Highlights
Electrolysis technician with 20 years of experience removes unwanted hair with mild currents that can inhibit regrowth
What You'll Get
Choice of:
- One 30-minute Electrolysis Session
- Two 30-minute Electrolysis Sessions or One 60-Minute Session
Hair Growth: It’s Just a Phase
Hair growth patterns change across our bodies, throughout our lives, and from species to species. Check out Groupon’s guide to explore the science behind the strands.
Hair varies in thickness and length across our body, from the head’s massive jungle to the knuckles’ tiny brambles. But regardless of where it is, each strand of hair cycles through three phases: anagen, also known as the active growth phase; catagen, or transitional phase; and telogen, or resting phase. During the growth phase, a new hair shaft sprouts from a follicle as its cells rapidly divide and grow upward, forming tightly packed bundles rich with keratin protein. Next, the transition phase kicks in for about two to three weeks, during which growth stops and the outer root sheath shrinks, anchoring the hair to the follicle as it enters the final phase. At that point, the follicle lies dormant until the hair is shed and the cycle begins again.
Not all hair grows at the same rate. On the scalp, hair grows about 6 inches per year, with each strand spending about two to six years in the active phase. Meanwhile, hair on the arms, legs, eyelids, and eyebrows actively grows for a much shorter period—only about 30–45 days—and spends more time in the resting phase, which is why waxing these areas helps curb unwanted hair growth. Humans need removal methods such as waxing because we don’t shed our hair all at once like other mammals; our hair-growth cycles are random and staggered, whereas other animals’ cycles are mostly synchronized.
The Fine Print
Promotional value expires 120 days after purchase. Amount paid never expires. Not valid for clients active in the last 12 months. Consultation required; non-candidates and other refund requests will be honored before service provided. Appointment required. Merchant's standard cancellation policy applies (any fees not to exceed Groupon price). Limit 1 per person, may buy 1 additional as gift. Valid only for option purchased. All goods or services must be used by the same person. Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
About Electrolysis and Skin Care by Francine
The professionals at Electrolysis and Skin Care by Francine help clients achieve smooth, stubble-free skin that doesn't need to be waxed, plucked, or shaved. Their FDA-approved electrolysis treatments use small doses of electric current to destroy hair follicles at the root, resulting in permanent or near-permanent removal after a number of treatments.