K. S.: "Perhaps the most burning question - whether it is possible to remove the hair forever. Or is it really really for a while? "
O. C.: "Rather for a long period. However, it all depends on the age of the patient. The fact is that sex hormones have a stimulating effect on the hair follicles. Closer to climax in women becomes less androgens, therefore, the amount of hair on the body decreases. Therefore, epilation at this age can guarantee the complete disappearance of the hair forever. "
K. S.: "What hardware epilation methods today are most popular?"
O. C.: The "gold standard" of epilation is still considered electronicization. After the course of the procedures, the hair does not grow 5-10 years, then single hairs can "slander". However, electroepilation is an extremely difficult procedure. The work of a specialist can be compared with the difficulty of a jeweler: to destroy the follicle, the electrode needle needs to be reached directly in his mouth. If the hit is accurate, the procedure passes more or less painless. However, unfortunately, blunders are inevitable in such a painstaking work, which causes the patient pain and increases the risk of scar formation. Well, the process itself is very long.
Therefore, laser technology, photoepilation and ELOS-epilation are more in demand. The difference between ELOS-epilation from light technology lies in the fact that in this method two types of exposure - light and electric shock are combined. When using the monochrome light of the laser or broadband light, thermolysis (destruction) occurs due to light radiation. And in ELOS-systems, light is only a wire-nickname that warms, but does not destroy, and the bipolar radio frequency current has a destructive effect. That is, ELOS-epilation is a cross between electric and light epilation. Therefore, the effectiveness of this method is higher than the effectiveness of light techniques, although it is less comfortable for sensations compared to the same laser. "
K. S.: "Wait if ELOS-epilation is more effective, why then continue to make laser hair removal?"
O. C.: "Much depends on the structure of the hair. If the hair is dark, hard, and the skin is light, it is suitable for photo or laser hair removal. Hair bulbs are at a depth of 2-3 millimeters, and the energy supplied is enough to remove the hair. But if the hair is blond, red or bright, to achieve a good result, it is necessary to increase the flow of light energy, which can lead to complications. After all, the hair is lighter and thinner, the deeper there are follicles and the more difficult to remove them. When using light techniques, part of the energy (about 25-30%) is absorbed by healthy tissues containing melanin, and only 30-40% goes to the target place, which is not always enough to destruct the hair. Sometimes even, on the contrary, hair growth is enhanced. Therefore, for the owners of blond or red hair, the optimal choice will be ELOS-epilation, which provides a direct "hitting in the target", effective removal of even the most resistant and strong hair. "
K. S.: "How is it achieved by a high-precision hit?"
O. C.: "Hair, as I have already mentioned, attracts the current that moves along the path of the least resistance - there, where is warmer. Therefore, heating hair, we provide the maximum energy concentration in the Volley Follicle, "clean" current to the target point. "
K. S.: "After this hair ceases to grow?"
O. C.: "After the course of the procedures, the hair does not grow for a long time. The appearance of single flutter hair, which can be removed using a single ELOS-epilation procedure ".
K. S.: "After a person made a re-course, he can be sure that he solved the problem?"
O. C.: "There is no one hundred percent guarantee. After all, there are (let infrequently) cases when new hair appear as a result of a hormonal burst. For example, after childbirth. To such patients, especially with an increased overexpose of the upper lip, chin, near-the-art area, we strongly recommend that the endocrinologist is examined and to pass appropriate analyzes. The effect, of course, will, but will need to carry out significantly more sessions, and the need for a repeated one-time procedure will arise not after a year and a half (as it can usually), and after 6-8 months. "
K. S.: «Can light technologies used in ELOS-epilations provok the appearance of pigment stains?"
O. C.: "Maybe. This, by the way, applies to all light technology, but to elos-epilation to a lesser extent. The fact is that the pigment melanin is present not only in the hair, but also in the skin. When using light genes of epilation, stimulation of melanin production occurs. And if ultraviolet solar rays are connected to this, the probability of the appearance of pigment spots increases significantly (up to 50%). Therefore, we warn patients that within 10 days before the procedure, 10 days after and during the entire course can not be sunbathing. In addition, it is necessary to use sunscreen with a high degree of protection. "
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K. S.: "Tell us more about the ELOS-epilation method: where did he appear, how long ago?"
O. C.: "ELOS-epilation - a method developed by the Israeli company Syneron Medical Ltd, which is used in leading clinics in Europe, USA, Canada. In Russia, he appeared in 2000 and has established itself as one of the most effective ways of getting rid of unwanted hair.
