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Moving to New York

January 27th, 2012

Contribution by Stevie Kirby

When I told my mom I was moving to New York after graduation from college, she tried to be as supportive as possible. She made sure that I made an informed decision, certainly. She presented facts to me and ensured I thought the move through long before it was actually time to pack up the moving truck and make my way to my new apartment in Brooklyn, but once I’d made my final decision she helped me pack up my apartment and even drove the truck up with me. My dad, on the other hand, has had a little more difficulty adjusting. He was worried from the very beginning about everything from crime to how I would make a living. Once we presented him with facts regarding the crime rates and the safety of my new building, he zoned in on the financial aspect. He was (rightly) concerned about the high cost of living in New York and was worried about how I would make enough money for a comfortable life. Once I secured a good job he started to relax a bit but still worked tirelessly to make sure I didn’t pay a penny more than I needed to. He stumbled across New York Natural Gas Prices and discovered I could choose an energy provider. While his overprotective nature might have been a little frustrating, he has ended up saving me a lot of money every month. I guess I can’t really be upset about that.

laser hair removal first session?

January 23rd, 2012
Mishca _93 asked:


I am going to a medical spa where a technician is doing laser hair removal on my legs. What settings should ideally be put for my skin type to make each treatment effective as it costs so much. I have type 4 skin (light tan) and course dark hair. after my first treatment I have seen no reduction in hair growth what so ever.

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How well does laser hair removal work?

January 22nd, 2012
vegafallingstar asked:


I am considering laser hair removal but I have heard varying reviews about it. I know I am a candidate based on my light skin and dark hair, so my only real concern is shelling out a ton of money for something that either doesn’t work since my hair growth is due to hormone issues or that actually makes things worse somehow.

Has anyone had it for unwanted hair due to hormone issues and/or birth control pill reactions? Is it permanent (or, at least “permanent” enough to justify the cost?) Does it at least slow down the hair growth? Has anyone had any of the side effects… skin pigment changing, increased hair growth, lack of any change at all?

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Can laser beams help thicken very fine hair?

January 19th, 2012
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Hi, i naturally have very fine hair & was wondering if these laser combs help to thicken the hair & promote stronger growth? They seem to be aimed at ppl who have thinning hair or hair that is falling out, i have neither of these problems so would it have any effect on my hair at all?

Thanksss =)

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Laser hair removal advice?

January 16th, 2012
pumpkin asked:


I’m getting laser hair removal on my bikini line. I cannot wear bikinis because the hair is visible and even when I shave you can still see stubble, red bumps, and ingrown hairs. I have tried waxing before but that wasn’t making any difference so I opted for laser hair removal. I have had 4 treatments so far (i was told that it can take anywhere from 6-8 treatments) and so far there is a reduction in the hair growth, but in some areas it has not stopped growing, it just grows no further than stubble that even when i shave is still visible and the ingrown hair “scars” are still visible. I was told that by the 3rd treatment i should notice the biggest change but i haven’t….should i continue with the treatment? or does this show that it’s not helping?

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Laser hair removal & PCOS?

January 13th, 2012
Blondie asked:


I had my first treatment (of 4-6) of laser hair removal on my face today. I have PCOS and am hoping to greatly reduce the hair growth! I’m fair-skinned and my hair ranges from blonde to darker/coarse.

Has anyone had any experience with laser hair removal? Did it work for you? At least help? My treatments are $75 each and I go to a dermatologist.
In answer to one of the questions, it doesn’t hurt much at all! It feels like teeny-tiny little burns — very bearable.

I posted under TTC because I know a lot of women with PCOS are TTC AND have issues with unwanted hair.

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Does laser hair removal WORK ON MEN’S FACIAL HAIR?

January 13th, 2012
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I was wondering that if a man undergoes laser hair removal treatment for his beard, moustache, etc. Will he be able to get rid of the facial hairs?? The only reason im asking is because men have testosterones which TRIGGER the growth of facial hair. so can laser hair removal stop the hair or not because of the hormones? Is it possible that a MAN can have a soft, hairless face if he undergoes laser hair removal for FACIAL hair??
thanks guys!

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laser hair removal on face?

January 3rd, 2012
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ok so i started getting laser hair removal on my face about 8 months ago.. being the perfectionist that i am i wanted to get rid of my facial hair. i didnt even have it that bad at the beginning just some near sideburn area and some on chin ..the rest was lke peachfuzz like really light..
anywho so i started off..and ya with the shaving on the face cause u have to remove the hair then zap it with the laser.
for about 4 treatments ( 6 weeks apart) it was all fine. the hair didnt grow back at all till the next treatment.. however it started getting bad. hair started to grow back right after treatments.. grew back more,, darker..in places i never had hair! (for every treatment they shaved my face before and they moved on to spots i didnt need to get done ) went down to my neck under jaw area..cheeks! and after the 6th treatment it was really bad. alllll the treatments i had ever done were useless. and hair grew back 200% more. and now im getting more treatments making it worse.. and i dont know what to do! the last two treatments were for free.. but i my face is ruined!!!!! its really frustrating. i never hair hair growth in these areas.. the hair grows back prickly its baaad..
wat rights do i have? what can i do? what are my options now?
this is making me really self-conscious.. i wish i never did laser hair removal i reaallyyyyyyyyyy regret it!

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Is my one laser hair removal treatment wasted money?

December 23rd, 2011
Jess asked:


I decided to start getting Brazilian laser hair removal this year, and had my first treatment back in October. A few weeks afterwards, large patches of hair fell out – great. However, due to finance constraints and general procrastination, I never got around to going back and now it’s February! I don’t see any difference at all in hair growth, but my question is – because I didn’t go back 4-6 weeks afterwards (actually, it’s been over three months), is the $180 or whatever I spent on that treatment entirely wasted? Does the hair follicle or whatever it is “recover” if you wait too long between appointments?

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Bad Accident

December 19th, 2011

Authored by Leandro Delgado

We had a bad accident in our family a few months back and it threw us into a financial tailspin. My husband wasn’t able to work and though I took on extra shifts it just wasn’t enough to make ends meet so we’ve been borrowing where we can and putting a lot of stuff on credit. We’ve been looking for additional ways to cut back at home and I feel like I’m doing a pretty good job. I looked into electric company rates Tenneryville and found a better deal and talked to the other utility providers about cutting us some slack during this difficult time. We’ve also started using coupons a lot more which is a fun game for the kids – they love going through the paper to find some that work for us and the trips to the store are a hoot, too. One day I know things will be better but for now I just want to make sure we’re doing what we can.