Electrolysis
Permanent hair removal, one follicle at a time. Suitable for every hair colour and skin tone.
Permanent hair removal for every hair colour
Electrolysis treats each hair follicle individually. A very fine sterile probe is gently inserted into the follicle and a small electrical current is applied to destroy the growth cells, so the hair can be lifted out easily. It is the only method recognised for permanent hair removal.
Because it doesn't rely on pigment, electrolysis works on blonde, red, grey and white hairs that laser can't treat, and is suitable for all skin tones. It's ideal for the chin, upper lip, brows and stray hairs, and can also be used on the underarms and Brazilian area.
Benefits of Electrolysis
Treated follicles can no longer grow hair.
Works on blonde, red, grey and white hairs that laser can't treat.
Suitable for all skin types and tones.
Ideal for shaping brows and clearing stray hairs.
Chin, cheeks, upper lip and brows.
Short appointments, priced by treatment time.
How it works
Make sure there's enough regrowth for the hairs to be seen and gripped. On the day, your therapist cleanses the area, then places a very fine sterile probe into each follicle and applies a small current. The hair is lifted out with tweezers. You may feel a quick heat or sting with each hair.
Your treatment, step by step
Assess
Your therapist checks the area, your skin and hair, and talks you through the treatment.
Prepare
The area is cleansed so the hairs can be clearly seen.
Treat
A fine sterile probe is placed into each follicle and a small current is applied. The hair is then lifted out with tweezers.
Soothe
A soothing product is applied and aftercare is explained.
Before you book
Hair must be visible
Electrolysis treats hairs you can see. Hair must be long enough to be gripped with tweezers, so don't shave the area too close to your appointment. Avoid waxing, plucking and threading beforehand too, as the hair needs to be in the follicle. Your therapist can advise how much regrowth you need.
Priced by time
Electrolysis is booked by treatment time, at around $3 per minute. Your area price reflects the time needed, and a $35 minimum spend applies for quick stray-hair appointments.
How many sessions?
Hair grows in cycles, and some hairs may need more than one treatment. Most clients book regular short sessions over time, as advised by your therapist.
Laser or electrolysis?
Laser is faster for larger areas of dark hair. Electrolysis is best for light, grey or stray hairs and smaller areas. Many clients combine both.
Optimise your results
Each hair may need more than one treatment, as hairs grow in cycles and not every follicle is active at once. Regular short sessions give the best result. Your therapist will recommend how often to book based on your hair and the area.
- Laser hair removal for larger areas of dark hair
- Combine electrolysis with laser for mixed hair colours
- Brow shaping to finish your look
Choose your area
Tap a treatment to see what is included and who it suits best.
from $35
Brows, chin and cheeks
Precise treatment for facial hair, from a few stray hairs to the full cheeks and chin.
Best for: Hormonal chin hair, stray hairs, brow shaping and light or grey facial hair.
Includes
- Minimum spend (stray hairs): $35 (5 min)
- Eyebrows: $60 (20 min)
- Chin: $74.99 (25 min)
- Cheeks: $159.99 (45 min)
- Cheeks & chin: $180 (1 hr)
from $135.99
Underarm and Brazilian
Permanent removal for underarm and Brazilian hair, including light hairs that laser can't treat.
Best for: Light or grey body hair, or clients who prefer electrolysis over laser.
Electrolysis pricing
Fairfield West clinic. Choose your option when you book on Fresha.
Prices are subject to change without notice. Package and course pricing available in clinic.
Your Electrolysis experience
- A quick heat or stinging sensation as each hair is treated
- Mild redness or small raised bumps that settle within hours
- Hairs are lifted out easily once the follicle is treated
- Results build over regular sessions
- Don't shave the area too close to your appointment. Hair needs enough growth to be seen and gripped with tweezers
- Avoid waxing, plucking and threading before treatment, as the hair needs to be in the follicle
- Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup, creams and deodorant on the area
- Tell us about any medications, skin conditions or medical devices such as a pacemaker
- Avoid makeup and heavy products on the area for 24 hours
- Keep the area clean and avoid touching or picking
- Avoid heat, saunas, swimming and strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- Apply SPF to treated facial areas
- Don't wax, pluck or thread between sessions
- Follow any personalised recommendations from your WOW Clinic therapist
Questions about electrolysis? Call us on 0498 000 783 or book online.
Book nowFrequently asked questions
Is electrolysis really permanent?
Yes. Once a follicle has been treated successfully it can no longer grow a hair. Some hairs need more than one treatment, as hair grows in cycles.
Can I shave before my appointment?
Not too close to your appointment. The hair must be long enough to be seen and gripped with tweezers. Your therapist can advise how much regrowth you need.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel a quick heat or sting with each hair. It's very tolerable, and sessions are kept short.
Laser or electrolysis?
Laser is faster for larger areas of dark hair. Electrolysis is best for light, grey or stray hairs and small areas. Many clients use both.
How is it priced?
Electrolysis is priced by treatment time, at around $3 per minute, with a $35 minimum spend.
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