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Radiancy No! No! LHE Devic...
(Andrea) - 06/24/12 02:32 AM
News (1 viewing)
Breaking stories about hair removal.
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Gray hair can be reversed
(dfahey) - 05/05/13 06:00 PM
Gallery
Image Gallery
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Dectro logo
(Andrea) - 12/14/11 11:18 AM
Emotional Support
Emotional Support
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Share your feelings
How does your hair make you feel?
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Re: 19 year old male. Seve...
(boy1989) - Yesterday at 05:23 AM
Hair Removal Methods
Hair Removal Methods
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Professional Electrolysis (15 viewing)
(permanent hair removal for most) Galvanic, thermolysis, and blend: medically proven for over a century.
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Re: My electrolysis diary
(Karii) - Today at 03:49 PM
Do-It-Yourself Electrolysis (2 viewing)
(possibly permanent-- skill required) Cons and pros of attempting electrolysis on yourself.
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Re: What happens if you do...
(hb84) - Yesterday at 02:40 PM
Laser hair removal (5 viewing)
(permanent hair reduction for some, depending on type used) General information about laser hair removal.
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Re: Laser removal recommen...
(mchllbnll) - Yesterday at 10:57 PM
Do-It-Yourself Laser/IPL (3 viewing)
Home-use laser and IPL devices.
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Re: No! No! Hair Removal
(dfahey) - 05/23/13 12:52 PM
Shaving/Trimming (6 viewing)
(temporary) Devices that cut hair at or above the skin's surface.
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Re: Most natural looking h...
(Michk) - 04/30/13 07:46 PM
Depilatories and Shaving Powders (1 viewing)
(temporary) Products that dissolve hair above the skin's surface.
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Re: Stopgrow hair removal ...
(iLikeDIY) - 03/06/13 09:52 PM
Friction
(temporary) Products used to rub or buff away any hair above the skin.
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Re: Using Friction on biki...
(James-Smith2011) - 10/10/11 02:18 AM
Tweezing/Plucking (3 viewing)
Using forceps to epilate one or a few hairs at a time.
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Re: eyebrows plucking ???
(bonwhite) - 04/07/13 12:59 AM
Waxing and Sugaring (1 viewing)
(temporary) Done by pros or with home use kits.
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Re: Full Leg Waxing - alwa...
(C O'Connell) - 05/18/13 11:48 PM
Rotary epilators (2 viewing)
(temporary) Small electric devices with motorized heads that cause rapid epilation.
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Re: Which to buy
(JoHose) - 04/14/13 12:58 PM
Threading (1 viewing)
(temporary) An ancient method still widely used from Africa to Asia.
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Re: Does threading provide...
(connor_15) - 05/17/13 07:11 AM
Prescription topical (Vaniqa)
The only topical cream cleared by FDA to make claims of hair growth inhibition.
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Re: Vaniqa on base on peni...
(dfahey) - 11/06/12 10:09 AM
Prescription oral medications
Drugs that can reduce hair, but often have other side effects.
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Re: Ortho Tri-Cyclen gave ...
(CareBearhair) - 04/01/13 10:06 AM
Controversial/unproven methods
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Restricted: Genetic Therapy, X-Ray, Photodynamic (1 viewing)
(experimental) An emerging method (still many years away)
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Ginger for hair removal?
(jonas) - 05/05/13 11:45 AM
Electric tweezers
(doubtful) Sold since 1959, with no published proof of permanence
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Re: vector hair removal sy...
(AmyK85) - 03/07/12 07:25 PM
Transdermal/Transcutaneous Patches
(doubtful) Electrified patches sold since the 1990s with no published proof it can work.
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Re: Alkaline Wash
(stoppit&tidyup) - 08/15/11 06:36 AM
Photoepilators
(doubtful) Sold since 1971 with no published proof of claims.
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Re: Sephoras No! No!
(James W. Walker VII) - 10/18/11 04:10 PM
Microwave Hair Removal
(doubtful) Microwaves fired from skin's surface at follicles. Sold since the 1990s with no published proof it is safe and effective.
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Re: radio frequency patche...
(iLikeDIY) - 10/22/12 07:36 AM
Foods and Dietary Supplements (1 viewing)
(doubtful) Over-the-counter products taken orally which claim to affect hair growth.
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Re: Maca Root - my experie...
(James W. Walker VII) - 04/20/12 12:50 AM
Nonprescription Topical Preparations (2 viewing)
(doubtful) Over-the-counter products put on the skin which claim to affect hair growth.
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Re: inhibitif hair reducti...
(C O'Connell) - 05/18/13 11:34 PM
Hair Removal Tips And Local Referrals
Hair Removal Tips And Local Referrals
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Laser and Flash Lamp (IPL) Referrals
Those who use laser and flash lamps for hair removal.
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Re: Looking for a clinic L...
(LAgirl) - 12/04/12 09:21 PM
Tips For Pain Reduction (1 viewing)
How to reduce pain while removing hair.
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Re: Tips for Reducing Lase...
(Laserdude) - 12/04/12 07:09 PM
Legal Referrals
Find someone in your area who can help!
