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Electrolysis and Laser Hair Removal Difference

What is the Difference Between Electrolysis and Laser Hair Removal?

We are often asked about the difference between electrolysis and laser hair removal.  New York City is chock full of providers who claim that electrolysis is better than laser hair removal.  Here are a few facts so you can decide for yourself.

Electrolysis is an invasive way to perform hair removal. It involves sticking a needle into the skin and literally electrocuting the area in hopes of destroying a single hair follicle. It is meant for white hair that cannot be removed any other way and is not designed to be used on large skin surfaces.  Electrolysis is also not supposed to be performed on a regular basis due to the damage and marks it leaves on the skin.  In fact, those who choose electrolysis vs. laser hair removal must wait long periods (up to nine months depending on age) in between sessions to allow the skin to heal.

Laser hair removal, on the otherhand, is not only effective for hair removal, but it has other positive benefits, including skin rejuvenation and collagen boost.  In fact, we have clients who come to us specifically for those purposes.

When comparing electrolysis to laser hair removal, think about a bicycle vs. a car.  Electrolysis is an older technology that is not considered an alternative to laser hair removal.  On the contrary, laser is faster, more efficient and is actually meant to replace electrolysis.

If you need a reliable, replicable laser hair removal provider in New York City, look no further. When it comes to laser hair removal, NYC residents trust us to provide them with honest, transparent and quality services.  Give Manhattan Laser Centers a call today!

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Laser Hair Removal – Resolving Ingrown Hairs Forever!

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Ingrown hairs cause bumps and discoloration of the skin.  They can also be very painful.  Imagine if you could permanently get rid of pesky and unsightly ingrown hairs?  Well, you actually can with medical laser hair removal. New York City’s preferred laser hair center offers treatment for ingrown hairs.  In fact, Manhattan Laser Centers are the preferred provider for ingrown hair treatment and laser hair removal in NYC.

First, let’s discuss what actually happens with an ingrown hair. Ingrown hairs result when the hair grows back into the skin’s surface.  This often causes a bump and/or discoloration of the skin.  It can become infected and collect puss, and often results in a skin rash.  Ingrown hairs can occur anywhere on the body and are often caused by shaving or waxing.

Ingrown hairs can be treated by medical laser hair removal.  NYC offers many “hair removal” studios, but few actually use medical lasers.  It is important to use a true medical laser when treating ingrown hair.  Laser hair removal of the ingrown hair is often performed in a series of treatments much like traditional laser hair removal. If you have discoloration of the surrounding skin as a result of the ingrown hair, we can help resolve that as well.

If you want to permanently resolve your ingrown hair problem, the only effective way is through medical laser hair removal. NYC residents and anyone in surrounding areas who experience this problem can count on Manhattan Laser Centers to provide them with a permanent solution.  Don’t continue to live with ingrown hairs.  Our staff is highly experienced and our services are very affordable. Schedule your appointment today!

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Medical Laser vs. Intense Pulsed Light

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There are many options when it comes to laser hair removal. New York City is one area that is saturated with laser hair removal providers and it is often difficult to discern the differences.  One aspect you should consider is whether the laser hair removal center you are considering in NYC uses true medical lasers or intense pulsed light (IPL).

Manhattan Laser prides itself on being a laser hair removal center that uses a medical laser.  Unfortunately, many so-called laser hair removal centers in NYC say they use “laser” when they really use IPL.  So, what is the difference between medical laser hair removal and IPL?  Let’s take a closer look:

Light Source

Unlike many laser hair removal centers in New York City, when you choose Manhattan Laser Centers, your treatments will be conducted by a professional using a true medical laser.  Medical lasers use laser technology to permanently remove hair.  IPL, on the otherhand, uses broad-spectrum light which does not permanently remove hair and is considered an alternative to waxing.

Hair Root

Destroying the hair root is key when it comes to successful laser hair removal.  Medical lasers kill the hair root while IPL deals with only the fine hairs on the surface.

Licensing

Medical lasers are a medical technology and require licensing. IPL’s are for spa’s and don’t require licensing.

Skin Tone

IPL can ONLY be used on very, very light skin with very fine hair, otherwise it will burn the skin in the process.  Medical lasers, however, can be used for laser hair removal on all skin tones and hair textures.

When it comes to laser hair removal in NYC, Manhattan Laser Centers has you covered. We are FDA cleared and use medical lasers by Candela. In addition to or as an alternative to full laser hair removal, we can also reduce or re-design body and facial hair and eliminate ingrown hairs.  If you live, work or are visiting New York City, Manhattan or any of the surrounding areas, give us a call today!