Hair growth is classified in three stages: the anagen, catagen and telogen phases. During the anagen phase the papilla cells connect with the base of the hair follicle and cause hair growth. On average at any one time approximately 20% of the body’s hair follicles are in the anagen phase. During this phase when the growing hair is removed by waxing or tweezing the papilla cells are exposed. Through the empty hair follicle the Depilar System can reach these cells break them down and thus inhibit hair growth. The catagen phase is when the papilla cells retract from the follicle and the hair ceases to grow further. The telogen phase is when the body expels the dead hair. During the catagen and telogen phases, the Depilar System is ineffective on those specific hair follicles as the papilla cells are unexposed and unreachable.

Often clients who are unaccustomed to waxing may have a temporary increase in hair growth following the first two or three treatments as the body is reacting to the waxing by resetting the anagen phase of dormant papilla cells. The waxing has synchronized more hair follicles to enter the anagen phase at the same time resulting in the appearance of more hair growth. However this is only temporary and in fact allows for increased Depilar System™ efficacy during the subsequent treatments and more visible results as more follicles in the anagen phase means more hair is targeted and affected during the subsequent treatments.

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What to expect

Successive and regular Depilar System treatments are required over 12 to 24 months to completely treat all targeted hair through a complete 1-2 year hair growth cycle. After each successive treatment re-growth time for remaining hair will be longer and the hairs finer and easier to remove. A noticeable decrease in hair growth will be visible after the fourth treatment. Note that clients may have a temporary increase in hair growth following the first treatments as the body is reacting to the treatment. This will allow for increased efficacy during the subsequent treatments and even more visible results.

Depending on target area, hair growth cycles, and hereditary hair traits the timeline for individual results may vary. Not all hair cells are active at the same time and Depilar System only treats hair that is visible at the time of treatment. Dormant hair follicles can be treated when they become visible and are again active in the anagen phase.

To properly treat all hair follicles with the Depilar System 4-week intervals between treatments are recommended for treatments on the face; 5-6-week intervals for treatments on the body. Note that certain factors can cause new future hair growth – hormonal changes, during pregnancy or menopause, as well as use of certain pharmaceutical products such as HRT and genetic predisposition's for future hair growth due to the aging process – and may require additional treatments.

Who can be treated?

Anyone can be treated with the Depilar System! Men or women of all ages, skin type or color, or hair color or thickness – all can be treated assuming they have no counter-indication to waxing. The Depilar System uses natural enzymes and has been tested for adverse effects on human beings and no adverse effects were found.

For maximum results the Depilar System is used in conjunction with waxing, sugaring, threading or tweezing where the hair is removed by the root. When waxing, the hair must be at least ¼ inch in length to ensure the hair is removed by the root, and the follicles are left empty enabling the Depilar System enzyme-based gels to enter the empty follicles and break down the cells responsible for hair growth.

The Depilar System has not been tested on animals.

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FAQ

Q: I have been getting laser hair removal treatments, can I use Depilar System?

Answer: Yes! The Depilar System will work if you have not had success with laser treatments. You must discontinue laser treatments and perform regular and successive Depilar System treatments.

Q: Is there any protocol I should follow prior to a Depilar System treatment?

Answer: Yes. It is recommended that you not shower or bathe 2 hours prior to a Depilar Treatment. Also, no oils or talcs should be used in conjunction with the hair removal procedure as these may clog pores or change the pH of the skin.

Q: I have dry skin. Is that a problem?

Answer: No. Simply exfoliate or dry brush the skin prior to treatment.

Q: How often should I perform a Depilar System treatment?

Answer: Regular and successive treatments should be performed every 4-6 weeks depending on hair growth cycles over a 12-24 month period. The hair must be ¼ inch in length to be properly removed by the root. See chart on hair growth cycle

Q: I’ve had a couple treatments with Depilar System and I don’t see a difference?

Answer: The Depilar System only treats hair that is visible and in the anagen or growth phase. Each hair growth cycle must be treated separately and, depending on the area treated, 4-5 treatments may be required before a visible result.

Q: I just started the Depilar System and am seeing more hair, not less?

Answer: Often a temporary increase in hair growth occurs following the first treatments as the body is reacting to the hair removal process. Removing hair by the root can reset the anagen phase for hair producing cells. Dormant hair producing cells are activated and will allow for increased efficacy for subsequent treatments and even more visible results.

Q: Is there anything I should do after a Depilar System treatment?

Answer: Yes. Do not shower or bathe for 45 minutes after treatment. It is also advised to perform an exfoliation or dry brushing of the treated area 4-5 days post-treatment.

Q: Are there restrictions to sun exposure after a Depilar System treatment?

Answer: After any waxing treatment sun exposure should be avoided for 24 hours, giving the skin a chance to recuperate. And as always, be sure to wear sunscreen, avoid the sun at noon and don’t stay in the sun too long!

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