Electrolysis
$30 per 10 Minute Treatment
$50 per 20 Minute Treatment
$70 per 30 Minute Treatment
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What should I expect from electrolysis?
Electrolysis is permanent hair removal. Various body areas can be worked on from the hairline to the toes. For a full list of areas I work on see "Common Areas for Hair Removal". The hair must be long enough to feel stubble, as if you did not shave your legs for 2-3 days. (This is so I can remove the hair once it has been treated with a pair of sterile forceps). There is a disposable “probe” which is inserted into the follicle. This slides into the follicle & does not puncture the skin. I then step on a pedal that sends current to the root; this lasts for 1000th of a second. (It has been described as a “warm” sensation). The probe is taken out of the follicle, and the hair is removed. You block off appointments ranging from 15 minutes to 1 hour, depending on how much time is necessary to cover the desired area.
After Care Instructions For Electrolysis
- Apply Aloe Vera cream at night.
- Keep your hands OFF the area. Bacteria will cause you to break out. Should scabbing or tiny pimples occur, DO NOT PICK! Picking can cause scarring. This is a normal part of the healing process.
- Avoid the sun & tanning beds for at least 24 hours before & after Electrolysis.
- Do NOT Tweeze or Wax Anymore. It will Prolong this treatment. You can cut, shave, bleach or use a depilatory.
Are there any contraindications?
(reasons I shouldn't have this done?)
If you have a pacemaker, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes or certain diseases (Ex. something that causes you to have slow healing) electrolysis may not be for you. Contact your Dr for more information, and have a note with you for your first treatment. Pregnant women can have work done on areas except the breasts & I personally don’t advise work on the belly at this time. Some other conditions apply, so if you have medical problems discuss them before your visit.
Electrolysis can be used to safely remove hairs from undamaged skin in almost every area of the body. The only exceptions to this are hairs inside the ears and the nose.
And the removal of hair from moles may be prohibited by some liability insurance policies and/or legislation. A mole that has a hair growing from it is not likely to be malignant but, to be on the safe side, electrologists insist upon having written authorization from the client's doctor before they will proceed to remove such hairs.
IUDs are not common these days, but there are some around still. These devices are also made with metal in them, so electrolysis using galvanic current could possibly cause a deep throbbing pain in the pelvic area.
MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How can I remove hair between treatments?
It is OK to cut, shave & use bleach or depilatories in between treatments, as long as you allow the hair to grow in for 1-3 days before treatment. You SHOULD NOT TWEEZE OR WAX this causes the hairs to become ingrown & by the increased blood flow to the area, more hairs may grow in. If you are investing in electrolysis, tweezing & waxing these areas are wasting your time & money. I refer to "eating doughnuts while on a diet" - you get nowhere fast!
How long does it take to see results?
This depends on each client & their history. There are hundreds of follicles per square inch. Some follicles are active and some are dormant. For permanent hair removal, all active follicles need to be treated. As an example, some people have 2 hairs that are bothering them on the chin, and others can grow a goatee. So obviously the person with less hair will notice results quicker. Also people with hormonal imbalances & that have tweezed or waxed will take longer to see results due to the larger amount of active follicles. For the best results, you need to clear the area & have regular visits, either weekly or once a month, depending on the amount you have & how fast your hair grows. It is best to treat hairs that are just coming to the surface, as these are in an active growing stage, and once hairs are past this, they are in a “resting” stage. Only active hairs can be permanently removed, so for best results come in as soon as you see enough for at least a 15 minute appointment.
**Also please note! Hairs that have been tweezed, waxed, or are very curly have distorted follicles, and have a good chance of coming back as a finer hair. It will then be permanently epilated on the following visit. Distorted means the hair is not growing straight under the surface of the skin, and since the probe goes in straight, if the root is bent we will only get part of it the first treatment. It will come back as a finer hair & then be destroyed :)
Will it scar?
After electrolysis, you may have some scabs appear over the areas worked on. This is because there is a mild dose of electrical current applied to the hair follicle, and it is the body’s way to protect & heal itself. After the treatment it is very important to follow the after care instructions so that the skin heals properly. You are NOT TO PICK any scabs, or pitting/scarring may occur. The follicle goes deeper into the skin than a regular pimple does and the entire follicle needs to heal undisturbed from sunburn, chemicals (glycolic & other acids) or any other irritation.
Does Electrology Always Work?
This question is usually asked when patients see hair appearing in the treated area. Hair that appears in the area is not necessarily hair growing from a treated follicle. Most, in fact, will grow from untreated follicles. If the hair appears in six weeks or less, you can be sure that it is from a follicle that was previously dormant. Seven to eight weeks would be required for a hair to grow from the treated follicle.
Can Electrology Be Harmful or Cause Scarring?
Under normal conditions, there are no harmful effects from electrology treatment. Most undesirable aftereffects are caused by the patient. Scratching, picking, or using heavy makeup, and of course general uncleanliness, can cause problems. Caution should be taken with diabetics and patients prone to keloids. To avoid harming the patient, the electrologist should not treat areas inside the nose or ears, or wherever there are skin irritations, until the patient has been examined by a physician.
How Long Does Each Treatment Last?
The average treatment ranges from 15 minutes to one hour. The amount of time per treatment depends upon the reaction of the skin to treatment, and the patient's sensitivity. Timing also depends on what part of the body is being treated. The first treatment should last no more than 15 minutes. Use this treatment as a test. If all goes well, a patient may eventually receive three hours of body treatment at one time. Facial treatments will always vary greatly depending upon the area; from 15 minutes to one hour.
How Much Hair Can Be Removed in One Treatment?
