Elos hair removal - what is it, contraindications and consequences, reviews from oncologists

Elos hair removal is one of the most popular ways to remove unwanted hair. The technique combines two types of effects on the hair follicle - optical and electrical. The action of energy and current allows you to get rid of hair in the desired area for a long period. To ensure that the procedure does not cause damage, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with all the nuances and contraindications in advance.

What is Elos (elos) hair removal

Elos hair removal is a modern method of permanent removal of unwanted body hair using a device that emits combined (laser or LPG) radiofrequency waves of laser, photoepilation and low-power current.

The process begins with exposure to a laser beam, which heats the hair, its root and blood vessels, then, using an electric discharge, the damaged and weakened bulb is destroyed.

Simply put, the Elos hair removal procedure allows you to quickly get rid of unwanted body hair with the effect of reducing its ability to grow. Over time, hair stops growing completely on the treated areas of the body.

This procedure is one of the most effective of all that have been invented recently and today is considered an innovative development in the field of cosmetology.

This hair removal method is suitable for any part of the body and for any type of hair on it. The innovative method is most suitable for the areas that give women the most problems: the bikini and armpits. The procedure allows you to minimize discomfort in these places.

Advantages of electrolysis

Electrolysis is a revolutionary and most effective method of hair removal. It has the following advantages:

The only method to date that allows you to permanently lose unwanted hairs;
removes rather than damages the hair follicle;
wide range of effects;
safety;
scientifically researched methodology;
due to the targeted supply of heat to the hair, it works exclusively inside, destroying only the follicle;
versatility: suitable for any hair, regardless of its tone, thickness and density;
large selection of techniques;
no side effects;

Benefits of Elos hair removal

The advantages of this method compared to other similar technologies are obvious:

The procedure eliminates the risk of age spots. Therefore, elos hair removal is recommended for those who have skin problems.

It is important that this is an action that is indicated for patients with pigmentation disorders, including age-related ones.

The risk of swelling on the skin is practically eliminated.
Burns, redness and other unpleasant consequences of hair removal are minimized.
Using this method, you can get rid of hair whose roots are weak and not amenable to other forms of influence.
After applying elos hair removal to the skin, no traces remain on it.
This method has a prolonged action, but to consolidate the result it is necessary to carry out several procedures. Their exact number can only be determined by a professional cosmetologist.
Elos hair removal allows you to remove hair at any time of the year, which makes this area of hardware cosmetology indispensable during the holiday season. Only this method has this advantage.
During a hair removal session, the device does not come into contact with the skin, which means there is no chance of infection.
The technology allows you to permanently get rid of problems with ingrown hair on the body.

Laser hair removal is in many ways similar to elos, but at the same time it has significant differences

The essence of technology

The hair shaft is heated using current. At the same time, a photo flash occurs, which allows the temperature to be evenly distributed over the treated segment. This helps avoid overheating and also reduces the risk of burns and irritation.

As a result, the depth of penetration of electromagnetic energy increases, the structure of the hair changes and is destroyed. To minimize pain, the device includes a cooling attachment.

Elos removes hair in the active growth stage. In one session, up to 10% of unnecessary hairs disappear. Thanks to the synergistic effect, collagen is produced, which leads to tissue rejuvenation.

Elos hair removal or laser (diode laser): which is better?

Laser and elos are similar in their method of exposure. But after laser therapy, hair may begin to grow again after a few years. After Elos hair removal this is no longer possible. This effect is due to the fact that the hair follicle is completely destroyed in several sessions . And after laser removal, hair growth stops only temporarily.

This procedure is considered to be less painful than any other hair removal options. The effect is achieved due to the ability to regulate the power level of impact on the hair and follicles.

But many salon clients noted that the laser hair removal option is more “gentle.” This effect is largely due to personal sensations and the degree of sensitivity of the skin to pain.

According to reviews, laser hair removal is a more gentle method than elos

Both laser and ELOS are non-one-time procedures. To completely get rid of unwanted hair, several visits to a cosmetologist are required.

These procedures also have the same interval between visits to the specialist’s office. It is at least two months.

The laser procedure is most effective for light and fine hair. With its help, you can easily remove only light “fluff” on the body.

Elos hair removal proves that body hair is not a reason to despair. This property of this method lies in its complex effect on the hair.

The methods also differ in the duration of the procedure. A one-time session of hair removal in the armpit using a laser lasts approximately 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the hair and its hardness. All other things being equal, an elos hair removal session lasts no more than 10 minutes.

Features of the method

The Israeli development was based on the beautiful concept of using a non-invasive method to remove unwanted vegetation. Thus, it was necessary to create a “virtual” instrument so that the current could be applied directly to the required area, and not move along it from one hair to another.

