At Kent Skin & Laser Clinic, our consultant dermatologist-led clinic offers electrolysis delivered by our experienced therapist team. Based in Canterbury, we welcome patients from across Kent, including Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Ashford, Folkestone, Dover, Deal and the surrounding areas.
What is Electrolysis?
Electrolysis treats one hair follicle at a time using a fine probe. Each treated follicle is individually targeted so that it stops producing hair. Electrolysis is considered a permanent hair removal method once a full course is completed.
It may be a good choice if you have:
- Fine, light or grey hair that laser hair removal cannot effectively target
- Small areas of unwanted hair
- Hair that did not respond well to laser treatment
- A specific stubborn area you would like to treat
- Small skin tags that can be treated with a fine probe
- A preference for a permanent, rather than longer-term, reduction
Electrolysis is popular for smaller areas, and it is commonly used on facial hair. Since each hair is treated separately, larger areas take more time, and our team can advise whether laser hair removal or electrolysis suits you better.
Our Approach to Electrolysis
Treatment is booked by time, so you can choose a session length that suits the area being treated.
15 Minute Sessions
At £40, a 15 minute session suits very small areas or a few individual hairs, such as on the lip or chin.
30 Minute Sessions
A 30 minute session is £55 and is a common choice for slightly larger areas or for patients building up a regular routine.
60 Minute Sessions
A 60 minute session is £80 and allows more time to treat a wider area or a more stubborn area in one visit.
Why Choose Kent Skin & Laser Clinic?
Electrolysis needs skill and consistency over a course of visits. Patients choose us because we provide:
- Consultant dermatologist-led care, with a dermatology team on site if anything about your skin needs a medical opinion
- Experienced therapists, many of whom have been with the clinic for years
- Advice on whether electrolysis or laser hair removal suits your hair type
- Treatment suitable for all hair and skin types
- Online booking 24/7, with a skin consultation redeemable against treatment within 3 months
Based in Canterbury, we welcome patients from across Kent, including Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Ashford, Folkestone, Dover, Deal and the surrounding areas.
What Happens at the Appointment?
At your first appointment, we will:
- Discuss the area you would like to treat
- Ask about your medical history and previous hair removal
- Confirm electrolysis is a suitable approach for your hair type
- Agree a session length and how often to come
A fine probe is used to treat each hair follicle individually, and this is repeated across the treatment area. Most patients feel a brief stinging sensation as each follicle is treated, which is generally well tolerated, particularly for smaller areas. Downtime is minimal, though the skin can look a little red or feel tender afterwards, and we will give you aftercare advice.
Electrolysis usually needs a course of regular sessions, because hair grows in cycles and only actively growing hairs can be treated each time. The number of sessions varies by area and hair growth pattern, and individual results vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is electrolysis different from laser hair removal?
Electrolysis treats each hair follicle individually using a fine probe, so it can be used on all hair colours and skin types. Laser hair removal works best on darker hair against lighter skin. See our laser hair removal page for more detail.
Is electrolysis permanent?
Electrolysis is considered a permanent hair removal method when a full course is completed, because each treated follicle is individually targeted. Hair that was dormant at the time of a session may appear later, which is why regular sessions are needed.
How many sessions will I need?
This varies by area and hair growth pattern, but a course of regular sessions is typically needed. Hair grows in different cycles and only actively growing hairs can be treated at each visit, so your therapist will advise you.
Does electrolysis hurt?
Most patients feel a brief stinging sensation as each follicle is treated, which is generally well tolerated, particularly for smaller areas. Tell your therapist if you are uncomfortable at any point.
Can electrolysis be used on the face?
Yes. Electrolysis is commonly used for facial hair, particularly for finer or lighter hairs that are less suited to laser treatment.
Can electrolysis be used to remove skin tags?
Yes, for very small skin tags. Electrolysis is one of the methods our therapists use for small skin tags, and larger tags may be better suited to snip cautery with a doctor. Please see our skin tag removal page, or book a dermatology consultation if you have another skin concern.
Book this treatment
Price
£40 for 15 minutes, £55 for 30 minutes, £80 for 60 minutes
Fees
A skin consultation (30 mins, £50) to discuss treatment options with the therapist is redeemable against treatment booked within 3 months.
Appointment
15 to 60 minutes
Downtime
Minimal
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