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Where To Get Electrolysis In Columbia, Sc


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Guest AlexandraHarper

Hey everyone,

I have started looking for a place to get my electrolysis done. The problem I have is that South Carolina does not regulate electrolysis. I went onto Google and just searched Electrolysis Columbia SC, to see who pops up. Since I don't know any persons that have gotten Electrolysis here. From what I see from that list, I have one that is done by a RN Nurse, and the others don't state any type of qualifications. Because of this, I was wondering what everybody's opinion on my choices. Also I'm making a list of questions to ask. Such as what equipment they use, and what settings its on. Also about there hours of operation and pricing. Are there any other questions that I should ask as well?

Alexandra Harper

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Guest Donna Jean

Wow, Hon......

I live in Ohio where electrolysis is regulated by the state board of health....

You can pull them up on the net and find out everything that you need to know..

Sorry, don't know about your state...

Heck, I would expect all states to be regulated because electrolysis is an invasive procedure!

My electrolgist is also a RN and knows a lot about the human body...that's a big plus in my book...

Oh, and also ask if they use a numbing cream for top lip work....

Good Luck, Honey...

HUGGS!

Donna Jean

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Guest Elizabeth K

Louisiana monitors electrolysis - the tech muct be licensed - so I don't know.

Mine is a retired nurse - and has an autoclave in her shop. She used gloves and an eyeshield with a magnifying lens. She charges $55 / hr - and works hard the entire session. I am her very first transperson, but she is very sweet to me.

Hope this helps

Lizzy

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Guest Jewel

There's a great forum specifically for permanent hair removal (electrolysis and laser): hairtell.com. I would search the forum for recommendations of electrologists in your area or ask for advice there. It's a very trans friendly place. It's moderated by my electrologist, James Walker.

If you can't find any specific recommendations there... is there a support group for TG folks in your area? Others trans women are a great resource for recommendations. Find someone in your area who has completed hair removal and is happy with their results and find out who they used.

Sadly regulation does little or nothing to guarantee that the electrologist is any good. And even certifications like CPE and so forth don't necessarily mean much. Word of mouth from satisfied _finished_ customers is the best approach.

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Guest AlexandraHarper

Thanks for the link. And there is no support group in Columbia! Which makes me mad when I think of the local GLBT center we have in Columbia, because they have groups for everyone else but us. Makes you wonder why they even have the T.

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Guest Melissa42013

Thanks for the link. And there is no support group in Columbia! Which makes me mad when I think of the local GLBT center we have in Columbia, because they have groups for everyone else but us. Makes you wonder why they even have the T.

Hi, I just foudn this post searching for resources in Columbia SC. I am a 37 year old MTF and have been on HRT for close to five months, just started laser hair removal, and was looking for a TG friendly electrolysis in Columbia. This area appears to be a TG wasteland as I have had to travel to get what I need. I'd really like to find someone locally and was wondering if you found anything.

-M

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Guest Cafe.Bike.Girl

Wow, ok lets go 3 for 3 here!!! I'm also in Columbia and have been trying to find a good electrolysist nearby for about 6 months. I've crossed out all of the ones in the phone book (at least whichever phonebook I have). I've searched on hairtell without any luck. Currently I'll be taking care of my Electrolysis in Charlotte when I go to see my gender therapist. A few weeks ago a friend of mine got with his doctor in Irmo and she has agreed to work with my counselor for my HRT and general medical needs. She also does laser so I'm going to have two or three laser sessions to knock out the dark stuff before starting electro.

The Harriet Hancock Center setup a bit different. The center itself and SC Pride are two different organizations. The center is publicly available for any group to have meetings at no cost. So the center itself does hold any support groups, they are all hosted by the community.

That being said, they just formally added Transgender to their mission a little over a month ago and everyone there is willing to help any way they can (even if it's something small). I've been volunteering there for a few weeks now and have been wanting to get a group started. I'm there on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6pm-9pm both of you are welcome to stop by, 3 people would be a great place to start!!! Feel free to message me if you need to.

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Guest brandi_michelle69

Let's make it 4 for 4! Has anyone made any progress? I'm new to the area and also looking for electrolysis as well as a psychologist and support group. Any support would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Brandi

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