Hair Removal
Frequently Asked Questions

What causes excess hair growth?

   Congenital Factor

1. Genetic background determines both factor and amount of hair throughout your life time. Some people tend to have excess hair growth.
2. Abnormalities or dysfunction of Endocrine glands may cause Hirsutism or excessive hair growth.
3. Certain medications such as Cortisone or other hormones can also cause this problem.

What can be done about my unwanted hair?

There are two types of hair removal:

Temporary:

1. Shaving is the most common method.
2. Depilatory or cremes. These forms contain alkaline which can break down hair structure.
3. Tweezing and waxing: These are the same procedures since they both pull the hair out and can cause ingrown hair and/or distorted hair root.

Permanent:

Electrolysis is the only permanent way to remove hair, which has been approved by the medical profession. Electrolysis is accomplished by inserting a very thin wire (Filament) into an open pore (Follicle). By using a small amount of heat, then papilla (root), most of the follicle is destroyed and the hair can be permanently removed.

Eliminating the problem

At Cosmo's electrolysis clinic we use the most scientific method and modern technique which can do away with your "Unwanted Hair Problem" safely and permanently. We offer free consultation without obligation. This will give you an idea on your particular case.

How long does it take and how often do I come in?

This will depend on your type of hair growth, what kind of temporary method your may have used and for how long. The hair showing on an area is only a small percentage of the total growth. There are approximately 1,000 hair roots per square inch of skin. A large area can be cleared in a short treatment. Beneath the cleared skin area are roots of old hair which have shed, been rubbed off or newel tweezed. Some of these roots are resting and some are growing. It is difficult to determine which are growing, but slowly and gradually they will reach the surface. Therefore, further treatment becomes necessary over a period of time until every active hair root has pushed its hair to the surface so it can be permanently removed.

Does electrolysis hurt?

what you feel is a sensation of warmth. It will depend on the thickness of the hair. Some people fall asleep which having it done. Everyone a a different tolerance to pain.

How expensive is electrolysis?

Electrolysis would cost more than temporary methods, but there are several benefits to professional permanent hair removal. You will save many hours and expense spent over a life time of using temporary methods.

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