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The more common hair removal methods include inexpensive options such as shaving and depilatory creams. Shaving of course, is an effective facial hair remover in that it trims the hair off at skin level, leaving a smoother surface for about twenty-four hours. It's fast, easy and extremely cheap. The problem with shaving is that it doesn't last long at all and the hair often grows back thicker than before.
Depilatory creams are another inexpensive and temporary way to remove facial hair, although not the best alternative. Messy and often irritating to the skin, creams offer “hit and miss” results - sometimes they work, sometimes they don't.
Waxing is a popular facial hair remover among women and produces results that are somewhat longer lasting than shaving. The downside is that waxing is painful. Waxing applies cold or hot wax directly to the skin, which is then covered by a gauze-like cloth which is ripped away, taking most of the hair with it. As a temporary solution, you'll be ripping hair out for the rest of your life. Can you say ouch?
Permanent facial hair removal solutions
Although a fairly popular method for facial hair removal, laser hair removal isn't permanent. Instead they offer “long-lasting” results that come at a high price. Laser visits average around $500 each and it takes several of those visits to make any headway. You'll also need to wait about two months before you notice any real results. Another drawback of laser hair removal is that it can irritate the skin, depending upon the number of treatments needed and your personal sensitivity level.
Electrolysis, on the other hand is a permanent facial hair removal system. Little electrical shocks are injected into each hair follicle through a needle, killing the hair root and preventing regrowth. Let me say that again… each hair follicle . And because hair grows in different stages, you may need several treatments before you can see any real results. Personally, I have some real reservations about doing that to my face. Your skin wasn't made for that type of abuse. It hurts. It's irritating. And it can cause serious scarring. Electrolysis is also extremely expensive and can cost you several thousand dollars depending upon the amount of hair you're trying to remove.
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