Electrolysis NYC
Hair Follicle Sensitivity
Hair is derivate of the epidermis, the top layer of the skin, and the hair follicle is part of the pilosebaceous system. All of these elements are present at least three months prior to birth. It is extremely rare that new hair follicles will develop in an adult. There is a common misconception that males…
Read MoreStress and Hair Growth
How stress can effect hair growth and even cause hair loss? Too much stress can put excessive demands on the adrenal system. The purpose of the adrenal glands is to produce adrenaline for emergency body functions. The adrenal cortex produces steroids. These steroids can cause male characteristics such as unwanted facial and body hair. Be…
Read MoreShaving Does NOT Make Hair Grow Back Thicker or More Coarse!
No — shaving hair doesn’t change its thickness, color, or rate of growth. How did this rumor about shaving and hair thickness begin? It was once thought that hair might grow like a plant. For example, pruning a plant stimulates the growth of new branches, and maybe shaving did the same for hair. However, this…
Read MoreSkincare Tips for Electrolysis
Below are some tips on how to best prepare your skin for electrolysis: * Gently exfoliating your skin before treatment helps open the hair follicle, allowing the hair to slide out more easily. * Your diet can affect your pain sensitivity. Avoid stimulates such as caffeine, chocolate, and sugar the day of your treatment. *…
Read MoreIngrown Hairs and Razor Bumps
Are you worried about ingrown hair and their removal? Well, you have landed at the right place! Let us understand what is ingrown hair and ingrown hair bumps. Ingrown hairs occur when a hair curls back or grows sideways into the skin, rather than growing straight out. They commonly occur after hair removal methods such…
Read MoreHair Regrowth and Why Patients Should Keep a Proper Electrolysis Schedule
Each area of the body has a set amount of hair follicles from birth. Most of these follicles are dormant from birth or grow hair that is invisible to the human eye. Once a hair follicle is destroyed, it cannot grow another hair. A new hair only results from a dormant follicle that becomes active.…
Read MoreIn Depth Look at the Hair growth Cycle and why Electrolysis Works
Many people believe that the hair they can see is all the hair they will ever have. However, this is not true as hair goes through a life-cycle timed by genes. This cycle can vary from a few months to several years and begins when a new dermal papilla is formed at the base of…
Read MoreThe Vellus Facial Hair
Vellus hair can be defined as short, fine, light colored hair that is barely noticeable. It develops on most of a person’s body starting from their childhood. The two functions of vellus hair are to provide temperature control for the body, which includes heating via thermal insulation and cooling. This hair growth is dictated by…
Read More5 Myths About Electrolysis
Multiple Methods for Hair Removal Available in NYC There are many misconceptions about different methods of hair removal, whether temporary or permanent. The end goal of all these methods, however, is to remove unwanted hair. They each have their own advantages and disadvantages. The major downfall to the temporary hair removal such as shaving, tweezing,…
Read MoreSpring and Summer are Around the Corner in NYC!
Some of my favorite things about New York City are the Spring and Summer seasons. The beautiful trees, lovely flowers, and the chirping birds are delightful. Most of all, I love Spring and Summer wardrobes. The light weight fabrics, shorter hemlines, fun tank tops and of course bathing suits! With that said we expose more…
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