Why should I choose electrolysis over other hair removal methods like laser and waxing?
Electrolysis is the only permanent hair removal method approved by the FDA. Unlike other hair removal options, professionally performed electrolysis eliminates unwanted hair permanently, with unsurpassed results. Moreover, it does so for the largest variety of skin and hair types.
Waxing, threading, and tweezing remove hairs in exactly the same way: by pulling the hair out by its root. These methods require a lifetime of maintenance, and are inconvenient. The immune response and increased blood supply created by yanking the hair out by its root can actually cause an increase in hair growth activity! These temporary solutions may appear inexpensive, but end up costing more due to long term use.
Laser promoters compare laser to electrolysis although laser-assisted hair removal is considered a temporary method. Also, laser has not been evaluated for long-term safety of the patient’s skin and health.
Since 1875, electrolysis has been used to achieve smooth, sleek, healthy-looking skin on all areas of the body. No other solution claims such universal acceptability and success.
Unlike laser hair removal, electrolysis works on all skin and hair types.
Yes, electrolysis can treat people with dark skin!
Yes, electrolysis can treat people with blonde, red, and gray hair!
Is electrolysis safe?
Yes. Developed by a medical doctor in 1875, electrolysis has stood the test of time for both safety and efficacy. It is not necessary to wear eye protection or have a physician available, unlike laser hair removal.
At each appointment, I will open up a brand new, sterile probe just for you. I follow the strictest standards of sanitation and sterilization.
How long does electrolysis take?
Electrolysis is a series of treatments. Permanent hair removal begins with the very first treatment.
The length of time it takes to permanently remove hair depends on how dense the hair growth is, how thick the hairs are, and the stage of growth hairs are in. Electrologists ideally want to treat the hair when it is in the active growing stage. This is the time when the capillaries meet up with the hair follicle. If we catch the hair then, the most damage will occur and the hair will be permanently removed.
Hair follicles are damaged every time they are treated, but if the hair is in a "resting" or "transitional" stage, the hair may come back but it will be thinner and lighter in color than before. Usually after a subsequent treatment, the hair will not be able to grow again.
The practitioner slides a hair-thin metal probe alongside the hair, into each follicle. Insertion does not puncture the skin. A tiny electric current is delivered to the follicle through the probe, which causes localized damage to the areas that generate hairs.
Does electrolysis hurt?
Comfort level will depend on the individual. Most clients feel that electrolysis is tolerable, especially considering the end result--no more hair! Fingers, toes, upper lip, and anything along the center line of the body can be more uncomfortable than other areas. The treated areas may be tender for a few hours after your treatment.
What areas may be treated by electrolysis?
Almost anywhere there is hair!
These are the most popular areas treated with electrolysis:
For WOMEN:
1. Chin/Cheeks
2. Upper Lip
3. Eyebrows
4. Underarms
5. Bikini Line
For MEN:
1. Back
2. Chest
3. Neck
4. Eyebrows
*By law, hair cannot be removed from nostrils and ear canal. Eyelashes and hairs in moles require a doctor's written permission. It is unlawful to treat areas infected with a communicable skin condition.
How do I need to prepare for my electrolysis appointment?
Your hair should be long enough for tweezers to grab the hair. It should just be breaking through the skin; hair does not need to be long like it does for waxing.
Wear appropriate clothing. If you are treating your underarms, wear a tank top. If you are treating your bikini line, wear underwear or a swimsuit that has the line you want.
