TRANSGENDER
If you are looking for permanent hair removal for facial hair, body hair, and/or genital hair as part of your gender confirmation process, Divine Electrolysis is the solution for you.
Divine Electrolysis specializes in helping transgender male and female obtain permanent hair removal. We provide as much privacy and discretion as you need.
Male to Female (MtF)
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Facial hair is removed.
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In preparation for GRS (vaginoplasty and/pr labiaplasty) hair is removed from the genital area. Ask your surgeon about what areas they want clear prior to surgery.
Female to Male (FtM)
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In preparation for the Phalloplasty, hair is removed from the forearm or thigh that is to be used as the donor site. Ask your surgeon of a diagram of the area they want clear prior to surgery.
Most surgeons recommend completing electrolysis one to six weeks before surgery. We recommend completing treatment of the area six weeks before, preferably 8 weeks.
Health Insurance Accepted
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Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP- Direct)
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Kaiser Permanente Southern California
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Blue Shield of California
Talk to your primary healthcare provider about booking with Divine Electrolysis. The healthcare provider will submit a referral to our location.
FAQs
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Does electrolysis hurt?
Some people find it tolerable, and some find it extremely painful. Topical anesthetic like prescription EMLA (lidocaine 2.5% and prilocaine 2.5%), or over the counter Lidocaine can ease the pain.
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What are the side effects?
Some temporary post treatment redness and swelling are common. Other serious temporary side effect is scabbing.
How long will electrolysis take?
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Clearing one area for a trans women can generally take about 100 to 400 hours of treatment time (some need more or some need less). This is spread out over approximately one to three years (some need more or some need less). This can depend on how consistent you are with your treatment plan.
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What if my health insurance does not cover?
We accept cash, zelle, and cards as a payment method.