Electrolysis NYC

For a transgender individual, the journey of self-discovery and gender affirmation can be challenging. As you battle through, don’t let unwanted hair stop or embarrass you as you walk tall with pride. In this journey of gender affirmation, many transgender individuals seek ways to align their physical appearance with their true identity. For those considering…

Electrolysis has experienced quite an evolution after it’s initial invention in 1875. What was once a long and excruciating process is now much less painful and less time consuming. A key reason for this improvement is the type of probes. In the 19th century, needles were inserted into a single hair follicle while connected to…

Just like women, many men don’t like hair on their bodies. The difference is that hair removal methods are primarily marketed towards women. This has lead to the societal belief that cosmetic services are only for women and that only women care about their looks. There is the stereotype that in order for men to…

Electrolysis in the summertime is perfectly safe. However, it is important to follow some basic rules to protect your skin. After electrolysis treatment, the follicle that has been treated is more open and slightly irritated. As a result, the follicles are more susceptible to bacteria and germs. Do not expose the treated area to the…

To get the quickest and best results from electrolysis, it is vital to maintain a consistent schedule of treatments frequently. This is because of the hair growth cycle and how it relates to electrolysis. For a more in depth explanation, please continue reading about the three stages of hair growth. First, here is a breakdown…

I am often asked if electrolysis is a painful procedure. Everyone experiences pain differently and how they experience it depends upon their nervous system because it controls a person’s pain level. In general people can be divided two main groups. Low Pain Threshold This means that a person feels more pain and their skin shows more…

As a professional electrologist, women often ask me if there are additional actions they can take to achieve permanent hair removal for unwanted hair. In general, 40% to 55% of women who seek electrolysis have a medical condition. There are many medications that often help control excessive hair growth on the face and body. Before trying…

Pregnancy can cause hormone fluctuations, oftentimes increasing the amount of hormones in the body, resulting in unwanted hair growth. The main hormones that cause this growth are called androgens. This growth can happen in different areas on the body including the face, chest, and abdomen. Also increased blood circulation and pump-up metabolism are bringing more…