You will feel some discomfort during the treatment, but not long afterward. Also, keep in mind that there are over-the-counter lotions you can use to reduce the pain as well as prescriptive creams that can make treatments nearly pain-free.

This depends on what treatment you are wanting. For small amounts of hair like a bikini line, 15 minutes one per month will be enough. The face usually takes 15 minutes, but this can be split into two 7.5 treatments.

Electrology does not do any permanent damage to the skin. The treated area will be red for a couple of hours after treatment and you may have a few small scabs, mostly on body work. But these dissipate quickly. If you follow my instructions for after treatment, you will virtually have no ill effects.

An electrologist inserts a fine needle into your hair follicle, discharges a small amount of electrical energy, and destroys the follicle's ability to grow new hair. It's the only proven method for permanent hair removal.

The old-fashioned way is known as Electrolysis. This involves a sending a direct current into your hair follicle. Patients themselves, holding a wet sponge in one hand, conduct the electricity. The newer approach is known as Thermolysis. An alternating current, which creates heat, is used rather than a direct current. When performed skillfully, this approach is just as effective as Electrolysis. Some practitioners also use what is known as "The Blend", a combination of both methods to do the job.

Basically, electrology is the only permanent method of hair removal. Many of us have tried tweezing our hair and found that this actually stimulates hair growth and turns thin hair into thick. Others have tried hot wax or razors, but have come to realize that there is no end in sight with these methods. Laser treatments, while longer-lasting than shaving or waxing, do not bring permanent results and may cause skin discoloration.

I use pre-sterilized disposable needles and I sterilize all other equipment that touches the skin. I canl discuss this sterilization process and other infection control procedures with you when you schedule your first appointment.

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