microwave hair removal
 
 
microwave radiation

Microwave Hair Removal

Facts: Extremely limited data on safety and effectiveness (especially for use on the face) make this a device to avoid until there's more data. Gigi is one manufacturer of Microwave hair removal kits.

How it is done: Microwave radiation is sent through a handheld device into the skin, where the energy causes thermal damage.

Claims: "Claims to causes destruction of the follicle without damage to the surrounding skin." (There is no published data showing this device causes destruction of the follicle, let alone selective destruction.



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Tweezing or plucking __________________
How it is done: Metal forceps are used manually to pull hairs out by the root, one or a few at a time. Revlon, Tweezerman, Sally Hanssen, and Maybelline are a few companies that make good affordable tweezers. __________________ Advantages:Very useful for eyebrows or other small areas on face these are thin hairs, but have some pigmentation. __________________
Disadvantages: Some find it painful, especially in the beginning. Difficult for large areas, not recommended It may cause ingrown hairs. May also cause pitting or scarring. Some areas are difficult to do yourself. You have to be really careful when shaping brows: one or two hairs can make a big difference in brow shape