However, a temperature difference of only 7% did not ensure the triumphant popularity of the technique, as was promised in advertising brochures.

The technique is quite working, but in some respects it is inferior to methods such as laser hair removal, photoepilation and electrolysis. And all due to the fact that current and light act at a low level, this does not give complications, however, or any special effect. In addition, the method is ineffective for blond and gray hair, which also does not add any advantages to it.

Note ! Foreign experts claim that setting up equipment and working on it is quite difficult. In this regard, the technique resembles electrolysis.

Working with ELOS hair removal equipment is not always easy

Thus, the most effective procedure for removing excess hair is electrolysis, since the most effective effect is the individual treatment of each hair with electric current.

Contraindications

Cosmetologists recommend that you consult a doctor before carrying out this procedure.

Before visiting the salon, you need to visit the following specialists:

gynecologist,
mammologist,
endocrinologist.

The procedure cannot be performed if:

The woman is breastfeeding or pregnant.
The client may have an allergic reaction to light.
There are diseases of the body's hematopoietic system.
Individual intolerance to the components of the cooling gel used during the procedure.
The client suffers from epileptic seizures.
The procedure should not be performed on injured skin.
You cannot remove hair using ELOS immediately after visiting a solarium or the beach. It should take at least two weeks.
There are suspicions of cancer or the presence of neoplasms of unknown etiology.

Oncological diseases are a contraindication for elos hair removal

If the client has varicose veins, this procedure is contraindicated.
Elos hair removal cannot be performed if there are metal implants in the body.
The procedure may be denied to patients with a pacemaker.
While taking certain types of antibiotics, Elos hair removal is prohibited.
There will be no effect from this type of hair removal if the client is taking hormonal contraceptives.
During menstruation, this procedure is strictly forbidden.

Laser alexandrite hair removal - interview with a doctor

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Patients of the Clinic ask a lot of questions about laser hair removal and alexandrite hair removal in particular. We've collected them all in one article with answers from our doctor, oral surgeon and dermatologist rolled into one.

Why is laser hair removal necessary?

Today's man wants to look perfect under any conditions. It is impossible to deny the fact that it is aesthetically pleasing to have silky and smooth skin. However, getting rid of hair is not the most pleasant and time-consuming process. Trimmers, creams intended for depilation, wax strips, electrolysis - these hair removal methods must be used on an ongoing basis, and hair growth does not stop even with their permanent use. On the contrary, when using a razor, for example, many people notice that the hair becomes darker, thicker, and grows more intensely.

Alexandrite laser hair removal can save us from all these torments, being the most popular and effective method of light-based permanent hair removal.

Who is laser hair removal indicated for?

Alexandrite laser hair removal is the most popular among women. Beauty standards and the internal desire to have a standard appearance dictate their own rules. Ladies should always look luxurious and have well-groomed skin on their arms and legs. Genetics and other factors can make unpleasant adjustments to women’s plans to have smooth skin, but everyone, without exception, wants to have an impeccable appearance.

This is where hair removal with an alexandrite laser can help. Issues of everyday comfort and hygiene make girls think about getting rid of hair in the armpit and bikini areas. Here, not only the desire to look aesthetically pleasing, but also to feel comfortable plays a role - growing hair often provokes the appearance of uncomfortable sensations. The most popular areas for hair removal are not limited to delicate areas. Many women experience difficulties associated with hormonal imbalances. Hormone imbalance often manifests itself externally as hair growth in unusual areas - on the face, chest, stomach or lower back. Of course, such a problem must be solved comprehensively and from the inside, resorting not only to laser hair removal, but also by contacting an endocrinologist, gynecologist and other specialists to whom the therapist will refer the patient.

Hormonal problems are not solved in a few days; most often, their elimination requires both taking medications and various procedures to eliminate the external manifestations of disorders. Alexandrite laser hair removal is one of these procedures.

Is laser hair removal indicated for men?

Definitely yes. Men are increasingly becoming clients of cosmetologists in clinics, because they also want to look aesthetically pleasing and save themselves from the inconvenience that excess hair brings. Some people need to get rid of stubble due to the demands of their professional activities, others simply want to forget about the daily use of a trimmer or machine.

Most representatives of the stronger sex are forced to use a razor every day. Unfortunately, almost every man knows such phenomena as skin irritation, redness in hair removal areas, and folliculitis. How can we forget about microtraumas, scratches and other troubles that accompany the process of getting rid of hair?

