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Depilex, Ltd. The British version of the electric tweezer scam. Contact information Address: Regent House, Dock Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside L41 1DG Telephone: 051 647 4338 Fax: 051 666 1479 website: email: Available devices Epilator name FDA 510(k) Cleared G B T FT MNG Depilex — — Key to features: G … Continue reading “Depilex, Ltd.”
Divine Skin Solutions, Inc. (now called DS Laboratories) sold a galvanic electric tweezer device under the name Vector for “an unbelievably low price of $199.95.” The Vector by Divine Skin Solutions should be avoided by all consumers. It makes illegal and unsubstantiated claims of permanent hair removal. These are no longer available from the maker, … Continue reading “Vector by Divine Skin Solutions, Inc. (NOT RECOMMENDED)”
AHRS submitted data to FDA claiming substantial equivalence to needle electroysis. On their fourth attempt, AHRS was cleared based on four unpublished, anecdotal, in-house reports with no peer review, discussing nine human subjects, four of whom were observed less than one hour. Comparison to needle epilators, p. 1 pH data, p. 1
AHRS Transdermal electrolysis: Totally temporary results – or – How to waste $4,400.00 needle-lessly! Please see my page on Rejuvenu International Limited for the most recent information on this company. There’s actually no need for this page, since no transgendered woman has reported permanent facial hair removal using Transdermal Electrolysis alone. TE marketers … Continue reading “AHRS (WARNING!)”
Sofblend (Tapeography, Ltd.) Toronto-based Sofblend originated in 1998 as a division of Tapeography, an electronics company that was founded in 1987. The Sofblend T-80 needle epilator is available for use in the US. On January 16, 1996, the FDA reclassified needle epilators, so devices like the T-80 are allowed to be marketed in the US … Continue reading “Sofblend (Tapeography, Ltd.)”
Sterex are a UK based manufacturer of Electrolysis products. Their products include epilators, wet products, and sterile disposable needles, which sell in over 40 countries. Contact information Address: 174 Kings Road, Tyseley, Birmingham, B11 2AP, UK Telephone: +44 (0) 121 708 2404 Fax: +44 (0) 121 707 0028 website: sterex.com email: info@sterex.com Available devices Sterex … Continue reading “Sterex Electrolysis International”
Stoltronic Systems, Inc. Stoltronics had an epilator cleared in 1982. On October 12, 1999, founder Steve Stoltenberg told me they were moving manufacturing to Scotland and working on a website. More as it becomes available. Contact information Address: 10524 High Rock Road Airville, PA 17302 Telephone: 717-993-6308 Fax: website: email: stoltronic@aol.com Available devices Epilator name … Continue reading “Stoltronic Systems, Inc.”
Synoptic Products Synoptic Products is the importer for Ballet needles for the United States, and as such is required by FDA to obtain 501(k) clearance prior to importation. This is standard procedure for importers of medical devices. Maker of Ballet sterile disposable needles. Ballet Technologies Ltd Brunswick House, Rose Lane, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, U.K. SG18 ONB … Continue reading “Synoptic Products/Arand Ltd.”
Leo Unlimited, Inc. Little is known about this manufacturer at this writing. Contact information Address: Telephone: Fax: website: email: Available devices Epilator name FDA 510(k) Cleared G B T FT MNG Epitron Super K834572 04/23/84 X X X X Epilot 80 S ™ K833946 04/04/84 X X X X X Key to features: G … Continue reading ” Leo Unlimited, Inc.”
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.”
