Archive for January, 2010

Unwanted hair, one of women’s worst nightmares! Currently a lot of men and women are recurring to many types of ways to remove their unwanted facial and body hair; razors, wax, tweezing and creams. But not all of us are aware, and if we are, are not so sure about doing it, of laser hair removal. Does it really work? How long does it last? Well, here’s the scoop.

Laser hair removal is the usage of laser energy to greatly reduce hair production. They do this by producing heat upon the hair and introducing it into the hair follicle which inflammates it and sends it into a “resting stage”. Doing this is a little tricky in terms of time, the laser has to be upon our hair long enough to heat the hair but not too long that it actually begins to damage our skin, concurrently burning it. This is why there are three types of laser hair removal depending on our skin type and thickness of our hair.

One of the laser hair removal systems, Sona laser hair removal consists of piercing our skin with a strong laser and removing the root of the hair. The second type of laser hair removal would be Alase laser hair removal debilitates the hair root stimulating re growth of thinner and finer hair thus increasing treatments until hair is completely gone. The last system, Epila laser hair removal, which is a personal system we can use in our own homes, emits the same kind of laser as the first two systems, but it does not work on very dark skin types.

Sometimes we may think that because it is a laser treatment, there are only so many of our body parts they can be produced on because of skin sensitivity and laser strength. But really, we can have laser hair removal on most of our body parts. Treatment areas mainly consist of bikini line hair, facial hair, underarms, back hair, arms, legs, chest and abdominal hair removal.

Now, while laser hair removal system can be effective, it can also be a little costly, prices ranging from $429 to $900 depending on the area or areas we desire to be treated. Also need to be taken into mind is the quantity of treatments needed to be completely successful, thus price ranging increasing over this.

As I said before, depending on the quantity of the treatment we will know how much it’s going to cost us, so how many treatments do we need to have in order to have our hair fully removed? Hair Removal Journal 2006 advises us that up to three treatments will be able to give us good results, averaging from person to person.

No matter which method we choose to remove our unwanted hair we should always make sure to talk to our physicians about it and make sure we choose an experienced laser hair removal doctor to ensure the safety of our skin and of ourselves.

There are many clinics, medical spas, and doctor’s offices that are now offering laser hair removal treatments all over the world. As a former engineer for a laser manufacturer, I can honestly say that I’ve actually installed lasers in people’s houses and even in their basements and that these people actually ran hair removal clinics from these locations. This may sound scary, but believe it or not, the technology is so advanced that it is certainly not as unsafe as it may sound.

Still, you may wonder what are some good resources for finding a reputable hair removal clinic in your area. Well, my first recommendation is to go to: www.laserhairremoval.com. This is a great resource for not only locating a clinic, but answering any questions that you may have. You can even ask questions and have them answered by knowledgeable people who can then refer you to a clinic in your area.

You can also go to: www.hairlasers.com. They also have good information and can refer you as well.

As a laser engineer and clinical laser technician I can say without any bias, that Candela makes the ideal hair removal lasers. They are preferred due to their superior epidermal cooling system (computer-controlled cryogen spray), and their larger spot sizes. The large spot size means fewer pulses and less time spent getting treated; and less time means less pain. The cooling system is best because it is the only epidermal cooling method that has parameters that can be charted, so every treatment session produces the same results. It is also the safest method due to the fact that it does not vary with the operators speed or technique.

In order to find a clinic that uses Candela lasers, you can go to the Candela website, and click on the “Locate a Practitioner” link at the top-right of the page.

It has been my experience that these are the best resources available for locating a good, reputable laser hair removal clinic in your area, however it is important that you still do your research, ask questions, and compare them to find the best. Google each clinic that you find and see if there are online user reviews or complaints, but most importantly learn about the particular laser or light-based devices they use. Remember some clinics offer “Laser hair removal” and they don’t even own a laser, but an Intense Pulsed Light device or IPL. Ask them for the make and model of the hair removal device they use and research it. For hair removal, is should either be a diode laser such as the “Light Sheer”, an alexendrite laser, such as the Candela GentleLaser, or a long-pulsed Nd:Yag laser, such as the Candela GentleYag. If you are not familiar with the device or the manufacture, check it out on the internet and make sure it’s an actual laser before proceeding. IPL devices are not very effective at all for removing hair.

The world of cosmetic surgery is a complicated one. There are thousands of procedures done every year, ranging from the simplistic to the complex. The simpler procedures usually take only a few hours, or less than an hour and can be completed by a licensed beautician or cosmetologist. Those procedures are things such as hair removal and even Botox injections in some cases.

The more complex procedures can only be done by a trained surgeon with a medical degree. It is important to research the doctor thoroughly prior to the surgery, and to make sure they are licensed to work in that specific state. This procedures include liposuction, laser hair removal, and rhinoplasty.

Miami liposuction is quite popular in this area of Florida since there are a large number of female models living in Miami. Most women want to look skinny, toned, and svelte in their bathing suits, and decide to look for an easy way to remove the excess fat in their body. The procedure can be done on a number of different areas on the body, but it is typically done on the stomach, thighs, and buttocks.