There is a salvation: if you regularly attend the alexandrite laser hair removal procedure, the hair becomes less thick and coarse, inflammation and irritation go away. After completing a full course, your hair leaves you completely.

Recently, wearing a beard has become especially relevant, which further complicates the daily care of a man’s appearance. To make the beard look

carefully, you have to make almost titanic efforts, because hair often grows where you wouldn’t want to see it. With the help of laser hair removal, a man will be able to constantly have a neat beard.

Often our patients are men involved in sports activities - swimming, wrestling or modeling. To maximize their own effectiveness in the competitive process, they need to eliminate all distractions that cause discomfort. Such factors include excessive hair length, and often the presence of hair at all.

Therefore, thinking that only representatives of the fair sex resort to laser hair removal is a big mistake.

Why use a laser if there are simpler ways to remove hair?

Less complex methods of getting rid of hair suggest only a temporary effect. Such techniques include:

using a razor

electrolysis;

and photoepilation;

waxing, sugar hair removal; hair removal with threads

Such techniques are usually inexpensive and can be performed at home. But they all have two big obvious disadvantages - the effect of using these methods is short-lived and they take a lot of time.

After using the trimmer, already on the second day, unpleasant hairs appear, which feel much harsher and less aesthetically pleasing than those that were shaved initially. The use of waxing, sugaring and electrolysis gives longer-lasting results, but the procedure is accompanied by severe pain. It is worth remembering that after 3-4 weeks the hair appears again, and this process is often accompanied by inflammation of the follicles, irritation and redness. In order to repeat hair removal from the root, patients are forced to wait for the inflammation to stop and grow new hair to an acceptable length. Therefore, you have to give up beautiful open clothes, and all this is extremely unpleasant to the touch. Often, the regrowth of new hair after sessions of such procedures occurs along with peeling, the appearance of pigment spots, scarring and other undesirable phenomena.

Now let's try to calculate how much time needs to be spent preparing the skin for an important event or trip in today's busy environment - purchasing new trimmers, depilatory creams, visiting a cosmetologist at the Clinic. A month, maybe two? What if you also use mechanical hair removal methods that are accompanied by pain and irritation?

What methods apply to getting rid of hair forever?

Methods of permanent hair removal include photo- and electrolysis, laser hair removal using various laser systems. All hair removal procedures have their positive sides and features; let’s study each of them in more detail.

During the electrolysis procedure, the growth cells of the hair follicle are destroyed by exposure to electric current. This methodology is used when the body predominantly grows gray or too light hair that cannot be “taken away” by laser hair removal. Electrolysis is painful and has a high probability of complications (scarring, pigmentation, burns), so for darker hair it is better to use other methods.

Photoepilation and elos-epilation are light methods for long-term hair removal. Elos hair removal is performed using light energy and radio wave energy. These methods work well, but the impact is not as targeted as when using a laser. When using these techniques, the surrounding skin areas heat up, which is accompanied by pain, discomfort, and a decrease in the effectiveness of the procedure. Laser hair removal more precisely affects target areas, eliminating the possibility of contact with other areas.

Laser hair removal is most often carried out using four types of laser systems: alexandrite, neodymium, diode and ruby. They differ in wavelength, pulse characteristics, effectiveness, possible complications and indications for use.

How does a laser work?

Laser light in nature and parameters differs from the daylight we are used to or from the light emanating from the lamps installed in our apartments and houses. Laser light has special properties that are not found in nature. Each type of laser has a specific wavelength, coherence, and collimation (negligible divergence of the light beam).

Thanks to the listed characteristics, laser radiation has a selective effect on target areas, without affecting those that are undesirable. During hair removal, special waves are selected that are easily absorbed by the melanin contained in our hair. The hair is supplied with light energy, which is transformed into heat and heats up until the death of the germ cells occurs. As a result of this effect, hair stops growing. The skin also contains melanin, but it is much less than in the hair, so no damage to the skin occurs - the skin cools down almost instantly.

Why do we use the alexandrite laser in the clinic?

The Alexandrite laser is one of the most effective and in demand today. The Alexandrite laser remarkably removes medium-dark and dark hair; it is effective even in cases where hormonal imbalances occur in the patient’s body, causing darkening, thickening and increased rigidity of the hair.

The advantages of using an alexandrite laser include the following:

· it is safe to remove hair from it, because the effect is only on the hair follicle, and not on the follicle and the adjacent area - the skin, as a diode laser does;
· The procedure does not cause pain, only tingling is possible. In cases of particularly sensitive skin, local anesthetics or a cooling unit can be used;
· alexandrite does not cause scarring or complications, and has the most precise effect on the target area;
universal application - alexandrite laser can be used for any area of the body;
· absolute hygiene - no contact of the module with the skin, and with a diode laser, after applying the gel, the module comes into contact with the skin.

