New to Electrolysis? What to Expect

People choose Electrolysis for different reasons:

1.      You’ve tried temporary hair removal methods such as tweezing, shaving, waxing, or chemicals but are tired of how frequently you must deal with unwanted hair.

2.      You have tried long-term removal methods, such as laser, and have experienced regrowth. Or you are not a suitable candidate with light skin and dark hair.

3.      You may be dealing with hirsutism or hormonal changes such as PCOS.

4.      Maybe smooth, glowing skin is what you're after

 5.      Or maybe you’re an athlete seeking to increase that edge by reducing resistance and improving performance.

There are many valid reasons to consider electrolysis to get rid of that hair finally.

First, you need to know that Electrolysis is safe. It was first used in 1875 by Dr. Charles E. Michael to remove ingrown eyelashes.  Since then, it has been well documented in medical literature, becoming the ONLY FDA-approved method for PERMANENTLY eliminating unwanted hair. As mentioned above, all other methods are considered temporary by the FDA.

Galvanic Electrolysis was king; the process was painfully slow, and multiple needles were inserted simultaneously. Galvanic Electrolysis is pure electricity in which the probe must be inserted for at least 13 seconds. Later, Thermolysis was invented. This was a big step in reducing treatment time. Thermolysis is based on heat and works for hundreds to thousands of seconds. Lastly, the Blend method is the icing on the cake. You get the two, the Thermolysis and Galvanic methods, combined.

Which one is better?  The one that works best for your type of skin, hair, and hydration. You are additionally considering both general and local contraindications.

 What to expect during your first appointment?

Your electrologist must review your medical history, looking for contraindications and previous hair removal methods used. With this question, your Electrologist is trying to discover what kind of follicular distortion might be encountered. This is especially true for previously laser-epilated areas, which tend to delay treatment. Your Electrologist will also thoroughly explain electrolysis, discuss your goals, and customize your treatment plan. This is particularly important because you should consider how deep you can dig into your pocket before embarking on this journey.

Your electrologist will conduct a skin hydration and pain tolerance test, a small session to determine skin reaction, and a chance for you to assess if you want to make this commitment.  

There are many resources out there. If you are new to Electrolysis, an excellent place to start is with your Dermatologist. Make sure your skin is primed to undergo electrolysis treatment and research, and come to your first appointment with questions to ask your electrologist.

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