Been coming to Alison's clinic for a good amount of time now and seeing a couple of her electrologists, who work on different days. I have been satisfied with the results so far, working to finish off areas that I started laser hair removal on, and just needed the extra juice to get the straggler hairs. Currently, they operate in a shared building off Robertson, and I'm always able to find parking in the adjacent neighborhood. read more

Brian may be the best electrologist I've ever had, and I've had several over the years. His work was quick and less painful than what I've had before. But don't expect any amenities here. The studio is bare-bones and not terribly inviting. No one to check you in. You have to pay online. The service is expensive, too, compared to what I've paid elsewhere. read more

I am absolutely glad that I made the decision to get electrolysis from electrolysis by Allison! The space is clean, Allison is kind and professional, and Brian is the best and so sweet! At first I was hesitant as I am a woman of color with corse hair. But I took a leap of faith because Allison was so kind with answering my questions. It was a risk that was worth it and I'll do it again! I have struggled with chin hair since I was 14 due to pcos and finally I am rod of these hairs after over 20 years! I seen results from the first session, with each session the hair grew back thinner and less. By the 5th visit I only had 4 hairs ( 2 on each chin) after years of having a mini beard on each chin. I have never had any scarring or bumps, matter of fact the skin looks even better and clear. Their electrolysis technology works on my corse chin hairs, doesn't scar or bleed, and I never had any in frown hairs. Honestly I'm still in shock that I don't have chin hair any more. I'm so grateful for Allison and Brian words truly can't express how grateful I am. I feel like a woman again and I don't have to worry about embarrassing chin hair and they even got rid of the two long whisker hairs I had on my left side of my upper lip. You can't even tell I had chin hair I have no scarring, no signs of hair bumps, literally just smooth hairless chin! I'm so grateful read more

Extremely unprofessional environment and overall poor experience. Overpriced and rushed. First her office is not entirely clean. Her ring light is usually filled with other people's hair and it would be gross to have to look at it while its close to your face. Second, extremely poor time management. You always always wait 15-25 minutes on top of your scheduled appointment - there is no waiting room either. I voiced my frustration once, and instead of just apologizing and moving on (which is all I wanted), she told me I'm always late?? Wouldn't back down even when I told her I have not been. Didn't understand why she wouldn't diffuse the situation. The ONE time I was late, I still had to wait 5-10 mins for the other client to finish. I guess it's not a problem if you have nothing else to do with your day. Third, I always leave with missed hair. Eventually I had to point out hairs to her. She doesn't give you the opportunity to give you a mirror and see if she's missed anything. I have barely seen any results after 4 sessions and they were not very dense areas to begin with. She's always playing catch-up with time and you have to leave in a hurry since the other client is outside. Lastly, scheduling an appt with her is very difficult. She'll text you at odd hours but not reply to you at all. I finally gave up and went to another person. Regret giving her so much of my money. read more

I've been Alison's client since she first started! She's helped me get rid of the dark thick facial hair I used to grow which has made me feel more confident. Alison is awesome at her profession and is a great person--she ROCKS! I wouldn't trust anyone else with my electrolysis care; thank you Alison read more

Got body sculpting done today on my chin area and it turned out amazing! Paola helped me and I could see a difference instantly. Will definitely come back for another session soon! read more

I've been way over charged compared to other salons and my skin doesn't heal for weeks. Tech said she has to buy her own clean needles.

It's supposed to be 60$ minimum with my small hair upper lips. She charged me 100. Very greedy and bad painful service. It's like she thinks everyone is full. Inept teenager does it instead of her. She just charges, charges, charges, for nothing Thanks read more

I made the appt with Alison because of her reviews on YELP. I had been going to someone that I was very happy with, but annoyed that she raised her price by $35.00 without telling me before hand. I only found out when I called about my credit card charge. At any rate, without going into detail, I want you to know that it's three weeks after Alison did my Electrolysis and I still have unattractive red spots around my chin. When I called her, she nonchalantly told me it is common place and in time, it would heal. It never has. I've never had this happen before. My advice is not to go here. read more

Alison is a great professional. I am so glad I found her and with her help managed to control hair growth. She is kind and experienced and will tell you the truth of electrolysis especially in the light of all laser hair removal promises that have popped up everywhere. If you have hair growth that is hormone related, don't think twice, electrolysis is your best friend, and so is Alison. :) read more

Works too fast and rushed. I don't feel like she does a thorough job. Not worth it. So tough to find a good electrolysis tech.

