HAIR REMOVAL

At Violet Adair we are specialists in hair

removal. We are very proud of the
successful results we have achieved for
men and women over our 45 years in
the industry. We offer 7 different
methods of hair removal some of which
progressively reduce the hair growth and
others offer successful permanent
removal of the hair.
During an in depth consultation the
unwanted hair growth will be assessed
together with the possible causes. Your
pain threshold will be a factor in our
decision of treatment together with your
skins sensitivity to heat and light,
previous methods of hair removal will be
taken into account, together with your
medical history that may reveal possible
contra- indications to various methods of
treatment. You will be offered advice as
to the realistic time period you should
expect to see visible results.
V I OL E T ADAI R
1B Kensington Church Walk, London W8 4NB
T: (020) 7368 6661
W: www.violetadair.co.uk E: info@violetadair.co.uk
Violet Adair
SKIN CARE CLINIC
Est. 1965
Permanent hair
removal can only
occur during this
active growth
stage
Club hair moves
upwards towards
skin pore and
dermal papilla
begins to
separate from
follicle
Dermal papilla fully
separates from
follicle
Dermal papilla
moves upwards to
meet hair follicle
once again and
hair matrix begins
to form new hair.
How Do Hairs Grow?
The success of all hair removal methods depend on the growth stage
that the hair is in. The hair growth cycle has three stages:
Anagen - The active growth phase of hair follicles.
Catagen - A short transition stage that signals the end of the active
growth of a hair.
Telogen - The resting phase of the hair follicle. This is when the hairs
begin to fall out naturally.
In order for long term reduction or permanent removal of hair to
occur treatments must be conducted when the hair is in the anagen
stage. This is when it is still connected to the dermal papilla. During
this phase the hair grows about 1 cm every 28 days. The amount of
time the hair follicle stays in the anagen phase is genetically
determined. (Scalp hair stays in this active phase of growth for 27
years).
If the hair is treated and it is in the catagen or telogen stages the hair
will grow back and the treatment will need to be repeated.
There are two types of excessive hair growth: hypertrichosis
seen in males and females, and hirsuitism seen in females
only. Hypertrichosis is an abnormal amount of hair growth on
the body: generalised hypertrichosis, occurs over the entire
body, and localised hypertrichosis, is restricted to a certain
area. Hirsuitism is when the growth of body hair on a female
appears in the male pattern (for example chest, back, lip and
chin). Hirsuitism is related to the level of androgen hormone in
an individual.
Excessive hair growth can be caused by increased androgen
levels and can hereditary or can be attributed to many causes
such as stress, hormonal changes, PCOS or even certain
medications. In the case of women, each life stage (puberty,
pregnancy and menopause) can effect hair growth. For these
reasons it is hard to predict the exact time it will take to
achieve complete hair removal of a given area. Men with
unwanted hair are more likely to achieve quicker results or at
least within a more relatively predictable time frame.

Waxing At Violet Adair we have always chosen to use
traditional hot wax - our in-house experts are famous for it. It
is a hygienic and hypoallergenic wax method formulated
from beeswax with added camomile and rose, ideal for the
most sensitive types of skin. A pink putty-like textured wax is
applied in thin, even layers. The comfortable warmth if the
product penetrates deep into the skin to open the hair follicles
and allow the product to attach itself closer to the root of the
hair shaft. This ensures cleaner more effective removal, and
promises not to break the hairs or damage the follicles in the
removal process. The hairs return evenly and softly within
their natural growth cycle.
Threading - an ancient method of hair removal that has long
been popular in many Arab countries, Indian and Persian
culture. In more recent times it has gained popularity
in Western countries. A pure, thin, twisted cotton thread is
rolled over areas of unwanted hair, plucking the hair at
the follicle level. Unlike tweezing, where single hairs are pulled
out one at a time, threading can remove an entire row of hair,
resulting in a straighter line.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) - This treatment uses the latest
advance in pioneering variable pulsed light technology to offer
long lasting and permanent hair removal. Variable settings
allow us to treat various hair types found all over the body,
from thick underarm to ner facial hair. Short safe controlled
pulses of ltered light are absorbed by the melanin in the hair
shaft. The absorption of light produces heat in the follicle that
destroys its ability to regenerate. Hundreds of hair follicles are
destroyed with each pulse ensuring large areas can be treated
safely, quickly and effectively.
Electrolysis - This treatment targets individual hairs by
inserting a thin sterile needle into the hair follicle. A current is
applied which destroys the dermal papilla (the germinating
cells) by stimulating a heat or a chemical reaction within the
follicle. For those scared off by the thought of needles: the
needle is only entering the follicle - the skin is not being
pierced, therefore the client should not feel the use of a needle
- only the current that is being applied.
Transdermal Electrolysis (TE) - This is a comfortable type of
permanent hair reduction without the use of needles. A
number of hairs can be treated at once. The area of unwanted
hairs is waxed or threaded rst to remove the hairs from the
follicle and therefore the area is left clean and smooth. An
electrically charged gel is then applied and probes transmit a
galvanic current through the gel and into the hair follicle. A
chemical reaction occurs that dissolves the cells that cause
the hairs to grow.
Termapil (galvanic) - This treatment uses a galvanic current
to push a hair growth inhibitor product into the skin. First the
hair is professionally removed via waxing, threading or
tweezing. The hair growth inhibitor product is immediately
applied and massaged deep into the skin using a positively
charged galvanic current that increases the action of the
product. The exposed hair germ cells are attacked with anti
re-growth ingredients which when used regularly will reduce
the hair growth.
After Care
Cool The treated area can be red and warm for a few hours
after treatment some swelling may occur. If this is
uncomfortable you can cool the treated area with a cold press
or annel. Do not use ice. This can cause an ice burn.
Astringent Witch Hazel and tea tree oil may be purchased at
Violet Adair for antibacterial and astringent use. Apply for 24
hours post treatment. Please ask for advice before applying
any other after care solution.
Soothe Soothing preparation gel may be applied directly post
procedure and may be advisable for 5 days. Aloe Vera Gel
helps to soothe the area and has antiseptic properties;
however other soothing balms may be more suitable to your
treatment. Please ask our advice rst before applying your
own soothing / moisturising preparations.
Heat Avoid steam and sauna and any excessive heating of the
skin for 24 hours post procedure.
Protect To avoid infection do not touch the treated area
directly after your treatment. Avoid wearing make-up,
swimming, ying, excessive exercise, alcohol, smoking and
close contact with pets for 24hrs post procedure. Avoid
contact with chlorinated swimming pools or sea/salt water.
Crusting With electrolysis the area may crust after treatment.
Do not pick or rub the treated area whilst healing is in process.
Be gentle whilst drying the treated area. Do not expose treated
area to full force of high pressured shower.
Sun Avoid sun exposure including tanning beds / UV lamps
and the use of tanning accelerators for 4 weeks prior to and 4
weeks post procedure. A daily sun protection of SPF 30 is
essential for up to four weeks after all IPL treatment
procedures.