With the new technology of laser hair removal many people find themselves confused when asked the difference between laser hair removal and Electrolysis. The following I hope will answer some of your questions explaining what you need to consider when making your decision on what option is best for you.

Electrolysis Permanent Hair Removal

• Technology has been around for over 135 years and has excellent track record
• Is the ONLY method FDA approved for complete permanent hair removal
• Electrolysis can treat ALL hair types on ALL skin types
• Targets one hair at time, ensures accuracy
• Can be done anywhere on the body(except inside nose)
• Hairs are removed at the time of treatment
• Can be done on large or small areas, appointments can be as frequent as needed

Laser Hair Removal

• Technology has been around for about 20 years
• Only approved by the FDA for long term hair reduction (40% to 80%)
• Targets melanin (pigment color of the hair) and BEST results are on Dark coarse hair and light skin
• Not effective in treating blond, grey, red hairs and even hairs that are dark but too fine. Also not safe on tanned skin or dark colored skin
• Hairs treated take from 2 to 14 days to fall out.
• Can induce hair growth in areas where hair is not dark enough