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Want to Try Permanent Hair Removal At Home?

August 30th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

If you have unwanted hair and want to remove it permanently, there are a host of options to accomplish this task. But if you prefer to try permanent hair removal at home, your options become much more limited. It is understandable that many people might prefer to perform this task in the privacy of their own homes.

But be aware that this is a prime area for scams and fraudulent products. So, the term “Buyer Beware” should be taken very seriously when shopping for home-quality hair removal equipment.

The top home use permanent hair removal options include:

Home Electrolysis Units

This is a hair removal option that is widely advertised for in-home use. Electrolysis involves a super-thin metal probe being placed into the hair follicle, with a small electrical charge being directed at the hair follicle. This damages the hair follicle, resulting in permanent hair removal for that individual hair.

You can find home electrolysis units for about $50. The key is to choose a unit that actually involves inserting a probe into the hair follicle. Electrolysis hair removal products that eliminate this step are probably not worth the effort because results will only be temporary, at best.

Sounds too good to be true? Well, permanent hair removal at home with electrolysis can be a tricky endeavor. It is extremely time-consuming, removes only one hair at a time, and the unit will not be as effective as its commercial counterpart. And beware – a common issue with these units is that, due to your lack of experience in electrolysis, it is easy to inadvertently damage the skin.

Many of the experts on permanent hair removal at home recommend that electrolysis be left in the hands of a professional.

Oral Medications

The fact is that most medications will not produce permanent hair removal at home. The best result you can usually strive for is a permanent hair ‘reduction’ through inhibiting the growth of new hair. The majority of these medications work by reducing the amount of testosterone or androgen (the specific hormones that control hair growth) in the system.

You will need to visit a dermatologist to obtain these medications because they currently all require a prescription. Some of the more common ones include: Propecia, Aldactone, and Daine35.

Topical Ointments and Creams

A prescription medication called Vaniqa is one of the only topical hair removal medications recommended for long-term hair loss. This medication works by retarding new hair growth.

Unfortunately, it is only a hair growth inhibitor and must be combined with another hair control method such as shaving, plucking, etc. And once the product is discontinued, hair will resume growing at its normal rate. This product is only recommended for women for use on facial hair.

Be a Cautious Consumer

Because many people would prefer to find methods of permanent hair removal at home, the market is ripe for all sorts of scam artists. They will try to sell you expensive products that are either unproven or totally ineffective. So, before spending large amounts on a piece of hair removal equipment or ‘special’ lotion, check it out with your dermatologist.

The Reality of Permanent Hair Removal Cream Products

August 30th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

Permanent hair removal cream is an extremely popular product in today’s world of beautification. Some manufacturers make outrageous claims while others are giving you the honest facts. But how do these products actually work?

The bottom line is that they work by dissolving the hair at the skin’s surface. They do not affect the root. And therein lies the problem! Because the creams don’t enter or alter the hair follicle in any way, eventually, the targeted hair will grow back.

The Reality of “Permanent” Hair Removal Creams

Something that should be noted is that few, if any, facial creams promise permanent hair removal. These products are effective only on a shorter term basis and will require re-application as the hair returns. The facial hair removal products that claim a permanent solution should be viewed as highly suspect, and should be discussed with your dermatologist prior to use.

The good news is that there are effective hair removal creams that provide relief on an intermediate-term basis. These usually involve a hair inhibitor that must be applied on a regular basis and actually do retard the re-growth of the hair.

What Are Hair Inhibitors?

A prescription product such as Vaniqa, is a topical anti-androgen ointment. What this means is that it doesn’t actually remove hair, but is a hair growth inhibitor that prevents, or retards, the re-growth of the hair. It must be used in conjunction with a hair removal method, such as shaving. Unfortunately, if the application of Vaniqa is discontinued, facial hair will resume growing at its normal rate.

Some over-the-counter creams claim to offer permanent hair removal. One that comes to mind is a product called Hair No More. This product offers both a hair remover and a hair inhibitor cream. The manufacturer claims that as long as the hair inhibitor is used regularly, the hair will not grow back. Unfortunately, these claims cannot be backed up with scientific studies. Anecdotal evidence suggests that it may work for some people, with some consumers being completely happy with these products and others stating the products are worthless.

Liquid “Electrolysis”?

You may have seen the advertisements for products called “liquid electrolysis.” In a typical electrolysis treatment, a fine metal probe is inserted into a hair follicle and a small electrical charge is administered which damages the hair follicle. This actually prevents that individual hair growing back.

The liquid electrolysis products contain a caustic, and even corrosive, substance that is applied to the targeted area. Due to the active ingredients in these products, they can result in severe skin irritation. With no documented proof that this treatment is permanent, the risks may certainly outweigh the benefits.

Be Careful!

Whether you know it or not, your skin is the largest organ in the makeup of the human body. And as you know, your skin can be extremely sensitive to artificial chemicals. As these products do contain numerous chemicals as their active agents, use of a permanent hair removal cream should be combined with extreme care. If you do elect to try any of these hair removal products, try using them sparingly in an inconspicuous area to determine if your skin will react to the ingredients. Don’t be afraid to be overly cautious – it could save you a lot of pain and irritation!

A Typical Laser Hair Removal Price List

August 30th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

Many people are familiar with, or have heard from their dermatologist, just how effective laser hair removal treatments can be. But the question in many people’s minds is whether or not these treatments are affordable. The reality is that a laser hair removal price list can vary widely from state to state or region to region.

