A Gentle Touch Electrolysis

This electrolysis practice in Berlin offers permanent hair removal. According to the salon, electrolysis is the only method the FDA allows to be marketed as permanent hair removal, and the treatment is suited to every skin tone and hair type. Appointment lengths are roughly a quarter hour up to an hour or longer, varying with the body area. Three techniques are available: shortwave (also called thermolysis), galvanic, and blend.

Prices are set by treatment length: 15 minutes is $40, 30 minutes is $60, 45 minutes is $80, and 60 minutes is $100. A complimentary consultation is available before booking. Treatments and consultations are by appointment only, with no walk-ins. Payment is due at the time of treatment and can be made in cash, by check, or with major credit cards.

Appointments are confidential, and after-care instructions are provided at the end of each visit. The office is described as pleasant and relaxing. Vinyl gloves are available for clients with latex allergies. Booking policies ask for 24 hours' notice to cancel. A fee is charged for a missed appointment without that notice and is collected at the next scheduled visit. Clients under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

The business is a member of the Connecticut State Electrolysis Association, an affiliate of the American Electrology Association, and specializes in laser clean-ups.

Infection control follows the standards for electrology compiled by the American Electrology Association, and those standards are enforced in the office.

The office is described as pleasant and relaxing.