About Electrolysis
First let me say that Electrolysis is a niche service and its common to not hear about it until it is desired. Even more effective than the fairly more mainstream Laser Hair Removal, Electrolysis aims to permanently remove the body’s ability to regrow hair in certain areas. Using a disposable metal probe, Electricity is delivered with pinpoint precision to the cells in the body responsible for growing a hair. The cells, damaged from the electric current suddenly released into the tissue, lose the ability to regrow the hair the same. With enough treatments, the cells will no longer be able to grow a hair from that follicle. If you feel like this sounds intense, you would be correct, but still the service exists.
To understand why anyone would attempt this journey, first consider all the reasons we as people remove hair normally. Regardless of method (shaving, waxing, etc), people are no strangers to removing their hair when it suits them. Whether its for their appearance, their personal tastes, or some functional necessity, its not hard to change your hair, until it grows back at least. Electrolysis is for anyone who wants to break the cycle, and stop letting the hair grow back. After the Electrolysis process, you can forget about spending time or money on shaving or waxing, you don’t need to wonder if you need a touch up before your date, and maybe now you can get the green light on the medical procedure you need. The question if permanent hair removal is needed is up to everyone as an individual, but when it is needed, Eclipse Electrolysis will help you get it gone.
I completely understand if you have other questions, Electrolysis is a very technical service and there is a surprising amount of politics entangled in hair removal. If you have read this and still have questions, get in contact with me! I offer no cost consultations where I am happy to answer any questions i can, and I am responsive to any message inquiries.
FAQs
Here are some common questions I get, but please feel free to send me a message with any other questions, and I will try to answer them as soon as i can.
How much does Electrolysis cost?
Great question, however there is not an easy answer. Electrolysis requires many sessions over a period of time to get permanent results, and consistancy is required. During the consultation, we will decide on a treatment plan to help you reach your goals.
Is Electrolysis Painful
Simple answer is yes. There is a longer answer, but sensitivity not only varies between individuals, it also varies depending on where the work is being performed. During the treatment, we will try to find a setting that is tolerable and accomplishes our objectives, and some patients use pain relieving creams to help.
Additionally, lots of people report that consuming caffeine before a treatment can increase sensitivity, so avoiding coffee and energy drinks the day of the treatment might help. Taking general over the counter pain medications can help if taken right before treatment, for example Acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
What should I expect during my first consult?
The free consultation is for both of our benefits, and is a great time for you to get to know me, get familiar with the process, and ask any questions you have before deciding if you want electrolysis. I will need to ask a few medical history questions, along with evaluate the skin and hair in the area you want treated to make sure you would be a good candidate for electrolysis. Depending on time, good candidates can get a trial to get a sense of what it feels like, and possibly get their first treatment afterwards.
How should I prepare for my session?
Thank you for asking, this is important. Hydration is the best way you can prepare for a session, as well moisturized skin will help protect the skin during the treatment and be in the best state to start healing afterwards. If you are worried about sensation, you can apply some lidocaine cream to the area prior to starting (10 minutes max), with a piece of plastic wrap covering it to preserve potency. After that, try to relax and focus on your goals.