Laser hair removal costs will obviously vary dependent on the thickness of the patient’s hair, the area to be treated, and the equipment being used. It is understandable that because of the uniqueness in each individual’s hair pattern, the actual results and the costs involved with the laser treatments can also be unique.

Fees for treatments, though identical, can differ dramatically just between clinics in the same city. So, it pays to shop around to find the best prices for treatment. Of course, make sure that you get references and be sure that the qualifications of the doctor or technician are acceptable.

You can expect to find a number of different fee structures for the laser hair removal clinics. A typical laser hair removal price list may be based on the following pricing methods:

A Fixed or a Flat Fee Structure
Sometimes a flat fee is charged for laser hair removal treatments, based on the type of treatment and area involved. The flat or fixed fee may be on a per treatment or package basis. A good example is a woman’s legs where a flat fee of $350 per treatment is charged regardless of the amount of hair to be removed.

Fee Per Pulse Method
Every time the laser equipment emits the laser light, it is called a pulse. Some laser clinics charge based on the number of pulses that it takes to complete the procedure. Consider that one pulse will take approximately one second and will remove, more or less, about a hundred hairs. Clinics using this pricing method may also charge a minimum fee for the treated body area. This results in the patient being charged either 1) the number of pulses time the price/pulse, or 2) a minimum fee for the specific body area, whichever is greater.

Amount of Treatment Time Expended
This is a pricing practice that has carried over from the electrolysis age. A significant number of laser hair removal clinics charge based on 15 minute segments. An example is where a woman’s legs take an hour for a laser treatment, with the clinic charging $100 per 15 minute segment. The treatment would cost a total of $400.

Average Prices Per Laser Treatment

As a general gauge of what you should expect to pay for various laser hair removal procedures (costs are for a single treatment and multiple treatments may be required), the following is provided:

Bikini - $250

Back Hair - $650

Legs - $350

Arms - $250

Chest - $300

Under Arms - $150

Facial Hair - $200

Based on information from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average cost for laser hair removal on a national basis is approximately $430. Of course, this figure will vary depending on the location of the clinic (region, city, etc.)

The good news is that regardless of the cost structure used to develop the laser hair removal price list, the dollar figure  for the completed treatment will generally come out about the same. So, when visiting a laser hair removal clinic for your initial consultation, always ask for a price quote for the completed laser hair removal treatments. The key here is to eliminate any surprises after the treatments are done!

Permanent Back Hair Removal – Is Laser the Answer?

August 30th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

Looking for the solution to unwanted hair on men’s backs has eluded most individuals until the past few years. With the growing popularity of laser hair removal systems, the permanent back hair removal solution has been found.

The Drawbacks of Electrolysis Treatments

It used to be that electrolysis was the favored option for removing hair on a permanent basis. Unfortunately, electrolysis involves the identification and killing of each individual hair follicle by burning its roots. As you can imagine, removing hair from a large area was time-consuming and quite expensive.

Another issue with electrolysis treatments was that the procedure could be quite painful. Between the discomfort of the actual procedure and the number of time-consuming treatments required for such a large area, people have shifted from electrolysis to laser treatment. The laser treatments are much faster, almost painless, with no significant side effects, and less expensive when your time is considered.

The Case for Laser as the Permanent Back Hair Removal Solution

Based on actual studies, laser hair removal treatments have proven to be the most effective form of hair removal at this time. Of course, there are a multitude of hair removal treatments and methods which claim to be effective, but the issue still comes back to how permanent are these other treatments.

Laser hair removal systems have become very advanced and can treat large areas in one sitting. Repeat visits are generally necessary to address new hair that could not be treated initially because of the stage of the hair growth.

The Typical Cost of Laser Hair Removal

Using a laser system to permanently remove back hair is not only efficient, but fairly cost effective. An average laser treatment cost is about $300 per session, with a larger back area costing slightly more. A back area may require 3-4 treatments, dependent on the area being treated. Considering that the hair will be permanently removed, with no need for ongoing maintenance like that experienced with shaving, waxing, threading, etc., the price is quite reasonable.

As you can see, the transition from electrolysis to laser has been a rapid one. Electrolysis was state-of-the-art in its own time. However, the arrival of the laser systems on the skin care scene has made electrolysis totally redundant, or even obsolete in some cases. The permanent back hair removal solution is here and now, the laser hair removal system.

Welcome to the Permanent Hair Removal Guide

June 6th, 2007    Subscribe To Our Feed

Are you wondering what method of hair removal will give you the best and most permanent results? That’s what this blog is all about - looking past all of the marketing hype and hollow promises and finding the best permanent hair removal solution available in today’s skin beautification world.

We will be providing you with not only key information about the various hair removal methods being used today, but give you advice on how to find the right hair removal practitioner or clinic. Don’t know what to ask the doctor on your consultation visit? We will provide you with a checklist of questions to ask at your consultation to ensure that you are receiving the best treatments, from qualified technicians, at a reasonable rate.

We will also provide you unbiased reviews of the popular hair removal products being marketed and help you sift out the facts from the “fluff”. Because there are really only a few permanent hair removal methods, we will also be looking at temporary hair removal products and treatments that are effective over a shorter period of time.

So, whether you are seeking permanent hair removal for a man or woman, understand that the various methods will apply equally to both. Perhaps the treatment areas might be different, but the end result will be the same - permanent, no-growth, hair removal. And remember - If you have a question or comment about hair removal, don’t hesitate to post a comment on the blog. Also, if you have had experience with any of the products we mention, feel free to give us your comments so the other readers can benefit from your experience.

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