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Questions about our Electrolysis & Themolysis treatments
Where can be treated?
In practically any area, apart from the inside of the nose and inner ear (mucous membrane tissue). Common areas are the face, nipples, abdomen, legs, underarms, bikini line, fingers and toes. For men, the upper arms, around the ears, top of the nose, top of the back and around the edges of the beard where ingrown hairs are causing problems.
Why having Electrolysis and Thermolysis Hair Removal?
Most people spend years temporarily removing unwanted hair themselves in a variety of ways, which in many cases can actually worsen the situation (hair follicle distortion, thickening of the hair, skin pitting, etc).
How many treatments will I need?
Electrolysis and Thermolysis are treatments that are as individual as you are. Since everyone has a different density of hair (i.e. some have lots packed into a small area and others have less hair spaced out) it’s impossible to put a figure on the number of treatments you’ll need.
You will certainly need to have regular appointments over a long period of time, as this is how long it takes for every hair to appear at the surface of the skin. Not all our hair is growing at the same time. On top of this your hair diameter, skin sensitivity and other factors such as medication, hormone levels affect how much treatment will be needed; how much can be given in a single sitting.
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You will be able to see the hair reducing throughout your treatments though, so you do not have to wait until the end to see a difference.
What about side effects?
There is usually some redness and a little swelling resembling an insect bite straight after thermolysis and electrolysis. These will disappear after a short time. The exception is the body which may show tiny pinprick scabs, which will drop off naturally within a week or so, depending of the skin type of the patient.
How does Thermolysis and Electrolysis work?
It works by passing a tiny pre-packed sterilised needle into the opening of the hair follicle, then discharging a small amount of high frequency energy into the hair follicle, where it creates friction within the tissues. This generates a mild thermal heat which then destroys the matrix cells that produce the hair at the base of the follicle, through either cauterisation or coagulation, thus destroying or weakening hair growth depending on the stage of the hair cycle.
Does it hurt?
It is roughly the same sensation as if you were to pluck the hair. However it varies according to where the hair is and how you have been removing the hair so far. Special aftercare cream will be applied and aftercare instruction will be given.
How long will it take?
Everyone is different, and for this reason, it is essential to have a full consultation prior to your treatment programme. Many people believe that the hair never grows back after only one treatment. This belief is actually incorrect. The results of the treatments are progressive. This means that after each treatment the hair grows back finer and fairer, taking longer to return, until eventually it doesn't grow back at all.
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If the hairs have previously been removed by plucking or other methods, the growth will be much stronger, as the follicles will have been stimulated, and will require more thermolysis and/or electrolysis treatments than untreated growth. Depending on the size of the area requiring treatment, and also the strength and maturity of the hair growth, this will determine the expected length of time your treatment programme will take. It is important to mention that then appointments frequency will be reduced over the time.
I want the treatment, but do I have to walk around with visible hair just for my appointments?
You can still remove hair between appointments by cutting or shaving (yes, even on the face) just so long as there is enough to show where the hair is on the day of your appointment. But please, do not be tempted to tweeze or wax!!
Questions about our Microneedling treatments
Which zones can be treated?
It can be applied to the face, neck, chest, and body areas with scars/stretch marks/flaccidity.
How does microneedling work?
Microneedling is a treatment that helps rejuvenate the skin, restoring collagen and elastin through a natural healing process. The micro-puncture system allows the controlled induction of skin self-repair mechanisms by creating "micro-lesions" in the skin that stimulate the synthesis of new collagen. The result is smoother, firmer, more even and younger looking skin. It offers greater efficiency and safety in clinical results and unlike lasers, it can be performed on all skin types and at any time of the year, even on tanned skin.
When can the treatment be performed?
It can be done on all skin types and at any time of the year.
What does the treatment consist of?
A skin cleansing is performed and then an anesthetic cream is applied for 30 minutes. The anesthetic cream is removed and the skin is cleaned again. Microneedling is applied, which consists of multiple punctures throughout the skin that create tiny subcutaneous lesions. This procedure can be complemented with the application of depigmenting, firming and antioxidant substances. 3 sessions are recommended, separated by an interval of one month.
How long does the treatment last?
The treatment lasts approximately 60 minutes (30 minutes of anesthesia and 30 minutes of application)
Recovery time
Immediately after the treatment one can continue with their usual activities. A slight erythema and dryness may occur that may persist approximately 2-3 days after the session, for which it is important to use a neutral moisturizing cream + photo protection. It is important not to exercise during the first 24 hours and not to put on makeup during the first 12 hours after treatment. Avoid the use of products such as acids, retinol or vitamin C the first 12 hours after treatment. Avoid alcohol-based products for the first two weeks.
When will I notice results?
It is a minimally invasive procedure, fast and with visible results a month after it is done. The results are enhanced as the sessions are carried out and the results can last up to a year.
Do you have any contraindications?
It is not recommended in case of presenting an infection or inflammation in the skin to be treated and in patients with a history of abnormal healing or coagulation disorders. We also do not recommend performing during pregnancy or lactation period.