Removal of Unwanted Hair and Treatment

Unwanted Hair Removal: Treatments and Care Afterwards

We may love our hair for the color, length, style, texture, and beauty, but we don't love it, when appears in places we prefer not to see. Understand how human hair grows, before proceeding to eliminate unwanted hair. Human hair consists of three parts: The Bulb is the base of the hair follicle that produces the hair, the shaft, and hair follicle itself. The Bulb, and shaft are embedded within the skin. On the surface is the hair. Best results to remove hair, by destroying the hair follicle, and the bulb where germination of hair begins. Surveys have shown that 80 percent of women and 50 percent of men have unwanted hair. Caused by genetics or other reasons including testosterone treatment. There are many solutions to remove unwanted hair, some less painful then others, and some less expensive. Everyone has there own preference, some treatments work better for others or a combination. Outlined below, are the various types of hair removal techniques.

Depilatories: Fast and inexpensive hair removal method. Depilatory preparing a liquid or lotion application to remove unwanted body hair from skin surface. Chemical substance containing high degree of acidity, including Sodium Thioglycolate or Calcium Thioglycolate, reacts with the protein of the hair, and causes hair to break down. Application placed on the skin between five to fifteen minutes, and then removed or washed away. During the process, dead skin cells are removed. Giving the skin soft, and smooth feel. Ideally used on the legs, underarms, and bikini area. Drawbacks include: Allergic skin reaction from chemicals, messy application, and unpleasant odor.

Electrolysis: Hair removal is permanent most of the time, expensive, and should only be done by a professional. Three types of Electrolysis: Galvanic process where a DC current passes through a needle. That causes a chemical reaction in the hair follicle, that produces Sodium Hydroxide or Lye then destroys hair follicle. Thermolysis faster way to remove hair follicles, however less reliable then Galvanic process. AC current passes through a needle, causes vibration in water molecules around the hair follicle. Resulting in heat, that damages the hair follicle from growing. Blend combines both Galvanic and Thermolysis methods. The AC, and DC current pass through a needle at the same time. Cost for Electrolysis based upon cost per hour. Some patients have moderate to less sensitive discomfort. Treatment time can vary from two hours to sixteen hours depending on location. Bikini Line takes the longest time. Professional using Electrolysis should always have disposable or pre-sterilized needles, and wear gloves.

Hair Inhibitors: Professional treatment only recommended. Painful and expensive procedure using clear odorless topical solutions that are made from mixture of plant enzymes. Solution applied to the skin, after hair removal method of shaving or waxing. The solution reaches the hair follicle, and slows down the growth, which takes about one month. A prescribed medication is Vaniqa. Applying this medication along with hair removal treatment, takes about two months to work. Some patients may have side effects from this medication.

Laser Hair Removal: This procedure available with Cool Glide laser hair removal. Treatment is expensive, and discomfort. Process very simple, as a beam of light passes through the skin to the hair follicle. The hair follicle absorbs the heat, and then no longer functions. This method takes a long time, because each hair follicle has to be treated individually. Treatment may continue over a year. Patients with white skin, and dark hair are more likely to see better results over a short time. Placing cold packs of ice, over treated area will increase recovery time. After treatment, skin maybe turn pink or red. Generally average cost around $150 to $250 for 15 to 20 minutes, and usually requires several treatments, unless small areas like upper lip, will cost less. This procedure is performed in most states by a license Doctor, Nurse, Electrologist, or Medical Assistant. Avoid any tanning before this treatment to get optimal results.

Shaving: Fast and inexpensive way to remove unwanted hair. Shaving simply removes the tip from the hair shaft. Drawback may result in the ingrown hair, when shaving against the hair growth, however results are better. Best razors are manufactured by Schick and Wilkson-Sword,. Electric shavers can be used. Results are not as good, as a regular shaver.

Sugaring: Non-Expensive application of a natural sugaring paste. Sugar paste ingredients include citric acid that tightens the skin, and Gum Arabic that give consistency to the paste for easier removal. Applied thinly to the skin, in the direction of hair growth. Reusable cotton strips are applied over the application. Then pull firmly off the paste, which removes the hair growth. This application is repeated. Removal of hair can last between four to six weeks, until the procedure is repeated. Average cost per kit, between ten to twenty Dollars.

