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Hair Removal (cont.)

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Electrolysis

There are two primary hair removal methods of electrolysis: galvanic and thermolytic.

  • Galvanic. Chemically destroys hair follicle. It is the oldest method used, but requires several treatments.
  • Thermolytic. Uses heat to destroy the hair follicle.

In either case, be sure to find a professional who is highly trained and knowledgeable with this hair removal method. Electrolysis can be used on all parts of the body to remove unwanted hair.

Oral Medications

If none of these hair removal methods seem to address your particular problems, ask your doctor about oral medications to inhibit hair growth.

There is a topical cream called Vaniqa, recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the slowing of facial hair growth in women. This cream slows growth, but will not remove the hair.

Reviewed by the doctors at The Cleveland Clinic, Department of Dermatology.
Edited by Michael W. Smith , MD, May 2003.

Portions of this page © The Cleveland Clinic 2000-2003.



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