Electrolysis hair removal machines, are machines that use an electrical current to remove unwanted facial (mainly) hair. Because the hair must be treated and then removed with tweezers one hair at a time the process can be time consuming and therefore is recommended for only those areas where unwanted hair is at a minimum such as facial areas like the chin, upper lip, and cheek. Special machines called electrolysis machines are used for the removal of hair in these areas.

There are three types of Electrolysis machines used today.

Galvanic Electrolysis Machine

Named after Luigi Galvani the Galvanic electrolysis machines convert the body’s own water and salts into lye. The lye then kills the hair at the hair follicle and is pulled out by tweezers.

Thermolysis Machines

The Thermolysis electrolysis machines were developed in the 1920s and kills the hair by using a short wave frequency to create heat that kills the hair follicle.

Blended Electrolysis Machines

In 1948 Art Hinkle combined the Galvanic and Thermolysis electroysis machines to create a third type of machine that delivers a double whammy to the hair follicles and uses both heat and lye to destroy the hair.

These three basic types of machines have been the basis of electrolysis hair removal since these machines were first invented. The hair is removed by placing a probe at the growth center of the hair follicle at the surface of the skin.

If the point of the probe pierces the skin infection could result and therefore it is essential that the electrolysis technician be well trained. Electrolysis can also be uncomfortable and can cause temporary redness and swelling around the follicles where the hair was removed.

Home Machines

Home electrolysis machines started becoming popular in the 1960s and 1970s and are still used by some people today. These machines have both benefits and disadvantages over having electrolysis in a salon. While some people swear these machines are easy to use and provide money savings and other benefits, others feel that the disadvantages far outweigh the advantages. Here are a few of the advantages and disadvantages of these systems.

Advantages of Home Electrolysis Machines

    * Home electrolysis machines may prove convenient to people living in places where electrolysis is not widely available such as rural communities.

    * Since you are doing the treatments yourself, you can schedule the treatments at your convenience not that of a salon.

    * You can remove as few or as many hairs as you wish at one time without having to pay for extra sessions. People who have a low threshold may only want to remove a half dozen hairs on any given day. This would be quite costly if done at a salon.

    * Saves money overall.

Disadvantages of Home Electrolysis Machines

    * Home electrolysis machines have less voltage than salon machines so there is less chance of permanently removing hair.

    * If you are using a home electrolysis machine that has a probe and you are not trained there is a greater risk of puncturing the skin which can lead to permanent skin damage and the increased risk of infection.

    * Temporary side effects may be worse and last longer than if you had a skilled professional doing the electrolysis.

    * Extremely time consuming

    * Working on certain areas may be difficult and awkward.

    * Some people find home electrolysis more painful than having this type of hair removal done by a professional.

How Do Home Electrolysis Machines Work

Most home electrolysis machines contain the machine, cotton swabs and either a pencil like probe or an electricity conducting gel. When the probe reaches moisture inside the hair follicle the machine lets off a sound letting you know it is sending the electrical current.

You then hold the probe in place the required amount of time (usually ten or twenty seconds) then pull out the hair with a pair of tweezers. If the hair does not come out you can repeat the process again, but, only try to remove the hair twice. You then move on to the next hair and the next.

Best Electrolysis Machine

While most experts recommend against the average person using a home electrolysis machine due to lack of training they do suggest that if you are going to purchase one then you need to buy one that works like the ones used by professionals for the best results. This means that you are going to want a probe that you place in the hair follicle.

The One Touch systems seems to gain the best reviews, and do seem to work most like the salon type machines. However, even people who use and like these machines caution that you need to use the lower settings and practice on an area of the body that is less sensitive than the face or other areas.

These users are quick to point out that using too high a setting can result in scabbing and even scarring and that these machines can, depending on the person, be uncomfortable or simply painful. They also point out that you will be spending a lot of money on probes as the probes damage easily.

If you are considering buying a home electrolysis machine and have never had electrolysis before it might benefit you to have at least one professional treatment before-hand to discover if electrolysis is something you even want to try on your own. Although most home electrolysis machines are very reasonably priced, electrolysis is not for everyone and knowing before you purchase a machine, could save you money.

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You are sick and tired of that unwanted excess hair on your legs, in your arm pits and along your bikini line. Shaving is simple but, needs to be done constantly to avoid that ugly looking stubble.

You’d love to have laser hair removal but one treatment is too expensive and you’ve read that often times one treatment isn’t enough. Enter the home laser machine and to your surprise an entire machine costs less than a single treatment at your dermatologists or that local health spa. You’d like to get one but, you want to know if they are effective.

Home Laser Machines: Not That New

Home laser machines have been around for a few years now. The early models of these machines were not very effective at all leaving much to be desired in the way of hair removal.

However, with new technological advances these machines are much more effective at removing hair than the old machines especially in areas where the hair is not too dense. While this may seem like good news there are some things you should consider before rushing out and buying a home laser machine.