Threading: Treatment on the Eye Brows and facial hair. Only skilled professional required for this procedure. Process involves using a one hundred percent cotton thread is twisted, and rolled along the surface of the skin that will be treated. Entwining the hair in the thread then lifted out from the follicle. Patients only need to repeat this process every three to eight weeks.

Tweezers: Inexpensive method to remove hair. Good quality tweezers will provide better treatment. Using tweezers to pull or pluck the hair, in the direction of hair growth. Easier to remove, after a bath or shower when the skin is warm, and soft. Best results only if the hair shaft is long enough, to grasp.

Waxing: Quick and inexpensive means to remove hair. Thin layer of hot wax placed over the hair. When the wax hardens, then pull off, and removing the hair attached to the wax. Procedure removes dead skin, and makes the surface of the skin feel smooth. Treatment will last three to six weeks. Average cost ten dollars eye brows, and fifty dollars for legs.

All hair removal methods cause some skin damage, irritation of the skin, penetration of viruses, and bacteria into the skin. Recommend using a skin repair product, after any treatment. Products available include Biology's BioHeal is skin repair cream. Contains camphor, and menthol for pain reduction, and stimulates skin repair. CP Serum water based a skin heal product. Often found in skin treatment salons. Emu Oil - S moisturizing dry skin, and helps skin repair.

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Laser Hair Removal and Your Not-So-Public Areas

First things first, can you have laser hair removal on your pubic area? Absolutely, the only area that you can not have laser hair removal on is your eyelashes and some clinics won't do eyebrows. Women can remove just the hair on their bikini line or all of the hair on their pubic area if they chose. The same applies to men also; you chose how much you want removed. You can even have laser hair removal preformed on your areolas. You should always check with a technician, not all laser hair removal treatment centers will perform all procedures.

So what are the benefits of laser hair removal on your pubic area compared to other methods? Laser hair removal is fast and come on; it definitely can't be as painful as waxing! Shaving your pubic area is time consuming and can be dangerous if you cut yourself. Not to mention razor burn and sometimes itchiness when the hair re-grows. You will need more than one treatment but the hair grows back thinner and in some cases lighter than before. The longer you continue to have treatments the faster they will be since there will be less hair to remove. Laser hair removal is also faster and has less risk than electrolysis.

Why would you want to pay two hundred fifty dollars or even up to a grand at some places? With laser hair removal you get clean long lasting results. Maybe you spouse enjoys you having less hair, you want to wear that bikini or thong with confidence, you have hair in unsightly places, or maybe you just don't want it anymore. There might also be hygiene benefits to less hair down there! Fewer bacteria become trapped and you sweat less with no hair, which in turn also means you smell better. Regardless of your reason, many people have this treatment done and agree it is well worth the cost.

I know what you're thinking, but is it safe? Laser hair removal on your pubic area is not known to be any more dangerous than on your arm or any other place on your body. There are the same risks and benefits no matter what area is being worked on. Of course it is a professional procedure and you should not be embarrassed; it is possible for men to have an erection during the treatment. This occurs frequently and there are no known risks or dangers associated with it. Laser hair removal on the pubic area is proven to be safer than electrolysis on the pubic area because of the risks of bacteria invasion with electrolysis.

It has to be more painful right? Well, yes pretty much. Laser hair removal has been said to feel like a light sting or pinch.

Obviously a pinch to your privates will hurt worse than a pinch to the leg. Many treatment centers offer anesthetics that can be rubbed on the skin prior to treatment though; and many recommend taking one or two painkillers such as Tylenol an hour before coming in if you're sensitive to pain. You should not have lasting pain after the procedure so these options should do the trick for very sensitive areas.

Okay, what about side effects? Side effects for laser hair removal on your pubic area are the same as other areas. The area treated may remain red for up to a day and might be sensitive for a few hours. Many patients' redness goes away within hours or minutes. Cold compresses can significantly reduce the length of redness and sensitivity as well. Sometimes the skin treated may become darker or lighter so tanning before treatment should be avoided, if you are of a darker complexion the risk is higher so speak with a certified technician beforehand about your risks.