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Re: Choosing a lawyer
(candela) - 07/27/10 09:42 AM
Waxing, Sugaring, Plucking, Threading Referrals (1 viewing)
Find a pro in your area.
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Re: salons are sexist agai...
(CareBearhair) - 04/01/13 09:18 AM
Electrologist Referrals
Info about electrologists in your area.
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Re: Electrology Nightmare
(dfahey) - Yesterday at 08:44 PM
Medical Referrals
Find a local physician.
64 170
Re: natural way to remove ...
(Arlene R. Batz, CPE) - 03/19/12 07:11 AM
Tips For Skin Care (1 viewing)
How to reduce hair removal skin damage and side effects.
89 408
Re: Do women shave their u...
(dfahey) - 05/13/13 10:12 PM
Tips For Saving Money
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Re: Best method for legs
(EvaPro) - 11/19/12 06:46 PM
Tips for increasing effectiveness
Make sure you're getting the best results!
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Re: body hair growth?
(fenix) - 03/16/13 11:52 AM
Special Issues
PCOS, TG, Razor Bumps, Bodybuilding, etc.
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Hormonal issues (1 viewing)
Hormone levels and their effects on hair growth.
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Re: Hormonal imbalance in ...
(Michael Bono) - Today at 06:02 AM
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
Treating unwanted hair, a common side effect of PCOS.
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Re: Suicidal 17 With Exce...
(ZoeStevens) - 05/08/13 08:07 AM
Transgendered/Transsexual (2 viewing)
Hair removal for those seeking a part-time or full-time gender change.
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Happy End Story
(yb) - 11/19/12 05:16 AM
Razor Bumps/PFB (Pseudofolliculitis barbae) (3 viewing)
A common problem for those with curly hair, especially those with African heritage.
57 252
Re: what can i change to p...
(h56ty) - 04/17/13 06:43 AM
Bodybuilding
Don't let unwanted hair take away from the look you've created!
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Re: HGH
(Dave Ryan) - 04/26/12 06:26 PM
Pregnancy
Expectant mothers often encounter unexpected hair.
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Re: Will hair come back wo...
(EvaPro) - 11/11/12 09:35 PM
Darker skin issues
Topics for those with medium to dark skin, especially those with African heritage.
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Re: Pigmentation?
(ekade) - 09/07/12 12:24 AM
News, Ads, Regulations, & Other Info
News, Ads, Regulations, & Other Info
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Government Regulation
Breaking news on hair removal regulation.
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Re: Silhouet Tone Bad Cust...
(dfahey) - 06/13/12 10:49 AM
Advertising (1 viewing)
Seen an ad for hair removal? Report it here!
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Apilus Senior II
(inkak) - 05/18/13 06:58 PM
Forum Feedback: Comments, Criticism, Etc.
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Alabama
Alabama hair removal resources.
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Re: Birmingham: Eastern El...
(Andrea) - 02/19/05 09:33 AM
Alaska
Alaska hair removal resources.
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South Anchorage: A Perfect...
(Andrea) - 06/22/05 08:33 PM
Arizona
Arizona hair removal resources.
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Re: Scottsdale: Boston Sch...
(James W. Walker VII, CPE) - 12/09/05 09:22 PM
Arkansas
Arkansas hair removal resources.
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Fort Smith: Jtec Laser Aes...
(tjkorky) - 12/03/04 06:45 AM
California
California hair removal resources.
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Vista: Electrolysis By Tam...
(Andrea) - 02/12/13 11:28 AM
Colorado
Colorado hair removal resources.
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Greenwood Village: Denver ...
(Andrea) - 03/21/13 08:43 PM
Connecticut
Connecticut resources.
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Oxford: Bare Facts Electro...
(Andrea) - 05/06/12 02:07 PM
Delaware
Delaware resources.
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Milford: Milford Electroly...
(Andrea) - 08/20/04 12:00 AM
District of Columbia
District of Columbia hair removal resources.
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Washington: Hela Spa
(Andrea) - 09/22/04 10:34 PM
Florida
Florida hair removal resources.
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Re: West Palm Beach: Elect...
(mat7077) - 06/27/12 06:38 AM
Georgia
Georgia hair removal resources.
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Re: Marietta: Shirley Pind...
(SueLaine) - 06/20/12 06:37 AM
Hawaii
Hawaii hair removal resources.
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Honolulu: Little Venus Ele...
(Andrea) - 08/20/04 04:14 PM
Idaho
Idaho hair removal resources.
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Re: Idaho electrolysis
(James W. Walker VII, CPE) - 06/14/06 09:02 AM
Illinois
Illinois hair removal resources.
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Re: Elk Grove Village: Liz...
(eclipse123) - 07/27/10 08:37 AM
Indiana
Indiana hair removal resources.
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Laser Focus
(RJC2001) - 10/20/04 11:06 AM
Iowa
Iowa hair removal resources.
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Iowa electrolysis
(Andrea) - 08/19/04 11:52 PM
Kansas
Kansas hair removal resources.