The amount of hair that can be removed in one treatment depends upon the sensitivity of the patient, the skin, and the proficiency of the electrologist.
Can I Get an Infection From the Treatment?
Infection can result from electrology treatment, although it is rare. Infections are most commonly caused by the patient after treatment, and are usually of a minor cosmetic nature. This type of infection will clear within 3 to 8 weeks. It is crucial that the electrologist use sterilization and sanitation procedures to decrease the possibility of infection.
Why Does Hair Regrow?
There are many reasons for hair regrowth. Sometimes an insertion is not accurate and misses the dermal papilla, resulting in regrowth. If the insertion is accurate, but only destroys the dermal papilla and not the lower two-thirds of the hair follicle where the germinative cells are located, hair will regrow. A hair treated in the telogen, or resting stage, will probably not be affected by electrology treatment.
Will Hyperpigmentation Always Occur After Treatment?
Not always. Hyperpigmentation or freckling of the treated area, is possible, especially if the hair is dark, deep, terminal hair. Most cases of hyperpigmentation clear within a few months, but in some cases it can last for as long as 24 months.
Is One Electrology Method Most Effective?
There are three acceptable modalities for permanent hair removal at the present time. The efficiency of the method depends totally on the practitioner, not the equipment.
The galvanic (electrolysis, or direct current) and 'blend' methods of electrolysis should probably not be used on pregnant women because this electrical current flows through the client and back to the epilator. Only a minute amount of energy is involved, but because the fetus is surrounded by amniotic fluid - a virtual water bath and powerful conductor of electricity - pregnant women should forgo electrolysis that involves galvanic current. There is no evidence to suggest that thermolysis (high frequency, diathermy, radio wave, short-wave, or alternating current), which does not flow through the body, is harmful to pregnant women or a fetus. Nevertheless, if you are pregnant it is generally recommended that you talk to your doctor before beginning or continuing treatment. Your electrologist may also require a letter from your doctor authorizing treatment during pregnancy.
The thermolysis (alternating current) method of electrolysis can be performed on most clients who have pacemakers, but electrologists require written permission from the client's physician before they will give treatments. Metal is a good conductor of electricity, so the little metal plates within a pacemaker might be of concern to an electrologist who works primarily with the galvanic (direct current) or blend methods of electrolysis. The consulting physician should be apprised of the method to be used, before treatments begin.
What Is the Black Material that Appears on the Skin After Treatment?
It can be identified as the remnants of a club hair. This occurs when a hair is treated in the later stages of telogen with an early anagen hair already growing beneath it. If both hairs are successfully treated, the anagen hair will appear at the skin surface days later. There is also the possibility of hair breakage during removal. This will leave the thick root portion in the follicle. It will appear on the surface a few days to a week after treatment.
What Is the White Tissue that Appears Soon After Treatment?
The white tissue is the sheath, or the covering around the hair itself. As the hair is removed from the follicle, the sheath will occasionally peel off.
Does Temporary Hair Removal Affect Hair Growth?
Stimulation of the dermal papilla can cause hair to grow wider in diameter, and at times can rarely distort the hair follicle. Only tweezing or waxing can cause enough trauma to stimulate the dermal papilla. Cutting, shaving, and depilatories do not reach the dermal papilla and do not affect growth. A patient under treatment should not tweeze between sessions, but may cut any visible hairs until their next appointment. Patients who have distorted hairs due to temporary removal methods should be advised to pace appointments closely so that you can treat hairs in their early anagen phase. At that point the hair is straight and the papilla is closer to the surface of the skin, making electrology more effective.
Why Does the Skin Scab After Treatment?
Electrology causes microscopic hemorrhaging, so it is normal for scabs to form after treatment, especially on the lower areas of the body. The patient must be advised not to pick scabs or they will leave small pits.
What Causes Ingrown Hairs?
Ingrown hairs grow through the side of the follicle and lie just beneath the skin's surface. Ingrown hairs are usually caused by tweezing or waxing, when the hair breaks at the weakest point just below the surface of the skin. This can distort the hair, especially if it is pulled against its direction of growth. The hair will then grow under the surface of the skin rather than up and out of the hair follicle. A pimple like inflammation results that is uncomfortable to the patient, especially when it occurs on the inner thigh, the neck, or the underarm. Men with heavy beards can have this problem. When they shave close, the hair pulls back into the hair follicle, and sometimes its direction of growth is altered, causing ingrown hairs. Patients who are prone to ingrown hairs should stop tweezing or waxing and receive electrology treatments immediately.
Does Electrology Treatment Hurt?
The sensation is less than in tweezing. Most patients are surprised as they expect to feel much more. Some patients even relax enough to fall asleep. Today one may apply a topical anesthetic to eliminate most of the sensation.
Can the Breast Be Treated During Pregnancy?
Medical authorities feel there is no problem. It is best to leave this decision to the patient, however, as some women are more sensitive during pregnancy.
Will the Pore Be Larger After Treatment?
The size of the pore is due to the size of the hair treated. The electrologist must make the patient aware of this before treatment, as pores are more evident once the hair is removed.
Can Children Be Treated?
Unless prohibited by state regulations, children may be treated. It is, of course, wise to have the permission of the parents of children under legal age. You may occasionally be asked to treat a child against his or her wishes. If at all possible, avoid the treatment. We have treated 6 year olds very successfully many times
Electrolysis can be used to safely remove hairs from undamaged skin in almost every area of the body. The only exceptions to this are hairs inside the ears and the nose. And the removal of hair from moles may be prohibited by some liability insurance policies and/or legislation. A mole that has a hair growing from it is not likely to be malignant but, to be on the safe side, electrologists insist upon having written authorization from the client's doctor before they will proceed to remove such hairs.