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Community Conversation => Transitioning => Hair removal => Topic started by: Shawn Sunshine on August 14, 2012, 02:31:33 PM

Title: People left and right argue over laser vs electrolisis? So what Should I do?
Post by: Shawn Sunshine on August 14, 2012, 02:31:33 PM
based on my face and such and the fact that I have bad chin and mustache hair (but not bad neck or cheek hair( and since the face is what i want focus on 1st (duh, hello megan!) what should I do ? laser or electro or maybe both?

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Title: Re: People left and right argue over laser vs electrolisis? So what Should I do?
Post by: Sarah Louise on August 14, 2012, 02:34:04 PM
What you do is find a place that does each and talk with them, in person.  Then make up your mind which you think will work and that  you can afford.
Title: Re: People left and right argue over laser vs electrolisis? So what Should I do?
Post by: Ms. OBrien CVT on August 14, 2012, 02:51:55 PM
Many do laser first and then touch up with the needle.  But as Sarah said "go shopping"
Title: Re: People left and right argue over laser vs electrolisis? So what Should I do?
Post by: Floritine on August 15, 2012, 11:01:24 AM
Have to agree with Sarah as well, go out to different laser and electrolysis stores and discus your needs and budget with them, as we all have our own reasons for getting one or both procedures done
Title: Re: People left and right argue over laser vs electrolisis? So what Should I do?
Post by: Jayr on August 15, 2012, 11:51:44 AM
I've had electrolysis before....and all I've got to say is;

If you pick that option, be ready for one heck of a painful experience.
Imagine a bunch of bee stings o_o
Title: Re: People left and right argue over laser vs electrolisis? So what Should I do?
Post by: mementomori on August 16, 2012, 03:15:46 AM
Quote from: Jayr on August 15, 2012, 11:51:44 AM
I've had electrolysis before....and all I've got to say is;

If you pick that option, be ready for one heck of a painful experience.
Imagine a bunch of bee stings o_o

lol its not that bad, its defiantly not pleasant but its bearable
Title: Re: People left and right argue over laser vs electrolisis? So what Should I do?
Post by: Cindy on August 16, 2012, 03:41:16 AM
I totally agree with Sarah Louise, but another factor to take into account is how comfortable are you with the staff?

The first place I went to seemed to be technically fine, I just got bad vibes; scientific I know :laugh:

The second place I went I just had a feeling that the staff respected and cared for me.  I felt very happy and confident that they were doing the right thing for me. They also gave me a lot of advice on skin care in general, so I did feel I was being looked after rather than just another customer to be zapped.