Before & After Treatment
Preparing For Your Sessions
Prior to Treatment Do's and Don'ts
Do’s
Arrive 5-10 minutes prior to treatment start time.
Hydrate! Electrolysis needs the hair follicles to be hydrated to be effective
Allow 1-3 days growth for your hair, if your hair grows slower, allow for longer.
If you are sensitive to the treatment, take an OTC pain medicine to help ease discomfort.
If choosing to numb with lidocaine, please allow ample numbing time and cover with plastic wrap.
If you wish to have lidocaine injections administered by a nurse on staff, please specify before treatment.
Do not remove plastic wrap when numbing, for the lidocaine to be most effective, I will remove it as I work.
Prescription Lidocaine Cream can be prescribed upon request, just ask.
Relax!
Don’t
Arrive late. It will heighten your senses and possibly make you more sensitive.
Drink Beverages with caffeine or alcohol.
Workout and not drink any water.
Pluck in between treatments.
Shave the day of your treatment.
Schedule harsh facials or peels prior to your appointment. Your skin will be very sensitive and potentially heal slower. Err on the side of caution and allow more healing time.
Hesitate to contact me if you have questions or concerns!
Healing: What to Expect
Immediately After Treatment
It is normal to be red on the treated area and slightly swollen. This generally goes away in about 3-4 hours; however, it can go away much sooner or longer, depending on how your body responds to the electrolysis. You may feel hot to the touch and a little bit sore. Remember, we are destroying tissue, it is very common to be sensitive following your treatments.
A Few Days After Your Session
Do your best to keep the treated area clean, the first 24 hours are the most important! During this time, your body will naturally purge bacteria from the hair follicle, and during this process, there is a chance you will get little white pimples. This is normal, do your best not to pick at the pimples and allow them to heal. You may also see tiny pinpoint scabs; your body is doing its job to heal up those hair follicles! Please allow those to heal naturally as well to avoid the risk of scarring. The scabs can stay for as little as a week or can last a couple weeks; it really does depend on how your body will heal and over time, it will get used to your electrolysis sessions. Dehydrated skin tends to scab more, and the scabs tend to stay longer.
Post Care For Your Treatments
Following Your Treatment Do's and Don'ts
Do’s
Take care of your skin following your treatments.
Cleanse your skin after your session, please use a mild cleanser so as to not irritate the skin. No Salicylic Acid.
Apply aloe if the skin still feels warm.
Apply witch hazel aids in irritation
Apply a cold pack to bring the swelling down.
Moisturize! Avene Cicalfate+. After the first 24 hours, you may apply a moisturizer.
Wait to schedule facials or harsh peels for at least one week following your treatment.
Ask me about the products I carry that will help reduce breakouts and scabs!
Don’t
Touch! We sometimes forget that our hands are not always clean. Anytime you touch your face, you introduce bacteria onto your skin. It's best to avoid altogether to prevent breakouts.
Apply Makeup for 24 hours.
Workout or do any activities that will cause you to sweat for 24 hours.
Use temporary hair removal methods for at least 24 hours. If you need to shave near the treated area, please use a new razor.
Use an exfoliant on the treated area, especially if there are still scabs present.
Spend time in the sun for the first 24-48 hours after. If you are in the sun, apply SPF 30+ and cover the treated area.
Go swimming or sit in a jacuzzi or sauna for 24-48 hours.