Electrolysis Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of electrolysis depends on various factors, such as the area being treated. You can expect to pay anywhere from $60 to $180 an hour or more. Here at SM Skin LA, our rates are as follows: $50 for 15 minutes, $70 for 30 minutes, and $120 for 60 minutes.

The number of sessions required for electrolysis to be effective depends on various factors, including:

 1. Any previous treatments you’ve had, such as laser, waxing, or shaving.

2. Your hair and skin type.

3. Any underlying health conditions.

4. Your individual hair growth cycle.

It also depends on how frequently treatments are conducted. On average, it takes 9 to 12 months to achieve permanent hair removal results.

First, it's important to understand the difference between electrolysis and laser hair removal. The main difference is that electrolysis offers permanent hair removal, whereas laser does not. Therefore, it's not fair to compare them directly.

There can be both good and bad downsides; it all depends on the downsides we choose to compare. The main downside of electrolysis is that if you, as the client, are not consistent, then you will not see results.

Yes, electrolysis is the only FDA-approved method for permanent hair removal.

Electrolysis is not a painful process, at least not here at SM Skin LA. None of our clients have complained about the pain level, nor have they needed to use numbing creams or agents. If you've had a bad experience with electrolysis, a number of different factors could come into play.