Permanent
hair removal

Preparation

Proper preparation for your electrolysis hair removal session is essential for achieving the best possible results and a smooth recovery. Following these guidelines will maximize treatment effectiveness, protect your skin, and ensure steady progress toward permanent hair removal.

Before Your First Session

• Avoid tweezing, waxing, sugaring, or depilatory creams for at least three months before your first appointment. These methods remove the hair follicle, which is necessary for electrolysis to work effectively.

• Stop shaving in advance so the hair is long enough for treatment:

  • Face: stop shaving at least 4 days before your appointment

  • Genital area: stop shaving at least 7 days before your appointment

Aftercare

Aftercare is just as important as preparation. Your skin will be temporarily more sensitive after treatment and needs time to heal. Following the recommendations below will speed up recovery and help you avoid complications.

Immediately After Treatment

• Apply the recommended aftercare cream to soothe the skin and support healing.

• Avoid wearing makeup on the treated area for at least 48 hours to reduce the risk of infection or breakouts.

• Avoid anything that could irritate the skin in the first 48 hours, such as exfoliating scrubs or fragranced lotions.

• Refrain from activities that increase blood flow for the first 48 hours, including exercise, sauna use, hot baths, tanning beds, jacuzzis, and steam rooms.

• If the face has been treated, use cold compresses to reduce swelling and promote healing.

Skin Reactions

• Sunburn-like sensation: the treated area may feel similar to mild sunburn.

• Redness and swelling: caused by increased blood flow to support skin repair; cold, damp compresses can help reduce this.

• Bruising: occasionally, small bruises may appear in the treated area; arnica cream can speed up recovery.

• Irritation: especially if the skin is dry, the area may become itchy, red, or develop an eczema-like reaction. Applying a daily moisturizer between sessions can help prevent this. If irritation persists, a mild 0.5% hydrocortisone cream may help soothe the skin.