Overall if you can afford the sessions, laser hair removal is a wonderful way to get rid of any unwanted hair, especially on your pubic area. It is fast, safe, clean, and has numerous options available for every need or desire. You should always laser hair removal performed by a certified technician and don't be afraid to get references, if they are good their previous patients won't be afraid to tell you. Always discuss risks, expectations, and pre/post treatment directions to make sure you are currently (and stay) a good candidate for laser hair removal.

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Laser Hair Removal

Get Back Your Beautiful Skin

Do you have the odd chin hair that never goes away? Maybe you have a mustache, and you're not male! Yikes! Do not be dismayed. There are reliable, effective methods of getting rid of unwanted facial and body hair. In just moments, hair is removed and soft, smooth, stubble-free skin is revealed. With laser hair removal, you won't have to shave, tweeze, wax or have the cost of electrolysis. Laser hair removal is permanent.

Laser hair removal has improved with new technological advancements over the years. There are many less effective and not as safe lasers in operation today. You should locate a cosmetic center that uses the latest state-of-art equipment for your own safety and comfort.

You may wonder if there is much pain or discomfort involved in this procedure. Actually, with the laser hair removal treatment, a laser pulse is released and the resulting feeling has been compared to getting snapped with a rubber band. The affected area may become warm and turn red. Reactions to treatment are different for different areas of the body and the type of hair being treated. Usually, this lasts between a few minutes and a few hours. In most cases, you are able to return to your normal activities immediately.

A light beam from the laser is projected onto your skin where you have unwanted hair growth. This makes the hair follicle disabled and patients report almost no pain or side effects. Men and women both find laser hair removal treatment an effective, comfortable way to get rid of unwanted hair growth.

There is no one that is advised against having the laser hair removal treatment. This treatment does work best on someone with fair skin, dark hair, and one that is not tanned in the affected area. Darker skin types can also benefit from laser hair removal. If you do have darker skin, discuss the safety of their lasers as some of the older models can damage pigmented skin.

Treatment times vary. Facial areas can be treated in just a few minutes. Bikini lines and underarms take 10 minutes and for your legs, back, and chest, expect one to two hours in the cosmetic center.

If you are having other skin treatments, such as microdermabrasion, or cellulite smoothing, the laser hair removal can be done but usually not in the same day.

Contact your local center or physician for a consultation and be on your way to beautiful skin.

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My Experience with Laser Hair Removal of My Bikini Area at Lifetime Laser

I can't tell you how hard it is being a girl. First we have the "hormonal" issues, and then we have the standards we have to live by to please our mates. This includes many things, but the main thing I speak of is keeping our skin smooth and hairless. Shaving, waxing, bleaching, and tweezing are many of the methods used. Whatever we must do to get it done, we do it. Unfortunately, this gets rather tedious. No matter how often you do it, the hair just comes back faster and faster. I myself got rather irritated by this and decided to look into laser hair removal. I absolutely hate having any hair in my bikini area. Constant shaving and waxing was time consuming and painful.

I had heard that laser hair removal was permanent and worked quite well in the bikini area. I did my research and decided to go to Lifetime Laser of Texas located in Frisco, Texas. The technician there explained all aspects of laser hair removal and about the particular laser machine that she used.

First I will go over the laser machine that is used. Lifetime Laser in Frisco, Texas uses the Candela GentleLase Plus. The technician lovingly called it "the Rolls-Royce" of laser hair removal machines. It just so happens that Candela is the global leader in medical and anesthetic laser machines. The GentleLase Plus is made with an alexandrite laser that is quicker, safer, and less painful than other laser machines. Alexandrite laser machines have been proven to provide the best results as well. The GentleLase Plus has a high energy pulse that delivers the laser beam at a much faster rate than the more common ruby laser machines. It also has the patented Dynamic Cooling Device that provides less pain and more comfort. This machine has also been approved by the FDA for permanent hair removal.