I don't understand all the good reviews here. Take one step into her work space and you will see. It's filthy and depressing. I'm not sure I even saw her get out a clean needle because she rushed me into her chair. She was not friendly at all and I had to force a consultation before she got started and rushed me back out the door. I left feeling gross and would not return. read more

I've been coming to Alison for a year and a few months now. I get my lower chin area as well as my upper lip done. I've definitely seen a HUGE difference in the hair growth! It's definitely thinned out a lot as well as not so much hair growth as before. It works WAY better than waxing and threading. When I would thread it was every week and since transitioning over to electrolysis I used to get a session at Alison's every 3 weeks and now I'm able to come in for a session every 5 to 6 weeks. The areas I get done, the skin has definitely brightened up and I get so much compliments on my skin. Not as much ingrown hairs. I definitely did a lot of research before starting the process to educate myself and I'm glad to have found great electrologists at this location. They're ALL really nice and Alison is definitely responsive and reassuring. Every time I come for a session it takes less and less time. So that means it's working, just be patient! I do recommend getting numbing cream because it does make the process that much smoother (less pain). Oh, and sunscreen to cover the areas getting treated! Thank you so much Alison and team! read more

I was so happy that I was referred to Alison! She was so patient and so kind to me, and SO very good at her job!! I received satisfying results in little time. I would say she is the BEST in town- and I've tried a few places. read more

I've been going to Alison for over 3 years now, & I plan on never stopping. She's completely transformed my skin, especially after the damages of laser. She's not only wonderful to be around but she is lighting fast, very well priced, entirely pain-free and delightful and light to be around. I actually look forward to going to her sessions. She has a very holistic approach and even uses natural witch hazel wipes instead of anything harsh on your skin. She's gentle and makes you feel incredibly safe and taken care of. She really knows her stuff and I wouldn't trust anyone else. I would be a lost cave woman without her help. I MORE than highly recommend her. read more

First of all, electrolysis IS THE ONLY PERMANENT HAIR REMOVAL. And Alison is committed to your permanent hair removal! I can really tell this. She's not in the business for repeat clients, she's in it to fulfill her client's needs and that's what gets her the repeat business. I did a good deal of research, questions, consumer reviews etc. before choosing a place and this is a great fit for me. Alison is responsive, flexible with scheduling - specifically, when I work long hours, she's happy to come or stay late. In this town, availability and flexibility are so valuable! She is really direct and shares your goals. She works quickly and efficiently yet is gentle and you'll see that she is concerned about your skin and what you need and want. Also she is not judgmental at all about the human body or the hair on it. She's just really comfortable to be around, while professional, and has gotten my chin, upper lip, auriolas, tummy. I keep thinking of more areas to tackle! I have noticed in 3 visits, less regrowth! Halleluejah!!! If you've plucked, waxed or lasered as I have for years - you've paid to create repeat hair growth cycles. This can take a couple repeat electro sessions to eliminate permanently. (Oh the money I've thrown away on laser and wax that just made it worse! In comparison, electrolysis isn't a cheap service but is actually less per visit for me, yet it is many times cheaper because of the permanence.) We started with a 30 minute session and we are now at 15 minute sessions - even with the new areas I keep adding. So that's already great value. I honestly couldn't be happier. Its slightly painful but I found laser worse. At best its like plucking, at worst its a reminder you're alive. I always say it feels like going to battle but actually winning. I also want to state that sometimes, if there's only one or two reviews of a service on Yelp, I tend to assume they are friends of the business. So just as a disclaimer to show my lack of bias: I don't know Alison from before I went for her service, I just like her work and her light, friendly, direct, non-judgemental conduct. I hope that's helpful. One of the greatest things about Alison is that you don't feel she is trying to upsell you, ever. In fact, I wish she did have a few post-treatment products to sell and she says they're on the way. The place is really well located on Pico...near a fire station (!), but it is up the stairs and 'round the back so you'll need to know that. Also, its good to plan ahead - cash or check accepted only. ATMs are down the block but that's not really convenient if you're rushed to get to your appointment. The only thing I can think of as a con: While she's treating you, (read: killing those little buggers dead), you're looking up at the ceiling and its just boring old dusty stucco. You'll get to know it pretty well. But the actual location is a lovely little whole-body holistic center. Enjoy! read more

