Home Laser Hair Removal Machine

Written by on July 3, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Things change over the years and I have had to update this site concerning home laser hair removal to cover advances in technology in recent years. First, laser hair removal treatment could only be carried out by medical practitioners. Then it was allowed by trained technicians in beauty clinics and spas. And now a home laser hair removal machine or two such as the Silk’n have been approved by the FDA as safe for you and me to operate – and buyers are having good things to say at last!

This means that you no longer need to use an expensive clinic if you don’t have the budget or the time to attend. However you still need to use caution when considering purchasing laser equipment to remove hair.

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Save money with a machine you use at home

These portable laser hair removal machines use more or less the same technology as those used in many clinics so you need to consider the same factors before embarking on treatment.

Most of all be aware of the type of skin you have – the more contrast between skin and hair the better you will get on with one of these systems and if you have dark skin then it is best to consult a professional rather than risk using home laser equipment. Some clinics have particular equipment which is better for use on dark skin – see previous post Laser Hair Removal Machines. If you have any doubt at all contact a medical practitioner before you treat yourself.

Read and follow the instructions carefully and start off with a small area to be treated on a non-sensitive area of the body such as your legs or arms. If you’re unsure book one professional laser treatment at a clinic so that you know what to expect before you start. Also see our articles on what to expect before, during and after laser treatment – you’ll find them in the Laser Hair Removal section.

For your safety always wear goggles when operating a laser and stop using the laser hair removal machine immediately if you notice adverse side effects on your skin.

Advantages of Using a Home Laser Hair Removal Machine

One advantage is that you can carry out treatment for a significantly lower cost than that involved in going to a specialist clinic. This is especially significant if you are going to treat large areas of your body considering that whether you use a home or professional treatment you will need a number of sessions and often top up treatments every few months (reducing over time). See Cost of Laser Hair Removal for typical costs.

A second advantage is the sheer flexibility of when you carry out your treatment. There is no need for an appointment – you can fit in your treatment at any time in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

Another advantage is that you will probably decide to treat areas of your body that are not so “hairy” that you would have considered paying large sums of money for professional treatment. You will end up with beautiful, smoother, more hair-free skin as a result of owning a home machine.

Finally in favor of these machine is that as you perform your treatment you can regulate the intensity yourself so that you get the right balance between your threshold for discomfort and the efficiency of the hair removing process. And you can increase the intensity of the treatment as you get used to it entirely at your own pace.

Disadvantages of Home Laser Hair Removal

The machines currently on the market for home use are not for everyone – if you don’t have a good contrast between your (dark) hair and (fair) skin you need a professional opinion on whether laser treatment is for you and potentially a more specialist laser hair removal machine only available in salons.

If you are not confident in your ability to withstand a little discomfort for the sake of beauty, visit a professional laser hair removal clinic where you will feel better in the hands of a technician trained to deal with pain reduction and nervous clients.

If you want to perform hair removal on your face you are advised to use a professional clinic. (Actually I would advise electrolysis anyway for permanent hair removal on a small area such as the face).

A laser hair removal machine may not be sold unless it has received the approval of the FDA so you know they are safe however you do need to follow the instructions – so if you are the type of person that doesn’t do that – use a clinic!

Once You Decide

If you do decide to go ahead then read what independent buyers thought (good and bad – though generally favorable) about the most popular home laser hair removal machine : Silkn Reviews

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The Ultimate Hair Removal Machine

Written by on January 15, 2010 · Leave a Comment

The ultimate hair removal machine is one that you can use yourself in the privacy of your own home to zap your hair until you never see it again. It causes no pain or discomfort at all, it doesn’t make a mess, is easy to use and you are done with it in a few minutes.

Does such a magic hair removing machine exist?

Well, not quite! But we are getting close with some of the newer innovations on the market these days although lets face it, removing hair from the root which is surrounded by nerve ends is never going to pain or discomfort free unless you are anesthetized.

So what are these new permanent hair removal machines? Unfortunately you will hear about many more machines in advertisements than can actually do the job so you do have to be careful not to believe all you read about every “permanent hair removal machine”.

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Biggest hair removal wish? The ultimate hair removal machine

Here are the two that I have looked into quite a bit. They have, it has to be said, mixed reviews but in many cases that is due to the unrealistically high expectations of some customers rather than a fault with the machines. Permanent hair removal is always going to be a slow process needing plenty of patience but if you are willing to learn the skills and techniques, these machines will do the job.

1. Laser Hair Removal

The laser hair removal machine which seems to have the best reviews from genuine customers is the Silk’n. It is only for those who want to remove body hair and who have dark hair and fair skin but if you belong in that category you should take a look at this. Unfortunately home laser hair removal machines have not been developed which deal with darker skins (although there are some machines in clinics which claim to have success with darker skins even professional laser treatment is not as effective with darker skin coloring). Also the machine is not considered safe to use on your face so do not buy it for that purpose.