How many procedures are needed to achieve optimal results?

The specific number of procedures must be clarified with a cosmetologist; for different areas, on average, 3 to 6 laser hair removal procedures are required. It is worth not forgetting

that gray hair is not affected by laser beams. Diode laser hair removal, for example, requires 8 to 12 procedures to remove hair.

The lighter the skin and darker the hair, the easier it is to carry out the laser hair removal procedure. It is more difficult to remove hair, the appearance of which is related to hormones: in the armpit area, in the groin area, facial hair growth in women. If you need to get rid of hair in these areas, you need to conduct a full course consisting of several sessions.

Why do you need to undergo a full course of procedures?

This is due to the fact that hair has three stages of growth. Anagen is the active growth stage. Telogen is the stage in which the hair “sleeps”. Catagen is the stage at which hair falls out. Laser treatment can only remove hair that is in the anagen stage. Depending on the selected area and the genetic characteristics of the body, the hair in the active stage can be 15-30 percent. Sometimes we get the feeling that there is too much hair in unwanted areas, but in fact, this is a small part of what can potentially grow in this area. All hair cannot grow at the same time; everything happens gradually. Hair growth occurs in accordance with genetic characteristics (therefore, different nationalities have different hair density) and hormonal factors (thick hair growth appears in adolescents during adolescence). After the first session, you need to wait until new hair grows, and then visit the cosmetologist’s office again.

In one session it is impossible to achieve thinning and damage to all hair follicles. Of course, most of them will be damaged, but those that are especially “hardy” will remain. If you follow the specialist’s recommendations and complete a course of procedures, your hair will disappear forever. Sometimes it happens that after six months to 2 years, patients develop sparse and thin hairs in small quantities. In this case, one laser hair removal procedure will be enough to maintain ideal skin smoothness.

One way or another, laser hair removal is recognized as the most effective and fastest method of getting rid of hair.

Do I need to prepare in any way for the procedure?

Yes, preparation is indeed required. If the patient has previously gotten rid of hair using a razor, cream, or has never removed hair, 3-4 days before the procedure it is necessary to shave the target area with a machine, which is planned to be exposed to the laser. The length of the hair before the procedure should not be more than 2-3 mm in order to prevent the hair from catching fire when exposed to the laser and, accordingly, burning the skin.

How does laser hair removal work?

First, the cosmetologist conducts an initial consultation, during which he makes sure that the patient has no contraindications to the procedure or individual intolerance, assesses the condition of the skin and hair, and makes a conclusion about the possibility/impossibility of the procedure.

If the procedure is indicated for you, and in most cases it is indicated, the specialist begins to carry it out. To protect your eyes, you and your doctor wear glasses. In our clinic, we use a non-contact module to carry out the procedure, which ensures maximum hygiene and gentle effects. During the actual procedure, the laser module carries out non-contact movements parallel to the target area. After the procedure, slight redness may occur.

Many laser installations in other clinics use the contact method of laser hair removal with the application of a special gel. Our way of influence

more hygienic, does not require preliminary application of gel, therefore, after the procedure there is no need to remove any gel.

What is forbidden to do after manipulation?

After a laser hair removal session, redness of the skin may be observed, but in many patients the skin remains the same as it was before the procedure - this is an individual issue. After the procedure, it is not recommended to sunbathe for a week. For 1-3 days after the procedure, we do not recommend visiting a bathhouse, sauna, or swimming in open water.

Are there any contraindications to the use of laser hair removal?

Like any procedure, laser hair removal has cases in which it is not recommended or impossible. Such cases include:

— pregnancy and lactation;
- oncological diseases;
— violation of the integrity of the skin in target areas;
- diabetes;
— fungus and herpes in the area of the proposed procedure;
- those with gray hair;
- patients with acute phases of infectious diseases.

We recommend that all patients make sure that there are no contraindications to the procedure in advance to avoid possible complications and side effects.

Does laser exposure provoke the appearance of malignant tumors?

This is just a myth that has no scientific basis. Laser exposure does not provoke any qualitative changes in tissue. For example, ultraviolet rays can cause cells to mutate, which can subsequently cause tumor formation.

But, despite this, many people are accustomed to thinking that the sun carries only positive connotations, and they perceive laser exposure with caution. Such thoughts are reckless.

What to do with your hair, since it does not fall out immediately after the procedure?