I was a waxing addict. It made my skin -well, yucky. Luckily, one day I walked into a random hair salon, where Alison rented space. The salon owner recommended that I talk with Alison (thanks random salon lady!!) That was like 4 years ago. And since I have been happily seeing results from a professional and friendly person. She is now at a new place that offer other holistic services i.e. massages, aromatherapy. CONS: pain - eh what can you do. It hurts. Some people more than others. But trust me it is totally bearable. I have been known to fall asleep after a long day's work. PROS: It works - i saw results after the first few sessions; Knowledgeable - this girl knows what she's doing. Day 1 she will explain why it works, what that other stuff doesn't, tells you what NOT to do, what to do Comfortable - like I said, it does hurt but Alison makes it a friendly comfy environment. Want to chat? She'll chat with you. Want to work thru in silence? She will work diligently when you take a silent break from your surely crazy life. She's organic - all natural products for her clients. No weird chemicals here, natural products, like witchhazel, are used. Genuine concern - this is more than a job for Alison, she cares about her clients and she wants you to be happy and satisfied. One more: I have brought my mother; you will only bring your momma if you are totally sure about the service, right!!! read more

I went to Alison twice. She's a nice girl and all, but I can't so for the money that I was completely satisfied. Pros: Easy to make appointments. Easy to find location. She answers all of your questions and you leave fully understanding the benefits of electrolysis versus laser, etc. Cons: I paid almost as much for my second session of 15 minutes as I paid for my first session of 40 minutes. I don't know anyone who charges $50 for 15 minutes. The bathroom lacked toilet tissue and should be cleaner for a place that caters to women. Lots of scab marks, but that's probably with anyone. Minimally painful. read more

Taking the first step with electrolysis is daunting... It took me a long time to take that step and I first spent hours on the computer doing research on the process and the various technicians in image crazy Los Angeles... I finally decided on Alison and she is wonderful! Allison walked me through every step and answered all of my questions. She took the time to walk me through each step and how it differed from other methods of hair removal. She was very kind and reassuring and I immediately felt comfortable with her. She saw that I was nervous, and was very reassuring during my session, keeping me distracted and keeping the pain to a minimum. Also, of great importance to me was Allison's availability. I was able to get an appointment the very week I called, which was a major plus considering other places on yelp never even returned my emails. The office is conveniently located in West LA, and is immaculate and comfortable. It's always a pleasure when I visit Alison as she is easy to be around and fun to talk to. If you are serious about the treatment and consider yourself a demanding customer, this is your best choice. Allison is a very skilled and experienced technician and I would recommend her to anyone thinking about getting electrolysis. I've had great results, and the whole experience has been great! I am thrilled to have found her.I Would highly recommend Alison. read more

I love Allison! she's SO good at her job. At first, I went to do electrolysis at another place in Brentwood and the lady spent 1.5 hours to do what Allison finishes in 15 minutes! and then the lady told me to wax and thread the remaining hairs, which Allison (and every other hair expert) will tell you that actually stimulates the hair and causes more regrowth. If I would have stuck with her, she would have still been working on the same area after 10 years. I'm so happy I was referred to Allison. I almost don't want to spread the word about her because I want to make sure I'm always able to have an appointment. But I just can't believe other electrolygists in the area spend so much time on one area, and don't actually try to help the client. trust me, you won't be disappointed with her! she's so fast at her job and makes sure she gets every hair. read more

