ok, i just started getting the visible portion of my face treated.
1 day after treatment, some scabbing shows up.
i’m not getting bent outta shape over this (EFF everyone else, i’m getting rid of the hair <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> ) … but … anyone recommend anything to maybe cover up the treatment so it’s not so noticeable?
i’m a guy with fair skin complexion.
i’m hitting it with tea tree oil (100% applied direct 2x daily) and a nice post-electrolysis “yi-zhi baume” made by dectro.
Prior to treatment, after your face is cleaned, is it completely dry before insertions begin?
I surmise you are referring to the beard area, if so, are the insertion deep enough (2-4 mm)? Ask.
What type of needle is being used? Although the insulated needle requires exceptional skill and knowledge and understanding of many variables, in my opinion, it is ideal for those who need to minimize tissue trauma. See if there is any improvement with an insulated needle. It might be worth a try.
See what happens when you stop using the tea tree oil however continue with the Yi zhi product. The problem with tea tree oil is that at 100%, it has a drying effect on the skin and in your situation, it might be best to keep the area well hydrated. Only a tiny amount of tea tree in your hydrating or moisturizing product is better for non acneic skin types after treatment.
im just about to start treatments on back and shoulders but eventually will have my face treated. would be really interested to know how it goes with yours? recovery time etc. i think i would take some time off work to let it heal before i stepped outside. how bad is the scabbing, is it literally at every insertion point?
do you have dark hair? how far are you going to remove your beard? are you just looking for a reduction or are you going to remove it completely. really interested to hear any updates. good luck.
i would use pure aloe vera and witch hazel too. they give more moisture to the area.
chris, no, scabbing is not at every insersion point normally and i would think the areas you’re treating are covered by clothing anyways. i don’t think you would need to take time off work. also, not everyone gets scabs and not on every area. it depends. i get a few on some areas and none on others. also, i think my skin got used to the treatments, so i barely get any now.
Arlene, I have to make some inquiries. Yes, my face was clean and dry (shower right before treatment). I believe the needles are not insulated (don’t really use them for the rest of my body). Yes, I have really thick facial hair. Have any suggestions/recommendations for diluting the tea tree oil (with water or witch hazel?).
Chris - scabs are not on every follicle, at least in my case. Initially, some of the top skin around the treated pores looks like it was “torn” away (I have very very thick hair).
We started first working cautiously under the chin (where it’s not in plain view) to see how the face would respond - scab and hyperpigmentation city. So on the beard we adopted the strategy of skipping every third hair or so, on a reasonable setting, on a Friday night to give me the weekend to recover. It looked really angry after the first 18 hours, but, it’s looking a little better (still noticeable, but I’m wondering if I’ll give a $hit tomorrow morning when I go into work).
lagirl - thanks for the suggestion, will give the aloe and witch hazel a shot!
What’s the difference between an insulated needle, gold needle, and silver needle. I’ve had a treatment 3 weeks ago and I’m still getting postules under my skin. My practioner and I am wondering if it was the gold needle she used…it was a 3 hour treatment.
The thing is, you need an oil to dilute the tea tree with. It won’t mix well with witch hazel or water. Hmmm (thinking), try a little pure jojoba oil. Its very light and is very similar to what our own bodies produce (from our sebaceous glands). Combine your jojoba and tea tree.
Regarding the aloe: pure refrigerated aloe, put that in a spray bottle and if it needs to be slightly diluted to spray properly, add distilled water.
Don’t spray your tea tree jojoba as if any ends up on the floor, you just might slip.
How long between your shower and your electrolysis? If you like hot showers, wait 2 hours before hair removal. See if that helps.
If nothing I suggested helps, try this: twirl around twice, facing east, look up to the heavens, wave your arms around in a circular motion and blurt out all the gutteral sounds that come to you.
At the same settings, the gold is a slightly better conductor than the stainless steel and the insulated concentrates most of the current at the base. They are all good and will complement a particular technique.
That can be taken two ways - a little less treatment energy perhaps, but the message I want to send is less stuff on the skin after treatment.
The more “stuff” you put on, the more chances of having reactions. I promote keeping it simple. Witch hazel. It’s not oily and it’s not drying. It doesn’t build up on the skin. It is soothing and cooling and is labeled (FDA) as an astringent, and is indicated for relief of minor skin irritations. Directions: Apply to the affected area as often as necessary.
If nothing I suggested helps, try this: twirl around twice, facing east, look up to the heavens, wave your arms around in a circular motion and blurt out all the gutteral sounds that come to you.
Arlene, that’s what I do at the office when the boss gets on my case.
Seriously, I think I prematurely freaked out.
Day 1 after treatment looked angry, but as of Monday the treatment was hardly noticeable (other than a little redness and drying of the skin).