How to Get Electrolysis

There are a lot of reasons why people opt for electrolysis. The most common, however, is to avoid hair regrowth in certain areas of the body. Women often opt for this procedure to prevent hair regrowth on their legs. That way, they don't have to worry about shaving them regularly. Men sometimes opt for it to avoid the growth of hair on their chests or backs. In particular, body builders like to use the procedure for this purpose. Whatever the reason may be, electrolysis is something that should be explored thoroughly before moving forward. Once a decision has been made to seek out the procedure, then great care should also be taken in choosing the right place to go.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

How to Get Electrolysis

1. Determine on what part of your body you are seeking electrolysis. The procedure is commonly used to prevent too much hair growth on the face, for eyebrow grooming and to prevent regrowth of hair on the torso and legs. However, those are not necessarily the only places on the body where electrolysis can be performed.

2. Decide why you want the procedure. Is it for convenience so that you don't have to shave the area again? Is it because of too much hair growth in a certain area? Make certain that the reasons justify the time, expense and pain that you may have to endure during the procedure.

3. Determine if your state regulates electrolysis treatments. If so, obtain as much information as possible about what is and is not allowed with regard to electrolysis and specifically what the state regulates. Ask if it requires individuals who perform the procedure to be certified, licensed or both.

4. Obtain as much information as you can about the electrolysis procedure that you intend to undergo. Crucial information should include the number of treatments that type of procedure might require, estimated cost for the procedure, any known side effects and the level of pain that the procedure might cause.

5. Determine where locally you can obtain electrolysis treatment. These types of procedures, in most states, must be performed by a electrologist, someone who has trained extensively in the hair-removal procedures. These individuals must be licensed or certified in states that regulate this procedure.

6. If you know anyone who has had the procedure, talk extensively with them about it. Ask questions like how it worked for them, what side effects it had, the amount of pain they felt and any other information that you are specifically interested in obtaining. If you know multiple people who have had the procedure, talk to as many of them as possible so that you are certain you have a clear idea of what to expect. Don't be afraid to ask them whether or not they would recommend the place and person who did their procedure. That will tell you whether or not to eliminate that location and individual or leave them on your options list.

7. Narrow down your possible electrolysis sites to two or three and then do extensive research. Determine each site's reputation and make certain that you have a clear idea of their employee's qualifications. If your state regulates the electrolysis, make certain that the site and individual you are considering is up to date with all regulation requirements.

8. Obtain a free consultation from each remaining site that you are considering. Before going to the consultation, make a list of questions that you want to get answered during the interview. Determine what method of treatment they use. While needle electrolysis is permanent, some sites use electronic tweezers or photo-epilators. Those procedures are not permanent. If the site misleads you regarding that matter, it will give you a clue as to their honesty. It is important to find out exactly how many treatments the site claims will be required, whether or not they "guarantee" the treatment as permanent, the cost of each treatment, and the total cost (since there may be follow-up appointments or skin care products required). You will want this information in order to compare your various final choices.Automatically eliminate any site that can't or won't answer all of your questions, hedges on the total cost of the treatment, or won't clearly answer what can be expected as a result of the treatment.

9. While you are at the site, examine it closely for things like cleanliness, the look of the equipment (old or new, well maintained or questionable) and the attitude and professionalism of the staff. Observe the staff carefully to make certain they use gloves and masks (if necessary). If the initial consultation is not with the individual who will perform your procedure, ask to meet with that individual as well. Make certain you are comfortable with him. If not, find out if you can request someone else. Also ask to see the equipment that will be used for the treatment and ask for an explanation of how it operates.

10. Compare all of the information you have received from each site. If it is basically same, then you can safely move on to the next step. If, however, it varies greatly, you may want to check out one or two more sites before making a final decision.

11. Choose the site for your electrolysis treatment based on your own list of specifications. This might include things like cost, the number of treatments involved, the type of treatment that will be used, the facility's cleanliness and the professionalism of the staff. Choose the specs that are important to you. Don't allow anyone else to influence your final decision since you are the one who must be happy with the end result.

Tips & Warnings

• Make certain that electrolysis is right for you.
• Consider alternative options before settling on electrolysis.
• Research, research, research until you know everything you need to know about the procedure you are about to undergo.
• Make certain that the electrolysis site you choose is clean and healthy in order to avoid possible life-threatening infections.
• Stay away from electrolysis treatment sites that do not meet the regulations established by your state.
• Don't be bullied into anything that you do not want or into treatment with someone that makes your uncomfortable.
• Don't let cost be the only factor in making your final treatment decision.