Med Spa Day Spa Lafayette Indiana
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A Word From Your Doctor

What is the best option for Hair Removal?

Hair removal has been practiced since ancient times.  However, permanent hair removal is a relatively recent development.  Methods available include electrolysis, laser and intense pulsed light based removal options. 

 

Electrolysis involves the use of a needle injected into the hair follicle and a small current is applied Twenty to 30 treatments or more are required.  A 70% percent reduction is hair can be expected. 

 

Laser hair removal involves the use of a laser light energy to destroy the follicular unit; usually this system will treat all shades of skin and hair color.  Typically five to 10 treatments are required but the current systems are extremely fast, and discomfort is minimal with the new dynamic cooling systems.

 

Intense pulse light systems use filtered wavelengths of light energy to destroy the follicular unit.  Usually four to 10 treatments are required for 70% of hair reductions to be expected.

 

Side effects and adverse outcomes for all options can include hypo or hyper pigmentation (skin color changes), burns, scarring and infections – although all are rare.  Cost depends on the size or area being treated, but can run $400-$2000.

 

Vaniqa (Eflonithine HCL) is a cream available by prescription approximately $60 per month) that reduces and stops facial hair growth in many women.   The reduction in hair growth is between 30 and 60 percent and works best in light skinned women.  Hair re-growth occurs rapidly when the product is discontinued – so life long use is required for optimal benefits with this medication cream.

 

You should see your local dermatologist to help you determine which hair removal method is best for your skin type and hair color.

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