ELECTROLYSIS FOR DARKER SKIN
If you have darker skin and have been told that hair removal treatments won’t work for you, don’t worry—electrolysis is effective on all skin tones and hair types. Our skilled electrologists can locate the natural hair openings without requiring a significant contrast in hair and skin color. No matter your skin tone or hair color, electrolysis is the solution you’ve been looking for. Contact us today to learn more!
AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
Following electrolysis treatment, individuals with lighter skin may experience temporary redness, while those with darker skin may notice temporary dark spots (hyperpigmentation). Additionally, if you’ve been tweezing hair, this can also contribute to dark spots due to skin irritation, which will naturally fade over time. Avoid using bleaching creams on these areas to prevent light spots (hypopigmentation) once the skin returns to normal. Your electrologist can recommend specific aftercare products to support the skin’s natural healing process and restore normal pigmentation.
Note: Darker skin types are more susceptible to keloid scarring. Your electrologist may inquire about piercings or vaccination scars to assess your risk of keloids and adjust your treatment plan accordingly.
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT ELECTROLYSIS FOR PEOPLE WITH DARKER SKIN TONES
DOES ELECTROLYSIS WORK ON DARK SKIN?
Yes. Your electrologist looks for the opening where the hair emerges from the skin. They do not need a significant difference between the color of the hair and the color of your skin to do this. No matter what color of skin and hair you have, electrolysis works.
WILL ELECTROLYSIS TREATMENT CAUSE DARK SPOTS ON MY SKIN?
Temporary hyperpigmentation (dark spots) is the darker skin equivalent of the temporary redness sometimes experienced by those with lighter skin. If you have been tweezing the hair, the irritation from that can also cause dark spots. These dark spots are a sign that the skin is doing its job and healing the irritated area; they will fade over time. Do not use a bleaching cream on these areas as this can cause light spots (hypopigmentation) when the skin returns to normal. Your electrologist can recommend an aftercare product to help speed the return to normal pigmentation.
WHERE CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ELECTROLYSIS?
Answers to general questions about electrolysis are available on the FAQ page.
The information above is provided courtesy of American Electrology Association.
General Info
281 440 3677
Monday Thru Thursday – 9:00am – 6:00 pm
Friday – Closed
Saturday – Appointment Only
Sunday – Closed
17045 Saint Edwards Dr. Ste 100 Houston, TX 77090
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