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Getting Rid Of Hair From Your Body: A Number Of Popular Techniques To Try

By April Kerr
Sep 12, 2009
Right through the world today, there appears to be a growing concern for unwanted hair on our bodies. There are umpteen varied ways to help get rid of unwanted hair from common places ranging from facial hair to bikini area hair. Hair removal choices continue to grow along with the demand for hair removal.

Different techniques for hair removal are grouped in two categories, Depilation and Epilation. The method which encompasses removing the hair above the skin is called Depilation. Shaving is the most popular technique for removing hairs above the skin. There are other options for Depilation other than shaving, including applying a special formula of lotion. The lotion is to be left on the skin for several minutes and then rubbed off along with unwanted hair. The method which removes the entire hair from above and below the skin is called Epilation. Some examples of this technique include, tweezing, waxes, sugaring, laser treatment, and electrology.

While ladies have probably used hair removal treatments more frequently than men, other than for shaving their beards in the past, there are more men becoming concerned with unwanted hairs all over their bodies as well. Countless women in all probability at some point have used tweezers to removed straggling hairs, shaved our legs or arms or waxing for our eyebrows or bikini area. There are several at home ways to remove unwanted hair such as tweezers, razors, lotions, and waxes. However, there are also trained professionals ready to help with waxing and other methods of hair removal.

In recent years, laser hair removal has gained steam. Laser hair removal can be used to remove unwanted hairs throughout the body with the exception of the eyes. The process has shown to be very effective with very few side effects. The process can be dear but it is one of the most effective methods of permanently removing unwanted body hair. Leaving us to never have to pluck, shave or wax again!

Laser hair removal works by the use of a light laser which is used to target the melanin in the hair. This light energy produces heat which radiated down the hair to the hair follicle causing swelling and the follicle to go into a dormant state, or Telogen phase. Often times the laser light used on light skin and dark hair is absorbed by the hairs. However, there is a higher risk of side effects for those with dark skin and lighter hair. The skin could potentially absorb the majority of the light rather than the hair and bring about damage to the skin.

The length of the laser treatment and the number of treatments can affect the cost of the treatments. Most treatments will be conducted for a one to two month period. The treatments involve a light laser which pulses high-energy light on the hairs. Some people may need to utilize different laser treatments, and there are three different choices. Because hair follicles may stay in a dormant stage for five to six weeks, there is multiple treatment sessions required to reach all of the unwanted hairs. Each treatment will remove another group of hairs that have come out of their dormant stage.

Along with the growing demand for hair removal, has come a growing supply of options for hair removal. Whether, one would rather take care of their hair removal at home or have it done by a professional, there are several options. The most effective plan of action will depend on the ultimate goal.
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