Hi all,
First of all, I would like to state that I am completely new to this forum and the entire electrolysis experience. So I apologize in advance if I am repeating any questions already asked or break any forum rules regarding referrals about specific electrologists. Also, this site is amazing!! It is wonderful to read along and know that I am not alone, while the advice and compassion of repliers I’m sure has helped countless people along their electrolysis journey!
To fill you in on my situation, I am a female with a fair complexion and light blonde facial hair that has become very noticeable if left unkempt. Years ago, in my early teens (I’m now in my early thirties), a girlfriend and I thought it would be fun to wax our upper lips. I am 100% convinced now, that at the time, it was completely unnecessary, as the only hairs on my face were only faintly noticeable when at an inch away from a mirror. Although, unfortunately, we foolishly proceeded anyway. I continued to do this periodically and by the time I reached 16, the hair had become noticeable, since I believe the waxing made the hair grow back somewhat distorted and more visible. I was way too embarrassed to go see anyone about it, let alone talk about it, so I began shaving, which was the worst thing I could have done. What kept me going was, at first, I could lightly shave the area and it wouldn’t grow back for almost a week, with the hair staying fairly fine/soft. This somehow convinced me to do the same for my chin; another huge mistake, since the hair on my chin, like the ‘virgin’ hair on my upper lip before I began waxing, was also not that noticeable. Anyway, eventually the hair began to grow back quicker and coarser, and to make a long story short, now, more than 10 years later, I am slaved to shaving every day, or I have very noticeable blunt “stubble”. Not to mention, the shaving is “roughening” my skin, which I know will only get worse if I continue shaving.
So, after years of embarrassment, I have finally had enough, and am in the process of trying to find a reputable electrologist in the Mississauga, Ontario (Canada) area. I am EXTREMELY concerned about scabs and scarring since I am interested in work done on my face. From what I have read, most scabbing and marks on the face should be avoidable if the electrolysis is performed properly. I am ok with slight irritation a day or so after, but would really like to avoid any more than that since I work full time and have an active social life. I am certainly prepared to cut back on social outings during the healing period, although I can’t avoid going to work. Fortunately, I have 3 weeks off in a month from now, so I was thinking I could start the process more intensely during my first session then, since I wouldn’t have to go to work and could avoid going out in public for up to a week if I had to. Yet, my biggest wish would be if this scenario could be avoided altogether, and would therefore love to know if anyone could recommend an electrologist in my area that is known for being very skilled and leaving minimal scabs and irritation. I can find recommendations for others outside my area (like Toronto), although can’t find any in my area (Mississauga). I understand it’s not that far of a drive to Toronto, although if I can find a GOOD one closer that would be great, as there are several listed in my area, but just no online recommendations. Regardless, I decided to make an appointment for a consultation with a lady named Katherine who’s office is across from Square One mall (in Mississauga). I’m not sure of the forum rules about providing the names/addresses of clinics, so let’s just say she calls her clinic the “Green colour gemstone” Electrolysis Clinic. If anyone has had experience, or knows of the results of anyone who has had experience with this clinic, I would greatly appreciate your input.
Also, if anyone has any advice on what approach would work best (based on my scenario), like which machines, methods, etc. you would recommend, that would really be helpful as well. Like I said, I am very new to this whole process and unfortunately don’t know anyone personally who has gone through it to ask.
Lastly, thanks to all who kindly put the time and effort into reading through this post. I realize it is extremely long and detailed, and I apologize, although I am feeling rather desperate and could use some advise!!!
