Electrolysis permanently disables a treated follicle, and it is the one method that works regardless of hair colour. The clinic is in Upper Cambourne, around 22 minutes from Bassingbourn. More about our Cambridge electrolysis clinic.
Each hair is treated individually, which is why it works where laser cannot — on fine, grey, blonde and red hair, and on every skin tone.
- VTCT Level 4 Skin Blemish Removal
- Sterex electrolysis qualified
- NVQ Level 3 Beauty Therapy
- Upper Cambourne CB23 6EP
Getting here from Bassingbourn
Door to door
- Drive time
- 22 min
- Distance
- 11.5 miles
- Parking
- Free, on site
- Route
- North up the A1198
Times and distances are approximate.
How electrolysis works
A fine sterile probe follows the natural opening of the follicle and delivers a small, controlled amount of energy to the cells at its base. Those cells are what produce the hair. Once they are disabled, that follicle cannot grow another one.
Hair grows in cycles, and only follicles in the active phase respond. That is why treatment runs as a course rather than a single visit — each session catches a different set of follicles at the right moment.
Who it is for
Unwanted hair is shaped by hormones, genetics, medication and life stage. It affects people of every gender and every skin tone, on the face and the body.
Hormonal and PCOS-related growth
Persistent facial or body hair linked to PCOS or perimenopause is common and treatable. You will get realistic timelines rather than promises.
Grey, blonde and red hair
Laser needs pigment to find the follicle. Electrolysis does not, so it treats hair laser cannot.
Trans and non-binary clients
Pre-surgical and facial clearance work, in a private setting, without commentary.
What it costs
| Session | Price |
|---|---|
| Consultation and patch test | £TBC |
| 15 minutes | £TBC |
| 30 minutes | £TBC |
| 45 minutes | £TBC |
Your first appointment
The first visit is a consultation and patch test. Shannon looks at your skin and hair, explains the method, treats a small test area and checks how your skin settles. From that you will get a plan: how long each session needs to be, how often, and roughly how long the course will run.
Questions
Do people really travel from Bassingbourn?
Yes. It is roughly 11.5 miles — north up the A1198, then follow signs for Cambourne. Most clients are here in about 22 minutes.
How is the drive from Bassingbourn at rush hour?
The A1198 is quiet for most of the day. It is the least congested road into Cambourne and rarely queues.
Does it hurt?
You will feel a brief warm sensation on each hair. Most people find it very manageable, and the patch test tells you what to expect before you commit.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the area, the density and the hormonal picture. You will get an honest estimate at consultation rather than a fixed number up front.
Is it permanent?
A fully treated follicle cannot produce another hair. Untreated follicles elsewhere still can, which is why the course matters.
Can I have it on any skin tone?
Yes. Electrolysis does not rely on pigment contrast, so it is suitable for all skin tones and all hair colours.
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Book a consultation
Start with a patch test and a plan. No pressure, and no commitment to a course on the day.
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