For patients who aren't candidates for laser—or who want to address individual hairs with precision—electrology gives us another solution. Electrology works by treating one hair follicle at a time, using a very fine probe to deliver energy directly into the follicle and permanently destroy its ability to produce hair. Unlike laser hair removal, electrology does not depend on pigment within the hair to work. That means it can effectively treat hair colors that laser cannot, including blonde, red, gray, and white hair, as well as brown and black hair. Electrology may be ideal for: Blonde, red, gray, or white hair Facial hair Chin and upper-lip hair Individual coarse or stubborn hairs Smaller, detailed treatment areas Remaining hairs following laser hair removal Patients who are not good candidates for laser Because each follicle is treated individually and hair grows in different cycles, multiple appointments are typically necessary. Treatment plans vary depending on the number of hairs, treatment area, growth cycle, and previous methods of hair removal. Laser or Electrology? Both have an important place at ENVY. Laser Hair Removal is generally best for efficiently treating larger areas of pigmented brown or black hair and provides long-term hair reduction. Electrology treats follicles individually, works regardless of hair color, and is the only method recognized by the FDA for permanent hair removal. For some patients, the best plan may even involve both—using laser to significantly reduce larger areas of dark hair and electrology to permanently address remaining or lighter hairs. Precision when you need it. Permanence where laser can't go.