Questions and Topics Answered

  • Are there medications I can take to slow down or stop excessive hair growth?
  • Why do I notice new growth?
  • What are ingrown hairs?  How can they be prevented or removed?
  • Why would I see little improvement with electrolysis?
  • How can I avoid unsuccessful hair removal treatments?
  • What does new hair growth mean if I have irregular menstruation, weight gain or acne?
  • How do I know what indicates an endocrine or gynecological problem?
  • What is abnormal growth?
  • How can I tell if I have a hormonal imbalance?
  • Do I need to take precautions when sunbathing if I am removing excess hair?
  • Is it true that once hair is removed by electrolysis, it will never grow back again?
  • Whose skin is more sensitive to hair removal: men’s or women’s?
  • Can skin products be detrimental to the skin during the course of hair removal?
  • Can acne treatments affect hair growth?  Are they safe to use while removing hair?  What about Retin-A™?
  • Does “the pill” affect hair growth? Do other medications?
  • How do heredity, stress and diet affect hair growth?
  • Do scabs lead to scarring?
  • What is the best way to treat a burn?
  • Is hair removal safe on discolored areas of the skin?
  • Following surgery, how long must I wait to remove hair?
  • What should I do about hair removal if a dermatologist is treating me?
  • When can I have a skin peeling or use exfoliates and scrubs?
  • Can I get a facial after hair removal?
  • What can I do to camouflage or reduce the wanted hair on my upper lip?
  • What is the best way to deal with oily skin?
  • What is the best moisturizer to use after a hair removal treatment?
  • What guidelines can help me prevent from choosing a less-than-capable operator?
  • How do I know when I have chosen an inappropriate hair removal method?
  • How do I know when I have chosen the wrong time for hair removal?
  • Does pregnancy stimulate hair growth?  If it does, will the growth lessen after pregnancy?  Can I remove hairs if I’m pregnant?
  • How can I safely remove unsightly hairs from facial areas, stomach, breast, etc?
  • How do I care for my skin if I have a dermabrasion or other cosmetic treatments?
  • Does dermabrasion damage the hair follicle?
  • Do psychological factors, tensions and fatigue affect hair growth or its removal?
  • Do I need to take precautions when sunbathing or taking a bath if I am removing excess hair?
  • What are the most effective waxing methods? When is it unsafe to wax?
  • Can I bleach after electrolysis?
  • What can I do if my skin has razor bumps or is irritated?
  • Do those “home electrolysis” kits work?  What about other so-called “permanent” methods? Can they be dangerous?  Can I get results?
  • Can I remove hair if I am getting collagen injections?
  • How long does it take for electrolysis to remove hair permanently? What are the pros and cons?