It makes sense to resort to epilation after reaching the age of majority, although teenagers who are concerned about the enhanced hair growth. But we do the procedure only from fifteen years, with consent and in the presence of parents. At the same time, we always remind you that the hormone background is still formed in the puberty period, the hormones "jump", so that most likely the problem will disappear by itself. "
K. S.: "And men add to you?"
O. C.: "Yes, recently there is such a tendency: men are increasingly treated with the purpose of removing unwanted hair. Mostly due to hyperitrichoz - increased hair growth in the field of neck, hands, chest and back. "
K. S.: "I read that there are no contraindications to the ELOS-epilation method ..."
O. C.: "Contraindications are really little, but still they are. These include systemic diseases (red lupus, sclerodermia), hypertension, oncology, diabetes, any diseases in the acute stage, epilepsy, skin diseases, blood clotting disorders, allergies in the sun, the presence of metal implants in the area of procedure, the presence of cardiac stimulator , autoimmune processes. "
K. S.: "And pregnancy, lactation period are contraindications?"
O. C.: "During pregnancy, the main task of the future mother is to endure a child. In the event of physical or psychological discomfort, a tone of the uterus may change, the threat of miscarriage may change. That is why hardware methods are not recommended. And during the lactation period, the woman changes the hormonal background, so the number of procedures can significantly increase. Therefore, I advise first to give birth, fade the baby, and then do your body. "
K. S.: "So, tell us in stages, as the process happens."
O. C.: "The procedure can be carried out when the hair of a little bit across - a roughness is felt at hand. Long hairs have to be removed by the trimmer, otherwise the energy will go to burn them. It is more painful, and not very "economical": in the deep layers of the skin, much less energy is incorporated. Depending on the intensity of hair growth, we advise you to "remove" them two days before the procedure or in the morning.
During the session, the patient and the doctor put on special dark glasses. Then the conductive gel is applied to the skin. If a person has a reduced pain threshold, anesthetics can be used. Next begins directly the epilation process. After the session on the processed area of the skin, a special softening cream is applied. "
K. S.: "How long does hair removal process last?"
O. C.: "The processing of the armpits area takes 10-15 minutes, the zone of deep bikini is 25-30 minutes, and the feet is 1-1.5 hours."
K. S.: "What are the time intervals between procedures?"
O. C.: "Approximately 1.5-2 months - depending on the thickness, color and places of hair growth. The ELOS-epilation rate is usually from 3 to 10 procedures, therefore this method is not suitable for urgent hair removal immediately before leaving. If the rest is scheduled for the near future, it is better to use bioepilation, and on arrival proceed to ELOS-procedures. In order to completely get rid of excess hair on the legs or in the bikini zone, you will need about 6 sessions, in the armpit area - 3-4. The slower all "go" hair from the top lip and chin - sometimes you have to do 9-10 procedures. "
K. S.: "I came across a situation where the girl made several procedures, but there was almost no effect. With what it can be connected?"
O. C.: "The fact is that all hair can not be removed immediately. Get rid of only those hair that are in the actual growth phase. And much depends on the epilacable area. For example, in the zone of the scalp in the active phase there are about 70% of the hair, so three procedures are sufficient for their complete epilation. In the area of the chin "active" only 10-15% of the hair, in the armpit zone - 30%, on the legs - 25-30%. You can talk about the number of procedures based on these indicators. "
K. S.: "What is the main advantage of ELOS-epilation?"
O. C.: "In efficiency. If we compare it with the rest of the methods, it is the safest and most effective way that does not give complications and allows you to achieve excellent results. "
Historical facts about hair
An ordinary person has about 5 million hair on the body. Primitive man had them twice as much. According to the British biologist, Professor Morris, a significant part of the hairproof, people have lost in the process of evolution due to changes in climatic conditions. The more hair is the hotter, the less - the more cooler.
The queen of France Ekaterina Medici (XVI century) banned her special decree to remove women hair on the body, including armpits and bikini area. In the medieval theory, the axillary and pubic hair can increase sexual attractiveness. Modern scientists refute this statement.
Women in ancient Rome from the hair on the body got rid of the baths with a slave. On each rod of the hair, they screwed a rough thread, and then sharply jergal. It was painful, but the women endured, because smooth legs were considered special chic.
There is a version that the princess Olga, which is the rules of Kiev Rusy since 945, made the so-called vaxing: it got rid of unwanted hair with hot resin and wax.
In case of insufficient experience, it was possible to burn the skin greatly. Fortunately, ELOS-epilation and laser hair removal in the 21st century allow you to remove hair quickly and painlessly.