Montclair Electrolysis, LLC

Montclair Electrolysis provides permanent hair removal by electrolysis for facial and body hair. The site states that electrolysis is the only method the FDA recognizes as permanent hair removal, and it describes the results as unsurpassed; those are the business's own claims. The business says it is marking 42 years of permanent hair removal work.

Visits are by appointment only, and walk-ins are not accepted. A complimentary consultation is offered before treatment. Sessions run from about 15 minutes to more than an hour, depending on the area. Treatment areas include the eyebrows, chin, upper and lower lip, jaw line and sides of the face, breasts and underarms, abdomen, bikini line, legs and back. Hours are Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Payment is due at the time of treatment, by cash or check. Cancellations need 24 hours' notice. Late arrivals are charged from the originally scheduled time, and appointments may not be extended when other clients are booked. Clients under 16 must come with a parent or legal guardian.

According to the business, rates effective March 1, 2023 are $55 for up to 15 minutes (the minimum charge), $80 for up to 30 minutes, $100 for up to 45 minutes and $125 for up to 60 minutes.

Electrolysis can be performed on most moles where licensing regulations allow, and the electrologist may ask for written approval from a physician first. The business follows the Standards for Infection Prevention written by the American Electrology Association, which are based on recommendations from the CDC, OSHA and APIC.

Treatment is by electrolysis using galvanic, thermolysis (shortwave) and blend methods, with infection prevention that follows the American Electrology Association's written standards.