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Laser Hair Removal Or Electrolysis? Which Is Best?

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Laser Hair Removal Or Electrolysis

At Advanced Electrolysis, we offer both laser hair removal and electrolysis for clients who want to remove stubborn hair and avoid the hassle. Many of our clients may not know the difference between the two procedures or is curious about what procedure is right for them. Because each is so similar, either process may help you achieve results, so here is a breakdown of each. 

Laser Hair Removal

The basis of laser hair removal is that a laser emits energy that is absorbed by the pigment in the hair. The heat absorbed damages the hair and cauterizes the blood vessels when the hair is attached to the blood vessels. Hair in different parts of the body grow at different intervals and is attached to the blood vessels for only a couple of short weeks. It is why multiple treatments are needed at various weekly increments. Cauterizing the hair root and blood vessels puts the hair in a dormant state. Over time the dormant hair can be activated due to hormonal changes, medications, and topical irritations. However, when the hair grows back it is found to be lighter. We recommend receiving a touch up laser treatment yearly or utilize electrolysis as the hair sporadically grows back for permanency. Besides potential regrowth, other side effects of using lasers could be redness in the skin, irritation, or slight pigmentation changes in the skin. These side effects usually go away quickly after treatment, but contact your doctor if irritation occurs. 

The downside of laser hair removal is that it does not work best on all hair types. Individuals with blonde, gray, red, white hairs are not good candidates due to the lack of pigment in their hair. All skin types and colors are treatable with laser when using the correct modality. However, those with darker coloring will require additional treatments beyond the typical 6. Those with lighter skin and dark hair are best because a stronger energy level is able to be used. This is due to the fact that the skin will not pigmented to absorb the energy and be damaged.

Electrolysis

The procedure of electrolysis is the only method for hair removal that has been found to be permanent and FDA-approved. Unlike laser, electrolysis destroys the two areas that will activate and feed the hair. A small probe, smaller than the thickness of your hair, is inserted into the opening of each hair follicle damaging the germ cells in the two specific areas with either a small current or heat. By targeting and destroying both areas, the hair will no longer be fed through the blood vessels and will no longer be able to be activated into growth.

When performed by a licensed electrologist there is little to no risk of infection or side effects from the procedure. Individuals may experience a little redness or tenderness after treatment but will slowly dissipate throughout the day. Clients have shared that treatments feel similar to a pinprick. How strong of a pinprick depends upon the area and the sensitivity of the individual.

Those with all hair types and colors can benefit from electrolysis, and it can be used on more areas than what laser hair removal is able to safety treat, even eyebrows. 

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Which Is Right For You?

Patients who experience excessive hair growth or do not want to deal with the hassle of shaving can benefit from either procedure or a combination of the two.

Laser is quicker and able to treat larger areas in a fraction of the time. Whereas electrolysis is a methodical approach destroying each individual hair follicle through multiple treatments. Individuals dealing with hormonal imbalances may benefit more from electrolysis as the hair follicles will be activated quicker if only laser is used.

The Investment Of Hair Removal

Both procedures have their own affordability. Laser costs depend upon the area and the size of that area. In addition, it will range depending upon the type of laser equipment used. The underarms area range in cost of about $90. If treated properly, 6-8 treatments would be needed for 80-90% clearance. However, it is a quick procedure in comparison to electrolysis in that a whole area is able to be treated in one sitting.

Electrolysis costs are dependent upon the time of length scheduled. The longer the appointment, the greater the cost with the more individual hair follicles treated. Individual sessions vary from 15 minutes at $30 to 1 hour at $90. If a larger area or an area with a larger amount of hair is be treated, sessions longer than 1 hour can be accommodated. Multiple treatments to each individual hair follicle will be needed over a length of time, so it is an investment. However, the outcome of permanency is the weighing factor.

Work With Advanced Electrolysis

We are Northern Utah’s specialty provider for hair removal and advanced skin treatments including cosmetic injections. Each patient that visits our office is given a thorough consultation including a collaboration to address their concerns and needs. The focus at our office is caring of of our patients and providing results. We can help recommend whether electrolysis or laser hair removal is best for your situation. We aim to provide a peaceful environment that helps your focus on taking time for yourself and your health.

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Our licensed team at Advanced Electrolysis & Medical Spa works to help you have as much of a pain-free experience as possible and achieve beautiful results. With doctors, electrologists, and master estheticians in our office, all of your medical spa needs are covered. Contact our office in Ogden, UT, to schedule your appointment and get back to a carefree life.

