Actually i am living in pakistan where hepatitis is so common and i am not sure whether they properly sterilize or use disposible needles here… what is the risk of hepatitis B and C during electrolysis?? i am afraid of getting such infections… what are the chances of getting
infection if the needles are not properly sterlized… is there any known case of HCV or HBV during electrolysis…
My second question is that i have had six laser sessions on my full face and neck but my hair got even worst after LHR…i had fine and black hair with normal skin complexion but it got thick and long so i dont want to go for LHR again. what are the chances that electrolysis will work for me and what will be the cost of electorlysis on face
( neck, side burns, cheeks and chin)
they should be using disposable needles. just verify that that is in fact the case.
what laser machine was used on you? laser is not a good option for fine facial hair. you should only do electrolysis there. it’s impossible to give a cost estimate though without even pictures. we can’t tell how much hair you have.
If they do not change the needle and start treating you immediately after treating someone else then, yes, there is a risk of infection. To avoid this make sure they use disposable needles, and that they open a new one in front of you. If they re-use needles then you could buy your own needles (sterex and ballet are common brands) and take them to your appointments.
Electrolysis should be about the same price as any beauty facial treatment. However it will not work if it is not performed correctly so make sure you choose someone who has a good reputation.
Thanks so much…
Well the name of laser machine she used on me was FOTONA… sorry i only know its name and nothing else…
as far as my hair is concerned i have dense hair and before laser my hair was so fine but now after laser i have combination of both fine and coarse hair…i regret myself for not getting enough information before going for LHR and she was only interested in money… but its too late now <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
Disposable needles are not the only issue when looking at the risks of infection. Are the tweezers they use sterilized? Do they sterilize or use an intermediate disinfectant on the tips which hold the needle in place? Both tweezers and tips can have microorganisms that are unwanted.
The AEA has Infection Control Standards which you can read and print to give your electrologist.