Helpful, frequently asked questions and answers
Hair removal for women and men
Since civilization began, women have been removing facial and body hair. Men are now seeking cosmetic services that were traditionally reserved for women.
Whether you want to remove hair to enhance your physical appearance, of if it’s necessary due to a physiological disorder, leading authorities agree that laser and electrolysis are the only safe and effective methods to permanently remove hair.
Many people seek treatment at some point in their lives for a variety of reasons. The physical and psychological benefits of permanently removing unwanted hair are very rewarding. We hope the information that follows will help relieve your anxiety about looking to solve your hair problem permanently.
Does it hurt?
Laser and electrolysis are both comfortable procedures. Sometimes due to the proximity of particular nerves or the sensitivity of some areas, slight discomfort may be experienced.
However, with electrolysis, there is usually the equivalent of a pinprick or a mild sudden warmth. We use various techniques to ensure a comfortable treatment.
Is it permanent?
Electrolysis is the only permanent way to remove hair. When the papilla is treated properly, it can never grow hair again.
We are treating second and third generations in many families that can attest to this. All other methods of hair removal are only temporary.
How long will it take to remove all of my excess hair?
This is a difficult question to answer for the following reasons, all of which can affect hair growth.
- All temporary methods will involve cutting or pulling. What you did previously to remove your hair will determine the amount of time needed.
- The type of hair you have, wavy, straight, thick, coarse, fine, or curly will make a difference.
- If your skin overly sensitive, we can proceed at a slower pace.
- The source of your hair growth and the regularity of treatments.
Getting rid of unwanted facial and body hair has been a problem for hundreds of years Call Laser Hair Removal of Bellmore to schedule your appointment today
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Does each patient get their own probe?
Every patient is treated with a sterile and disposable probe. You are not required to buy or keep your own probe.
What sterile procedures apply to electrolysis?
The same sterile procedures that are used in any medical office can be expected in our offices.
What areas of the face and body can be treated successfully?
Any area can be treated successfully. The most common areas for women are the lip, chin, sideburns, eyebrows, neck, chest, stomach, arms, legs, and bikini area.
For men, common areas are between the brows, on the tip of the nose and ears, neck, back, chest, and beard area.
Discuss your personal preferences and the results you’d like to achieve with us.
Can ingrown hair be removed from a male beard?
The ingrown hair is a constant irritant to men who shave. Sometimes ingrown hairs can cause pustules and infections. Removing these hairs permanently is the only solution.
Is laser or electrolysis expensive?
Great consideration must be given to the qualifications of your chosen specialist. Equally important are the sterile procedures and the professional office you are treated in.
The temporary methods used over the years to remove unwanted hair will be more expensive in the long run, not to mention the worry and aggravation you will have that comes with excess hair. We often hear from our patients, "If I had known so little was involved, I would have been here long ago."