Now I will explain how the laser works to remove your hair. Laser hair removal works by using a precisely calibrated laser beam. This laser beam targets the melanin (pigment) in a hair follicle. This process is called photothermolysis. It then heats the follicle thus destroying its ability to re-grow hair. The laser beam passes harmlessly through the skin, targeting the follicle, not your skin.

I found myself asking if I really wanted a laser pointing at my bikini area. I mean how safe is it and will it really work? I asked a lot of questions and the technician took a lot of time to explain everything to me in detail.

First off, it is very effective. However, it will take several treatments. It usually takes 5, but it can take several more depending on certain factors. These are: skin color, hair color, hair thickness, hormones, diet, medications and metabolism. An example, if you have particularly thick hair, it will take more treatments to get rid of it permanently. Also, if you have darker skin, it can take more treatments as well. The laser also does not work for light hair. So if you want grey, blonde, or red hair removed, you will have to stick to shaving, waxing, or plucking. Ouch!

There are some other precautions and issues that can inhibit the effectiveness of the laser. Certain antibiotics can cause skin tone changes when used while getting the laser treatment. You have to let the technician know of this or any other medications you may be on. Lucky for me, I am fearful of medication so I had nothing in my system when I got the procedure done. Another issue is you skin tone. You cannot tan the area that is to receive the laser hair removal. The laser targets dark pigmentation of your hair follicle. If your skin is dark, this can inhibit the effectiveness of the treatment. This means no trips to the tanning salons until the entire treatment phase is over.

Before my treatments were to begin, the technician told me that I had to shave the area clean. I was not allowed to wax, tweeze, pluck, or use depilatories until the entire treatment phase was over. This is because these hair removal methods damage the hair follicle itself and would inhibit the growth of the hair follicle, thus rendering the effectiveness of the treatment itself.

Now you may be wondering about the treatment sessions itself. I had my bikini area done. Each visit lasted about 7 minutes. The treatment times will vary depending on what area of the body you are having treated. You can get laser hair removal for your face, legs, back, bikini, or arm pits. The bigger the area is to be treated, the longer each session will take. Each treatment is spaced between 4 and 8 weeks apart. This is because of your hair's growth. Everyone's hair grows differently and over different periods of time. This is called the anagen stage or the growth phase.

This is where my favorite part about Lifetime Laser comes in. You see most laser hair removal facilities charge you $250 to $400 a treatment for the bikini area. If you need at least 5 treatments to get rid of most of your hair, this can cost at least $1250 to $2000. Most people need more than 5 treatments so this means it will cost you more. But this is not an issue with lifetime laser. My fee was $1300. I can get as many treatments as needed and I can come back for touch ups for the rest of my life. I have since had 5 treatments that spanned from July to October. I have not seen any hair return, but it has only been a month since my last treatment. But if I see any, I can go back and have the laser remove it. The technician said that my hair is thick so I will probably need at least 2 more treatments. I don't really mind because it doesn't cost me anything extra! Lifetime Laser guarantees that the hair will be permanently removed, even if it takes more sessions than normal.

If you are wondering if pain is an issue, well that depends on you. I have a very high tolerance for pain. But as it is, I can't say that it was very painful to begin with. Again there are various types of laser hair removal machines. The one used at Lifetime Laser is the most painless of them all. I did happen to have a more sensitive area treated. But it was still not very painful. I can describe it as a light burning sensation that quickly passed as the laser moved on. It sort of felt like a rubber band snapping on me or someone flicking me with their fingers. Afterwards, my skin may was red and a bit swollen. But this went away after two days. You can have a mild anesthetic placed on your skin before treatment if you are worried about pain. However, some people (including me) are allergic to it. It is best not to use it, and honestly, you won't need it. As for the redness and swollen skin afterwards, there is a product that the technician can give you to relieve that sooner. Unfortunately, I happened to be allergic to that as well. But it didn't matter because it was back to normal in two days!

A few days after the treatment, I noticed little black flecks on my skin. This was just the dead hair in the follicle falling out. The technician said to just massage it out with a wash rag and it should just come right off. It did. In no time at all, I had a bikini area that was as smooth as a babies butt!