Between laser hair removal sessions, we recommend that our patients use only the machine. It is prohibited to remove hair using wax strips, sugar hair removal or electrolysis. We also do not recommend using tweezers. Removing hair from the root has the opposite effect and can stimulate hair growth.[/column] [/row]

Why are prices for laser hair removal not quite budget-friendly?

Today, the cost of the procedure has become much more humane than it was before, when laser medicine first appeared in Russia. Laser machines are already available in a huge number of clinics, and the patient can choose which laser he likes.

Moreover, when you think about the price of a laser hair removal procedure, remember that you will undergo the course of procedures once and will forever forget about unwanted hair; you will only need to go once a year to remove “awakened” hair. You will have to use a razor or wax for the rest of your life, which in the end will be much more expensive, less effective and will cause much more discomfort, taking up your time.

If the procedure is based on laser exposure, what role is assigned to the cosmetologist?

Of course, laser equipment plays a huge role in the procedure. The delicacy of the effect, its depth and effectiveness, the absence or presence of pain, and the hygiene of the procedure, in the end, depend on the chosen laser. But at the center of the process is always the specialist performing the procedure. The result of the manipulation depends on his qualifications, and no less than on the laser installation itself. If the competence of a cosmetologist did not have

of great importance, laser systems would be in everyone’s home. However, the procedure is not performed at home; this only means that its implementation can only be safe if everything is led by a professional with a higher medical education.

Before laser hair removal, the doctor assesses the condition of the patient’s skin, finds out whether there are contraindications to the use of the procedure, clarifies the patient’s wishes, draws up a session schedule - all these issues are individual, it is impossible for all people to create a universal program of procedures due to differences in genetics, hormonal levels, expectations and a host of other factors. Therefore, one cannot underestimate the contribution of a specialist in the implementation of the laser hair removal procedure.

Reviews of laser alexandrite hair removal

I used to remove hair by shaving, but over time it began to bring more problems than a good result. I decided to permanently remove my hair so as not to have to shave it every 3-4 days. I chose alexandrite hair removal. The laser in the clinic was non-contact, this is very important for me. I did bikini and upper lip. All together it took about 25 minutes. To avoid pain, the doctor used a powerful cooling system. The skin reddened a little, but by evening there was no longer a trace. I was amazed that my hair did not grow for almost 2 months. The new hair was thinner, sparser and lighter. I highly recommend alexandrite hair removal.

I can say my opinion: alexandrite is the best hair removal. Over the course of a year, I did 8 hair removal procedures on my lower legs and bikini area. As a result, they don’t grow on the legs at all, and very few of them hatch in the bikini area and they are much thinner than they were. The doctor said that 2-3 more procedures and then only 1 procedure per year will be needed to maintain the result.

How does the elos hair removal procedure take place in the salon?

The step-by-step procedure is as follows.

Preparation

No special preparation is required for the process, but you need to remember a few rules:

One month before the procedure, you should not remove hair with wax.

At least a month before the procedure, you should not use mechanical means for hair removal, in particular an electric epilator. You can't remove hair with wax either.
A day before hair removal, you need to shave the hair on the desired area of the skin.
There is no need to remove hair above the upper lip yourself - this is the work of a cosmetologist immediately before the procedure.

Carrying out the procedure

The process of hair removal using this device is similar to a laser procedure: the patient puts on special protective glasses, lies down in a comfortable chair, the cosmetologist applies a cooling composition to the skin and begins working with the device.

The client sees flashes of light - this is how the hair follicles are removed. After the procedure, a cream containing panthenol is applied to the patient’s skin.

On average, the hair removal procedure lasts approximately 40 minutes. Experts say that the exposure time depends on the size of the hair, its density and rigidity .

The most sensitive areas to light flashes are the bikini area and armpits.

After the first procedure, hairs may appear. But they will no longer be alive, because they are rootless. In a few days they will fall off on their own. Each time the hair will become thinner and weaker.

How many sessions are needed?

All those who want to get rid of excess hair once and for all are interested in how many sessions they need to undergo. It is important to note that none of the methods used gives a quick effect. This procedure allows you to remove only hairs that are in the active growth stage, which means that it will not be possible to remove all unnecessary hair in just one session. Follicles in a state of sleep or transitional phase can be removed only when they “wake up” and begin to actively grow. The procedures will need to be carried out until all hairs are removed. The duration of cycles is determined by the following factors:

skin color;
skin type;
features of hair structure;
individual characteristics;
location of the problem area.

The effectiveness of the ELOS procedure is due to the double effect on the hair follicle, which distinguishes it from photoepilation or the use of laser.

The exact number of sessions is difficult to determine

Note ! The ELOS technique is considered one of the most popular and safest methods of removing unnecessary vegetation at present.

