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frequently asked questions

for more information, individualized answers and to ask additional questions, please book a consultation, which includes a sample treatment 

how long will it take to have an area permanently hair-free?

the exact amount of time in hours to have an area permanently hair-free to completion can be hard to predict as hairs have different cycles and not all follicles are active with a hair at a given time.

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Please view the how it works page for examples of the process.

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how much does it cost to have an area completed?

the cost of electrolysis is done by time. due to the exact number of hours being hard to predict, the total treatment cost is also difficult to predict.  

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please view the fees page for pricing. 

is electrolysis painful?

generally electrolysis is tolerable. pain from electrolysis can vary considerably from person to person and area to area. Everyone has their own unique pain tolerance which can be influenced by medications, menstrual cycle, lack of sleep etc. 

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some of my clients fall asleep, even without numbing cream, others are wide awake if you know what i mean. 

 

if preferred, numbing cream is provided and included in the cost of treatment at art of electrolysis. 

what are the post treatment side effects?

generally, after electrolysis treatment, redness and swelling is normal. occasionally, After a few days tiny pin prick scabs are normal and typically subside within 2 weeks. For my clients scabbing has been very mild or non existent on the Body. typically, The face does not get any scabbing. 

 

occasionally mild hyperpigmentation may occur in medium to darker skinned individuals and will subside. hyperpigmentation is not permanent. 

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Please view the how it works page for examples of immediate post treatment appearance and one week later.

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what temporary methods can be used while having electrolysis?

generally, to have the most hairs present on the surface for me to treat is ideal. this means clipping hairs with a scissor or electric razor no shorter than 3mm is best for the body. for thick fast growing facial hair, shaving is fine as long as the hair is allowed to grow 3mm for the electrolysis treatment.

 

please refrain from removing the hairs by the root, meaning no waxing, plucking or at home IPL/laser etc.

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in summary, as long as i have at least 3mm of hair length to treat and you're not removing hairs by the roots, it's all good. 

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how long does hair have to be for electrolysis treatment?

hair needs to be at least 3mm long for electrolysis treatment. 

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