Chloe Handler Associates Electrolysis

Chloe Handler Associates Electrolysis operates from Suite 10 of the Atrium Professional Center near Springdale Road in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. The legal entity is Chloe Handler Associates Inc. The practice describes its electrologists as Internationally Board Certified Professional Electrologists and refers to 30 years of experience among them. Dr. Paul J. Sedacca, a practicing internist, also offers aesthetic and laser treatments at the location.

Electrolysis traces back to 1875, when Dr. Charles Michel, an ophthalmologist from St. Louis, developed a system for destroying hair growth cells. In the method, a very fine probe delivers a small amount of electricity to the base of each hair follicle. The practice says it works on almost all body hair and performs the treatment on every skin tone and on light or dark hair.

A visit begins with a free initial consultation, where the treatment schedule each client needs is worked out. Sessions run from about 15 minutes to an hour or longer, depending on the area and how much hair is present. Coarser or deeper hairs may need more than one visit. Some sensation is normal, and the electrologist can adjust the treatment to keep it comfortable. Mild redness can follow and usually settles within a few hours.

Infection control here is based on the National Infection Control Standards, which the American Electrology Association drew up with CDC assistance. Any instrument that touches the body is sterilized. Needles are sterile and single-use, and gloves are changed for every treatment. In New Jersey, electrologists must hold a license from the N.J. State Medical Advisory Board. The Electrolysis Training Institute, which the state has approved as a school, offers both classroom theory and hands-on instruction and also has ties to the electrolysis field.

The business describes itself as LGBTQ+ friendly and welcoming to people of all skin tones, races, genders and identities. Appointments do not require a credit card, and there is no cancellation fee, though clients are asked to give as much notice as possible when changing a booking. Hours run Monday through Friday from 9am to 9pm and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.

The practice follows recognized infection control standards and tailors each client's treatment schedule to the hair and area being treated.

The business describes itself as LGBTQ+ friendly and open to people of every skin tone, race, gender and identity.