Cheeks
The
cheeks not only can develop course hairs but the fine
peach fuzz can grow longer and thicker. Both situations
can be embarrassing and can be treated by electrolysis.
The course (terminal) hairs are often
stronger due to previous tweezing or waxing. When electrolysis
is started, these removal procedures must be discontinued
because electrolysis will make the hair weaker before
they die. The hair receptors on terminal hairs can be
another reason why they are thicker. The receptors are
often more sensitive to free-floating testosterone causing
them to grow stronger.
The
cheek area is very tolerable to treatment. The farther
from the mid line of the body, the less sensitive an area.
This area does tend to rash rather easily if skin care
procedures are not followed. Once one cheek is treated,
ice should be held while the other cheek is treated. Ice
should be held for a minimum of at least an hour after
treatment.
Hair
Growth Cycles:
It
is important to understand hair growth cycles. Hairs grow
and rest in cycles so the hair that you currently have
is not all the hair you have in total. When a hair has
completed its growth cycle the follicle releases the hair
and goes into a dormant cycle. This cycle allows the follicle
to rejuvenate while another hair is formed. This cycle
can last from six weeks to two months before the hair
grows again. The active growth cycle is the only time
that a hair should be treated with electrolysis. When the
hair first starts to grow it is at it’s weakest, which is why it is important
to stay on a strict schedule so the hairs can be treated
most effectively and die faster. In the beginning the
appointments will be closer together, usually once a week,
since there will be more hairs in active growth cycles.
As hairs are treated and die, the appointments will be
farther apart.
Preparation for Treatment
→ Avoid caffeine prior to treatment. as it “wakes up” nerve endings making you → more sensitive.
→ Avoid rushing prior to your appointment which can make you tense and → nervous. Arrive at the office early to allow yourself ample time to relax.
→ Take an aspirin, Advil, Aleve, etc., prior to your treatment to decrease your → sensitivity.
Pre / Post Skin Care
→ Skin will be cleansed before and after with an antibacterial / aloe vera lotion → and alcohol.
→ After treatment a regenerating crème / gel will applied and Ionophoresis will → be performed which will:
- Relieve redness, inflammation, irritation and edema.
- Restore the skin’s natural pH level.
- Soothe and provide a germicidal and vasoconstriction action.
- Promote greater penetration of active products to enhance treatment effectiveness.
Contraindications for Ionophoresis:
- Heart disease, pacemaker or electronic implant.
- Hemophilia.
- Diabetes.
- Epilepsy.
- Viral hepatitis or AIDS.
- Pregnancy.
- Accutane.
- Cancerous lesions.
- Absence of sensory perception or numbness.
- Metallic and dental implants.
- Remove contact lens before treatment.
→ Apply sunscreen liberally to treated area (if exposed to sun) especially for → sensitive and pigmented skin.
→ Home Care Instructions
Depending on individual skin types, you may display redness and a small amount of swelling after the treatment. This is normal. If any other manifestations occur, it is temporary and will disappear shortly with proper care. Do not aggravate the treatment area. Please follow these instructions:
→ First Day
→ Do activities that keep you cool. Avoid sunning, working out, hot tubs, etc. → which can increase swelling.
→ Keep treated area clean.
→ For electrolysis treatments to the face, try not to apply makeup for at least → 24 hours. If you must wear makeup, put an antibiotic OINTMENT on first.
→ Wear sunscreen at all times.