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Topeka: Electrology Clinic
(Andrea) - 09/20/04 12:05 PM
Kentucky (1 viewing)
Kentucky hair removal resources.
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Re: Kentucky electrolysis
(dfahey) - 12/30/11 03:29 PM
Louisiana
Louisiana hair removal resources.
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Re: Louisiana electrolysis
(jeannie17) - 12/12/12 08:33 PM
Maine
Maine hair removal resources.
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Belfast: Electrolysis by B...
(Andrea) - 05/24/05 09:19 AM
Maryland
Maryland hair removal resources.
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Reisterstown: Clarity Medi...
(aleksisa) - 11/22/06 07:05 PM
Massachusetts
Massachusetts hair removal resources.
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Re: Belmont: Electrology b...
(anamika) - 09/26/12 03:00 PM
Michigan
Michigan hair removal resources.
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Re: electrolysis??
(jlh) - 02/19/11 09:52 AM
Minnesota
Minnesota hair removal resources.
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Re: Woodbury: Aesthetic Th...
(dfahey) - 07/11/10 06:47 PM
Mississippi
Mississippi hair removal resources.
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Ridgeland: Electrolysis of...
(Andrea) - 10/31/05 02:22 PM
Missouri
Missouri hair removal resources.
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St. Joseph: St. Joseph Spe...
(Andrea) - 09/16/04 10:17 PM
Montana
Montana hair removal resources.
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Montana electrolysis
(Andrea) - 08/19/04 11:42 PM
Nebraska
Nebraska hair removal resources.
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Nebraska electrolysis
(Andrea) - 08/19/04 11:41 PM
Nevada
Nevada hair removal resources.
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Las Vegas: New Finish Elec...
(Andrea) - 04/28/09 12:22 AM
New Hampshire
New Hampshire hair removal resources.
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Hudson: Merrimack Valley E...
(Andrea) - 12/05/05 08:05 AM
New Jersey
New Jersey hair removal resources.
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Re: Brick: Lorraine Cupolo...
(hdblue) - 11/22/10 06:04 PM
New Mexico
New Mexico hair removal resources.
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Re: New Mexico electrolysi...
(James W. Walker VII) - 07/25/11 05:34 PM
New York
New York hair removal resources.
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Re: Jamaica, Queens Electr...
(Perfection Elect) - 10/20/12 08:41 AM
North Carolina
North Carolina hair removal resources.
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Re: Charlotte: Charlotte E...
(James W. Walker VII) - 01/06/12 01:47 PM
North Dakota
North Dakota hair removal resources.
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North Dakota electrolysis
(Andrea) - 08/19/04 11:35 PM
Ohio
Ohio hair removal resources.
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Re: Toledo: Liza A. Syvert...
(Liza Syvert) - 04/30/13 05:24 PM
Oklahoma
Oklahoma hair rmeoval resources.
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Bartlesville: Nancy Castee...
(Andrea) - 08/21/04 11:21 AM
Oregon
Oregon hair removal reources.
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I think you need it
(worldpeace) - 08/23/11 06:02 PM
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania hair removal resources.
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Tunkhannock: Angelique Pet...
(Andrea) - 12/31/10 10:08 AM
Rhode Island
Rhode Island hair removal resources.
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Lincoln: Advanced Laser Cl...
(Andrea) - 09/22/04 10:22 PM
South Carolina
South Carolina hair removal resources.
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Re: Columbia: A Bare Affai...
(HairyMonkey) - 06/12/11 02:46 PM
South Dakota
South Dakota hair removal resources.
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Watertown: Electrolysis Cl...
(Andrea) - 08/21/04 10:03 AM
Tennessee (1 viewing)
Tennessee hair removal resources.
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Re: Tennessee electrolysis
(James W. Walker VII, CPE) - 11/20/04 07:17 PM
Texas
Texas hair removal resources
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Re: Dallas: Electrolysis f...
(Lawrence1) - 12/15/11 05:22 PM
Utah
Utah hair removal resources.
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Logan: Lisa Klomp, LE
(Andrea) - 08/21/04 12:43 AM
Vermont
Vermont hair removal resources.
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Essex Junction: Burlington...
(Andrea) - 08/19/04 10:08 PM
Virginia
Virginia hair removal resources.
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Virginia Beach: JustSmart ...
(Andrea) - 06/19/12 04:00 PM
Washington
Washington hair removal resources.
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Re: Renton: Puget Sound El...
(James W. Walker VII) - 05/10/12 08:08 PM
West Virginia
West Virginia hair removal resources.
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Beckley: A Alice Carte Ele...
(Andrea) - 08/19/04 10:53 PM
Wisconsin
Wisconsin hair removal resources.
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Mequon, WI: Mequon Electro...
(James W. Walker VII, CPE) - 11/21/09 05:38 AM
Wyoming
Wyoming hair removal resources.
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Riverton: Smooth As Silk E...
(Andrea) - 08/19/04 10:06 PM
Practitioners outside the U.S.
Hair removal practitioners outside the United States.
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Richmond Hill, Ontario: Pr...
(DiaDaisy88) - 04/24/13 12:30 AM
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