What can I say about Electrolysis? It's A-MAZING! It's really been life changing for me. I've been seeing Alison for over a year now and she has changed my life. I will never go back to waxing or threading. Electrolysis has been so much better for my skin. I was a bit worried about the skin around my eyes from years of waxing. I found out that each I time I waxed, I was pulling off a fresh layer of skin cells, which can cause the skin to sag (yikes). My tanned skin also makes me a poor candidate for Laser Hair Removal. So I decided to give Electrolysis a try. I should mention that I'm a complete pansy when it comes to pain - so I was scared. But it really is about the same amount of discomfort from threading, which is minimal. Now I have beautiful, full eyebrows and I don't have to worry about aging my skin (thank god). Alison is a highly skilled Electrologist and really cares about her business. I love coming to see her. She is very knowledgeable about skincare but also has the artistic talents of Da Vinci when it comes to eyebrow shaping. I trust her 1000x and I will not see anyone else! Thanks so much for making me a happy, confident customer!! read more

Been going to Alison for a little over a year now and my hair is almost gone! I'm so happy and she's so sweet. I have a crazy schedule and she's always amazing at accommodating me. I have referred many friends to her and everyone's had a great experience. Customer for life! read more

I have been seeing Alison for about 3 years. She is great. She is very accommodating with my hectic and unpredictable schedule. Also, she's very effective. I no longer have hair growing in spots that she has worked on for a while. She is also realistic about the client's expectations and would never tell a lie. She is very down to earth. I feel lucky to have found her. I highly reccommend Alison. read more

The knowledge that I've gained from working with Alison has been life-changing. What I knew about hair was completely wrong! I use to carry a tweezer every day and obsess about my hair. The day we started working together is the day I put down my tweezer for life. Thank you!! read more

I really didn't want to write a review because I don't want anyone else to get my appointment times :) Alison is beyond wonderful to work with. She makes you feel comfortable and at ease during the procedure. She is very thorough and after almost two months I can see a significant difference! I still have a ways to go but am very pleased with all of the sessions and money spent. In the past I have tweezed, waxed, lasered, threaded, etc and nothing has ever given me more than 3-4 days of a semi hair free life. Since going to Alison, I have been able to not only throw away any hair removal items but I also don't have hair regrowth until the day before the next session. And that regrowth is very minimal. It's such a wonderful feeling and is well worth it if you have been fighting unwanted hair for a good portion of your life. Thank you Alison, I will be forever grateful! read more

Of all the electrologists I've been to, Alison does the best electrolysis in LA. She works on a variety of areas including chin, sideburns hair and legs. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for quick and effective hair loss treatment. read more

I went last Monday for the first time and I was very, very pleased with Alison. I found her through Yelp and called her and could not leave a msg on her cell but she saw my number and she called me back! I had a 15min electrolysis session on the chin and jaw line area. I was very pleasantly impressed with Alison. A nice girl, she worked fast and very proficiently . Nice clean place, too., smelled and felt good. The procedure did not hurt, just a tiny annoyance. I iced the area soon after I was finished and put a little hydrocortisone and within a couple of hours all the irritation was gone. It is too early to talk about results but so far so good. I have mostly what it is called "peach fuzz" and a few longer dark hairs that stick out on the chin and on the jaw line. I did not want to start plucking them and so all these years I was cutting them with scissors. I tried to do laser but could not. I have been doing laser hair removal for legs and bikini at Prolase in Tarzana and had asked them several times to do my face but they refused because they believed that, in my case, laser would promote more facial hair growth. I am not blaming them, they were being honest. Thank you fellow yelpers for recommending this place for electrolysis. I plan to keep going back until it is no longer needed. Oh, I parked on Pico and Alison guided me over the phone on how to find the place because it is on the 2nd floor and could not find the staircase. read more

My husband and I both love Alison! She is super fast and very accommodating with our hectic schedules. We've been seeing her for years.

