Electrolysis or laser hair removal: you may have heard about both methods for unwanted hair removal and wonder which is a better choice for you. Let's take a look at the two and the differences between them, so you can make the best decision for you and your situation. However, as an electrologist I do favor electrolysis as a treatment and by the end of this article I believe you'll see why.
Electrolysis Treatments
If you are looking for a permanent solution to remove unwanted hair, electrolysis is the way to go. Since 1875 it has been recognized as a solution for permanent hair removal. Today, it is the only method that the FDA considers permanent.
Electrolysis treatments have greatly advanced over the past century. One difference today is the use of computerized modalities that are very sophisticated. These are used to perform permanent hair removal on any location of the body where unwanted hair growth has occurred.
These treatments are very different from laser treatments. The main difference is that electrolysis targets the hair follicle whereas laser targets just the pigment of the hair. Exactly what does that mean? In layman terms, it means that an electrical current at a very low level is used to destroy the root of the hair which prevents it from re-growing.
All colors and types of hair and skin can safely have electrolysis treatments. It's often called an "equal opportunity hair remover" because it is getting down to the root of hair (at the follicle level) to permanently remove it.
Bottom Line Is: When it comes to Science, the only solution that has been proven to be effective for permanent unwanted hair removal on all hair and skin types is electrolysis.
Laser Treatments
Over the last several years, you've more than likely seen places that provide laser hair removal pop up here, there and everywhere. They are becoming more and more common and they all seem to have a few main things in common - their low prices and great results. Too bad they don't tell you upfront that it's often not an option for many people because of its limitations.
Laser hair removal targets the pigment of the hair, not the follicle like electrolysis does. Because of this targeting of the hair pigment, there needs to be a contrast between the hair color and the skin color. People with light/fair hair often are disappointed to learn this. Blondes, redheads and people with white hair are usually not eligible for laser hair removal treatments.
Laser hair removal is normally safe for those who are viable candidates for it, but there is still a small chance that problems with skin pigmentation or scarring can occur.
One of the biggest issues with laser treatments is the fact that it's not permanent. In fact, it's been estimated that unwanted hair is only reduced by 40-80%.
Bottom Line Is: Laser hair removal is really a reduction, not a permanent solution for unwanted hair removal. Some people with certain hair and skin types do find this as a viable option for them.
If you are looking for a permanent solution for unwanted hair removal, you owe it to yourself to look into electrolysis. In the Atlanta area, I offer free consultations by appointment. Call me at 770-495-1833 or visit Elite Electrolysis http://teresapickard.com in downtown Duluth, Georgia.
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