How long should my hair be prior to my appointment?

If your electrologist can’t see the hairs, they can’t treat the hairs. Plucking, waxing, threading, or tweezing should be discontinued prior to your treatments.

Can I use other hair removal methods in between appointments?

If your electrologist can’t see the hairs, they can’t treat the hairs. Plucking, waxing, threading, or tweezing prior to treatments should be ceased You may shave or trim but never tweeze between appointments

Is Electrolysis Painful?

You’ll probably feel a momentary heat sensation or pinch.
Discomfort is minimal for most people, but individual tolerances
vary greatly. Keep in mind that some areas of the body are much
less sensitive than others. Many people read, listen to music or even
take a nap while being treated. Today’s computer technology enables the electrologist to work with more precision and comfort.

How large is the probe used by the Electrologist?

The probe your electrologist uses to remove your unwanted hair is usually about the same size as the hair being removed.

What can I do to make treatments even more comfortable?

Hydrate Hydrate Hydrate. Hydrated skin allows the hair to slide out easier,For a more comfortable treatment, avoid caffeine for a few hours before your appointment.

Is Electrolysis permanent?

Electrolysis is the only hair removal method recognized as permanent by the FDA.

Why do I need more than one appointment?

The hair you see is not all the hair you have. Hair grows in cycles. That’s why it takes more than one appointment to permanently clear an area.

When compared to the expense of a lifetime of shaving, depilatories, or laser treatments, the permanence of electrolysis makes it a wise investment in yourself.

Will Electrolysis work on my type of hair?

Electrolysis works for all combinations of hair color, skin color, hair type, and skin type.

Is Electrolysis safe in all seasons?

Electrolysis is perfectly safe to do all year round. If you have a plethora of hair in certain areas that are sun exposed, you may want to get a head start on things and try to have 90% of your treatments starting the end of August, and ending in May then your exposed areas are smooth and hair free.

Can I tweeze in between appointments?

You may shave or trim but never tweeze between appointments

Should I prep my skin prior to treatments?

Clean skin releases unwanted hair more easily. Remove your makeup before your appointment, so the hair follicles are clean and accessible.