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About Laser Hair Removal Patch Tests
If you decide to have laser hair removal, a good practitioner will insist on a patch test. This is kind of like a mini dry run, which will help him or her to decide how to proceed in the safest, best ...
All About Transdermolysis
Originating from the electric tweezers method of hair removal, transdermolysis uses electric currents to get rid of hair - permanently. That's what its manufacturers would lead us to believe, at least...
Are Photoepilators Better Than Tweezing?
An unusual twist to laser hair removal is the use of photo epilators, which actively destroy the hair follicles over a series of treatments. While they can work well for some people, they are not for ...
Benefits of Bleaching
Bleaching is a very quick, easy, painless, affordable and convenient way of getting a hair free look, works best on dark, fine hair, and is most commonly used for facial hair, arms and legs....
Benefits of Electrolysis
Electrolysis is the only medically approved, permanent method of hair removal. It is safe, very effective, relatively inexpensive and produces smooth, hairless skin forever....
Benefits of Laser Treatment
Laser hair removal is a fast, extremely long lasting, near- permanent method of getting rid of excess body hair. It causes very little pain, reduces hair growth drastically, and is best for removing d...
Benefits of Shaving
Shaving is a very convenient, effective, cheap, painless, fast and easy way to remove body hair, and is regularly used by men to shave their beards and by women for shaving legs, underarms, etc....
Benefits of Waxing
The benefits of waxing are a smooth skin lasting longer; no skin discoloration or stubble; reduced, finer hair growth with repeated treatments; quick, cheap, easy to do even at home, and glowing skin ...
Bleaching and the Skin
Bleaching can cause skin redness, irritation, eruptions, alteration of skin pigment and even allergic reactions like shock in some people....
Choosing the Right Method of Hair Removal
Choosing a method of hair removal requires taking into account many factors like the type of hair, body area, cost, pain caused, and the time required....
Cost of Electrolysis
The cost of electrolysis varies according to hair quality, density, size of area and ranges from £15-20 for a 15 minute session. Larger body areas require around 100 sessions and can be very costly to...
Creating a Goatee
Is it true that when a man sports a goatee, he looks infinitely more sophisticated? Well, maybe - as long as he grows the right one for him, and maintains it properly......
Different Types of Bikini Waxes
When it comes to the bikini area, shaving is not the way to go. Whether you just want to look tidier in a bikini or surprise your partner with a new look, a bikini wax is sure to impress......
DIY Bleaching
Bleaching can easily be done at home following the instructions on the bleach pack. Most women do it themselves, especially for facial hair....
DIY Shaving
Knowing how to shave can be very helpful to make shaving more effective, with less skin cuts and a silky soft skin....
DIY Shaving and Shaping Pubic Hair
Having neat and tidy pubic hair is a goal for many women. But how do you trim your bikini region into exactly the perfect shape? Well, it's not as difficult as it sounds......
DIY Waxing
Waxing at home is easy, convenient and cheap. You can use both hot wax and cold wax to wax on your own at home....
Do Hair Growth Inhibitors Really Work?
Many products are on the market that promise to inhibit hair growth, making it easier to wax and shave with less hair eventually growing back. But do they really work?...
Do Rotary Epilators Really Remove Hair?
Using a rotary epilator to remove unwanted hair can be a lot better than using an electric shaver, as the hair is actually tweezed out at the root. It might be a bit painful at first but the longer yo...
Effect of Laser Treatment on Skin
Laser hair removal can cause skin redness, swelling, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, blisters, crusting and skin scabs. Most of these side effects of laser on skin are rare and usually temporary....
Electrolysis and Re-Growth
Electrolysis causes hair re-growth only in a small percentage of people after the complete course. Re-growth rates depend on skill of the electrolysis professional, quality of hair, frequency of treat...
Epilators for Hair Removal
Epilators are an easy, convenient and cheap way to remove excess body hair from the root with minimal adverse effects....
Eyebrow Shaping: Get the Brows You Want
Having perfectly shaped brows is key to good grooming. Decide on the method that is right for you, then learn how to do it properly. It all takes time but is worth it in the long run!...
Finding a Professional for Electrolysis
While choosing an electrolysis professional, you should ask friends and relatives, consult your physician, make visits to electrology clinics and find out about electrologists from professional bodies...
Finding a Professional for Laser Treatment
Choosing a good laser professional who is well trained, qualified and certified is important and can be done with the help of recommendations from friends, family, physicians and by personally visitin...
Friction Methods to Remove Fine Hair
The friction method of hair removal is chemical-free, relatively easy to do and completely safe. It doesn't work brilliantly for everyone, but if you have very fine hair on your arms and/or legs, you ...
Getting Your Back or Chest Waxed
Once considered the domain of male models, back and chest waxing for men is now becoming more and more common. Women love smooth and sleek chests and backs, and so do guys......
