Thursday, September 27, 2007

Hair Removal Cream: Benefits And Disadvantages


By: David Faulkner

The market is full and overwhelmed with wonder products that promise you a painless depilation experience, that are cost-effective and easy to be used in the intimacy of you home. Instead of being irate about the next day's visible hair on the legs that you barely shaved the night before, you could give a shot to hair removal cream.

Hair Removal Cream: "Must Know" Guidelines

After you have resolved you would like to try hair removal creams and not the traditional hot wax and cutting blades, you have yet to choose from the numberless types of creams available with different plants employed, textures and wonder elements that entice you into buying them. Ultimately it all comes down to deciding what your delicate skin needs and how much money you should pay, on the account that you must avoid rashes and irritations. It is not a tough decision, but you must be sure of your health and your pocket afterwards.

It is only fair that some brands have more costly products with some Asian-Mongolian extracts on gold basis and Ginseng, while others are quite cheap and get the job done. Theoretically, all of the hair removal creams do the same thing in the same way, and there should be no distinct way to depilate large areas no matter how expensive the cream you've chosen is.

Highs and Lows

Hair removal creams have highs and lows, naturally, it's the way Yin and Yang works in the world so it shouldn't be different in this case. They do take care of your unbecomingly hair that grows where you don't want it to, and you can carry the operation through with few difficulties, but you should bear in mind that the skin must be completely dry while applying the product. Hence, you cannot do it in the bathtub with the candles lit romantically, but you need to arrange a special setting where you could wait still, for some five to ten minutes, without leaving grease spots on the carpets. At the end of these few minutes, you must have around you a clean piece of cloth, soaked in lukewarm water and wash the legs or the specific area gently.

Another thing that could hinder the experience of grooming yourself is that your nose might be a bit blown off by the odor of the product: as it is powerful and keeps tour skin clean and silky for some weeks, you have to accept the pungent "aroma" of the substances which you have to bear during the process of application and awaiting while it goes into the skin and remove the undesired hair. As the smell is quite persistent, for hours maybe, do not apply alcohol or other strong lotions, but just get into the bathtub and help it to fading off. For more info see http://www.bestlaserhairremovaltreatment.com/Laser_Hair_Removal_Treatments on hair removal treatments.

Do not be thrown away by these dim prospects, but consider the advantages that appear if you use hair removal creams: your persistency and dedication to personal grooming will be rewarded in no time by the less and thinner hairs that will grow instead, at a much slower rate. More data on the topic of hair removal creams can be found in specific beauty magazines, or you could simply google it, if you want sure results and a step by step experience.

Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Laser Hair Removal in Chicago - Best of the Best


By: Timothy Croy

Although cities like Los Angeles and New York are the capitols of a variety of cosmetic and plastic surgeries, Chicago has a speciality of its own - laser hair removal. You see, unlike the other cities throughout America, Chicago laser hair removal is world renowned as one of the best places to go if you have excess hair that you want to get rid of. Doctors and other health professionals have pioneered technique after technique for laser hair removal in Chicago - putting it on the map for hair removal using this brand new, high tech, procedure.

Chicago laser hair removal centers are so good at what they do because they use the best possible equipment and the latest techniques. Unfortunately, they also charge quite a bit of money for their services. But you wouldn’t want to pay a discounted price for heart surgery - so why would you want to cheap out on your laser hair removal procedure? The last thing you want are patches of rogue hairs in the areas where they were supposed to be removed, or damaged skin as a result of a faulty or poorly maintained laser system.

But because you choose to use a Chicago laser hair removal center for your hair removal treatment - you don’t have to worry about any of those problems arising. The vast majority of laser hair removal specialists in Chicago are well trained in using their lasers, only work the the best equipment, and are willing to work with you through any unforeseen problems that may arise as a result of the procedure. That’s what makes Chicago laser hair removal centers so well known throughout the world.

So you are probably wondering which laser hair removal specialists you should visit in Chicago. There certainly are a few to choose from, but it ultimately depends on how much you are willing to spend and the quality of treatment you want. However, here are a few front runners that you should look into: American Laser Centers, Hair Today Gone Tomorrow, and Dr. Sami Bittar. No matter which Chicago laser hair removal center you visit, be sure to ask plenty of questions during the orientation and you will find that the treatment will go much more smoothly.

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Questions About Laser Hair Removal


By: Kelly Jensen

This article answers a few of the most common questions about laser hair removal, including who it is suitable for, how much it will cost, which areas of the body it is most suitable for, and how permanent the results are.

Who is laser hair removal suitable for?

It is not suitable for everyone. The general rule is that the hair in question must be a darker color than the skin surrounding it. If the skin is a very dark pigmentation, it you may absorb too much of the laser energy, and so the treatment is not advisable. Those who are tanned with light hair are also unsuitable. Those who are tanned with dark hair should not have the treatment until their tan has faded.

Generally speaking, it is easier to perform the treatment on someone with light hair, as opposed to someone with dark hair.

How much does it cost?