Typically, 3 to 7 procedures are required with an intermediate interval of 1.5-2 months. The breaks depend on the time it takes for the hair follicle to mature. This process can occur at different speeds in different areas of the body. Specialists study the patient’s characteristics, then determine the number of procedures and the duration of breaks between them. ELOS hair removal can be applied to any client who reaches 18 years of age.

Before determining the number of procedures, the doctor studies the characteristics of the client’s body

The main advantage of this method is the ability of the ELOS hair removal device to get rid of any type of hair:

light;
gray;
cannon;
"hormonal".

But it is necessary to take into account that to eliminate light hairs, more sessions are needed than for dark hairs. To remove light or vellus hairs you will need at least 10 or 12 sessions. And removing dark hairs will take no more than 6 or 8 procedures.

Removing blonde hair will require more treatments

Note ! Hair that grows between sessions is best removed with special creams or using shaving accessories.

The effect of hair removal procedures using this technique is confirmed by a large number of reviews about ELOS hair removal. Patients who have completed a course of sessions believe that this technique is better than others in helping to remove excess vegetation. The positive effect is easy to notice in numerous photographs that record the condition of the skin before and after the procedure.

Elos hair removal of the upper lip - features

You need to carefully prepare for the procedure for removing hair above the upper lip:

Two weeks before the procedure, you should stop visiting the solarium or the beach.
To exclude the possibility of herpes rashes, you need to take antiviral drugs three days before the procedure.
The cosmetologist is obliged to check for allergic reactions in the client.

Elos hair removal (what is it, read above) of the upper lip: before and after photos
The time of the hair removal procedure on the upper lip is about 30 minutes. To achieve the best effect, experts recommend at least 10 sessions . This will destroy all hair follicles that are in the active growth phase.

Getting rid of hair in the bikini area

ELOS hair removal of the genital area allows you to remove vegetation in the bikini area (both classic and deep). This procedure is painless and does not cause complications. If the patient has hypersensitive skin, special anesthetic ointments can be used. The procedure lasts from 30 to 45 minutes.

Note ! The full course involves 6 to 8 procedures.

Hair removal can also be performed in the bikini area

Elos facial hair removal – features

Elos hair removal removes even imperceptible hairs, which makes it indispensable for facial manipulation. This property is based on a combination of electromagnetic and sound waves. This action does not injure and completely cleanses the skin.

After facial hair removal, the following rules should be followed:

After using the hardware procedure, the skin on the face becomes smooth and needs additional protection. Experts do not recommend washing your face with too hot water.
Avoid exposing your face to ultraviolet rays for at least three days. It is necessary to refrain from visiting the swimming pool, sauna and bathhouse.
During the week, you should not use scrubs or other substances that can injure the skin.
Chemical peeling is contraindicated both before the procedure and a month after it.

Carrying out

Before starting the procedure, the specialist must correctly set up the device, select the hair removal method and put on special magnifying glasses. The return electrode, which must remain in contact with the skin throughout the entire procedure, is handed over to the client. The method involves inserting a needle one by one into each follicle in the treated area, accompanied by briefly pressing a button with the foot to activate the equipment. This ensures the launch of a chemical process, as a result of which the follicle coagulates (sinters). The technique requires the highest level of professionalism and experience of a specialist.

In our center you can have inexpensive electrolysis performed exclusively by experienced and certified specialists using modern equipment. With us, your skin will become smooth, silky and youthful!

Elos bikini hair removal, deep bikini - features

Removing hair in the intimate area is always difficult because of the pain. But this type of hair removal helps to cope with this problem.

Its advantages:

Working with this area lasts a short time, which means that pain will be minimal in time.
The procedure gives a lasting effect. And the breaks between sessions give the patient the opportunity to rest and fully recover.
The absence of “black spots” that cause inflammation, skin irritation and rashes.
The method is suitable even for the most sensitive skin.
Hard-to-reach areas on the body are not a problem for the device.
Short rehabilitation period.

Preparation for the procedure involves avoiding sunbathing two weeks before the procedure. You should definitely consult with your gynecologist about possible contraindications.

Hair in the intimate area must be shaved one to two days before the procedure. Hair should not be pulled out mechanically throughout the entire hair removal course.

Before the procedure, a cooling composition and an anesthetic substance are applied to the skin, since this area of the body is very sensitive. Then the cosmetologist sets the necessary parameters on the device.

After completing the work, the specialist must apply a soothing gel to the skin. The skin may be red for some time after exposure, but this is normal.

Hair removal in the intimate area cannot be performed if:

the skin has rashes or is injured.
there is a suspicion of infectious diseases.
during pregnancy and lactation.