How Hair Laser Removal Works

The first thing you need to understand is how hair laser removal works. The laser machine produces intense light rays that focus on the pores and hair follicles and burn them including the roots of the hair. Any machine that can burn the roots of your hair, can burn the skin itself. This is not a process to be taken lightly or one that is completely without dangers.

For years doctors have advised people who consider laser hair removal to choose a dermatologist or laser technician that has been trained to use these machines properly. There have been many cases cited where people have had laser hair removal treatments done by people who lacked training and experience and have suffered burns sometimes severe from these treatments.

Now these machines are being put on the market where they are sold for home use to be used by the average person who more than likely has no experience or training in laser hair removal. As if that wasn’t bad enough you will more than likely be giving these treatments to yourself meaning you would have to use a mirror to treat that underarm hair or bikini line which would only increase the chances of things going wrong.

What this means is that you could possibly have burning and scarring in very sensitive areas of your body. Only you can decide if the risk is worth it.

The Other Side

Proponents of these home laser machines, which usually consists of the companies that manufacturer and sell them are quick to point out that home laser machines don’t have the light intensity of the machines at your dermatologists office and that they come with clear directions for use.

All this is true, however, having a less intense light may only make matters worse as people giving themselves these treatments may tend to use them overlong in one area. And while clear directions may save these companies from liability should you burn yourself, those directions are not going to ease your pain and suffering.

Keep in mind that while these home laser machines are more effective than those manufactured a few years ago they still are not as effective as the high tech laser machines used by dermatologist or the local spa which means that in order to get the same effect in the same amount of time people will have a tendency to over use these machines in order to achieve the results they desire. You have to decide if that is a risk you are willing to take.

Consider your options carefully and if you decide that you can’t live without that home laser hair removal machine then talk to a skilled professional and get some pointers on how to use one of these machines. Do your homework to find the safest machine and follow the directions to the letter. Do everything you can to reduce the risks it might just save you some pain and possibly a medical bill or two.

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Laser hair removal has become increasingly popular. It is a fast and seemingly uncomplicated way to remove that unwanted hair especially in areas where this hair is dense or in large quantities. Most people see laser hair removal as a safe and relatively painless way to remove that unwanted hair. But, is laser hair removal as safe as people imagine.

The truth is, just how safe is it, depends on various factors and there are some risks involved that every one should be aware of. Here is what you should know about the risks of laser hair removal.

Who Is Doing The Removal?

Laser hair removal technicians are not required to have any special training or experience. Unless you do a little research before selecting where and who does your laser hair removal you may find yourself in the hands of someone who has only done the procedure a few times at most.

This could put you at risk for laser burns which in some cases can be quite severe. However, if the technician is well trained there is far less risk and if you are burned the chances are the burns will be minor.

So, before scheduling that hair removal appointment take the time to ask the technician what training they have had in laser hair removal, how many they have done and whatever else you feel you need to know in order to ensure that the person removing that unwanted hair knows what they are doing.

You might also want to check with the Better Business Bureau and see if there have been any complaints filed against the company doing the hair removal and if so whether those complaints had anything to do with the hair removal process itself.

Check For Rates

Laser hair removal is an expensive process. While a business advertising very low rates for this procedure may seem like a good deal the truth is that it may be a sign that their help is unskilled or they simply do not take the time to do the procedure correctly.

Those companies that offer drastically reduced hair removal rates may also be offering drastically increased risks to you as well. If the rates seem too good to be true then it is probably wiser to by pass the company.

Risks Involved With All Companies

No matter where you decide to have your laser hair removal done, there are some risks that are simply inherent in the process. These risks are usually not serious but, you should be aware of them before deciding that laser hair removal is right for you.

Temporary Side Effects

Many people who have laser hair removal suffer from one or more of the following temporary side effects:

    *      Itching

    *      swelling

    *      scabbing

In addition, keep in mind that pain is relative. While some people may experience only a slight burning sensation others may feel as though they suffered a serious sunburn for a day or two so be sure to ask the technician what you can use to alleviate the discomfort that you may feel prior to the procedure. One danger of having laser hair removal may be that people undergoing this procedure often use a numbing cream to prevent the discomfort.

Keep in mind that some people can have reactions to the ingredients in numbing creams and there have been cases reported where the overuse of such creams have resulted in death. However, please note that in both cases where deaths have resulted from numbing creams this cream was applied at home and not by the company doing the laser hair removal.

Other side effects of laser hair removal that have been reported is that in some cases the skin in the area where treatment occurred either became lighter or darker, giving a splotched appear ance to the skin. The other complication, as mentioned before is burns which is more common in people with dark skin since darker pigment absorbs the heat easier than lighter pigment.

For the most part laser hair removal is a safe process with very few risks and side effects. However, knowing what to expect and making sure that the person performing the laser hair removal is a professional will help to ensure that you get that hair removed as painlessly and as risk free as possible.

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