About Electrolysis
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Why Choose Electrolysis? How Does Electrolysis Work? How Long Does It Take? Is Electrolysis Something New? What Does a Treatment Feel Like? What Areas of the Body can Be Treated? What is the Cost Involved? Is Electrolysis Safe? Choose the Electrolysis Who? Memebers of the Federation of Canadian Electrolysists are:
Why choose Electrolysis? Because electrolysis is safe and the only proven method of permanent hair temoval recommended by physicians. Top of Page
How does Electrolysis work? Trained professionals permanently eliminate the growth cells of unwanted hair with short-wave, galvanic or blended methods of electrolysis. Each method available can be explained by a professional Electrologist during consultations. Treatments are safe and permanent results are achieved. Top of Page
How long does it take? Completion time varies with each individual depending on the coarseness of the hair, the number of hairs to be removed and if temporary hair removal methods were previously used. Permanency is achieved through a series of regular treatments determined for each individual. Following treatment, instructions will speed completion. Hormones are a factor. This includes puberty, pregnancy, menopause, and medications. Stress is also factor. Top of Page
Is Electrolysis something new? No, electrolysis was developed over 100 years ago by a doctor in the U.S.A. It is used throughout the world as the only method of permanent hair removal. Top of Page
What does a treatment feel like? Each individual’s level of comfort during treatment varies. Some sensation will be felt, depending on the sensitivity of the individual receiving treatment. Top of Page
What areas of the body can be treated? Common areas treated are eyebrows, upper lip, chin, hairline, bikini, legs and other body areas. Your particular concerns can be discussed with a professional Electrologist during a consultation. Top of Page
What is the cost involved? Cost will vary with each individual, depending on the amount of hair to be removed. The total cost may be less than the continuing cost of temporary methods. Consult a professional Electrologist in your area for specific fees charged. Top of Page
Is Electrolysis safe? Yes, in the hands of a professional, electrolysis is completely safe. It is often recommended by the medical profession and Electrologists receive referrals from doctors. Proper sterilization procedures are essential and should be explained prior to treatment. Top of Page
Choose the Electrologist who: has thoroughly explained the electrolysis procedure and satisfied your concerns; has verified adequate sterilization procedures; has demonstrated his/her knowledge as a professional Electrologist; has made you feel comfortable to proceed with treatment. is a member of a professional association. Top of Page
Members of the Federation of Canadian Electrolysis Associations are: Members of their provincial electrolysis organizations. Trained professionals, who display their credentials of training and affiliation to their provincial and national professional organizations. Electrologists who are following approved sterilizations methods and use presterilized disposable filaments (needles). Professionals who provide each individual with a personal consultation to fully explain the electrolysis procedure in relation to your individual hair problem. Professionals providing reliable service in numerous locations across Canada. Professionals who keep updated with new developments in the electrolysis profession to provide the best service available. Top of Page