An Introduction to Electrolysis

The Only Permanent Hair Removal Solution

About Electrolysis Hair Removal

Hi! I'm Tracie Disher, the only nationally certified electrologist in Indiana. I have over 30 years of experience freeing people of all ages and walks of life of their annoying, unwanted hair with electrolysis. The most sterile up-to-date procedures are used in my office.

Most men and women are affected by unwanted hair at some time in their lives, some more severely than others. Today's health and fashion-conscious society has made the need to rid yourself of unwanted hair more desirable than ever.

Electrolysis can safely and permanently remove unwanted hair from:

  • Abdomen

    • Dark hairs on a woman's abdomen can make her feel unfeminine. Electrolysis can easily remove this hair forever.
  • Back

    • Electrolysis works great on men who have patches of hair on their back and shoulders. Removing this uneven growth gives you a smooth hair-free look that lasts a lifetime.

      If you have thick, dark hair covering your entire back, electrolysis would take an unbelievable length of time. Most men get discouraged and give up before I can even clear the area for the first time. For this reason if you don't like the look of a hairy back, I usually encourage you to shave the hairs instead of pursuing electrolysis.
  • Beard Line

    • Stray beard hairs are a daily nuisance for men to trim. Electrolysis can permanently get rid off all those out-of-line hairs, saving you time and frustration when you shave. Electrolysis can also permanently remove the sore ingrown hairs you get on your neck from shaving.
  • Bikini Line

    • We remove unwanted hair from bikini lines.
  • Breasts

    • Breasts, chin and upper lip are the most common areas where women develop unwanted hair. Most women think they are the only ones with breast hairs because no one talks about it. Electrolysis can safely and permanently free you of these unsightly hairs!
  • Chest

    • Hair in the center of a woman's chest is sometimes a sign of an underlying medical cause. If upon evaluation I suspect a medical disorder, I may encourage you to have a physician evaluate the condition to rule out underlying hormonal abnormalities. If such a problem is detected, the underlying condition must be treated. Otherwise, new hairs will continue to develop, making treatments endless. Electrolysis will permanently relieve you of the hair as it develops.

      My opinion for chest hair on men is the same as for backs. If it's growing in patches, electrolysis is a great way to remove the hair forever. But if you have a lot, I encourage you to shave.
  • Chin

    • The chin, upper lip and breasts are the three most common areas for women to develop unwanted hair. If the hairs are spreading up the sides of the face in a male hair pattern it could be a sign of an underlying medical condition. If upon evaluation I suspect a medical disorder, I may encourage you to have a physician evaluate the condition to rule out underlying hormonal abnormalities. If such a problem is detected, the underlying condition must be treated. Otherwise, new hairs will continue to develop, making treatments endless. Electrolysis will permanently remove the hair as it develops.
  • Ears

    • Men often grow hairs on their ears as they age. Electrolysis can prevent them from developing tufts of ear hair by permanently removing the hairs as they develop.
  • Face

    • Electrolysis can permanently get rid of any hair that develops on the face except inside the nostrils. Electrolysis was invented in 1875 to remove ingrown eyelashes.
  • Feet

    • Who wants distracting nasty hairs stealing the attention away from your jewelry and pedicured toes? Electrolysis will get rid of those annoying hairs forever!
  • Hairlines

    • Tidying the hairline is one of the most overlooked benefits of permanent hair removal. If your hair is short, electrolysis can permanently remove the neck hair that usually needs trimmed way before your next haircut! Some women also have sideburns that could benefit from permanently reducing the number of hairs growing in the area. I've even erased forever a lady's widows peak on her forehead!
  • Hands

    • Who wants distracting nasty hairs stealing the attention away from your jewelry and manicured nails? Electrolysis will get rid of those annoying hairs forever!
  • Legs

    • Women desiring smooth, sexy hair-free legs all the time, can eventually realize their dream with the permanent results of electrolysis.
  • Shoulders

    • Electrolysis works great on men who have patches of hair on their back & shoulders. Removing this uneven growth gives you a smooth hair-free look that lasts a lifetime.

      If you have thick, dark hair covering your entire back, electrolysis would take an unbelievable length of time. Most men get discouraged and give up before I can even clear the area for the first time. For this reason if you don't like the look of a hairy back, I usually encourage you to shave the hairs instead of pursuing electrolysis.
  • Underarms

    • Underarms are a growing area for permanent removal with electrolysis. Imagine never having to shave again!

The huge number of electrolysis alternatives constantly popping up on the market proves excess hair is a common annoyance. "In 2004, the U.S shaving and hair remover market stood at $3.2 billion and is projected to grow..." Many people waste precious time & money trying everything else, before they finally come to me. Electrolysis is the ONLY time tested permanent method of hair removal - accept no imitations.

Electrolysis is for everyone with any unwanted hair, whether it is a few hairs or a large area. Your first visit is a confidential consultation and evaluation with a free trial treatment. You are not pressured or obligated to continue any further treatments. If you have some unwanted hair, you have nothing to lose by learning more. See if electrolysis could be the answer for you.

What is Electrolysis?

Electrolysis is the only form of permanent hair removal to withstand the test of time. Electrolysis was first developed in 1875. Modern technology includes three modalities, all of which are permanent forms of hair removal. All three methods are commonly referred to as "electrolysis". I am proficient in all modalities of electrolysis.

I choose your modality by what I believe (based on my experience) will clear your unwanted hair most quickly. All methods use an extremely fine needle to administer a mild electrical current, permanently disabling the hairs' nourishment center. Each modality works slightly different, however with all of them, the hair should slide out of the follicle with no resistance.

The three modalities of "electrolysis" (electroepilation) defined:

  • Blend - the use of alternating current and direct current to permanently destroy the hair root; a blending of electrolysis and thermolysis; commonly referred to as electrolysis.

  • Electrolysis - single or multiple needle permanent removal using direct current to destroy the hair root. Direct current alone epilation is only practical with the modern multi-needle. All methods of electroepilation (electrolysis, thermolysis and the blend) are commonly referred to as electrolysis.

  • Thermolysis - the use of alternating current to permanently destroy the hair root; also referred to as high frequency, short wave, and commonly referred to as electrolysis.

Will Electrolysis Hair Removal Hurt?

I describe the sensation of electrolysis as: uncomfortable, yet tolerable; most people are pleasantly surprised. You do not feel the needle, you only feel the current. The tiny needle does not pierce the skin. It simply slides along the side of the hair into the follicle, creating no sensation.

Being able to relax is the key to your tolerance. Fear of the unknown is your greatest enemy. I tell people when they come to Muncie Electrology Clinic, there is no such thing as a silly or stupid question. Everything I do has a purpose, the more you know the better off you are.

I remove a few hairs during your consultation so you can feel the unique sensation of electrolysis first hand; again, most people are pleasantly surprised. You are the boss. I work closely with your pain tolerance. To put it simply, the more current you can stand, the faster I can permanently remove your unwanted hair.

How Will I Look?

How does the area look afterwards?

You may have some slight redness and swelling for a short time after an electrolysis treatment. However, it is usually minimal. Many of the people I treat come to MEC on their lunch hour. A few people may have longer after effects.

Body work will usually cause tiny, red pin point scabs, lasting up to two weeks. This is why most bikini lines are done during the fall and winter months.

I use the blend on the face, which rarely causes any scabbing.

I remove a few hairs during your complimentary consultation to test for any kind of skin reaction.

I began my electrology career in 1985 working under the supervision of two Muncie dermatologists, Charles Bartholome, MD and Michael Crider, MD. I am very careful with your skin. Treatments can usually be adjusted to have minimal aftereffects.

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