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Contrary to contemporary times, hair removal has not always been about vanity. Throughout the caveman era, ancient Greece and Egypt, men believed that hair removal was essential for survival. They speculated that removing hair from their head and beard would protect them from any invading force that could potentially try to grab onto them during battle. They felt that hair removal was truly a shield of safety in war times. Hair removal has held other significance as well. In some Buddhist, Muslim, Christian and Hindu traditions, head and eyebrow shaving has played a role in regards to joining a monastic community or beginning school.
Women in a variety of cultures have also indulged in hair removal practices. In ancient Egypt, Greece and the Middle East, women aimed to rid their body of all hair, head to toe. Sometimes they would literally rid the head on their hair! In the late 1500s, women began removing hair from their eyebrows and foreheads, which they believed made them appear more fashionable. Many women even used walnut oil on kids foreheads to stave off hair growth. Possibly, one of the strangest techniques of all, women even created bandages of ammonia (cat feces and vinegar) to prevent hair growth.
A consultation is a great way to learn an overview of electrolysis, share your hair removal goals, become familiar with our environment and get to know our practitioners. By coming to meet us in person, you will have the opportunity to learn from us first hand about our offerings. We can walk you through the various types of electrolysis we offer (thermolysis, galvanic and blend) and the differences between them. We also describe what a typical session consists of and we could even do a sample treatment on you.
Women in a variety of cultures have also indulged in hair removal practices. In ancient Egypt, Greece and the Middle East, women aimed to rid their body of all hair, head to toe. Sometimes they would literally rid the head on their hair! In the late 1500s, women began removing hair from their eyebrows and foreheads, which they believed made them appear more fashionable. Many women even used walnut oil on kids foreheads to stave off hair growth. Possibly, one of the strangest techniques of all, women even created bandages of ammonia (cat feces and vinegar) to prevent hair growth.
About the Author
Emily Limoges is a graduate from Berkowits School of Electrolysis. She is an Electrologist by profession, in New York City and loves to share her knowledge on permanent hair removal or electrolysis hair removal. You may follow her for latest updates from beauty and health industry.
