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Sunlight should always be avoided after treatment and sunscreens should be applied daily to all treated areas.

Electrolysis After Care Suggestions

It is normal following electrolysis for the treated area to be red and slightly swollen. Both of these conditions usually disappear in an hour or two but can last longer.

The following post-treatment care suggestions should be followed for the first 24 hours after treatment.

In general, avoid any kind of activity that would subject the treated skin to irritating conditions while it is in the healing stage.

More specifically:

1. Keep the area clean with alcohol, witch hazel, hydrogen peroxide, soap and water or other suitable antiseptics.

2. Apply ice to the treated area to reduce any swelling if necessary.

3. If advised by your electrologist, apply an antibiotic cream to help minimize infection in the treated area.

4. Keep your hands off the area.  If any scabs appear following treatment, tell your electrologist about them at your next appointment.  Do not pick them off.

5. Do not use any abrasive scrubbing action on the treated areas.

6. Do not visit a tanning salon or get a sunburn on the treated area for at least two days.

7. Use only fresh make-up, purchased within the last 90 days to minimize infection.

If any reaction occurs which appears related to your electrolysis treatment, contact your electrologist for further care instructions.