Elos hair removal (what it is, you will learn from this article) of the bikini area is prohibited during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Cosmetologists say that the final result and duration of procedures in the intimate area depends on the individual characteristics of the body. On average, 10 procedures are needed to obtain a lasting effect. For light and fine hair, more elos therapy sessions will be needed.

The interval between visits to a cosmetologist should be at least a month. After three sessions, a visit to a specialist can be postponed for six months.

After the procedure, you should not use an electric epilator on your hair or use body scrubs. Saunas and hot baths are contraindicated during the week. During the rehabilitation period - two or three days - you need to wear underwear made from natural fabrics.

Advantages and disadvantages

In ELOS theory, hair removal is recognized as the best to date. In practice, the opinions of clients and cosmetologists differ: some are satisfied, some are not.

The main advantages of the ELOS procedure are:

less time spent on the procedure for any skin type;
minimal risk of burns;
suitable for light vellus hair;
no pain;
no need to grow hair of a certain length;
long-term result;
absence of ingrown hairs and irritation after the procedure.

Disadvantages of the procedure:

high cost of the session;
consequences in the form of burns and hyperpigmented spots due to the unprofessionalism of the master (extremely rare);
recurrence of infectious complications when contraindications are ignored.

How much does it cost to do elos hair removal - price

In the capital's salons, the price of this procedure is quite high. For men, using this method will cost 10-15% more than for women.

The total cost of elos hair removal (you already know what it is) is based on the number of pulses, the size of the hair and the area where it needs to be removed.

Thus, one impulse for body hair removal in the cheapest clinic costs about 180 rubles. And on the body - 250 rubles. It may take only 10-15 pulses to remove hair on the upper lip. This number will increase significantly if we are talking about the cheeks or neck.

Getting rid of excess hair on legs

Leg hair removal is considered one of the most popular and effective methods of ELOS technology. This area of the body contains the maximum number of hair follicles, 20–30% of which are in the active period. Therefore, the use of a laser requires a larger number of sessions for high-quality treatment of this area than is provided for other areas of the body.

It usually takes a little more treatment to remove leg hair.

Home hair removal Elos

This procedure is available not only in beauty salons, but also at home. To carry out Elos hair removal at home, you will need several things:

Hair removal device.
Special safety glasses.
Skin cooling gel.
Anesthetic agents.

The device for home use costs about 25 thousand rubles. It is designed for a certain number of flashes, which should be enough to get rid of unwanted hair in the right place.

The disadvantage of devices for home use is their low power , and not everyone can afford to buy professional equipment.

The most popular home devices for hair removal are produced by Syneron Medical. This company discovered and patented ELOS hair removal technology. It also produces Iluminage devices for home use. There are two types of devices under this brand: Iluminage Touch and Iluminage Precise.

The company positions its know-how as an effective and absolutely safe device that can be mastered even by a non-professional. With this device you can get rid of unwanted hair on your face and body in six months.

It is believed that these devices have the highest lamp life - 3 million flashes.

Experts, however, do not recommend performing this procedure at home. A person who does not have sufficient knowledge can harm himself.

Advantages and disadvantages

The technique has the following advantages:

the use of several types of lasers of different powers allows you to effectively treat the required area of skin;
safety for health and skin in case of professionalism of a specialist and high-quality equipment;
minimum pain;
longer lasting results than with photo hair removal;
absence of ingrown hairs and skin redness;
affordable price.

Disadvantages include:

limited options regarding hair color;
Often, in order to reduce the cost of the procedure, low-quality Chinese-made equipment is installed in salons, which can harm the patient’s health;
the need to grow hairs of a certain length;
does not involve permanent hair removal;
the need to repeat hair removal to maintain the effect;
insufficient knowledge of the method;
risk of burns if the procedure is not performed correctly.

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Elos hair removal – reviews from doctors, oncologists

In assessing the effect of elos hair removal, cosmetologists are divided into two approximately equal camps. Some talk about the high efficiency of the method, others warn that the result does not always live up to expectations.

Some experts believe that about 20% of body hair still remains.

To completely get rid of hair, after completing the main course, additional procedures will be required.

They will need to be carried out approximately once a year.

Other cosmetologists consider this procedure to be 100% effective.

They advise their patients to choose trusted clinics and good doctors.

This will allow you to achieve positive results in a short period of time.

Dermatological specialists unanimously express their opinion that this procedure is harmless if all precautions are followed and the process itself is carried out using licensed equipment and a professional cosmetologist.

According to dermatologists, this type of hair removal is the most gentle. It does not injure the skin and leaves no marks.

