I am a trans woman. For the last year and a half I have been getting regular electrolysis sessions for my facial hair with moderate success (30 sessions). I am very lucky that my insurance covered this. Unfortunately, this dermatology practice is closing and there are no others in my area that are covered by insurance. I have decided to go with DIY instead.
I finally managed go get my hands on a sterex sx-b after doing some research into this topic. I started DIY electrysis this week and after testing the settings on another area of my body I began treating my face. I adjusted the settings to the lowest amount that still allowed me to pull the hairs out without pain / resistance. The settings I used on the sterex are 7% thermolysis, 40% galvanic for 5 seconds.
I am wondering if I overtreated my chin because there is redness, some swelling and it is warm to the touch (see photo). The reaction is about the same as what it was when I got it done professionally, so to me it looks okay but I would like to hear your opinion. Thank you (:
