Electrolysis
Electrolysis
Electrolysis works with all hair colors and skin tones. Your consultation is a chance to understand the process, ask questions and plan care that fits your needs.
What happens during treatment?
After your consultation, a fine, sterile probe is gently inserted into the natural opening of a hair follicle. A small electrical current produces heat, a chemical reaction, or a combination of both to treat the hair follicle. The probe is removed, and the hair is lifted out with tweezers.
A treated hair should release without forceful tugging. The probe insertion itself should not be felt; you may feel warmth or a stinging sensation during treatment. Tell your electrologist what you feel so settings and pacing can be adjusted.
We use disposable probes.
Three methods of electrolysis
Galvanic
An electrical current creates a chemical reaction using the moisture and salts in the follicle. The resulting reaction treats the follicle.
Thermolysis
High-frequency current produces heat to treat the follicle.
Blend
Blend combines galvanic and thermolysis. Your electrologist can explain the approach used for your treatment.
Why does it take repeated visits?
Hair grows in cycles, and not all hair is available to treat at the same visit. The area, amount and texture of hair, hormone changes, prior removal methods, skin response and your treatment schedule all affect the course of care.
A course of treatment may range from about six months to two years. Your own course may be shorter or longer; a consultation helps set realistic expectations rather than promising a fixed completion date.
We will recommend an appointment length and schedule for you. Consistency matters. Frequent visits—often weekly and generally no more than three weeks apart—may be recommended while working toward clearing an area. Your plan may differ.
Planning your appointment
- New electrolysis clients can begin with a free 30-minute consultation.
- Appointment lengths range from 15 minutes to two hours. See the full price list.
- You are charged for the time scheduled, rather than only the minutes of active treatment.
- Discuss the area you want treated, your comfort level and your goals at the consultation.
- For insurance-covered care, use our insurance guide before sending documents.
Electrolysis or laser?
Point of Pride offers an independent explanation of the differences, including how hair color, skin tone and your goals can affect the choice.
Read Point of Pride’s laser-versus-electrolysis guide ↗