What Is Electrolysis?
Electrolysis is the only FDA-approved method for permanent hair removal. Unlike laser, it works on all hair colours (including grey, blonde, red, and white) and all skin types.
A fine probe is inserted into the hair follicle, delivering a controlled electrical current that destroys the growth centre. Once destroyed, the hair cannot regrow.
Ideal For
Electrolysis Pricing
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How The Procedure Works
Your permanent hair removal journey
Consultation & Assessment
Your practitioner assesses the hair type, growth pattern, and suitability for electrolysis.
Cleansing & Preparation
The area is cleansed and prepared for treatment.
Fine Probe Insertion
A sterile, hair-thin probe is inserted into the natural opening of the follicle.
Electrical Current
A controlled current destroys the follicle's growth centre.
Hair Removal
The treated hair is gently removed with tweezers without resistance.
Benefits of Electrolysis
Permanent removal
All hair colours
All skin tones
Precise & targeted
FDA approved
Grey/blonde hair
Small areas
Long-term results
Treatment Care Guide
Pre-Treatment Advice
- Avoid caffeine for 2-4 hours before treatment to reduce sensitivity
- Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds, and self-tan for 1 week prior
- Avoid waxing, plucking, or threading for 4-6 weeks before
- Shaving is allowed but not required
- Arrive with clean skin free from makeup or lotions
- Inform your practitioner of any medications or skin conditions
Post-Treatment Care
- Mild redness or swelling is normal for 1-24 hours
- Avoid touching or scratching the area
- Avoid makeup for 24 hours unless mineral-based
- Avoid heat, exercise, saunas, and steam rooms for 48 hours
- Avoid sun exposure and apply SPF 30+ daily
- Avoid exfoliants, retinol, and acids for 3-5 days
- Apply soothing products as recommended
Treatment Timeline
Redness and mild swelling
Gradual reduction in hair density
Noticeable permanent reduction
Maintenance until all follicles are treated
Contraindications
Electrolysis may not be suitable if you have:
- !Pregnancy (case by case depending on area)
- !Pacemaker or implanted electrical devices
- !Active skin infections
- !Recent sunburn
- !Keloid scarring history
- !Uncontrolled diabetes
Your practitioner will confirm suitability during consultation.
Downtime
Minimal downtime. Redness or small bumps may last 1-24 hours. Most clients resume normal activities immediately, avoiding heat and friction.
Procedure Time
Small areas: 10-20 minutes. Medium areas: 20-40 minutes. Larger areas: 40-60 minutes. Time varies depending on the number of hairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
You may feel a brief heat or tingling sensation; discomfort is minimal and tolerable. Most clients find it very manageable.
Laser reduces hair growth; electrolysis permanently destroys individual follicles. Electrolysis is the only FDA-approved method of permanent hair removal.
Yes — it is the best permanent solution for light or non-pigmented hairs that laser cannot treat effectively.
Yes — many clients use laser for dark hairs and electrolysis for the remaining light hairs for comprehensive hair removal.
Multiple sessions are required due to the hair growth cycle. Most clients need regular sessions every 1-2 weeks initially. Once hairs are permanently destroyed, they do not return.
Electrolysis is ideal for small, precise areas such as the face, upper lip, chin, eyebrows, nipples, abdomen, and fingers.