Monday, January 19, 2009

How does Laser Hair Removal compare with other hair removal methods?

Unlike temporary means of hair removal such as waxing, depilatory creams and shaving, Laser Hair Removal does not need to be repeated once the treatment is completed in full. In addition, non-permanent methods of hair removal often cause ingrowns, irritation and bumps. Laser Hair Removal is unique in that it actually reduces ingrowns and other forms of irritation. Laser Hair Removal eradicates the hair follicle allowing for permanent hair reduction while addressing ingrowns. The Laser Hair Removal process is generally comfortable; there is little chance of infection and it lessens the skin inflammation associated with other methods of hair removal.

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

LASERS FOR YOUR FACE

The same technology that zaps your bikini line is ready for your brows, your upper lip, your chin…

It’s permanent, it barely hurts, and it promises to get rid of facial hair its pretty much forever, in five to six visits. “People don’t believe it when they first hear about lasers for the face.” Says Mona Sappenfield. Owner of Mona Spa and Laser Center in Memphis. “Most people can use them with fantastic results.” This includes women with dark skin, and even sensitive skin. “The only hair it won’t get rid of is blond.” Says Cindy Barshop. Owner of New York’s completely Bare. “if the hair is darker than your skin, the laser will get it.” The treatments also have skincare benefits. “Your complexion will look brighter and clearer, since the light pulses are the same as in many laser facials.” Says Sappenfield. Laser hair removal is comparable in price to electrolysis but hurts a lot less. And while women usually have their most loathed hair removed first, laser clients at L.A’s Blue Medical Spa have returned to have their brows permanently shaped.

Go totally bare everywhere with Laser Hair Removal at Blue Medi Spa

LOS ANGELES
Blue Medical Day Spa
Phone: 818.783.3600

Price: Upper lip or chin: $90 first visit; $45 for additional visits. Brows or hairline: $150 first visit; $75 for any additional visits

Bonus: The spa used to be a movie theater, and it looks fabulous. We love the design, so not medi-spa-like. The aestheticians also give amazing pedicures complete with organic pineapple coconut milk soak and hot-stone massage.

As featured in Lucky Magazine by Liz Flahwe

BEAUTY BLACK BOOK: THE BEST ADDRESSES FROM COAST TO COAST

HIGH-TECH HAIR REMOVAL

You can ban the blade, skip the waxing session, and still be a smooth operator. Just check out these state-of-the-art spots. Under the beam of a laser or the flash of intense pulsed light (IPL) the pros will permanently reduce body hair from your upper lip to your lower legs- and everywhere in between.

NUMBER 1 LOS ANGELES
BLUE MEDICAL BEAUTY SPA
14622 Ventura Blvd.
818.783.3600

THE SCOOP—This spot specializes in defuzzing bikini lines and underarms. Fans like Shannon Elizabeth and Virginia Madsen can feel easy knowing they’ll never leave seeing red-skin that is. That’s because registered nurses zap hair follicles using lasers that cool the skin as they treat the area. Post-treatment, chill out in front of calming waterfalls and flat-screen TVs in the lounge decorated in blue glass. And you can banish stubble at your convenience: the spa is open seven days a week, until 8pm on weekdays and 6pm on weekends

BEST SELLER—Bikini Saver Cream ($20).
As featured in InStyle, by Polly Blitzer