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Hair Removal: Tips, Information
Hair removal might be considered a "cosmetic" issue, but managing or removing unwanted hair can go beyond being a simple "cosmetic" problem.
Many cultures have an aesthetic "ideal" amount of hair for males and females. For some of us, unwanted hair that exceeds this arbitrary standard can cause real or perceived problems with social acceptance. The information I've compiled would fill a book, so if you're researching a specific method, you can go right to that topic : Temporery Methods or Permanent Methods Temporary Methods Hair removal can be achieved through depilation (removing part of the hair above the skin's surface) or epilation (removing the entire hair). For many consumers, temporary methods at regular intervals are acceptable. Right now my focus is on devices claiming permanence, but I'll be discussing temporary methods in the future. Depilation lasting several hours to several days can be achieved by: Shaving or trimming (manually or with electric shavers): A sharpened metal blade cuts hair off at the skin's surface. By far the most common hair removal method. Cheap, quick, minimal side effects for most, but not long-lasting.  10 Shaving Tips To Prevent Ingrown Hairs
Depilatories (creams or "shaving powders" which chemically dissolve hair): A chemical dissolves hair at the skin's surface. Common, but some consumers find the caustic ingredients cause skin irritation or even chemical burns. Friction (rough surfaces used to buff away hair): A rough surface is used to buff away hair at the skin's surface. The mitt usually has rough strips or a smoothing surface coated directly onto the mitt. Effect lasts a short time-- anywhere from a few hours to several days. Dark-haired users may have visible "shadow" of dark hair under skin. Often requires use every two or three days. Can cause skin irritation if rubbed too hard. Do not use on face, arms, or bikini area. Do not use on irritated or damaged skin. Epilation lasting several days to several weeks can be achieved by: Tweezing : Very useful for eyebrows or stray hairs on face. Metal forceps used manually to pull hairs out by the root, one or a few at a time. Should not be used for nose hairs. Always trim nose hairs to avoid potnetially dangerous infections. Can be painful. Difficult for large areas. Waxing (a hot or cold layer is applied and then removed with porous strips): Hot wax is applied to the skin, and a strip of cloth or paper is pressed into the preparation. The strip is then quickly pulled away, taking hairs with it. An ancient method, one of the few temporary methods still commonly performed professionally. How Brazilian Bikini Waxing Works
Sugaring (similar to waxing, but with a sticky paste) : An ancient method of hair removal, still in use today. A sticky paste is applied to the skin, and a strip of cloth or paper is pressed into the preparation. The strip is then quickly pulled away, taking hairs with it. Threading (also called fatlah or khite, in which a twisted thread catches hairs as it's rolled across the skin) Called khite in Arabic and fatlah in Egyptian, it's a less common method in the West for removing hair at the root, used primarily on facial hair. Rows of stray hairs are yanked out with twists of cotton thread. The practitioner holds one end of the cotton thread in his or her teeth and the other in the left hand. The middle is looped through the index and middle fingers of the right hand. The practitioner then uses the loop to trap a series of unwanted hairs and pull them from the skin. There are also devices made that can hold the thread during the procedure. Hard to find a professional practitioner outside large cities. Can be painful and cause itching afterwards. Side effects can include folliculitis, a bacterial infection in the hair follicles, skin reddening or puffiness, and changes in skin pigment Rotary epilators (devices which rapidly grasp hairs and pull them out by the root) : These devices are similar to electric razors, except instead of a cutting plade on a rotary head, they have rows of tweezers which can pull hairs out by the root. 
Permanent Methods
If you're seeking permanent hair removal, you have several imperfect options. A number of methods have been developed that use chemicals, energy of varying types, or a combination to target the areas that regulate hair growth. Permanently destroying these areas while sparing surrounding tissue is a difficult challenge. I recommend relying on a body of published, peer-reviewed scientific evidence to ensure the effectiveness of a method.
Permanent hair removal for most Electrolysis : A hair-thin metal probe is slid into a hair follicle.
Proper insertion does not puncture the skin. Electricity is delivered to the follicle through the probe, which causes localized damage to the areas that generate hairs. Permanent hair reduction for some Laser : Light at a specified wavelength is delivered from a handpiece into the skin, where it targets dark material (usually the pigment in hair). This is intended to cause thermal and/or mechanical damage to a hair follicle while sparing surrounding tissues. Flashlamp : Full spectrum (non-coherent) light and low-range infrared radiation are filtered to allow a specified range of wavelengths. This filtered light is delivered from a handpiece into the skin, where it targets dark material such as the pigment in hair. This is intended to cause thermal and/or mechanical damage to a hair follicle while sparing surrounding tissues. Lasting hair inhibition for many (requires continuous use) Home-use laser : First and foremost, almost every "home laser" should be avoided. Most do not work as claimed, and some are about as effective as the laser scanner at your local supermarket. Only use a device that has been cleared by US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Prescription oral medications : Some prescription oral medications have been found to affect hair growth. They can be helpful in reducing hair growth in some conaumers, but it's important to discuss possible unwanted side effects with your physician. Prescription topical preparation (Vaniqa) : Vaniqa (pronounced “VAN-i-ka”) is a brand name prescription cream applied to the skin for the reduction of unwanted facial hair in women ages 12 and older. For unknown reasons, Vaniqa does not work for everyone. You'll have to get a prescription from your doctor. Some insurance policies do not cover Vaniqa. Effectiveness: About 58% of women who tried Vaniqa in clinical trials had improvement. The other 42% had no improvement. Restricted methods X-ray (banned in the United States) : Potentially permanent, but potentially deadly. Banned for cosmetic uses in the U.S. Photodynamic therapy (experimental) : A chemical is administered which selectively pigments a follicle's regenerative structures. Laser or other radiation selectively targets the darkened cells while sparing surrounding tissue Doubtful methods Electric tweezers : Electric current is applied to a hair through an electrified tweezer. The tweezer grasps the hair above the skin's surface and holds it anywhere from 15 seconds to several minutes. Promoters claim (without adequate proof) that the electricity travels down the hair and permanently damages the hair root. Transdermal electrolysis : Conductive gel is spread on the skin. Electricity is passed through a cotton swab which is touched to the gel. Electricity supposedly travels down the hair follicle and permanently damages the hair root "Transcutaneous hair removal" : Conductive gel is spread on the skin. Electricity is passed through an adhesive patch which is touched to the gel. Electricity supposedly travels down the hair follicle and permanently damages the hair root. Photoepilators : A fiberoptic probe is placed in or directly above a follicle. Light-based energy is then sent through the probe and into the follicle. Promoters claim (without adequate proof) that the light can cause permanent damage to the hair follicle. Microwaves : Microwave radiation is sent through a handpiece into the skin, where the energy causes thermal damage. Extremely limited data on safety and effectiveness (especially for use on the face) make this a device to avoid until there's more data Foods and Dietary supplements : Nonprescription topical preparations (aka "hair inhibitors," "hair retardants," or "hair growth inhibitors") How to choose Choosing a method
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