4. Laser hair removal
Hair removal with a laser beam. Energy passes through the hair, like a wire, to the hair follicle, destroys it and, thus, “seals” the vessel from which the hair grows. On average, the course of procedures is 8-12 sessions with a frequency of every 4-6 weeks.
Pros: hair immediately becomes smaller, the method is suitable for any skin, even the darkest, you can sunbathe both before and after epilation.
Cons: if the procedure is performed unprofessionally or with an outdated laser, burns and even scars may remain.
5. Photoepilation
Gel is applied to the epilation area so as not to burn the skin during the procedure. Then an apparatus is brought up, which destroys the hair follicles with the help of periodic flashes of light.
After a while, some of the treated hair falls out, the rest cannot be touched, they should grow back until the next trip to the salon (that is, within 2-3 weeks). On average, 6-10 procedures are required.
Pros: allows you to remove hair from any part of the body.
Cons: this method is not suitable for completely white hair – the device “does not see” the hair pigment and cannot remove it, it starts working with a light blond shade. There is no guarantee that the hair will disappear forever; after a few years, it may start growing again.
6. Electrolysis
The thinnest electrode in the form of a needle is inserted into the follicle. An electric microcurrent is supplied to the needle, causing a micro spark of a very high temperature, it enters the lower, “sprout” part of the hair follicle and mercilessly destroys it. Again, one session will not be enough – mentally prepare yourself for at least a year of monthly torture.
Pros: unwanted vegetation will actually disappear from your life forever.
Cons: expensive and very painful, despite the pain relief – imagine, each hair gets several shocks.
7. Elos epilation
Elos stands for Electro-Optical Synergy. The technology is based on the combination of light energy with high frequency current. The light distributes the temperature towards the hair shaft, thereby protecting the skin from overheating.
The current acts on the hair follicle, destroying it. Hair on the treated area of the body will gradually fade over 3-4 weeks before the next procedure, you cannot remove them yourself during this period. The visible effect is achieved after 4-8 procedures.
Pros: it is almost painless, the skin is not damaged, and the removed hair will never really bother you again.
Cons: traditional for hardware techniques – required .