How to HAIR Removal: Permanently Remove Unwanted Hair
Many people struggle with the hassle of hair removal. It can be time-consuming and expensive. A permanent hair removal option may be a good long-term investment, and it can shave hours off your weekly grooming routine. Though advances are constantly made in hair removal techniques, the three methods in this article may only be "semi-permanent." Some lucky people may never need maintenance treatments, while others may need to schedule them regularly. With all these methods, finding the right one for you may involve visiting different spas and centers that offer them for an individual consultation and assessment. Costs for these procedures vary widely by geographical location. Does this Spark an idea?
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Go for electrolysis treatments. Electrolysis is the only treatment approved by the FDA as permanent. Electrolysis works by destroying the growth center of the hair with intense heat or chemicals and then plucking the hair out. As with laser hair removal, you will need a series of weekly sessions. The number of treatments varies widely by patient. Electrolysis may cause irritation, discomfort and mild pain during the procedure, and a topical pain reliever is often used. Side effects may include temporary redness and swelling.
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Get laser hair removal. Laser hair removal works by directing a beam of light at a hair follicle that is so intense it damages the follicle and discourages further hair growth. It takes 4-6 weekly sessions to result in semi-permanent hair removal, and maintenance treatments may be required after six months or a year. Laser hair removal works best on people with light skin and dark hair. During the session, you may experience some pain or discomfort. For large areas of skin, one session can take several hours. You may experience redness, swelling, stinging or crusty skin for a few hours or days after your session.
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Try Vaniqa. It is the first and only prescription cream for unwanted facial hair. It slows hair growth. It can take up to six months to start working. Applied twice a day, you must still use your regular hair removal method, such as shaving or waxing, because Vaniqa slows the growth but not does completely prevent it. It works by blocking the production of a substance your hair needs to grow. You must continue to apply this cream for its effects to work. Side effects can include stinging, redness, swelling or a rash.
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