I have to say that this was the best $1300 dollars I have ever spent. The results were amazing and I had no unexpected side effects! I feel in the long run, this procedure has saved me a lot of time and money that I would have spent waxing it every 5 seconds. Not to mention, men really appreciate the smooth and clean look of my bikini area!

Lifetime Laser also does facial rejuvenation, sun sot removal, age spot removal, and microdermabrasion.

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Laser Hair Removal: An Overview

Hair removal can be a frustrating process. Shaving costs itchy rashes and burns; waxing is painful and often causes tough skin; plucking may leave unsightly holes in pores; and electrolysis requires several treatments and can result in ingrown hairs and is hardly worth the pain. This is why so many people are turning to laser hair removal tactics.

Laser hair removal involves safely and easily removing unwanted body hair without the pain and nasty side-effects that some of the other methods contain. Laser hair removal has been proven to cause less damage to pores and will not change the quality or structure of delicate skin. It is also a relatively fast procedure; laser hair removal of the face or bikini line can be completed in less than fifteen minutes, while laser hair removal of the legs or torso may take up to forty-five minutes.

During laser hair removal, a thin coat of clear gel is applied to the area where hair is desired to be removed. Laser pulses are then applied quickly and evenly to the area, which is essentially painless. Some patients report a "tickling" feeling, similar to what you might feel when rolling in dry grass, while in sensitive areas (the bikini line, for example), there might be a light stinging sensation.

Sensitive skin might develop a redness for several hours following laser hair removal, but this is considered normal, and will go away on its own. Some laser hair treatment centers will provide a mild anesthetic cream to reduce the sensations during laser hair removal. Slight swelling is also nothing to be concerned about.

Laser hair removal continues to gain following, especially since the results are permanent and require very few treatments. Women of all ages are flocking to treatment centers to rid their bikini lines, underarms, legs, face, back and buttocks of unwanted hair that would otherwise be removed by less comfortable treatments. Even men have undergone laser hair removal for the face, back, buttocks and chest. The number of treatments necessary to completely stop hair growth varies according to the individual.

Laser Hair Removal is gaining dramatically in popularity - mainly due to the permanent results - and hence the amount of new Laser Hair Removal clinics is mushrooming.

This process works because lasers cause selective damage to targeted hair follicles and does not damage surrounding skin. This practice is called selective photothermolysis because the laser targets dark matter in the area, called chromospheres, which can occur naturally or be artificially introduced.

Again, the results from laser hair removal are varied by individual case, including factors such as skin type, skin color, hair pigment and skin elasticity. It will not work on hair that is the same color or lighter than the surrounding skin, and it doesn't work as well on people with extremely dark skin. However, there are specialized lasers that have been developed for darkly pigmented people.

A typical laser hair removal session costs $400-500, depending on the extent of the covered area, and at least four sessions are usually required to permanently stop the growth of hair from the skin.

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The Best Place to Get Laser Hair Removal in Kansas City

The Best Place to Get Laser Hair Removal in Kansas City

Cosmetic surgery is no longer for the extremely wealthy. Major cities all across the nation are catering the needs of consumers wanting to eliminate unwanted body hair. Kansas City has two major buildings which serve Ideal Image customers. With two locations one of the Plaza in midtown and the other in North Kansas City, they are in convenient locations and are well advertised throughout the Kansas City metro area.

There are several facilities in Kansas City to receive laser hair removal, however Ideal Image is the best place that adheres to a variety of people and skin types.

Excessive body hair can be an embarrassing situation . For women it can even be a bigger concern of self image. Now that technology is more advanced, more men and women are stepping forward to face the problem and seeking cosmetic treatments.

Laser hair is wanted by many men and women, but few can afford it. Ideal Image's fees are flexible and allow for upfront payments by the area treated and financing. What makes Ideal Image so great is while other company's charge by the amount of time it takes to be treated, Ideal Image only charges a flat rate. Each area of the body has a different rate. By charging by the area, this prevents an unexpected bill to rise as time passes during a treatment. There will no misuse of your time and to be scammed out of thousands of dollars.

