the Price of Electrolysis

Electrolysis is the method of hair removal where a hair thin metal probe is slid into each hair follicle. There must be proper insertion of the metal probe, so that the skin is not punctured. After the probe is inserted, electricity is delivered to the follicle through the probe, which causes localized damage to the areas that generate hairs. Electrolysis is a permanent hair removal for most consumers if performed correctly. The advantages are by far, the best and longest track record of results. And, electrolysis is over 125 years of clinically proven safety and effectiveness. The disadvantages of this method of hair removal are that it can be expensive, painful, tedious, and can be difficult for large amounts of hair. If done improperly, it can results in partial to full regrowth, lasting skin damage, and spread of infection. The fees for this procedure are 5 minutes, $13; 10 minutes, $21; 15 minutes, $26; 20 minutes, $33; 25 minutes, $39; 30 minutes, $44; 35 minutes, $48; 40 minutes, $54; 45 minutes, $58; 50 minutes, $63; 55 minutes, $68; and 60 minutes, $74.

When I had this procedure done, it was in a very sterile and professional environment. You were placed in a private, secluded room, so no one else could see you. It was just myself and the woman preformed the electrolysis. It was a little painful at first, but you get used to it eventually. After the probe procedure, cream was placed on the area to cool down the skin, as it was red and irritated.

Plan on being patient, depending on how much hair you need to have removed. Also, shop around and look for good prices for electrolysis. I asked my dermatologist to refer me to a place that performs electrolysis. That way, I knew the staff was certified, had proper training, skill, and that the place would be clean and sterile.