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Community Conversation => Transitioning => Hair removal => Topic started by: angie on September 28, 2014, 04:57:50 PM

Title: should i do my 1st Electrolysis app thurs if im going out dressed on friday
Post by: angie on September 28, 2014, 04:57:50 PM
I am trying to decide whether or not I should schedule my first electrolysis appointment if I am going out dressed to my 1st GT app the following day? I do not live in the area so I have to travel and l want to enjoy my weekend as me. In the future I will only be going for one day so I will be doing both on the same day, any advice would be great! THANKS
Title: Re: should i do my 1st Electrolysis app thurs if im going out dressed on friday
Post by: Ms Grace on September 28, 2014, 05:01:59 PM
Generally you shouldn't shave for a day before electro, and to avoid scaring, infection you shouldn't shave for at least a day or two afterwards. Plus, the area that's been worked on shouldn't have make up applied for a few days. I usually hide myself for a few days after electro. Mind you I have three hour sessions so the unpleasant after effects are a bit more noticeable than they would be from a one hour session, but still.
Title: Re: should i do my 1st Electrolysis app thurs if im going out dressed on friday
Post by: Missy~rmdlm on September 28, 2014, 05:02:50 PM
My skin is sensitive enough to show electrolysis activity for several days after a treatment. On the other hand I transitioned in place so it's not like seeing a facial rash was a surprise, as they(coworkers etc) knew I was having work done.

For me I apply makeup and move on, but that's not full coverage.
Title: Re: should i do my 1st Electrolysis app thurs if im going out dressed on friday
Post by: angie on September 28, 2014, 05:07:55 PM
Thanks for the info, so I think if I want to have a fun 4 day weekend I should just wait till my next GT app.