Filed Under: Hair Removal Tagged With: electrolysis, laser hair removal

One of the questions electrologists are asked most frequently is, “what is the difference between electrolysis and laser hair removal?”

When it comes to the end goal of hair removal, the main difference is that electrolysis achieves permanent results after completion. Laser is expected to produce semi-permanent results with a touch up needed yearly. 

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Technique

Both techniques aim to disable hair follicles from producing hair over the long term. The dermal papilla, which is responsible for the growth and nourishment for hair, is targeted in both techniques. 

Laser targets the papilla using a concentrated beam of light that is absorbed by melanin in the hair structure. Melanin is a dark brown to black pigment present in the hair, eyes, and skin. The darker one’s skin color, the more melanin is present in the skin. Because the laser is attracted to melanin, the best results are achieved when there is high contrast between hair color and skin color. 

Electrolysis targets the papilla via an electrical current delivered through a tiny probe inserted in the follicle. The current is adjusted to cause precise injury to the papilla either by heat, a chemical reaction, or a blend of both. Hair type, skin reaction, and pain tolerance are factors in determining which kind of current will be used. 

Treatment Times

Generally, laser hair removal takes anywhere between 6-8 treatment sessions to complete. Laser targets whole areas of the body, which allows treatments in large areas completed in one session. 

Completion time for electrolysis differs greatly from person to person. The amount of time needed to clear an area will vary according to the amount of hair present. Electrolysis targets individual hairs one by one, so it may be five minutes or several hours for a session depending on the person’s needs.  In general, it takes anywhere between 6-24 months of treatments to complete.  

Factors that influence treatment times in both techniques include the type of hair present, skill of the operator, and adherence to a schedule that fits within proper growth cycle times.  

Combination Treatments

Combining both laser hair removal and electrolysis treatments into one, utilizes the benefits of both technologies.   For larger, more dense areas laser hair removal may be a great starting point.  After completing the needed treatments, electrolysis can permanently remove the few hairs remaining.  In addition as some of the hair returns the next few years, the hair will be lighter and quicker to remove permanently.   For many people, the hair they want removed varies in color ranging from black to gray.   While laser hair removal only can be effective on dark hair, electrolysis is able to successfully treat all types and colors of hair making combination treatments more desirable.

Call 801-782-5868 to schedule a consultation and see which treatment or combination is right for you. 

Filed Under: Hair Removal Tagged With: electrolysis, hair removal, laser, laser hair removal, permanent hair removal

What is Electrolysis?
Electrolysis is the only FDA approved method for permanent removal of unwanted hair. This is because as the hair is treated, regrowth is prevented rather than just removed temporarily. Only electrolysis provides both hair removal and hair elimination for every skin type and color, hair type and color, and on almost any area of the body.

How Does Electrolysis Work?
During an electrolysis treatment, a very fine needle, smaller than the thickness of the hair, is inserted into the natural opening of the hair follicle and a treatment is given. In order for complete permanency, two areas of the hair follicle need to be destroyed, the bulb and stem cells found in the follicle.  There are three different types of electrolysis treatments; and the treatment used is dependent upon the needs of the hair, hair follicle, and skin of the client.

  1. Galvanic treatments send a tiny electrical impulse into the hair follicle. Mixing with the salt and moisture in the skin, it produces a caustic substance that destroys the hair growing capability within the follicle.
  2. Thermolysis uses heat and vibration to destroy the follicle, eliminating the growing capability.
  3. Blend treatments are a combination of  Galvanic and Thermolysis, combining the best of both methods.

With each treatment the hair follicle receives, the hair will grow lighter and lighter until it is completely gone. Some individuals need consistent treatments due to new growth of hair from dormant hair follicles. This can occur due to genetic and hormonal changes. However, other individuals go through treatments once and, as we call it, “graduate.” Those graduates never need treatment again. The need or lack of need for additional treatments depends upon each individual case.

What Areas Can Be Treated?
Almost all areas of the body can be subject to unwelcome hair growth. The most common areas are typically the chin, upper lip, cheeks, eyebrows, underarm, bikini area, though most areas on the face and all areas of the body can be treated. The best way to be sure is to call in or schedule a consultation.  For women, the unwanted hair on commonly visible areas, like the face, usually take priority. Hair growth on the face can often be caused by hormones, whether imbalanced or not. Genetics and medication can also cause excess hair on the face and body, in areas such as the chest, breasts, and abdomen.

If you are experiencing unwanted hair growth, call our clinic to schedule your free consultation.   In the consultation, we will explain in greater detail the process of electrolysis and what to expect.  After discussing your needs together, we will tailor a treatment plan insuring the greatest success.

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