NYC hair removal is a process used to remove excess hair from the body, and is a specialty in a number of boutiques and spas. Hair can be removed by waxing, plucking, shaving, and some other unique techniques that can be utilized depending on the amount of hair, and the area.

Chicago hair removal is done by a professional waxer or stylist in specific spas and even a few beauty salons. The cost of such procedures ranges depending on the specific process used. For example, body waxing is more expensive than eyebrow waxing. It is important to make sure the location uses clean equipment, and has experience in hair removal.

Chicago laser hair removal is a procedure where hair is removed from the body using a high powered laser aimed directly at the skin. This eliminates the hair from beneath the surface of the skin, and stops it from returning. This procedure if often fairly expensive, and cannot be used on all areas of the skin.

Chicago liposuction is a type of cosmetic surgery where excess fat is removed from the body using a specific tool to suck out the fat. This should only be done by a professional cosmetic surgeon who is licensed to perform such procedures in Chicago.

Dallas hair removal involves the use of different procedures to remove hair from the body. This can be done on the arms, legs, chest, face, and a number of other areas. It can be done through waxing, plucking, or even laser treatments and elctrolysis to permanently remove the hair.

Manhattan rhinoplasty is cosmetic surgery used to decrease the size of the nose, or alter the nose in some other way such as removing a bump on the bridge. The procedure should be done by a trained cosmetic surgeon, and individuals should wait until they are at least eighteen before undergoing it.

Manhattan liposuction is quite popular as there are a number of people in the city who want to look skinnier and smaller. This is partly due to the large number of actors and models who call the area home, as well as the large billboards and advertisements pushing the “ideal” image of beauty.

Hair transplants are a procedure where hair is taken from another part of the body, and transplanted onto the head. This cosmetic surgery procedure can be slightly painful, and those who undergo it must be careful not to let the head become damaged or injured as it can cause damage to the new hair. It may take a few months for the hair to look natural and normal.

1X or laser hair treatment is a very good option to get rid of that unsightly unwanted hair that seems to grow back again after you had just shaved them.

You can see that quite a number of people are a little bit nervous when they heard of laser hair treatment or therapy. They thought that it is some kind of very risky treatment as serious as cancer. Could it be the word ‘laser’ attached to it that many people are a little bit jumpy
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When compared with waxing, tweezing, and even shaving, laser hair removal
Many people have a lot of hair in places where they tend not to have.

Generally, women are more likely to feel extremely disturbed with excessive hair growth than men. Lots of women are troubled by this. Unwanted hair grows hair on their cheeks, chin, upper lip and some other places. You can certainly be upset if it happens to you. No wonder why so many women ‘broke the bank’ each week to get their faces and other body parts waxed.

At times, when you are waxing, it hurts. Even more so with tweezing, it hurts a lot. Tweezing, where you pluck out the hair, is extremely painful. Even muscular men cry when their hairs are plucked out this way.

What then is the alternative to get rid of that unwanted hair? We know that waxing and tweezing uses various types of cream. What the labels don’t tell you is that every time you use those creams, you will be applying at least 5 potential toxic chemicals to your hair and scalp.

Not only are you exposing yourself to a group of chemicals that are potential human carcinogens (cancer-causing agents), the unwanted hair just keep growing back plus all the red, irritated skin and rashes.

Excess chin hair is a common problem among many women. Luckily, there are quite a few processes for chin hair removal that are fast, efficient and easy to do.

Try Plucking

For the woman that has only a few stray chin hairs, plucking is probably the fastest and easiest way to go. Simply get a magnified mirror and a pair of tweezers and sit in front of a window or go out in the backyard, to ensure you get those few pesky strands

Use Depilatory Creams

There are quite a few products in your local drug store that are easy to apply and very effective. Products such as Nair Face Cream with Green Tea Sensitive Formula and Surgi-Cream Hair Removal For Face. Depilatory creams work by dissolving the hair with chemicals. Be sure to test on your skin however in a less visible area to ensure there is no allergic reaction before applying to your face.

Try Waxing

This is another fairly simple method to remove chin hair at home (or in a salon if you prefer). There are many waxes available on the market such as Sally Hansen Honey Wax Hair Remover for Face and Parissa Strip-Free Hot Wax Face/Brow/Bikini that are made specifically for use on the sensitive face area. Always be sure to apply to a test area on your skin that is not very visible first however to ensure there is no allergic reaction. Sometimes the area might feel a little raw after completed. Rubbing ice on the area should take care of this quickly and easily.

Go For Laser Hair Removal

While a little bit more expensive, many women swear by laser hair removal t get rid of unwanted chin hair. Not only is it an effective treatment, but it is known to greatly reduce and/or permanently stop the hair from every growing back after a few treatments. While some women say that it is not very painful, others recommend using a numbing cream one hour before treatment to ensure comfort. You can find laser hair removal at many salons or dermatologists offices.

Get Electrolysis

Another method for removing unwanted chin hair is Electrolysis. This is a more effective method than waxing or creams in terms of how long it takes for the hair to grow back, however there are some drawbacks you need to be aware of. It is fairly costly and time consuming. It can also cause possible scarring. It is very important to find a reputable practitioner before attempting this method.