Home Sugaring: A Case Study
Lynley Benbetka was impressed when her Algerian in-laws used sugaring for hair removal. So she decided to try it at home - with surprisingly good results...
Hot Vs Cold Waxing
Waxing is a great choice for longer lasting hair removal, especially when you choose the correct wax method....
How does Laser Treatment Work?
Laser treatment using pulsating light to attack and destroy the hair follicle. Although it is a viable option for permanent hair removal it does not work effectively for all individuals....
How to Choose a Razor
Razors are a great choice for temporary hair removal; however choosing the right razor for your needs can be tricky without the right information....
How to Groom Sideburns
Fancy a pair of muttonchops? Grow them on your face! A pair of nicely trimmed sideburns is (almost) always a welcome addition to a man's face, so here are some tips to help keep them looking their bes...
Impact of Electrolysis on the Skin
Electrolysis commonly causes skin redness and swelling and may cause blisters, scabs, infection, pitting, scarring and keloid formation in some cases....
Impact of Shaving on the Skin
Shaving can cause skin cuts, itching, dryness and occasionally, even razor bumps and folliculitis....
Impact of Waxing on Skin
Waxing, side effects of waxing, effects of waxing on the skin, glowing skin after waxing, impact of waxing on the skin...
Ingrown Hairs and How to Prevent Them
Ingrown hairs are individual hairs that either failed to grow completely out from the follicle, or grew a bit and then turned back upon themselves. The best method of treatment is to do all you can to...
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to Remove Hair
Is IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light therapy, really the most effective hair removal technique currently available in the UK? What are the advantages - and disadvantages?...
Laser Treatment and Re-Growth
Re-growth after laser hair removal does occur and is variable depending on individual responsiveness, body area treated, laser type and strength used, colour of hair and any underlying diseases causin...
Laser vs. Electrolysis
Electrolysis is a tedious, costlier and time-consuming procedure than laser which is faster and much less painful. However, electrolysis is the only permanent method of hair removal whereas laser usua...
Medications for Hair Removal
Vaniqa cream used externally and cyproterone acetate/ethinylestradiol combination are the two drugs licensed for use in the UK to treat excess hair growth....
Melanin and Laser Hair Removal
Melanin, a naturally occurring pigment that is found in both our skin and our hair, plays a pivotal role in determing the success of laser hair removal. The darker the hair is, the more melanin it has...
Pain Management for Hair Removal
Don't put off having a bikini wax or a series of laser hair removal treatments because you're worried about the pain involved. Instead, try these easy pain management techniques to make each treatment...
Plucking Unwanted Hair
Plucking is the perfect, convenient and easy method of removing small amounts of hair, especially from eyebrows and other parts of face, like upper and lower lips and chin....
Problems with Electrolysis
Hair removal by electrolysis has a few drawbacks of being painful, time-taking, and causing skin reaction which usually subsides, but, may persist and cause skin scarring and damage in some....
Problems with Laser Treatment
Laser hair treatment is longer lasting than other temporary methods of hair removal, but, is not permanent, is costly, suitable for removing dark hair only, requires repeated sessions, and may cause s...
Problems with Shaving
Shaving can cause minor cuts, redness and skin irritation, ingrown hair, razor bumps, and folliculitis. Most of these problems can be prevented by a proper shaving technique....
Problems with Waxing
The problems with waxing are most commonly ingrown hair, redness, bumps and irritation, and in rare cases, red-brown spots on skin, or skin pimples and cysts....
Products That Discourage Hair Growth-Do They Work?
Lotions, creams, and deodorants that discourage hair growth are a great option for individuals wanting to spend less time shaving and more time enjoying hair-free skin....
Professional Waxing
Professional waxing done at a good beauty salon assures you of a hair-free body without the risk of side-effects and is especially good if you can afford it....
Pros and Cons of Home Electrolysis
Home electrolysis sounds like a fantastic way to remove unwanted hair a lot more cheaply than in a salon situation. But does it really work - and is it safe?...
Rectifying Hair Removal Mistakes
If you have accidentally removed too much hair during eyebrow hair removal you can easily fix the problem area with makeup....
Removing Body Hair by Sugaring
Sugaring is a very cheap, less painful and more natural way of removing body hair that has been in use for very long....
Removing Ear and Nose Hairs
It's not fun going through life with hairy ears and hirsute nostrils. Luckily, there are several tried-and-tested hair removal methods that can make these common afflictions a thing of the past......
Shaving My Legs Gave Me Boils: Case Study
Also known as skin abscesses, boils start from deep within the skin. They often start when a hair follicle becomes infected and can be the result of shaving, especially if trousers or other articles o...
