Before your appointment
Are you using any retinol or glycolic acids? If so, stop! It is best to stop using the topicals at least 7 days prior to your electrolysis appointment because it can cause more dryness and irritation.
Always come clean! If you are having your face treated, it is recommended to come make-up free. If having bikini area treated, it is recommended to be fresh. If having underarms treated, it is recommended to be deodorant free.
Let your hair grow! This part can be hard but it is important for us to have enough hair growth to properly remove the treated hair.
Moisturization! You should always be well moisturized. Believe it or not, well moisturized skin allows the hair to be easily removed.
Hydration! Always drink plenty of water before your appointment. It is best to not drink caffeine before your treatment as it stimulates your nerves.
Avoid the sun for 24-48 hours after treatment. Always apply sunscreen to the exposed areas as hyperpigmentation can occur to the skin.
After care
If your face was treated do not wear make-up for 24 hours. If your underarms were treated do not wear deodorant for 24 hours.
Keep the areas clean with fragrance and alcohol free products.
If swelling occurs apply a cold compress to the areas.
Do not touch the areas after treatment. Having no hair is nice but our hands are covered in bacteria and we don’t want an infection or breakouts.
