a substantial average of 25 percent.  As trends change, more men are becoming concerned about their looks and how aging affects their looks.

Best Hair Removal

22 ottobre, 2010 (18:55) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

These days, there are a variety of ways made available to us when it comes to removing unwanted body hairs. We’re not limited to razors anymore, we’re talking about shaving, waxing, tweezing, and zapping to name a few.

So what type of hair removal is best for you?

SHAVING: During World War II, shaving became quite popular due to the shortage of nylon stockings at the height of the “bare legs” trend. Shaving is considered to be the most convenient way of getting rid of unwanted body hair. It’s cheap and fast. Shaving is recommended on your legs and underarms. This method is usually pain- free when you use a sharp blade and a shaving cream, oil, or lotion. The effect usually lasts up to 3 days then stubble starts to appear on the shaved area.

WAXING: Waxing is another famous hair removal method. Waxing involves putting warm wax on a portion of the skin and letting it cool to make the hairs attach to the wax. The wax is then pulled off in the opposite direction that the hair is growing resulting to pulling out of hairs by their roots. This process can be done at home or in the salon depending on your preference.

The advantages of waxing are that it can be done quickly and it is affordable if you choose to do it at home. The effect can last up to two weeks or longer, making it one of the hair removal methods that have longer effects. The drawback is that for this method to be effective, your hair should be at least 1/4 inch long to ensure that they would have a firmer grip on the wax.

TWEEZING: Tweezing is the method that is highly recommended for the eyebrows. This method is usually done in- between waxing or threading to remove growing hairs. For this method to be effective, the hair should be long enough to be grasped by your tweezers so you better invest on reliable tweezers for best results.

THREADING: Threading is a famous method patronized by beauty experts and highly recommend for the brows. This method is usually done by an aesthetician who uses a double stranded thread made of cotton to twist and twirl around hairs then pull them out from the roots. This process usually takes 5 to 10 minutes to get done. The chin, eyebrows, and upper lip are considered to be the best sites for threading.

ELECTROLYSIS: Electrolysis focuses on zapping one hair at a time which guarantees that it is far more effective in removing unwanted body hair compared to lasers. Although it is more expensive, more painful, and takes longer to perform compared to laser treatments, most customers who undergo this procedure are quite satisfied with the results.

LASER: Laser treatment is not recommended for everyone. Lasers are only effective on people who have dark hair and light skin because lasers target the melanin on our skin which are mostly found on people with dark hair. Laser treatments aren’t as painful when compared to waxing but are more painful than tweezing and depilatory creams. After laser treatments, there is about 80% of reduction on hair growth. This treatment should be done under the supervision of an experienced technician to avoid any lasting side effects from occurring.

Facial Hair and Laser Removal

26 settembre, 2010 (23:48) | General, General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

Women plagued with unsightly facial hair now have an option that will allow that to stop constantly hiding and treating their facial hair and leave them with smooth hairless skin.  In the past women have used bleach, they’ve waxed, tweezed, and shaved off these facial hairs.  All of these methods results in skin irritation which causes further hiding from the world.  Repeating these method can eventually lead to permanent scarring. Now women have the option of facial hair laser removal.

Men are also now realizing the benefits of laser hair removal treatments for themselves.  Shaving every morning can get tedious at best but using laser removal you will still portray that clean cut professional appearance without the daily ritual.   Related benefits include the end to razor bumps and cuts that all men experience.

The newest equipment is able to treat areas without growing out the hairs as in the past. The hair is removed below and above the surface so the shadow of a beard is also gone.

Before you consider pursuing treatment, you should talk to your health care professional to ask his opinion on whether he thinks you are a good candidate for laser hair removal.  He should also be able to give a personal recommendation to help your search of a reputable facility.

The average time for a session is 20 minutes and you may resume normal activity immediately.  The best candidates are clients with dark hair.  Blondes and gray hair are the most difficult to treat. Skin tone is not a factor with the newest lasers.  Medical spas with the latest technology should have one laser – the Yag – to target people with darker skin tone and a second laser that is designed specifically to work on lighter skinned people.

