I just started getting electrolysis, but I do have a few questions.
After a full clearance, how much hair is normal to grow back?
In areas that I have not removed the hair, ever, will I see quicker results?
Are vellus hairs easier to kill?
Is it true that once the hair is removed by electrolysis, that it may or may not grow back, but will likely be thinner if it does?
How much time should I invest before I start evaluating if I’m seeing results and possibly switching to someone else
You will see NEW growth that was not there when the first, full clearance was done and you will see some REGROWTH perhaps from hairs that were treated. How much is dependent on many things. It is best not to focus on “how much” but rather, just keep to a schedule so that whatever hair presents itself in the next group, gets treated. Over 9-18 months, you will need less hair treated with appointments farther apart. That alone will tell you, that something very good is happening (permanent hair removal).
Yes. Having virgin hair with as much hair as possible present on the surface to be treated is very helpful to your progress.
Probably so, but thicker hairs can be affected in a one shot deal if the correct probe size is used and the energy levels are appropriate for the hair being treated.
Yes.
Please give your electrologist a fair chance. If you see someone for four treatments, you haven’t given her a chance. You will know things are looking better by month 4- 6. Take before pictures and then retake every couple months to compare. You can get a couple of consults to see who you are comfortable with, but thereafter, stick with one person for at least a year.
thank you for clearing things up for me