Park Slope Electrolysis

Have been going for almost two years-​for the first 6 – 8 months I came monthly for 15 minutes. I also did a few 30 min sessions. I am pleased to report that the pesky hairs that were my reason for seeking out PSE in the first place are LOSING the war against the electrified needle! Laser may work for Kim Kardashian but I will take electrolysis!

These women are great. Totally professional, quick and clearly very experienced. I recommend highly. I went to them for about a year and it made a real difference. They are very smart women because as another reviewer said they sit and listen to NPR all day. I found them to be pretty flexible with scheduling as well.
I also went to the dentist who’s office they share to have a teeth cleaning in an effort to have one stop shopping. That was also good, but they are not affiliated.

I went here several times and only dealt w/​Elyse so I don’t know how Cecelia is… Did she remove the hair… Yes… Was the experience WITH ELYSE professional and comfortable? Abbbbbbsolutely NOT. She has no concept about when to stop asking personal questions. She was infinitely too inquisitive about my career and personal life… Not like she’s a lesbian or anything but more like, «Well how did you do that??» and prying when I was becoming ambiguous and trying to change the conversation… I’m not sure if she’s surprised someone «like me» could be so successful but her line of questioning was 10 seconds short of asking me my income. I always give someone a freebie/​benefit of the doubt but when I returned, SHE initiated the conversation again about the same invasive questions. This happened on about 2 of the 3 times I went and stopped going when I saw this was gonna become a pattern with her. I now travel all the way to 34^th street to get my electrolysis done, which is an additional 30mins commute when I live so close to Elyse’s establishment and I also pay more in the city, JUST to avoid Busybody Nosey Elyse.

Today was my first visit and i was pleasantly surprised. I thought it would be extremely painful to do bikini area but Celia was fantastic – fast, professional, fun to talk to. That, and the strategically placed ice made my 45-​minute session on the table a breeze. I know it sounds bizarre but I can’t wait to go back!

Yay for electrolysis near my place!
I’ve been seeing Elyse and Cecelia since 2005 for various hair removal treatments.
I’m not sure why the 1 star person got such bad burns, but yes, you should get a lower current or frequency if you’re just starting out and let them know about any skin problems.
Both ladies are so professional and I have seen results with each treatment done.
I was referred to by two friends and I’m happy I was. Hair that was once unruly and a pain to look at is finally gone!
They have an ice machine and will numb the areas that need to be zapped, which is always quite helpful when you’re in pain, like I usually am.
Like their website says :
— arrive early, if you’re going to be late, call them! They have things to do and could probably book a last minute client if possible.
— bring cash or a check (yes, they take checks!!!)
I’ve always been pleased with their service and would highly recommend.

I contacted PSE after researching electrologist in the area, particularly anyone who use Apilus Platinum (AP) machine, was cheaper than
Manhattan rates, and was licensed CPE style.
Cover yourself and seek an electrologist whom is both a member of the AEA and a Certified Professional Electrologist (CPE). At least s/​he is keeping up to date on the latest in the field.
I had just returned to NYC from Seattle where I had begun treatment using that device. Unfortunately for my hair removal journey, I had intermittent sessions with various electrologists over 4 yrs because I traveled often. I tried Galvanic, Thermolysis, and Blend– single and multiple needle. I had the best results with Blend techniques with the AP. I can’t recall which machine PSE used.
My appointments at PSE marked the first time, I had at least 6 or so consecutive treatments every 5 – 6 weeks without a break. My results are noticeable and permanent. I was told I would need at least 18 months worth of treatments-​industry standard, I guess. I paced my chin and arm pit treatments together at 5 wk intervals. Often, I wished I could return sooner because I wanted to be baby bottom smooth skin asap.
Although the website mentions Elyse, CPE, I met her only once. Her partner, Celia did all my treatments. I assume she too had Elise’s certifications??? I never asked or checked. Boo, me. She was talkative, after all she listens to NPR all day, fast and focused. She suggested that I purchase EMLA cream to desensitize my underarms prior to our sessions. I never bought it because I thought I needed a prescription and did not have insurance at the time. Duh, why didn’t I look to Google. I toughed out each session out with a ziplock bag full of ice under each arm prior to treatment. Often she’d ice my right armpit first, the more sensitive side then began her work after 2 minutes of icing on the left. There was no time to wait I guess. I swallowed any discomfort because 1– I didn’t buy the EMLA and 2– hairlessness beats pain any day.
I experienced sensitivity for up to 24 and used baby powder instead of deodorant following each session. I almost never got ingrowns-​unless it was an unruly hair fighting its last good fight. I did get little white heads that dried up. Within 2 – 3 days tops the little scabs were gone. Nothing a little alcohol on a cotton swab and foundation didn’t clear up. I saw no hyper-​pigmentation.
The $ 85 for 60min was well worth it. I paid $ 100-​$ 110 in the City. The office was clean, well cleaner than some midtown spots I had visited.
Unfortunately, due to a misunderstanding over scheduling, I was dropped as a client without any explanation. My calls and email went unanswered. Normally, PSE charges for you for missed appointments or late cancellation, rightfully so, but this was not my case. I knew Celia had undergone surgery of some sort, but I never heard back.
Either way, arrive a few minutes early. Buy EMLA and apply it way beforehand. Call way ahead of time if your schedule changes. Bring a check or run to the Chase bank on Flatbush Ave.
Here’s a list of electrologists who use Apilus
FYI
*GALVANIC: This method uses a direct current which produce sodium hydroxide in the follicle, which in turn permanently deactivates the root.
* THERMOLOSIS: This method uses a high frequency radio energy, which causes vibration to produce heat, which in turn permanently deactivate the root.
* BLEND: This method uses oscillation of the high frequency radio energy, to produce heated sodium hydroxide to permanently deactivate the root.

I would highly recommend these ladies to anybody, fast and and very professional.

I’ve been nervous about getting electrolysis because it’s painful and I was worried about permanent marks from the needle on my face. It’s not too bad, but it seems like the number of hairs are increasing and I just couldn’t wait any longer. I’ve waxed, but it turns out to be the wrong thing to do on the face. I’ve considered lazer since I had great results on my bikini area, but I’ve read that it’s not the solution for the face.
After a lot of researching, I selected this place. They were great! It’s not a salon, it’s a no nonsense office. There are two women that work there. The woman that did my face was personable, knowledgeable and FAST. She’s been doing this for a long time. She ‘cleaned’ me up in 15 mins!
The thing about selecting a good place is they have to have experience, knowledge and they should be fast. If they are slow, they are just taking your money and prolonging the pain. but they have to know what they are doing too. A lot of people do this for the money and they’re slow, sloppy, they have a shaky hand, they’re machines are old, or they don’t do it enough to know the correct amount of electric current.
Regarding the pain, it wasn’t too bad actually. Some areas felt a little worse than others, and I don’t know if I could do more than a 15 minute session at a time. I took an advil a half hour before the treatment to help cut down on any pain.
Also, regarding skin reaction, I only got what looked like zits and that wasn’t until day 4 after the treatment. There was no other skin reaction from the electrolysis; in fact, i went out to a dinner that night. They are extremely careful about sanitizing everything.