Electrolysis for Transgender People

When you feel attractive, you also feel more confident and life is more vibrant and fulfilling. However, ones sense of personal beauty is based on their insight into who they really are. Sometimes the outside does not always reflect who we are inside- hence we start on a road of transition. Transgender individuals have a long and complex road ahead of them…removing unwanted hairs from the face of other areas in the body is a very important aspect of their journey.

Temporary methods, shaving, waxing, threading are just that, temporary.

Laser can be an acceptable or a preferable method in some cases, but keep in mind laser is only a reduction of hair and it might not work on every type of hair.

Electrolysis can help; it is the only Permanent Hair Removal method to achieve a smooth, hair free look. It works on every area and every type of hairs. We as electrologists are trained and experienced to help these individuals achieve their best results in the shortest amount of time.

It’s best to select a certified electrologist to ensure that you are working with someone who takes utmost pride in performing their professional responsibilities and is knowledgeable about treating trans people. A professional electrologist is aware of what you are trying to accomplish and how electrolysis fits into your process. The electrologist will respect you, your choices and your privacy.

An electrologist who is experienced with the trans community will likely also have a referral source of MDs, cosmetologists, estheticians, massage therapists, psychiatrists, and psychologists to share with you, if you wish. He/she can be a valuable partner in your transition.

Your electrologist understands the commitment necessary to make a gender transition and they take it as seriously as you do. Information about your plans helps your electrologist ensure that your electrolysis treatments work in concert with your long-term goals.Treatment sessions can range from one hour to several depending on the amount of hair to be removed, your tolerance, your work schedule and your finances. Hormone therapy/testosterone blocker pre-surgery is important for clearance of all hair in any area. Donating enough time to the process, discontinuing any method of temporary hair removal with the exception of cutting and shaving, needs to become your priority.

We, at Hairless NYC Clinic do provide a thorough comprehensive consultation/ evaluation prior to the treatment. You will be given the information and support you need to understand all aspects of your hair removal program. Consistency is very important, the more you adhere to plan the better and faster your results will be.

There are different means to make your treatment comfortable and eliminate pain or discomfort like ice and topical anesthetics like prescription EMLA.

Electrolysis permanent hair removal can help you express your finest self and reveal the beautiful individual that you are.