2. Electrolysis

There is a permanent hair removal machine which has been around for years and which is the only solution in my view for treating facial hair at home for permanent removal. This electrolysis machine gets little attention because it takes a bit of practice and patience to get used to it and make it work for you but it is effective if you are determined to deal with an unwanted hair problem at home. It is the One Touch electrolysis hair removal machine. Whereas the home laser machines cost a few hundred dollars this little machine costs little. Just don’t expect miracles unless you are prepared to work with it. And it probably not wise to practice on your face until you know what you are doing and are happy with the results you are getting from working on a leg or arm!

Instead of waiting for your three wishes from the genie, and asking for one of those pain free no fuss models, check out these two machines and see if they are worth buying in the absence of a miracle.

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Which Home Hair Removal Machine?

Written by on May 7, 2011 · Leave a Comment

If you are fed up paying for professional treatments or you just don’t have the budget or time for them then a home hair removal machine makes a lot of sense.

Provided that you buy the right machine (see below) and follow the instructions without wavering you can save a packet and get the smooth skin you desire without having to travel to appointments. Remember, using a hair removal machine at home will still take a bit of time, however. You have to be prepared for that and have patience otherwise your purchase will be a waste of money.

Temporary or Permanent hair Removal?

GiGi Professional Waxing Kit

GiGi Professional Wax Kit

If you are happy with temporary hair removal solutions, you can buy a waxing kit complete with wax warmer machine which will do an effective job of keeping you hair free for weeks at a time.

Waxing hurts, especially when you first do it and are not used to the process, but after the first few attempts you will see that waxing is not that painful, the hair gets weaker and this is a great way of removing hair.

If you want to cut your learning curve, have a professional waxing treatment before you attempt to treat yourself and you find out exactly how the experts do it.

If you are looking for more permanent results you have two options when it comes to home hair removal machines. You can buy an electrolysis kit or a laser hair removal machine.

Electrolysis Machines

One Touch permanent hair remover system

One Touch electrolysis system

With professional electrolysis hair removal each individual hair is subjected to a tiny electric current through a probe which is inserted alongside the hair follicle. This can be painful as you feel each zap of the current though it is bearable. The skin is not pierced as the probe is inserted just a tiny way into the surface of the skin. Once treated the hair should come out quite easily and is removed with tweezers.

There are electrolysis machines for home use which work in the same way. You will find that it takes patience to learn to use them properly and you should always practice on an unobtrusive area like your leg before moving onto a sensitive area like your face especially as you can damage your skin if you do not follow the instructions.

The problem with electrolysis is that it is slow. Bad enough that you have to treat one hair at a time but the fact remains that one treatment may not be enough to remove hair permanently. With this hair removal system, the hair will grow back if you do not treat it when it is in the right stage of growth or if you miss the follicle or if the current is not strong enough. If you persevere however you will eventually kill all the hair follicles for good, which is not true of any other method. If patience is not your strong point, this type of hair removing machine is probably not the best hair removal machine for you.

When you buy an electrolysis machine be careful about the type you buy. Some of the so-called electrolysis hair removal equipment for home use does not have a probe and the sellers create attractive ads promoting pain free hair removal as well as permanent hair removal at home. However, with these hair removal machines, you grasp each hair with electronic tweezers and the electric current is supposed to travel down the hair and kill the follicle without a probe getting anywhere near it. These machines do not work so don’t waste your money.

The most well known brand of electrolysis hair remover machines, which work with a probe is the One Touch. See our One Touch Electrolysis system review for details

Laser Hair Removal Machines For Home Use

epila laser hair removal system

epila laser device

Professional laser hair removal is quicker than electrolysis (by far) as a whole group of hairs are treated with one pulse of the laser. You will still need a number of sessions (probably about six) for best results as you still have to reach the pesky hairs at the right stage of growth. The treatment generally results in a permanent reduction in hair though some hair will often grow back and you will need top up treatments to deal with any regrowth. If you want to cut the cost of laser hair removal treatment which can set you back a thousand or more, why not buy a home laser hair removal machine. These typically cost a few hundred and you can treat yourself over and over, without worrying about the cost of the initial treatment or the top ups.

Of course these home hair removal systems are not as powerful as the ones which cost tens of thousands which professional laser hair removal clinics use and they are generally designed to treat just a few hairs at a time as well so you will need to spend longer treating yourself and the results may not be so dramatic so quickly. But if you understand that and have a bit of patience you can save huge amounts and your whole body can be hair free by treating yourself regularly until the hair is gone in the comfort of your own home. With laser home hair removal, top ups can be done as needed, no need for vast additional expense and inconvenience at the clinic. However take care if you do not have fair skin and dark hair as you may need a specialist machine in a clinic for successful treatment rather than an all-purpose home hair removal machine.

When it comes to choosing home laser hair removal systems, the main thing to watch out for are that the machine is approved by the FDA for home use. This will be true of all machines sold in the US. If you live elsewhere look for an equivalent accreditation in your country especially if advertising standards are not so strict or choose a machine which is approved for the U.S.m, which is also sold in your country. Also look at the number of hairs that can be treated with one pulse as this will determine the time it will take you to treat yourself. Finally check out the reviews on an independent consumer site for any machine you are thinking of buying so you get the best results for your money.

If you are not sure where to begin your search for a home hair removal laser take a look at the Silk’n laser hair removal machine and Rio hair removal system reviews on this site.

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