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Electrolysis is a treatment method for permanent hair removal that was invented more than 100 years
ago. This method has been around the longest and proven the test of time. According to the US Food and Drug
Administration, electrolysis is the only method that can claim to remove hair permanently. Most areas of the body
can be treated with electrolysis, including the face, chest, abdomen and legs. It is very safe, reliable and effective.
It is a suitable treatment for all hair and skin types. Unlike depilatories or bleaches, no harsh chemicals are used.
Electrolysis involves delivering energy via a fine sterile needle into the hair follicle.
The energy destroys the cells responsible for hair growth. The loosened hair is then removed with sterile stainless
steel tweezers. There are no permanent side effects. Sometimes, a slight reddening of the skin occurs after treatment,
but this lasts usually only for a few hours.
I review your post treatment care with you to minimize inflammation so your skin looks good the next
day. I have several products that you can use to follow up on treatment. Remember to only use fresh makeup
to minimize the risk of infection.
For client safety and infection control, I use an autoclave which provides hospital grade sterilization
on all reusable stainless steel instruments. The autoclave is checked monthly with spore samples to ensure good working order.
My equipment includes a Zeiss surgical microscope which magnifies 1200 %
meaning I can see that hair and my insertions are more accurate. My computerized epilator provides a consistent pulse
without fluctuations in energy which could affect the outcome of your treatment. I use single use sterile
needles, single use latex gloves and the treatment room is cleaned after every client.
During your consultation, I may take a digital image of the hair growth on your face and I chart
your health history to determine the cause of your hair growth. Many factors influence hair growth and I help you
understand your hair growth problem. Using visual aids, you'll learn how electrolysis works and learn the differences
between electrolysis, laser and other hair removal methods.
All invasive procedures including laser cause some discomfort. There are a lot of myths about the
pain electrolysis causes. Modern electrolysis methods have reduced pain more to a discomfort that feels like
a sting, the severity of which can vary from person to person. I discuss pain management with you. You may use topical
anesthetics such as EMLA and liberal amounts of ice to help manage any potential discomfort.
Just like the doctor, I chart all of your information after your treatment including the number
of hairs treated and graph your treatments so you can track your progress.
You will need to return for several treatments
over the span of your hair growth cycle of about one year.
The total number of sessions needed to remove hair permanently
from a particular area of your body varies from person to
person. Consistent appointments will give you the results
you are looking for. Electrolysis works on all hair colours
and skin tones. However, as a result of hormonal issues or
side effects of medication I cannot stop your body from producing
new hair in different follicles, I can only successfully stop
the hair that is growing.
Each treatment lasts between 15 minutes
and one hour. You can book 15 minute, 30 minute, 45 minute
or 1 hour treatments.
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