Laser hair removal is classified as a medical procedure and should be administered by a trained professional.

Laser hair removal is never guaranteed to be permanent and you should be aware of the realistic statistics. Treatments of the face usually require maintenance for complete removal. A realistic expectation is a 50-70 % reduction of facial hair after three sessions.  Healing time between sessions is 6 weeks so as not to irritate the skin.

Prices vary depending on many factors.  It is dependent on the area you live in and possibly the number of medical spas offering the service.  The more competition, the better the pricing.

An overall average across the country for facial laser removal is between $150 and $350 per session.  Your first appointment often includes an evaluation and price for your individual situation.

Choosing the Right Facial Hair Remover

21 settembre, 2010 (20:04) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

Men often have facial hair. They allow it to grow so that they can look tough and masculine. Often times, men shave off their facial hairs to maintain a clean look. Either way, it wouldn’t be embarrassing for men to have facial hair or none. However, this would be a different story for women. Having facial hairs for women may be embarrassing for them. Most cultures do not approve of women having facial hairs. This changes their feminine image which can cause them to be less attractive. Because of this, women who have facial hair growth would seek for a facial hair removal that would satisfy their needs.

Removing facial hairs comes in varied types. There are very inexpensive methods and there are that can permanently prevent the growth of facial hair. Temporary facial hair removing agents can be easily found. This would include your shaving, waxing and plucking facial hairs with tweezers. Although shaving is the least expensive of any kind of hair removing procedure, it is not that advisable among women for removing facial hairs. Shaving can cause the hair to become harder as it grows back. This can also leave bumps on the skin and may allow the skin to feel rough.

Women often use tweezers to shape their eyebrows. This allows them to shape it to something suitable that can enhance their looks. However, plucking of facial hairs above the lip and on the chin is not commonly practiced. Plucking of facial hair may be painful and can cause bumps on the face to appear.

The most commonly used facial hair removal for women is waxing. This hair removal product can help remove facial hair without leaving bumps on the skin. It also removes dead skin cells which can allow the skin to have a smooth feel afterwards. Women use waxing to remove hair on the eyebrows, facial hair above the lip or on the chin. Unlike shaving and the use of tweezers, waxing would less likely irritate your skin. The facial hair is removed by placing a strip of cloth with wax of the area where there is hair growth. The strip is then pulled off with the facial hairs attached to it.

The use of temporary ways to remove hair may be helpful for women. However, if you are looking for a more permanent solution to remove facial hairs then you can ask your dermatologist which procedure would be best for you. Laser and Electrolysis are two ways to remove facial hair permanently.

Best Hair Remover Products

25 maggio, 2010 (00:58) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

One of the basic human conditions when it comes to grooming, is dealing with our hair. Some people love a lot of hair while others spend a lot of time trying to keep it groomed by spending a lot of money or simply keeping it cut and trimmed. Cutting is easy, but what if you want to use a hair remover?

The vast amount of products can boggle the mind and can make a person wonder what is the best product or method to use to control their unwanted hair. Removing hair will usually conjure thoughts of women taking extreme measures. Waxing, bikini waxing, electrolysis and laser hair removal are a few methods that come to mind. Creams are also a popular method that the the ladies use. Although not as popular, creams are much less expensive than other methods of hair removal. A quick trip to the grocery store or a quick check on Amazon will reveal plenty of product choices for ladies and men. $20 or less and you have a do-it-yourself home hair remover in a bottle. Be warned though, this is a chemical process and it’s messy.

Although women may use hair remover products more than men, we all have the occasional need. Unwanted hair can be a source of embarrassment depending on where on your body its growing. Men have problem with their backs. Some women want it removed from their upper lip and underarms. You could always use an epilator. An epilator works on the principal of actually pulling the hair out by the root. It’s not as bad as it sounds. The first treatment is always the worst but it gets better over time. The hair growth will become thinner and thinner as you use it over an extended period of time. One of the most common remedies to hair removal would be the epilator. It almost sounds painful just to say it. The first time you remove hair in an area by using an epilator is usually the worst. My best advice is to experiment with low cost products and work your way up. If you use this method, you will eventually find what works at the least expensive price.

