Side effects:
Ensure that hygiene is maintained during waxing as it might cause a bacterial infection. Pulling the waxing strip with a sudden jerk might cause pain and irritation later.
Make sure the wax that is applied is not too hot and is warm. Also, don’t let the wax dry once after applying it to the skin. Moisture skin well before its application. Get waxing done only if the hair is 5mm long.
Threading
This is an extremely popular way to give great shape to your eyebrows and to get rid of the coarse hair on your face. It can be used to get rid of unwanted hair on your upper lip, neck, and chin. In the process of threading, a twisted thread catches hair, pulling it out as it is rolled across the skin. It is performed by holding the strings in hand and moving them faster through the surface of unwanted hairs to remove them.
Pros. :
threading is likely to damage your skin, as it is gentler on the skin than tweezing. Unlike tweezing which lets you pluck one hair at a time, threading can help you remove short rows of hair all at once.
Cons. :
It takes time and cannot be done in bigger areas of the body. It is also slightly painful.
Best for:
Threading works best for the Eyebrows, facial, forehead, upper lip, and neck.
Cost incurred:
It is very economical as the hairs are removed by the use of a string.
Effectiveness:
Threading leaves your skin hair-free for a good week to 10 days. It can be longer too depending on your hair growth.
Side effects:
Redness, skin inflammation, acne
Threading can be painful, so be prepared if you’re threading on a dry surface. Before threading, take a warm bath. While threading the brows, comb them and draw an outline with an eyebrow marker. Before you begin, dust the threads with powder and keep them away from your skin.
Laser hair removal
One of the best methods if you want to get rid of hair permanently. Hair removal is done by shooting the laser beam through the skin. It completely removes the hair from the root. The laser beam destroys the hair bulbs thus, stopping further hair growth. The procedure might take 4-6 weeks of time as it requires multiple sessions.
Pros:
With the advancement in technology, it is the
most effective way of hair removal
and causes very minimal pain.
Cons:
Lasers only affect hairs that are in the active stage, but a hair follicle will produce more than one hair at a time. This is how the hairs are permanently removed through laser technique. This is the reason why the
best laser hair removal treatment
needs multiple sessions to remove hair completely. It has proven to be the most expensive method of hair removal as it involves experts along with many sessions to perform the treatment. The process can take a few years to remove hair permanently from the hair follicles.
Best for:
Laser hair reduction works on almost all body parts including upper lips, Under arms, bikini area, chin, face, legs, and arms. The effects of laser hair removal are best when hair growth is thicker. The hairs of any area can be treated through this method.
Cost incurred:
Might cost you up to Rs3,00,000 to 4,00,000. The cost might be higher as an experienced dermatologist performs. The operation of hair removal with all the advanced equipment that generates laser beams.
Effectiveness:
Hairs are removed permanently and don’t usually grow back if you get it done with the help of experts. The hairs that grow after the first treatment of laser are finer and lighter. Among all options, laser stands out as a
permanent hair reduction treatment
compared to shaving, waxing, or creams.
Side effects:
It comes with the risk of minor skin redness, swelling, and sensitive skin for a short period of time after the procedure. Because a laser beam is used in the treatment. It can cause blisters, scars, and a slight change in the color of the target skin area.
You can get it done by an experienced dermatologist who has in-depth knowledge of skin treatment. He has experience in handling equipment. An inexperienced person might cause skin damage and pigmentation. Avoid tanning and have your hair removed from the root before undergoing laser hair removal. Caffeinated beverages should be avoided for at least 24 hours before the start. Begin with clean, well-shaven skin.
Electrolysis
A mild electric current is passed through with the help of a needle around the hair follicle. To destroy the regenerative cells. This is done by a professional expert. These are generally of two types:
Galvanic:
The hair follicle is destroyed chemically.
Thermolytic:
The hair follicle is destroyed by heat.
Pros. :
The main advantage of electrolysis is that it provides permanent results. But this procedure has to be performed only by a professional. There’s no way you can do it on your own. Electrolysis is much less expensive than laser hair removal and requires fewer follow-up visits.
Cons.:
During electrolysis, the hair is removed one at a time. In comparison to laser hair removal, this is a very slow process. There is a stinging sensation for each follicle that could be painful, again depending on your threshold capacity.
Best for:
Good for small to medium targeted areas like the face, chin, eyebrows, and upper lip.
Cost incurred:
It is expensive as it can cost you from Rs 6000 – Rs 8000. Also, the treatment includes several months to complete.
Effectiveness:
Electrolysis gives perfect results and often cases this method leaves a perfect effect after a set of sessions. If not, the hair growth is minimal and lighter in appearance usually it removes hair permanently.
Side effects:
Might be painful and result in swelling of the skin, and can result in scars in some areas where a needle is inserted.
Avoid sun exposure for at least 48 hours before treatment and drink plenty of water. Before treatment, keep your skin hydrated and moisturized, and avoid caffeine. If you want, you can take a mild pain reliever to reduce any discomfort. Keep your stomach full because the session may last a little longer.
Medication and unwanted hair
Hair growth can be limited through the help of intake of a pill named Spironolactone. It will not get rid of the hairs on your scalp but will actually stimulate the growth there. Vaniqa approved by FDA is also found to slow down hair growth when applied.
Best for:
Face, upper lip, arms, under arms, legs
Cost incurred:
It is not too costly as you only have to buy a cream or medicine.
Effectiveness:
It cannot stop hair growth but can only slow growth. Hair regrows if you stop applying the cream.
Side effects:
As it inhibits the growth of the enzyme that is handled for faster hair growth. It might cause hormonal imbalance. This method does not remove hairs or cause them to fall out. It can cause skin redness and or irritation.
Eat the pill as per the doctor’s prescription. Apply the cream twice a day to slow hair growth.
Conclusion
The best method for permanent hair removal is laser treatment.
Care Well Medical Centre
provides you the best laser treatment having many dermatologists. Who are experts at this treatment under all safety precautions.
