Electrolysis FAQ's > Frequently Asked Questions about Electrolysis... > What are the side effects? Will I get scarred?
There is usually some redness and a little swelling resembling an insect bite straight after electrolysis. These will disappear after an hour or so. The next day your skin will be clear and shouldn’t show any signs of treatment. The exception is the body which may show tiny pinprick scabs, which will wash off naturally within a week or so. On rare occasions you may see these tiny scabs on the face, usually when the treated hair was distorted or ingrown and hence the surrounding skin was damaged. If you notice any unexpected after effects please make sure to mention them as sometimes it’s hard to tell how the skin will react on first appearance. There is a VERY small risk of temporary scarring if aftercare advice is not followed, such as picking at the area after treatment (your Electrologist will go through this in depth with you.) However permanent scarring should not happen as this denotes repeated overtreatment.
Last updated on September 30, 2013 by Chantal Peacock