Hair removal addresses the problem of unwanted hair that is common amongst both men and women. Often, excess body or facial hair may be the result of hereditary factors. Hair removal treatments also combat the experience of unwanted or excess hair - a condition that worsens with age, pregnancy or menopause.

Hair comes different sizes and types, as follicles in different parts of the body produce differing types of hair. As a result, hair may grow in thick, bushy patches in some parts of the body or long thin strands.

Hair is also produced in follicles that can be found at different depths & densities, each of which may be growing in one of three stages of growth at any given time. Until recently, this has made long-lasting hair removal a significant challenge.

Typical Hair Removal Treatments

Hair removal by tweezing & shaving: Drawbacks of this hair removal approach includes pain & time. Plucking is only a short-term hair removal solution as the hair invariably grows back and shaving is an ultimately ineffective way to permanently rid oneself of excess hair.

Hair removal creams: Messy chemical depilatory creams can cause redness & irritation & is not permanent. Prescription creams often provide good results, but they must be used at least twice per day, & still do not provide a permanent hair removal solution.

Hair removal by waxing : Waxing is quite popular, especially among women for hair removal. This painful method only provides hair-free results for two to four weeks & can cause skin irritation & ingrown hairs.

Hair removal by electrolysis: Electrolysis is generally quite an effective permanent hair removal treatment, but this technique can be painful, time-consuming & somewhat expensive. During electrolysis hair removal, an electric current is used via a needle to destroy each individual hair root. It typically takes months and numerous visits to remove hair from even small areas, such as the upper lip.

You can find out more information about laser hair removal, and unwanted hair removal in general at www.resultslaserclinic.com.au