Gentle Touch Electrolysis
Elizabeth Houghtaling, CPE
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Electrolysis for teenagers
As teens are coming into their own, physical changes such as unsightly hair can negatively impact body image and self-esteem. For teenage girls, it could be the growth of superfluous hair on the side of the face. For teenage boys, it may be the emergence of thick, bulky eyebrows. Some teenagers feel too embarrassed to speak about their hair concerns, while others go to a parent for advice.
If you're a teen or the parent of a teen, rest assured that there is a permanent solution for removing excess hair safely, comfortably and conveniently: electrolysis.
What is the youngest age for electrology treatments?
The earliest age for treatment depends upon the motivation of the young person. Most electrologists want to make sure that it's the young person, and not a parent, who is deciding that it's time for electrology treatments. Girls as young as 12 seek treatments to remove hair on their upper lip. Teens and even pre-teens of both genders receive treatments to define or separate eyebrows.
Can young people tolerate the treatments?
Yes, new techniques, equipment and topical anesthetics help reduce the sensation of electrology treatments. A tolerance for the treatments will also come with maturity. If the young person decides not to have treatments, the electrologist will discuss options to hide the hair until he or she is less sensitive.
If the young person is too sensitive, what other options are there?
Cutting, clipping, or shaving are the best ways to hide the hair (it will not result in coarsening or increased density). Bleach will hide scattered hairs, to a degree. Depilatories remove the hair with chemicals, although they can cause irritation, possibly resulting in skin pigmentation problems.
Teen and pre-teen girls often get treatments on their upper lip, chin and sides of face. Young women and men will also have their eyebrows defined or separated, as well as hairline, neckline and body areas treated.
Why do young girls grow hair on their upper lip?
Genetics, hormones, and medications can cause hair growth at any age. Most people never learn the cause of their excess hair growth and accept the fact that electrology treatments are the solution to this universal problem.
Where can I get more information about electrolysis?
Answers to general questions about electrolysis are available on the FAQ page.
Did you know?
If your electrologist can't see the hairs, they can't zap the hairs. Plucking, waxing, threading, or tweezing before your hair removal appointment reduces the number of hairs your electrologist can remove.
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Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!
Drinking plenty of water helps unwanted hair slide right out.
Did you know?
The hair you see is not all the hair you have. Hair grows in cycles. That's why it takes more than one appointment to permanently clear an area.
Did you Know?
Electrology is the only hair removal method recognized as permanent by the FDA.
Did you know?
Gently exfoliating your skin before your treatment opens up the follicles and lets the unwanted hair slide out more easily.
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Talk to your electrologist about any questions or concerns. We want your experience to be as comfortable and effective as possible.
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For a more comfortable treatment, avoid caffeine for a few hours before your appointment.
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It's okay to shave between treatments, but never, ever tweeze!
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Clean skin releases unwanted hair more easily. Remove your makeup before your appointment, 
so the hair follicles are clean and accessible.
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Ask your electrologist for aftercare advice. We can recommend the product that is right for your skin and treatment program.
Electrolysis Solutions
For Athletes
For Breasts & Sensitive Areas
For Coarse, Wavy Hair
For Darker Skin
For Hormonal Changes/PCOS
For Men
For Teenagers
For Transgender People
Gentle Touch Electrolysis
Elizabeth Houghtaling, CPE
Locations
Johnson City Office
607-797-6268
167 Oakdale Rd
Johnson City, NY 13790
Binghamton Office
607-797-6268
905 Lower Stella Ireland Rd
Binghamton, NY 13905
About Us
I specialize in the art of permanent hair removal. You can be assured that when you come in for your treatments you are getting your...
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Professional Memberships
American Electrology Association
New York Electrolysis Association
Credentials
Certified Professional Electrologist
Licensed Electrologist
Registered Nurse
Modalities
Shortwave (Thermolysis)
Galvanic
Blend
Areas Served
Johnson City, NY
Binghamton, NY
Vestal, NY
Endicott, NY
Owego, NY
Montrose, PA
And Surrounding Areas