Frequently Asked Questions

  • The germ cells that produce the hair, which are located at the base of the follicle, are destroyed by heat produced from electrical current. This is done by manually inserting a fine pre-sterilized disposable probe into each individual follicle. A thin wire (not a needle!) is inserted into each existing hair follicle (not through the skin) in the treatment area. An electric current passes through the wire, heating and destroying both the hair follicle and its root. 

    There are two different modalities which may be utilized. Short-wave diathermy, or thermolysis, uses heat alone to do its job. Galvanic current uses the moisture naturally present in the follicle to produce a chemical reaction to gently destroy the follicle with sodium hydroxide. A mix of both methods may also be utilized. Your technician will determine which method will be most effective for your needs.


    For a more information visit the American Electrology Association-  https://www.electrology.com/faqs-about-permanent-hair-removal/what-is-the-electrolysis-process.html

  • The germ cells that produce the hair, which are located at the base of the follicle, are destroyed by heat produced from laser light. This is done by use of a laser device specifically designed and calibrated to treat hair follicles. During the treatment, the laser emits light that is absorbed by the pigment (melanin) in the hair follicles. The light energy is converted to heat, damaging the hair follicles and preventing further hair growth.

  • As with electrolysis, with multiple sessions, laser hair removal can lead to permanent reduction in the amount of hair-producing follicles. Once a hair follicle has been eliminated, it can no longer produce a hair again.


  • Yes! The Cutera Excel HR device works for all skin types with two separate lasers that are utilized. The Alexandrite 755Nm works on Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV, and the Nd YAG 1064Nm is designed for Fitzpatrick Skin types IV-VI. 


  • No, Laser is a light based energy and is attracted to the chromophores (pigment) in the root of the hair. Therefore it is not effective on white, gray, blond, or red hair.  These hair shades are perfectly treatable with electrolysis!


  • Tanning increases the melanin in the skin, which makes it difficult for the laser to distinguish between hair and skin during laser hair removal. The laser is attracted to melanin, so if the skin has increased melanin due to tanning, it can lead to complications such as burning or skin discoloration. Additionally, tanning can cause sun bleaching of hair, which is not desired for effective laser hair removal. While it’s possible to receive laser hair removal with a tan, the laser settings cannot be as aggressive, and you may need more sessions to achieve complete hair removal.


  • The simple answer is: Both! 


    Laser and Electrolysis both work amazingly well. Both modalities complement each other. Electrolysis works great on lighter hairs and smaller areas. Laser is great for darker hairs and where hair growth is heavy.

    Your technician will assess and recommend treatment with either electrolysis or laser based on many factors. 


    They may also recommend a treatment plan which includes both modalities to achieve the most thorough and efficient clearing. Combining both treatments can lead to better results in many circumstances. Laser hair removal can quickly and efficiently eliminate the large quantity of pigmented hairs, and  following up with electrolysis treatments can “fine tune” the area by eliminating any lighter hairs to give a flawless finish!

  • Discomfort varies from person to person. Some describe it as a mild stinging sensation. Certain areas are more sensitive due to the greater number of nerve endings present. Analgesics can be used to mitigate pain if needed.


  • There is no way to precisely answer this question. Hair growth is caused by many different factors, including but not limited to, hormonal changes and imbalances,area on the body, medical conditions, age, and stress. The goal of both electrolysis and laser is to destroy any hair follicles that are actively producing hair at the time of treatment.  Each time an individual sits for a treatment, another cycle of follicles (which are growing different hairs than the first) will then be treated.  Then another, and so on until the area becomes free of active hair producing follicles.

    Dormant untreated follicles can be stimulated by any of the factors mentioned above at any point throughout one’s lifetime, so future treatments may or may not be necessary. If future treatments are required, they are almost always shorter, less frequent, and with only minimal growth as the majority of the follicles have already been disabled.



  • Electrolysis and laser treatments are most effective during the anagen (growth) phase of hair growth. Hair growth cycles vary by location, with anagen phases lasting from one to two months on the body and up to six years on the scalp. Regular sessions ensure treatment during the active growth phase. Your technician will assess and determine an appropriate treatment schedule for your needs.


  • We do not offer package pricing. This allows our clients to pay for each treatment individually instead of having a large prohibitive upfront cost to start, and no one is “locked in” to multiple treatments they may not want or need, or be able to fulfill.  

    Multiple area discount is available for laser services when treating multiple areas in one session (see pricing)


  • Not at this time.