One of the concerns we often hear from clients with darker skin is whether electrolysis can cause scarring or unwanted pigmentation, especially on a sensitive area like the upper lip. This case follows the real treatment progress of one of our clients at TS Electrolysis in Vancouver, WA. What Her Progress Looked Like Rather than judging the treatment by how the skin looks immediately after one appointment, we documented the area over time. As treatment continued, the visible

Paradoxical hypertrichosis means that hair growth increases after laser or light-based hair removal instead of decreasing. The new growth may appear in the treated area or around it. Some older reports describe fine, darker hair developing close to areas that were treated. It doesn’t happen to everyone. But it does happen.

Unwanted hair can be a persistent problem, but with technological advances, effective solutions are more accessible than ever. Among the...

When it comes to long-term hair removal solutions, electrolysis stands out as a tried-and-true method that delivers lasting results.

With electrolysis, we treat one hair follicle at a time. Because we treat each follicle individually, electrolysis works on any hair color and any skin tone.

Most electrologists use a probe holder and tweezer for their work, but did you know that the way they use these tools can make a...

Yes, health insurance may cover electrolysis in some situations. Whether your insurance covers electrolysis depends on your health plan, the reason for treatment, medical necessity, and where you live. This is especially important in Washington and Oregon, where medically necessary gender-affirming electrolysis has specific insurance protections. Some Oregon health plans also cover facial electrolysis for hirsutism related to PMOS, formerly known as PCOS. Here’s what you need

There is still some confusion out there. When I tell people that I am an electrologist and I remove hair, I often hear back: “Ah, laser?” No! In fact, electrolysis does not employ a laser, at all. Electrolysis instead uses an electric impulse to kill the hair follicle permanently. This is why electrolysis is the one and only permanent hair removal method, approved by the USFDA as the only permanent method. Laser can also sometimes stimulate more hair growth instead o

Sometimes, after 3 or 4 electrolysis procedures, you might feel like you don't see much progress and you might feel discouraged and...

There's no need to run anywhere! You can just lay down and relax! So, why is it a “marathon” session? Some people just want to get rid of...

You booked your appointment. Congratulations! You are motivated, excited, and perhaps a little bit nervous to begin this journey to the...

The short answer is that it’s impossible to predict the exact number of electrolysis sessions you will need. Many factors affect this...

There are not too many contraindications for Electrolysis, but it is very important to make sure you don't have any. So, We cannot treat:...

Electrolysis is proven effective. Electrolysis is the ONLY method of permanent hair removal, and the result is guaranteed. But, how we can be so confident? FDA approved. Electrolysis is the only hair removal method considered permanent by FDA. So, how is the process done? You probably have heard that to kill hair, the electrologist inserts a needle in the skin, burns the hair follicle with electricity, and pulls out the hair. Ouch! That sounds painful!! In reality, the