Beverly Hills Hair Free Dallas understands the unique needs and challenges of treating clients with hidradenitis suppurativa. This is an important distinction between us and other hair removal practices and hair removal providers in North Texas and beyond. Our experts are trained, and have successfully treated many patients with this often painful and uncomfortable condition, although there is no cure for HS, once the hair is permanently removed the patient no longer has to endure painful shaving in the area(s). Our patients generally enjoy a better, safer experience, and they get truly “forever” results.
How do you treat clients with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)?
We use a unique form of electrolysis. Traditionally, electrolysis has involved using one probe to treat individual hair follicles. This method of hair removal targets and irreparably damages the stem cells within each follicle. Stem cells are responsible for the growth of new hairs throughout an individual’s lifetime. By treating the root/source of the unwanted hair (these cells), future regrowth is inhibited. You get permanently smooth and hair-free results. Our approach elevates the electrolysis game. We use anywhere from 16 to 32 probes during treatment. These probes deliver the direct electric current (DC) that precisely zeroes in and destroys the stem cells. Using many probes allows us to provide our patients with the fastest, best experience. We can treat far more hairs in less time, up to 40% faster than traditional methods.
How does it compare to laser treatment for clients with HS?
Laser and other thermo (RF) frequencies are not recommended for patients who suffer from HS as symptoms include sensitive, highly irritated, and irritated skin, including painful fluid-filled cysts during an outbreak/flare-up. So heat-based hair removal modalities can further irritate already inflamed, sensitive areas and make them feel more like burns or even hot coals being dragged onto skin. The condition most often affects the groin area and underarms where Adipose tissue is found. Electrolysis is considered an inclusive, risk-free alternative for individuals sensitive to lasers, including those with HS. Unlike lasers, electrolysis does not convert light energy into heat; instead, it targets hair follicles directly to damage them. Such heating can increase the risk of discomfort and thermal damage to the skin. These risks of complications are avoided with electrolysis. Our approach also supports a more comfortable treatment process. Although there is no cure for HS, we can help by removing the hair in the affected area(s) to minimize the risk of infected follicles and painful shaving when a flare-up occurs.
Is your treatment safe for dark skin?
Yes! It is safe for all skin and hair colors. We know this is particularly important for individuals with HS, as the condition disproportionately affects people of color. In fact, the FDA and Mayo Clinic report that HS occurs more often among Black/African-American people than any other ethnicity/race. Furthermore, these individuals are more likely to have severe symptoms. It is absolutely essential to have an option to safely treat the sensitive areas that are often affected by HS and to do so in a way that does not present new challenges to the client (like scarring) and does not make the symptoms worse.
In many respects, electrolysis is made to treat HS-affected skin. It is appropriate for all areas of the body, including the skin folds where HS tends to flare in the armpits, groin, and buttock regions. Due to the nature of HS, removing the hair provides a good cosmetic result and offers additional benefits. You feel better about how you look. And because hair traps odor, it also helps to ease the discomfort and odor that may accompany unwanted or excess hair in these areas. It’s a real quality-of-life booster.
To start this journey to better, healthier skin through safe, truly lasting, and precise hair removal, request a consultation at Beverly Hills Hair Free Dallas today. Our team in North Texas can be reached at (972) 886-5921.
