Women living with PCOS often exhibit excess hair growth on both their bodies and faces – known as hirsutism – that can be treated through electrolysis.
Electrolysis treatments differ from IPL or laser in that each hair follicle is permanently destroyed in one session lasting 15-30 minutes and at varying costs across the US.
Symptoms
Women suffering from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often experience hormonal fluctuations that lead to unwanted hair growth, leading to unsightly unshaven patches on their body. A trained electrologist can permanently eliminate such hair by performing electrolysis treatments on it.
Unwanted hair growth may arise for various reasons throughout life, from puberty and pregnancy through menopause, as well as medical conditions like PCOS. If your unwanted hair growth seems related to PCOS, seeing an endocrinologist for an assessment and possible treatment plan. Your physician may prescribe hormone therapy or even spironolactone which works by inhibiting androgen production thus decreasing hair growth.
Women living with PCOS often experience various symptoms, including an enlargement of the ovaries, irregular menstrual cycles, weight gain and increased hair growth in areas such as face, neck, abdomen and thighs – often thick, dark textured hair growth that is present – this phenomenon known as hirsutism can be extremely distressful for these women living with the disorder.
PCOS women may also suffer from acne and other skin conditions that exacerbate excess hair growth, making life more challenging than it should be. Electrolysis hair removal offers an effective solution to these concerns.
Electrolysis is a permanent method for hair removal that works by inserting a fine needle into each individual hair follicle and sending a small current of electricity through to kill off its hair follicle, so the hair won’t grow back. A series of sessions is usually necessary to complete this process.
An electrologist will first conduct a health history interview. At their consultation session, they will address any of your concerns or answer any questions that arise during the procedure. While an electrologist cannot diagnose conditions like PCOS and hirsutism directly, they can recognize anything out-of-the-ordinary that needs further discussion with a physician. Please be aware that electrolysis is considered cosmetic procedure so may not be covered by your insurance company.
Treatment
Unwanted hair growth, known as hirsutism, is one of the more distressing symptoms of PCOS for many women. Shaving or waxing excessive hair growth may cause ingrown hairs or razor burn, further complicating daily activities and self-image issues. For many, excessive hair growth is one of the more distressing features.
Laser hair removal or electrolysis offer lasting solutions for unwanted hair growth, permanently eliminating it at its source. Which treatment option you opt for will depend on the color and texture of your hair as well as skin type.
Laser hair removal is most effective against dark hair as it targets pigment in your follicles with heat energy, creating dramatic results when performed by trained and licensed professionals.
Electrolysis uses a small needle to treat each individual hair follicle individually. An electrologist inserts it into its natural opening along the hair shaft, before administering a small dose of electricity through it to destroy cells responsible for creating new hair growth. As your hair goes through three distinct stages before reaching maturity, electrolysis requires multiple sessions in order to catch each one at just the right moment during its lifecycle. Some clients describe electrolysis as painful; however, everyone’s pain threshold varies and over time you should notice less discomfort alongside less unwanted hair growth!
Both methods can help you achieve the beautiful look you desire. The key to successful treatment lies in getting symptoms under control and treating any underlying hormonal imbalances contributing to them. Your primary physician or endocrinologist may prescribe medications and suggest lifestyle modifications like maintaining a healthy weight by restricting carbs. Reduce stress levels through regular physical activity. Visit an electrologist for safe yet effective hair loss treatments – your electrologist’s treatments should have a positive impact on both appearance and confidence once complete!
Cost
Electrolysis is the only FDA-approved permanent hair removal method and has been in use for over 130 years. Electrologists employ this process by inserting small needles into each hair follicle opening and passing an electrical current through it to destroy its root; all done privately in their treatment room. Electrolysis costs vary depending on how many sessions need to take place for it to produce results; individual sessions can range between $30 and $100 in cost.
Electrolysis costs depend heavily on the type of hair follicle and its location of treatment; thicker, coarser or darker hair requires higher costs than finer ones; additional sessions may also be needed in larger treatment areas due to more machine sessions required per session from your electrologist – all factors that influence its total cost.
Experienced electrologists can deliver exceptional results when treating unwanted hair due to PCOS; however, as it cannot treat its source it is crucial that advice from a physician or endocrinologist be sought for optimal outcomes.
Laser hair removal offers an easy and relatively painless solution for eliminating unwanted hair. Milan Laser’s Candela GentleMax Pro features built-in comfort features such as the cooling cryogen mist blown directly after each laser pulse to reduce discomfort significantly – studies have confirmed this benefit.
Many clients report that laser hair removal feels similar to having a rubber band snap against their skin for milliseconds–the time required for a laser pulse to zap each individual hair follicle. Some individuals report seeing less and lighter texture growth after multiple treatments; most women can become 95 percent hair free within seven to 10 treatments.
Safety
Electrolysis provides the only permanent hair removal method that works by sending an electric current through each unwanted hair follicle and root. Additionally, this treatment inhibits any new hair growth as well. Warner Skincare utilizes only top quality Apilus equipment to ensure each treatment session is both safe and comfortable for all of our clients with PCOS who suffer from excess body hair.
Hormonal imbalance symptoms for patients may include abnormally long menstrual cycles, severe pelvic pain and an overgrowth of coarse or dark facial and body hair (hirsutism). Electrolysis has proven an effective method for eliminating unwanted facial and body hair as well as decreasing weight gain due to hormonal fluctuations within the body. Additionally, electrolysis helps manage other complications caused by hormonal fluctuations within our bodies such as weight gain.
Electrologists are specially trained professionals that specialize in hair removal from both the face and body. At consultation, they take a thorough health history before looking out for signs of underlying conditions they cannot diagnose themselves, instead referring to a physician for further testing and treatment if needed.
Most electrologists offer several hair removal techniques to accommodate different preferences and budgets. Galvanic electrolysis utilizes a chemical reaction to destroy hair follicles, and is ideal for thick, coarse or dark hair types. Meanwhile, thermolysis offers faster results but is less effective at getting rid of hair than galvanic electrolysis; most clients opt for both techniques together to maximize speedy results.
Unwanted hair growth can be a telltale sign of polycystic ovary syndrome. Beyond its hallmark hirsutism, PCOS also affects hormones and may lead to acne breakouts, weight management issues, fatigue and thinning hair on top of the head. While electrolysis cannot cure PCOS completely, treatments like electrolysis may reduce unwanted hair while increasing self-confidence; during such sessions a technician inserts fine needles into each unwanted follicle before sending an electrical current through it which destroys it permanently.