Laser Hair Removal Prices – What They Mean

20 aprile, 2010 (15:30) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

Laser hair removal prices vary by the location and size of the area that requires hair removal. Many people find the long lasting effects and reduction in hair growth worth the cost. In the long run, a person may spend a lot of money on other hair removal products over time that will add up and not get rid of unwanted hair.

There are many factors when determining cost. Several of which are how large of an area it is, how thick hair is, and the individual physician actually doing the procedure. A single treatment can range from $100 to $300 dollars. Every person is unique, so it is difficult to give an exact estimate of how much it will cost. The best way to predict this is to set up a consultation. That way, the dermatologist can predict how many treatments it will take. Many offices have a package deal to make laster treatments cheaper. In general, the thicker the hair is, the more procedures will be needed. The laser will make hair thinner and thinner until it no longer comes back or is no longer visible.

For some individuals, one laser treatment will last several months before the hair even begins to grow back. For other people, the hair will be visible with the next hair growth cycle within the month. Fees will also vary depending on if the person lives in a suburban, urban, or rural area. It may also be cheaper to go to a certified technician instead of a dermatologist.

Although the session does not take long at all, the effects are long lasting. It is better to get a consultation for the most accurate prices. Also, do research on who is doing the procedure. They may be the cheapest office in the area to do the procedure, but that does not mean the most qualified. It is recommended to have someone certified, as the wrong settings on the machine can lead to blistered or burnt skin.

The internet has many useful websites not only about the procedure, but many doctors are even putting their prices up on their websites. The goal is to have people do their research and know the baseline prices before setting up a consultation.

Laser hair removal prices will vary by area, hair thickness, state, and population. If there are many laser hair removal doctors or dermatologists in the area, they may compete to have the best price. An area such as an upper lip may only cost $100 per session, but an entire arm may cost $200 per session.  Lasers tend to favor lighter skin with dark hair follicles, as it can be easier for the laser to attack the hair and damage the root of the follicle. Peach fuzz or very thin hair will not have as good as an outcome as darker, thick hair due to the nature of the laser.

Laser hair removal options for men

20 aprile, 2010 (12:03) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

If you think removing hair is only for ladies, you are mistaken! Today most hair removing experts claim that a good part of their clients is men. It has become the top non-surgical procedure in cosmetics for both men and women. And there are various laser hair removal options for men available now. Laser back hair removal, removing hair for the scalp, sensitive skin, red hair etc are some of them.
How does hair removal by laser method work? It is targeted to the melanin pigment that gives the color to the hair. When the melanin absorbs the laser’s light, the heat kills the hair follicles that are present around. This is a very popular and effective treatment for people who have excess hair on their chest, back, abdomen and neck.

Hair removing for males has been usually associated with athletes, swimmers, body builders and cyclists who feel that the presence of excess hair on their body can hinder their performance. So men from all walks of life are coming to remove unwanted hair using laser and enjoy the results of it. Another reason for going in for this treatment is that it increases their sex appeal. Some women get attracted to a clean shaven look of a male and hence the laser hair removing treatment may increase the level of confidence in men.

Men face great problems while trying to remove their back hair. It may not be easy to shave one’s own back. It can also be embarrassing or frustrating to ask someone to do it for you. Waxing has its own problems like pain, hard to apply it etc. And if you have excess hair, it is very difficult to remove it using waxing. The simplest solution for removing hair from the back and shoulders has become advanced laser treatments. The advantage of laser treatments for back hair over waxing or depilatories is that lasers represent permanent hair reduction. Removing back hair using laser is also less painful than waxing and more efficient than shaving or depilatories.

Why Laser Hair Removal Cost Vary

19 aprile, 2010 (22:53) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

Laser hair removal is done to forever eliminate unwanted hair from certain parts of the body. It works much like shaving and tweezing, however, the effect is permanent; thus, it is more convenient in the long run. However, laser hair removal cost is no joke. If you do not have extra cash to spend, then this is not the procedure for you.