Ideal image is the only facility in Kansas City that provides service to all skin types, and they specialized in darker or ethnic skin. Other companies have the problem of only being able to treat fair skin, from their lack of advanced equipment. There have not been heavy complaints from customers or lawsuits disclaiming their results. They workers of Ideal Image promote their ability to remove unwanted hair permanently.

Treatments are normally no more than twenty minutes, with minimal pain during the procedure. Any skin discomfort after the treatment usually only lasts about thirty minutes.

The procedures are performed by an experienced Registered Nurse and the overall facility is headed by a Doctor. The consultants of Ideal image express their knowledge and are well informed of the procedure to meet an individuals specific needs.

The facilities are a clean and friendly environment. Upon entering a free consultation session one can be certain, they are left with plenty of laser hair removal information including the costs and care of the treated areas. As Ideal Image continues to grow their clientele increases and the cost of treatment continues to drop.

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Laser Hair Removal Before a Tattoo

What You Need to Know About Hair Removal Before Getting a New Tattoo

If you are considering getting a tattoo, you may also want to consider having the hair in the area around where you are getting your tattoo removed. Laser hair removal can permanently remove the hair on your leg, arm, back or other area of your body where you plan to receive you tattoo, and keep your tattoo looking great and hair free for years to come.

Why get laser hair removal?

No one wants to spend the money to get a fantastic tattoo, only to have it covered by body hair. Shaving your tattoo can be an obnoxious task especially if you have a larger tattoo. You also will have times when you have stubble on your tattoo, or even times when you forget to shave and your tattoo is covered in body hair. You want to keep your tattoo looking attractive. Laser hair removal can ensure that your tattooed area remains hair free and looking great.

When should I get laser hair removal?

If you plan on getting the hair in your tattooed area removed by laser, you will need to have the procedure done BEFORE you get your tattoo. Since a tattoo changes the pigment of your skin you don't want to expose that new pigment to the light emitted from the laser. Performing a laser hair removal on a tattoo after the fact can cause a discoloration in your tattoo, if not a removal of the tattoo.

What is involved in laser hair removal?

A beam of light is directed at the specific area you wish to remove hair from for your tattoo. Depending on the size of area which you are having hair removed and the density of hair growth in the area; a laser hair removal procedure can take anywhere from half an hour to three or four hours. Hair grows in cycles, so you will more than likely need to return for another treatment at least once more before all of the hair in the area is completely removed.

Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?

Most patients who undergo laser hair removal experience some mild discomfort. Your skin will be red, and you will feel a slight burning sensation. People with sensitive skin may consider using a topical cream to numb the area before treatment. There are several risks involved with using a anesthetic cream, so most centers discourage clients from using one, particularly on large parts of the body.

How do I prepare for laser hair removal?

If you are planning on having a laser hair removal done there are a few things you should do to prepare.

1. Do not pluck or wax the hair from the area for 3 weeks- Depending on where you are having hair removed you may be inclined to wax or pluck the hairs in the area. It is important that you don't do this prior to a laser hair removal. Doing so will make your laser hair removal treatment much less effective.

2. Be tan free- Before treatment try to no visit the tanning bed or spend too much time in the sun. If you are a tan person your laser hair removal specialist may suggest you use a bleaching cream before treatment to make sure your hair removal is successful.

3. Talk to you laser hair removal specialist about any medications you are on- Some medications can cause you to blister easily or prevent the laser hair removal from being effective. Talk to your laser hair removal specialist about what medications you are currently on before you have your procedure done to make sure nothing you are taking will interfere with the procedure.

How soon can I get my tattoo after laser hair removal?

You will want to wait until you are sure the hair has been permanently removed, in it's entirety before you get your tattoo. Once you get your tattoo you will be unable to undergo any more hair removal treatments, so you want to make sure you have removed the hair permanently before getting your tattoo. Talk to your laser hair removal specialist about the time frame they expect to complete your hair removal. In most cases you will be ready to get your tattoo shortly after your second or third laser hair removal.

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