Hair Removal Methods | Permanent Method

Permanent Hair Removal Method

Permanent hair removal involves several imperfect options. A number of methods have been developed that use chemicals, energy of varying types, or a combination to target the areas that regulate hair growth. Permanently destroying these areas while sparing surrounding tissue is a difficult challenge. Methods include:

• Electroepilation
  
  
  
  • Electrolysis or
    

Laser Hair Removal Methods | Temporary Method

Temporary Hair Removal Method

"Depilation", or removal of hair to the level of the skin, lasts several hours to several days and can be achieved by

• Shaving or trimming (manually or with electric shavers)
• Depilatories (creams or "shaving powders" which chemically dissolve hair)
• Friction (rough surfaces used to buff away hair)

"Epilation", or removal of the entire hair from the root, lasts several days to