The laser hair removal cost varies depending on the size of the area where the hair is to be removed – bigger area, consequently, has higher cost than smaller ones. The price may also depend on the complexion of your skin and the texture of your hair; because these two are the criteria in determining how many times you have to go back to your dermatologist for a laser hair removal session. Those who are fair-skinned with dark and coarse hair will probably pay less as laser hair removal works faster for them.  This is how you can determine the laser hair removal cost.

The most common area where laser hair removal is done is in the underarm, so it will only make sense if we discuss the laser hair removal cost for that area. Although it is true that the pricing will vary from one person to another, the cost for the entire treatment of underarm laser hair removal is within the range of $500 to $1500 USD. The marketing team of the hair removal company will actually help you decide what package is best for you and your budget. You may haggle to get the price that you want, but do not get your hopes up; this treatment is really costly.

The cost of laser hair removal for other areas of the body, like the legs and the back, usually ranges from $1000 to up to as high as $5000 USD. Again, the price will highly depend on several factors. Contact your local dermatologist or browse the web to compare prices.

Chest Shaving Made Easy and Effective

6 aprile, 2010 (13:16) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

There are many different ways to remove body hair including waxing, tweezing, laser or electrolysis treatments, or applying depilatory products. However, the easiest and least painful way for mens grooming to rid himself of unwanted hair is to shave it off. The chest is a popular area to be shaved and the process requires a bit of care in order to yield the best result.

First, trim the hair using scissors, hair clippers, or a beard trimmer. This will take off the majority of the hair’s length, requiring shaving of only short hairs, thus less frequent clogging of the razor. Get into the shower and rinse off any excess hair trimmings, then wet the chest area so the stubble will be damp prior to shaving.

Grab the shaving cream and apply it to the area, lathering it thickly. Shaving cream is recommended over foams and gels that tend to dry out the skin. Use a razor with new blades in order to achieve the closest shave. Shave the chest in the direction of the hair growth, using short, gentle strokes and then rinse the area thoroughly.

Aftercare is perhaps the most important step in the chest-shaving process. Since the chest area is a relative stranger to shaving, a shaving rash or itchy bumps may develop there. To prevent these nasty side effects, spray the chest with an antiseptic spray or apply rash cream to the area. This will ensure a smooth chest on the beach making your mens swimming trunks look even better!

The hair will inevitably re-grow within a short period. During re-growth, ingrown hairs may develop, which can be quite painful. To prevent these, the chest area should be exfoliated several times per week using a body scrub. The chest area may be re-shaved as necessary in order to maintain a smooth appearance. Shaving requires minimal time and materials and is much less painful than many of the other hair removal methods available today.

What Permanent Hair Removal Solutions Exist?

19 gennaio, 2010 (18:51) | General Hair Removal | By: GuestPoster

If you are looking for a way to remove unwanted hair where it will never grow back you don’t have to look far. There are really only two types of permanent hair removal methods: Electrolysis and Laser/IPL Hair removal.

These methods are not perfect (no method is) but at least they offer a solution if you can afford the time and the money for them.

Laser or IPL hair removal involves treating the hair with beams of high intensity light. This targets the color pigment in the hair and aims to damage the hair badly enough right down to the follicle so that it will not grow back. It has to make sure that the hair is treated with sufficient power while the surrounding skin is left undamaged however so it is a tricky process. And it means that laser hair removal is much less effective for those with light hair (such as blond, gray or red) or dark skin.

In electrolysis, each hair is treated with a current of electricity by inserting a probe near the base of the hair. The process has the same aim of damaging the hair follicle to such an extent that the hair does not grow back.

When comparing the two methods, laser hair removal is faster than electrolysis as several hairs can be treated at one time whereas with electrolysis each hair has to be treated individually. With electrolysis however you have a proven method of permanent hair removal and with laser hair removal just a proven method of hair reduction which can be significant if you want to be sure no hair will grow back.

The best thing is to use electrolysis for the smaller areas of the body such as the face and try laser hair removal for a larger area such as the legs to give the best combination of time required and effectiveness.