Electrolysis - 60 Mins Aftercare (Electrologist Near Me): Your First 72 Hours
By Electrolysis By Nar | July 22, 2026
Encino, CA | Encino, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Toluca Lake, Van Nuys, North Hollywood
A lot of people tell us they’ve gotten better results in months here than in years somewhere else, and aftercare is a big reason why. Your #1 rule for the first 72 hours is simple: keep the treated area clean, cool, and untouched. That means gentle cleansing, a thin layer of soothing ointment, and skipping heat, sweat, sun, and picking so your skin can settle fast.
0 to 48 hours after electrolysis: the do’s and don’ts that prevent irritation
Right after a 60-minute session, it’s normal to see mild redness, a little swelling, or tiny pinpoint scabs starting to form. Many of our clients comment that healing is “minimal redness, swelling, or irritation” when they keep things calm those first couple of days.
Quick checklist (first 48 hours): Clean gently 2x daily with mild soap and cool to lukewarm water, or use sterile saline. Pat dry with a clean towel. Apply a thin layer of a recommended soothing ointment. Keep hands off the treated area, even if it feels a little itchy.
Avoid heat triggers that make redness hang around
We generally recommend avoiding anything that heats you up for at least 24 to 72 hours: strenuous workouts, saunas, hot yoga, hot baths, and steam rooms. Pools and hot tubs are a no for now too. Heat and moisture can push irritation and bacteria into freshly treated follicles.
And in Encino summer heat, this matters even more. If you’re coming off the 101 and heading back toward the Magnolia Boulevard corridor near the Sherman Oaks border, try to book mornings or evenings so you’re not stepping into direct sun right after treatment.
Makeup and skin products: keep it boring for one day
If we treated your face, skip makeup on the treated spots for 24 hours. Avoid acids, retinoids, scrubs, and exfoliating brushes until your skin looks fully settled. A calm routine wins here.
Days 3 to 7: how to handle scabs, sun, and “I want to pick it” moments
Tiny scabs can happen, especially on facial areas like chin, neck, or sideburns. They’re part of normal healing for some people. The fastest way to turn a small scab into a longer issue is picking. Don’t do it. Let them flake off on their own.
Keep cleansing gently twice a day. If your skin feels dry or tight, keep using a thin layer of soothing ointment until it feels normal again. If you shave, wait until tenderness is gone and shave gently, using a clean razor and light pressure.
Sun is the sneaky one: Even if redness looks minor, UV can keep inflammation going. Limit direct sun for 24 to 72 hours, and keep treated areas covered when you can. If you’re running along Ventura or Magnolia after an appointment, choose shade and keep things cool.
This is also where people notice the difference between solid technique and everything they’ve tried before. We hear it a lot: after switching to us, skin tends to look smoother, and irritation that used to be “normal” suddenly isn’t.
The simple routine we like after a 60-minute session (no fancy product list)
Our 60-minute electrolysis session is intensive by design. It’s meant for larger or more stubborn areas, and we price it at $120 for 60 minutes. After a longer session, your skin usually does best with a routine that’s consistent and uncomplicated.
Stick to these “types” for the first few days
- Cleanser: mild, fragrance-free, no scrubbing
- Soothing layer: a light ointment we recommend or a simple barrier product
- Hands-off rule: don’t touch, don’t pick, don’t “check” the area all day
- Laundry rule: clean pillowcase, clean towels, clean face cloths
If you’re prone to ingrowns, keep exfoliation paused until the skin is fully healed, then we’ll talk about the safest way to bring it back in. We’ve had people tell us they noticed “no more ingrown hairs” once we got them on the right plan and stayed consistent.
When to reach out to our Encino team (normal healing vs not normal)
A little redness or swelling right after electrolysis is common and usually settles shortly after treatment. Mild soreness can happen too. Some clients tell us the chin area feels “not very painful, just sore, ” especially early on.
“My skin has been healing beautifully afterward with minimal redness, swelling, or irritation.”
one of our regulars
Reach out promptly if you notice: spreading redness, increasing warmth, pus, fever, or severe pain that’s getting worse instead of better. We’d rather hear from you early and help you calm it down.
If you’re commuting or juggling kids, this is why we keep aftercare simple. It’s a short list you can plan around carpools, workouts, and errands without accidentally irritating your skin. People coming in from Sherman Oaks and along the Magnolia Boulevard corridor often schedule early or late so they can head home without sun and without rushing.
If you’re still researching, you can also read our electrolysis guide in Encino, and get a feel for how electrolysis hair removal works. For a bigger picture of options and session lengths, our electrolysis services in Encino overview is a good place to start.
A quick note if you searched “electrologist near me”
We’re right here in Encino, and these aftercare steps apply across the areas we serve, including Studio City, Toluca Lake, Van Nuys, and North Hollywood. If you have a question about your healing, call us or send a quick message. We’ll tell you what’s normal and what’s worth checking sooner.
Electrolysis By Nar
14106 Magnolia Blvd, Sherman , Encino, CA 91423
Call: +18184297374 | Email: narinearpi@gmail.com