Archive for January, 2008
Electrolysis Q&A #8
Q: Is there an age restriction for electrolysis?
A: I wouldn’t recommend electrolysis until a child is old enough to hold still on their own. Also, it would be helpful for them to understand basically what electrolysis is. Other than being too young, there aren’t any other age restrictions. The oldest person you know of is welcome to have electrolysis done on them, if they’re interested!
As far as women and periods go, increased sensitivity to electrolysis is common.
Pregnant women can still get permanent hair removal, but they must use thermolysis only (a modality of electrolysis involving only heat).
Laser Hair Removal Q&A #8
Q: Is there an age restriction with laser hair removal?
A: Don’t treat girls until 2 years after period has begun. Laser hair removal is more sensitive when on period. Don’t treat pregnant women.
Electrolysis Q&A #7
Q: Are there areas that can’t be worked on with Electrolysis?
A: An electrologist may choose not to work on areas that are irritated with dermatitis/eczema or cold sores.
Laser Hair Removal Q&A #7
Q: Are there areas that can’t be worked on using laser hair removal?
A: Tan areas, active infections, herpes/cold sores, tattoos, and areas that have used photo-sensitizing medication (Accutane, etc).