Shaving Your Head Properly
Having a Donald Trump-style comb-over is a real no-no if you want to look good. So break out the clippers and the shaver, and shave your head. If you do it correctly, your scalp will thank you for it ...
Should I Shave My Arm Hair?
The sad truth is that thicker, darker arm hair is common amongst women from many countries, especially in the Mediterranean, but is not always seen as an attribute. So how can you get rid of it?...
Should Pre-Teen Girls Be Allowed to Shave?
Some girls as young as eight years old want to begin shaving their underarms and legs, due largely to peer pressure. If a pre-teen girl has dark leg hair - and is getting teased about it - should her ...
Strip Sugaring Vs Hand Sugaring
Sugaring is a safe and natural alternative to waxing, and many people prefer using this centuries-old technique. Two types of sugaring methods are available - which one you choose is up to you......
The Importance of Good Preparation Before Removing Hair
Good skin preparation before any hair removal process is essential to getting the closest, most comfortable results....
Thick Hair, Can it Just be Thinned?
Thick arm hair can be controlled with plucking if you use the proper technique....
Top Six Steps to a Perfect Shave
Getting the perfect shave isn't that difficult but many of us don't know how to do it. These six easy steps for both men and women should prepare you - and your skin - for a soothing, smoothing experi...
Top Tips for Hair Removal
This article offers tips on removing hair....
Treating Excess Body Hair, or Hirsutism
It's estimated that roughly one in ten women suffer from hirsutism, or unwanted excess hair on their bodies and faces. Once a diagnosis has been made, treatment is available......
Trimming Nose and Ear Hair
If you are beginning to notice tiny tufts of hair sprouting from your nostrils or the inside of your ears, it might be time to take action. Trimming your nose and ear hair properly isn't an art, but i...
Using Chemical Depilatories
Using chemical depilatories is easy, fast and painless and an affordable way to remove body hair. Care should be taken to follow accurately the directions of use....
Using Electric Trimmers to Stay Groomed
Investing in a pair of high quality electric trimmers may seem like an exorbitant outlay. But once you know how to use them, they can actually save on barber's costs - and improve your appearance no e...
Waxing Advice & Tips For Men
Offering advice on waxing for men...
Waxing Saved My Holiday: A Case Study
Tracy Longhurst loves having her legs waxed. It's convenient, hygienic and the results are long-lasting - plus it's a lot easier than having to shave your legs in a tent......
Waxing Your Genital Area Tips for Men
For men who want a sleek, smooth and overall clean look, waxing their genital region is becoming more and more popular. This method discourages hair regrowth, and also can take away the problem of ing...
What are Chemical Depilatories?
Chemical depilatories are fast, convenient, pain-free and effective ways to get rid of body hair temporarily. They have some risk of skin irritation and allergy....
What are the Black Stains Under my Arms?
Getting rid of black under arm stains could be as simple as switching your hygiene routine....
What is Manscaping?
Manscaping, or the removal of hair from virtually all parts of the male body, is becoming increasingly common amongst men interested in all aspects of male grooming, both gay and straight....
What is Threading?
Threading is an ancient method of hair removal, used most commonly for eyebrow shaping and removing facial hair and uses a cotton thread to pull out rows of hair at once....
What is Transcutaneous Hair Removal?
Transcutaneous hair removal uses an adhesive patch attached to skin, which then has an electrical current running through it to destroy hair. Its promoters says is effective, painless and has no side-...
What Shaving Products Are Beneficial?
Getting a close, long-lasting shave is easy if you choose the most beneficial shaving products and take a little extra time....
When You Should Avoid Waxing
While waxing may sound like the perfect solution for unwanted hair, it's not the perfect method for everyone. There can be side effects, and for people with certain conditions it can be downright dang...
Where Can Electrolysis be Used?
Electrolysis is the most effective permanent method of hair removal for hair on nearly all body parts, especially facial hair, hair on neck, chest, arms, legs, navel, bikini line and in transgender in...
Where Can Laser Treatment be Used?
Laser can be used to remove unwanted hair from small as well as large body areas and is especially useful for larger body areas like the chest, stomach, back, arms and legs....
Where to Bleach
Bleaching is most commonly done for facial hair, arm and leg hair, and hair on the back....
Where to Remove Hair
People commonly remove hair from face, arms, armpits, legs, chest, back, stomach, bikini line and genital area, depending largely on how prominent the hair are....
Why Hair Threading Works for Me: A Case Study
Anne Gilbert plucked her eyebrows for years and was happy with the results. But when she discovered threading - entirely by chance - it suddenly made a lot more sense......
Why Remove Hair?
The reasons for removing body hair in both women and men are many, including increased attractiveness and beauty, a smooth hairless skin, reasons of hygiene, and sexual and aesthetic reasons....