Unwanted Hair Removal: Should You Choose Electrolysis or Laser Hair Removal?

ByTeresa Ann Pickard

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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How to Choose Feather Hair Extensions

Feather hair extensions are hands-down the hottest new look - and a great way for your local salon to get more money out of you each time you visit.

The extensions themselves are only about $5-$10. Plus, you can easily pick up a cheap feather hair extension kit from an online store such as Amazon (often for as little as $2). The feather extension kits make installing the feathers a whole lot easier, and they typically have enough supplies for adding 10 or more feathers.

Adding feather hair extensions at home is actually really easy, especially if you follow the directions.

However, making them look great is a little more challenging. Too many people just tack the feather to their head (or worse, they pay someone to tack the feather to their hair), leaving it as a bit of fluff that sticks out from the side of their head.

Instead of being stylish, it just looks like they have something stuck to their hair.

You don't want that look. You want to look stylish. So here are some tips to help you completely rock your feather hair extensions:

1. Choose the right feather for the job

There is a wide variety of feathers available on the market. They're grizzled, they're natural, they're died, they're smooth and long, and they're short and fluffy.

And sometimes you can even combine different feathers to create a more complex extension. (Look at Steven Tyler's extensions near his ears. Those are a combination of feathers.)

You will want to first of all match colors. There's nothing wrong with adding a bright blue feather to your blonde look. However depending on your skin tone, you might find that a red feather better accents your look. How would you know? Pick feathers that will go well with the majority of your clothes.

You already subconsciously pick clothes that you look good in. Matching your feathers to your clothes is a sure bet to get good colors.

Secondly, you want to carefully choose the type of feather. Short fluffy feathers look great lower on the head and add a bit of fullness to your hair around your ears. Try sticking it on the top of your head, though, and well-meaning friends will keep trying to help you pick that bit of fluff out of your hair.

Long, smooth feathers are the best for mixing in your hair. If you put them in too low on your head, they will droop down to your neck and look quite strange. Instead, put these long ones in near the scalp in areas where they can frame your face and add a bit of color to your locks.

2. Put in your feather extensions correctly

Make them look normal. Now, if you really were growing feathers for hair, we'd be having a different discussion entirely. However, don't just go sticking them to your hair.

Instead add them like you would other hair extensions. Find an area on your head where they will both accent your face and hang normally with the hair in that area. Then section away the 1/2 inch of hair above that area. Pin that portion of the hair back while you install your extension. Once your extension is in its new home, you can let the sectioned portion drape back across the feather.

Sure, it hides the feather a little, but it also lets it look that much more normal.

And, as with any style, make it your own and be sure to wear it with pride.

People add hair extensions all of the time and they look perfectly normal. Why? It's primarily because the salons that add them take time to blend them into the existing hair.

As co-editor of http://www.healthyhairhabits.com, I occasionally come across great hair care ideas that need a broader audience. I like to post those here to give you easy access. Enjoy!

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