How does it work?
A small amount of
electrical current is delivered by means of a very fine probe
inserted into the hair follicle to destroy the hair root.
Top
Is it permanent?
Electrolysis has been used for over
a century to safely and permanently remove unwanted hair. Top
Is it painful?
There is a sensation involved but discomfort
can truly only be measured on an individual basis, since it
varies from person to person. Most people, including young
teenagers are quite capable of comfortably tolerating treatments.
There are several ways the electrologist can try to make the
treatment more comfortable and topical anesthetics are available
for those who may be more sensitive. Top
Is it expensive?
Fees are quite reasonable and based
on the amount of time reserved for each session. Top
Are there any after effects from the treatment?
There
will be slight redness and swelling immediately after the
procedure but will diminish very quickly, some people have
no problem having treatments during their lunch hour and then
returning to work. Top
What is the difference between laser and IPL?
They are very similar and remove hair in basically the
same way however the Palomar IPL systems remove hair up
to 10 times faster than lasers. Top
How does it work?
The IPL process works by emitting pulses of intense lamplight
into the hair follicles, disabling the cells responsible
for growing new hair. Top
Is it permanent?
The procedure causes permanent hair reduction Top
Is it painful?
The sensation is best described as that of a rubber band
being snapped on the skin Top
Are there any after affects?
Most people experience slight
redness and tenderness in treated areas immediately after
however it does not interfere with normal activities and usually
subsides within a day. Top
How does it work?
IPL technology is used and targets superficial sunspots,
age spots and vascular lesions. The light breaks up the
pigment and they will fade away in 10-14 days. Top
Is it painful?
The sensation is best described as that of a rubber band
being snapped on the skin. Top
What should I expect after undergoing treatment?
Brown or tan lesions will get darker initially and then
fade within 10-14 days. There may be some temporary redness
and swelling similar to a sunburn but will not interfere
with normal activities. Top
How is it done?
Micro-insertions of natural pigment are applied into the
dermal layer of the skin. Top
What areas can be done?
We specialize in lip and eye liner and eyebrow fill in.
Top
Is it permanent?
It is but as the skin naturally exfoliates pigment will
fade in time and touch ups may be needed. Top
Is it painful?
Topical anesthetics are used to minimize discomfort. Top
What are the after affects?
Redness and swelling immediately after the procedure. The
complete healing process requires 1-6 weeks which allows
pigment to reach its final color. It will not interfere
with normal activities. Top
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