Oncologists treat this procedure with caution. They believe that only a completely healthy person can use it. Even the presence of benign tumors may be a contraindication to this type of hair removal. And it’s better not to risk your health.

Elos hair removal is prohibited on areas of the skin where moles and warts are located.

Reviews

Many patients who completed the full course of procedures reported a complete stop in hair growth. A certain number of people noted a significant slowdown in hair growth. Thanks to such reviews and its recognized effectiveness, the technique continues to gain popularity.

Reviews from patients who have tried the procedure themselves are impressive. Literally all of them noticed the simplicity, ease of implementation and painlessness of the technique.

There are quite a lot of positive reviews about this procedure.

Here are just a few comments.

Alena, St. Petersburg

“I had to get rid of unnecessary hair in the bikini area and above the upper lip more than once, but these were always very painful procedures. Everything changed after I tried ELOS hair removal. Now the sessions are quick and painless. Hair growth has slowed down significantly, and sessions are now needed much less frequently. Now I will only go for this procedure.”

Patients confirm the effectiveness of the procedure

Irina, Ukhta

“I really wanted to get rid of excess hair, but I was afraid of the pain from the procedure. As it turned out, it was in vain. After the session there was not even irritation in the bikini area, although I was ready for it. The treated hairs fell out for about 2 weeks, then others, but softer ones, took their place. The specialist said that a couple more sessions and I’ll forget about them. Now I will definitely complete the entire course.”

Oksana, Belgorod

“I’m just tired of struggling with the hair on my legs - a razor helps literally for a day, sugaring and waxing are just torture. I heard about photoepilation and laser hair removal, but somehow I didn’t dare to undergo the procedure. Recently I saw an advertisement that the salon was offering ELOS hair removal. I decided to first study what this procedure is and only then go for it. The cost, the effect, and the guarantee that there will be no pain attracted me. It was all true. Of course, all the hair won’t fall out with one procedure, but I’m ready to undergo a course of sessions just to stop worrying about the hair on my legs.”

Possible consequences

Experts say that the procedure is absolutely safe only if all precautions are followed:

Elos hair removal cannot be performed if there are moles, warts or other growths at the site of hair growth. This can lead to melanoma.
If after the procedure a burn occurs on the treated area, it means that the device for performing it is incorrectly adjusted, or some of its parts are already worn out.
After elos hair removal, long-term painful sensations may occur. This may be due to an individual pain threshold, or a poorly performed procedure.
If the specialist is poorly qualified or the equipment is incorrectly adjusted, scars may remain on the “tender” parts of the body.
The procedure is contraindicated for clients with thyroid disease and all forms of diabetes. In this case, exacerbations of chronic diseases may occur.

After the procedure, you should protect your skin from the sun using tanning products.

Possible negative consequences: how to avoid them

Negative consequences after the procedure occur quite rarely. In some cases, slight redness may appear, which disappears on its own.

If the patient neglected the list of contraindications, or the hair removal technology was violated, inflammatory elements or ulcers may appear. In this case, you need to contact a specialist to select appropriate medications for treatment.

Elos is very different from laser hair removal, but is no less popular. In order for the procedure to be as comfortable and effective as possible, it is important to choose the right cosmetologist. INFINITY laser hair removal salons use only modern equipment. Hair removal is carried out by a cosmetologist with a higher medical education.

Skin care after elos hair removal

Taking care of your skin after the procedure is quite simple:

In the first few days, it is necessary to avoid direct sunlight on the skin and use special tanning products.
For three days, it is not recommended to visit steam rooms and saunas, or take too hot baths.
You should also not use scrubs and aggressive shower products that irritate your skin.
Repeated procedures should be carried out only as prescribed by a specialist within a strictly specified period of time.
Hair that appears between sessions must be removed using cream; under no circumstances should you pull it out with tweezers or use an electric epilator.

Now, knowing how elos hair removal is carried out and what it is, you also need to remember that the method is not suitable for everyone and has a number of serious health contraindications.

Elos hair removal - what is it:

Let's sum it up

ELOS hair removal is one of the most popular procedures for removing excess hair today. Its fame is justified by its high efficiency, long-lasting effect (for some people it lasts for life), and almost complete absence of discomfort. The cost of the sessions is not too high, so many girls prefer this particular hair removal method.

It is important that this procedure is carried out by an experienced specialist in a clinic that has a sufficient number of positive reviews. This guarantees effectiveness, absence of complications and discomfort. Also, do not forget about the specialist’s recommendations and skin care on the treated area after the procedure - this guarantees that there will be no side effects, and the results will last a long time.