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Lucy Peters is a New York based electrolysis practitioner and epilator manufacturer. Peters’ proprietary Integrated System is a flash thermolysis device used in conjunction with flexible, insulated, bulbous-tipped probes. Several locations are connected to the brand. This company has provided satisfactory results for many consumers, though they are known for overpromise in their marketing materials. Their … Continue reading “Lucy Peters International, Inc.”
Berkowits School of Electrolysis was founded in 1978 by Barry Herman. In addition to electrology training, they also teach laser hair removal procedures and offer training required for certification in many states. In 1982, Mr. Herman began manufacture of the Berkowits 2200S epilator, a needle-type thermolysis device. The device was cleared by FDA in 1986 … Continue reading “Berkowits School of Electrolysis, Inc.”
It’s very hard to separate the facts from the quacks, so I recommend relying on published, peer-reviewed medical literature for the most reliable information. I’ve listed a handful of websites which have compiled reliable information, and I’ve also listed some of the worst offenders for spreading misinformation. The “A” List The following websites provide what … Continue reading “Information sources on hair removal”
Some states have taken a position on who can and cannot perform laser hair removal or intense pulsed light hair removal. This is usually determined by each state’s state medical board, and in some cases by other professional boards. States without listed regulation have not been confirmed at the time of this writing. Please note that … Continue reading “Laser hair removal regulations by state”
Florida-based Lasertrolysis of Naples owned a promotional site for their LightSpeed hair removal centers and the Laser Training facility. They have since gone out of business. Their site offered: Laser and electrolysis hair removal treatments at their salon Courses in laser hair removal for practitioners Laser hair removal at affiliate offices (To be a LightSpeed … Continue reading “Lasertrolysis/LightSpeed Training”
In the past couple of years, a number of hair removal sites have popped up which look like they are made by consumers, or look like they don’t sell anything. Well, I’m tired of this misleading practice, so here’s the scoop on who’s behind some of the popular sites out there. I’ve even graded them … Continue reading “Hair removal website ratings”
Lasertrolysis of Naples is a promotional site run by a Florida-based team that offers training for laser hair removal practitioners. The two main employees Wally Roberts and Alison Sahoo, have been involved in promoting and selling lasers for years. Sahoo’s dad used to run Palomar Medical Technologies, and she was their corporate promoter until her … Continue reading “LightSpeed Training’s “Laser Library””
Hair removal options can seem overwhelming, but some great products exist hidden among all the scams. Recommendations for professional methods Choosing a practitioner: Laser/light Electrologist Topical anesthetic creams ” width=”10″ height=”7″> LMX-5 Hair removal aftercare Tend Skin Anthony Ingrown Hair Treatment Ingrown Hair Eliminating Peeling Pads MiN New York Solution2 Post Shave Treatment Lab Series … Continue reading “Best hair removal products, services, and resources”
Steve Mills of Daventry Today profiles Maninder Bhandal, owner of The Haven in Sheaf Street, Daventry, who has added an Apilus electrology machine to her salon: The Haven has had the Apilus technology since October and Mrs Bhandal said it had gone down well with her customers. She explained: “It has been absolutely wonderful. Previously, … Continue reading “Profile: Daventry clinic adds Apilus electrolysis”