The average session costs in the region of $500. Four or more sessions are usually recommended. Large areas (such as the back) will obviously result in a larger bill, and smaller areas (such as the upper lip) won't cost as much. Private consultations are recommended to assess the cost, as the number of sessions needed varies from person to person.

What areas of the body can hair be removed from using laser hair treatment?

Anywhere where there is excess hair. The only real exception is around the eyes. The most common areas are legs, back, bikini line and underarms.

Is it permanent?

Unlike shaving and waxing, laser hair removal is considered to be a more permanent form of hair removal, but the results differ according to the patient in question. As with all beauty treatments, do not choose the practice which offers the lowest price, as the treatment may not be of the best quality.

Wednesday, September 5, 2007


Laser Hair Removal Treatment


By: Param

Heredity and ethnic background are factors for unwanted hair. In women, hormonal causes such as pregnancy, menopause, hormonal problems, and taking certain male hormonal supplements, for birth control, weight loss/muscle firming, or at menopause are common.
Traditional methods such as shaving, plucking, depilatories, waxing, and electrolysis and more recent advances such as Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Laser treatment are using to be free from unwanted hair.
Laser Treatment:
The process takes from several minutes to several hours, depending on the area of the body involved. Laser hair removal uses a low-energy laser. The laser energy passes through the patient's skin, being absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle. A percentage of the follicles are instantaneously and permanently disabled with each treatment. In most cases, no anesthesia is necessary.
Intense Pulsed Light and Lasers heat the area at the base of the hair where hair is formed, and the resultant damage reduces hair regrowth. Treatment feels like the snap of a hot rubber band, lasting only a few seconds. Surface anesthetic cream can be used before the procedure.

What kind of results can I expect?
Most patients receive well to excellent results with long lasting reduction in the amount and coarseness of hair growth. Some patients, may have less satisfactory results because of hormonal factors, skin or hair type, or because an optimal treatment series was not completed.
How many treatments will I need?
Hair must be treated during a specific phase in its growth cycle, the active or anagen phase. Because hair grows in staggered growth cycles, multiple treatments are required so that all the hairs are treated during their growing phase. The number and frequency of treatments vary by body site and for each individual.
Does it hurt?
Results:
These methods should be considered long lasting rather than permanent hair removal. The length of time that the hair is gone and the completeness of removal vary. The hair that re-grows may be lighter in color and finer in texture.
Immediately after the procedure:
Redness or bruising may occur either around the hair follicle or in larger areas, lasting for a few hours to a few days. The hair may be bleached or singed.
Side effects of IPL or laser hair removal:
Intense Pulsed Light and Laser hair removal are most effective and safest for dark hair on light skin. For that reason it's important to avoid intentional sun or tanning bed exposure to the area to be treated for one month before each treatment, and to use a broad spectrum sunscreen to areas not covered by clothing. Certain medications increase light sensitivity and need to be discontinued briefly before treatment. Always check with the prescribing physician before discontinuing any medication. Side effects of treatments can include discoloration, temporary redness or swelling, and rarely scarring in the surrounding skin.
Benefits:
• A non-invasive, gentle technique that eliminates undesirable hair from all parts of the body.
• Leaves skin looking smoother and silkier.
• Treats larger areas effectively because it removes more than one hair at a time.
• Minimal discomfort.
• Replaces waxing, electrolysis and razors.
• Immediate return to normal activities.
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Monday, September 3, 2007

Laser Hair Removal May Increase Hair Density for Some Men

By: Steve Buchanan

About 55 million American men have some degree of hair loss, thus creating a potentially big market for an effective at-home treatment.

The HairMax LaserComb may be an option for men who don't want to pay for hair restoration surgery but who also don't have high expectations. It delivers a specific wavelength of light that stimulates the hair follicle, says its manufacturer, Lexington International.

In studies by the manufacturer, the device increased the number of thick hairs in 93 percent of 120 users. The average increase in hair density was 19 hairs per square centimeter — roughly a 20 percent improvement in someone with thinning hair.

The device costs $545 and must be used 10 to 15 minutes a day, three times a week to maintain the effect.

In contrast, laser hood treatments, which are available in clinics and cover the entire scalp, can cost hundreds of dollars per treatment and need to be repeated at least twice a week.

Hair transplants provide a more permanent solution but typically cost thousands of dollars.

Topical medications, such as Rogaine, run about $10 per bottle for the generic but produce only modest results for some users.

The laser hair comb is not backed by randomized, controlled studies done by independent researchers, says Dr. Paul Cotterill, president of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery.

The device may be best suited for men who are serious about hair regrowth, such as those who undergo hair transplantation and want to augment the result at home, he says.

"This new laser comb won't hurt, and it may help at maintaining hair," Cotterill says. "But I want to see third-party studies — studies that have not been done by the people who produced it."

Other laser hair regrowth devices are on the market but haven't received FDA clearance to make claims of effectiveness. Sunetics, which sells the Laser Hair Brush, is applying for FDA clearance, says John Carullo, the company's marketing director.