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Avoid a Hairy Situation Modern Hair Removal By Loretta McCollum
Summer is coming. This means beaches, backyards, and bare skin. Many of us have been living in sweatpants for months, working from home and trying to stay warm during the icy winter months. It’s time to ditch the sweats and don the shorts. We want our skin ready for exposure, and eliminating unwanted hair can help us achieve that goal. Electrolysis, laser treatments, and waxing are proven methods of removing hair and revealing sleek skin you’ll want to show off. Electrolysis is not a new concept; it’s been around since the late 1800s. It’s the only FDA-approved method of permanent hair removal. It’s commonly used on the face, bikini line, underarms, chin and upper lip area, eyebrows, and, of course, the legs. However, it’s not just for the ladies. Men commonly choose electrolysis to treat the back, underarm, and groin areas. Electrolysis works by destroying the growth center of the hair with chemical or heat energy. It involves inserting a fine needle into the hair follicle. This needle delivers a small amount of electric current or heat into the follicle, destroying the root, which prevents hair regrowth. It’s effective on all hair colors and skin tones. Most people experience a hot or pinching sensation during treatment. The level of discomfort is minimal and depends on the
patient’s sensitivity to pain and the sensitivity of the area being treated. The skin may be slightly red or irritated for several hours following treatment, but there is no downtime, and treated follicles will not regrow hair. That said, not every follicle can be treated in a single session. Electrolysis is effective during the growth stage of the hair, and not every hair is the growth stage at the same time. Multiple treatments are required for optimal results. Before scheduling treatment, do your research. Most states require a license or certification. If your state doesn’t require this, look for a technician who has been trained at an accredited electrology school. Most facilities offer a free consultation, where you can observe the cleanliness of the facility, evaluate the competency and skill of the technician, and get your questions answered.
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