The Journal
Education, honestly.
Explainers, hormone context, and honest comparisons — written by our studio.
Electrolysis vs Laser
Permanent Removal vs. Permanent Reduction: What the FDA Language Actually Means
The FDA lets one method be marketed as permanent hair removal, and another as permanent reduction. The difference is real, and it's the difference between finished and mostly-finished.
June 1, 2026
PMOS / PCOS
PCOS Is Now PMOS: What the New Name Means — and What It Means for Unwanted Hair
In 2026, PCOS was officially renamed PMOS. Here's what changed, what didn't, and what it means for the unwanted hair that so many people with the condition experience.
May 20, 2026
Facial Hair (Women)
Chin Hairs After 40: The Perimenopause Hair Nobody Warns You About
One day there's a hair on your chin, and then another. It's not a moral failing — it's hormones. And it's permanently, discreetly fixable.
May 10, 2026
Dark Skin
Electrolysis on Dark Skin: Why It's the Safe Choice
Because electrolysis never targets pigment, it works identically and safely on every skin tone. Here's what that means in practice.
April 28, 2026
Gender-Affirming
Planning Electrolysis Before Gender-Affirming Surgery: A Realistic Timeline
Pre-surgical hair removal for GAS is one of the most timeline-sensitive parts of a transition plan. Here's how to work backward from your surgery date.
April 15, 2026
Folliculitis & HS
Folliculitis, HS, and Ingrown Hairs: When the Follicle Is the Problem
Recurring bumps, painful nodules, chronic ingrowns — different conditions, one shared origin: the hair follicle. Here's how permanent removal fits in.
March 30, 2026