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Electrolysis is a method of removing individual hairs from the face or body. Today's medical electrolysis devices destroy the growth center of the hair with chemical or heat energy. After a very fine probe is inserted into the hair follicle, the hair is removed with tweezers. Most areas of the body can be treated with electrolysis, including the eyebrows, face, abdomen, thighs, breasts, and legs.

While, laser treatments are only approved by the FDA for "permanent hair reduction" NOT "permanent hair removal". Laser may cause hyper pigmentation and hypo pigmentation. Hyperpigmentation is darkening of the skin that may occur after the laser hair removal. The laser treatment stimulates melanin production creating a reaction similar to suntan. Hypopigmentation on the other hand refers to the lightening of skin that occurs after the laser treatment. The absorption of laser light can inhibit the melanin production, leading to a loss of pigment.

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What are the benefits of electrolysis vs laser hair removal?

There are several benefits of electrolysis rather than laser hair removal. Electrolysis is when a needle is put into the skin at the hair follicle and destroys it. Laser hair removal is when a laser pulsing light burns a hair follicle, but does not destroy it. Electrolysis lasts longer, although can be very expensive.


What are electrolysis and what could they be used for?

Electrolysis is laser hair removal. The person who does this is called an electrolysist.


Which is better, electrolysis or laser hair removal?

Laser hair removal is much better than electrolysis. The reason is the result is more durable and if done right, it should be permanent.


Which methods of hair removal are permanent?

Two mostly used and popular permanent hair removal methods are - Laser hair removal Electrolysis hair removal


What are the different types of hair removal surgery?

Laser surgery is one form of hair removal surgery. They also have electrolysis and plastic surgery. I have tried laser and it is wonderful. It's painful but not worse than surgery or electrolysis.


What are the advantages of electrolysis compared to laser hair removal?

One advantage of electrolysis compared to laser hair removal is the fact that is works on all types of hair and skin color. Another major advantage is that it is the only known method of hair removal that is permanent.


Permanent hair removal cream?

No cream will permanently remove hair. For that you need to have laser hair removal, or electrolysis.


What are the benefits of laser hair removal versus electrolysis?

Laser hair removal is somewhat easier than electrolysis in that it uses pulsated light to destroy or burn hair in the follicles. It is able to deliver this light to many follicles at the same time, whereas electrolysis targets individual follicles one by one, delivering low level electrical pulses through a needle inserted into the follicle. Many individual find laser hair removal to be less painful than electrolysis.


What are my options for getting facial hair removal?

If you want to have facial hair removed then you can try laser hair removal or electrolysis. Laser Hair removal seems to be the better option, but you want to get a technician who has good credentials.


How do you not grow armpit hair?

You cannot stop it from growing. You can get electrolysis treatments, shave or laser hair removal.


Where can I purchase a laser hair removal machine in Wichita, KS?

Global Electrolysis Supply,You can purchase online from www.laserhairremoval.com


Were is a good place in San Angelo Texas to get laser hair removal done?

Electrolysis by Rubi does laser hair removal in San Angelo. Their address is 1722 Millspaugh Street and you can phone them at (325) 949-8000‎.