Alison is the best electrologist and the only one I will go to. I started seeing her when I lived in Los Angeles and she really helped me after my skin was destroyed from laser. She is affirming, validating, genuine and will be your advocate throughout what seems like a scary and uncertain journey. Moving from LA was a hard decision for me because I knew I wouldn't be able to see Alison regularly. Since then, I've lived in Washington, D.C. and New York City and have not been able to find an electrologist who matches Alison's caliber. Not only is she fantastic at electrolysis (she uses the top notch technology and specializes in the best modality), she is also someone I trust to go to for other health and personal concerns as well. She's holistic and natural and gives great recommendations and advice. Let me just put it this way. She's someone you want to have in your life whether it involves electrolysis or not. read more

I wanted to wait a bit before I made my final verdict. Alison is great! Ice been going for a little over a year now and her 'job' is mainly done. She doesn't try to upsell you, scare you, or create a circumstance where you become a client for life cuz the problem never solves. She solves the problem. She's also friendly, and helpful when it comes to any beauty and health advice. Highly recommended. read more

I was happy in the beginning. Alison is definitely knowledgeable. Her hours are sporadic and random and she is very "loose" with her appt times. Texting last minute to change the time or adjust the start. I could manage that until I tried to do the same thing and she became very aggressive and suddenly had a "24 hour cancellation policy" and will "charge full fee" which made no sense since she does not take or hold a credit card. Very bad feeling and so I will not return. I have since been other places and her prices are well above average. read more

After years of being frustrated and disgusted with the hair on my face and chin I finally decided to try electrolysis. I've tried laser, waxing,threading even clipping each hair with little scissors.Boyfriends would lovingly stroke my face and I would literally cringe inside. Waxing and threading left me with ingrown hairs that were dark and looked like pimples. It was bad! Finding Alyson and sticking with my treatments was the best thing I could've ever done. My skin is now flawless and hairless. It took a year of consistency. All I have to do now is go every few months for a little touch up. IT WORKS read more

Allison has a wonderful bedside manner and presence BUT i went to her for a year and a half and was extremely unhappy. Very painful and almost no results. Facilities are awful also. No waiting room, you have to sit outside on the stairs, and she was late for 95% of our appointments (which is annoying because you have to pay for parking on the street and I always had to triple my meter time knowing my 15 min appointment would be more like 35 because it started late). Went to other electrolysis people since, who have better facilities and far more thorough aftercare treatments for the same price and are also punctual. Sad I wasted so much time and money here. read more

Found Alison through Yelp. I wanted to be done with having my eyebrows tweezed, threaded, waxed, etc. I knew you can't laser it out as i have had done on my legs and underarms so I thought i was going to have to wait for new technology until I found Alison. She is very knowledgeable and patient. I phoned first; we spoke for a little while and she walked me through the process, what to expect, frequency of treatment, etc. She has not disappointed me; I have seen her abt 5 times. She is good at shaping the brow which I thought would be a big problem (of course, burning me in the eye would be a bigger problem). I will see her tomorrow again and I am almost done with my brows. The only thing I experience is a little swelling on the brow area which I already expected. It goes away in a day. No scars, no burning, and I am almost free from this repetitive annoyance which is to have the brows done. This is not a paid review. She deserves this review for being honest and doing the work well! 'Nough said!! read more

I can't say enough good stuff - about Alison or electrolysis! Like many others, I literally have been trying everything out there for YEARS to get rid of the dark and light hairs on my face - and I had a TON of both. It's something I've struggled with since my teens and had resorted to literally hiding my face every time I found myself in direct sunlight. It seems like a silly thing, but the amount of confidence and general peace of mind gained since starting with Alison has been priceless - a huge feeling of freedom!! There was a difference from day one and I am so thankful I found her. If you're on the fence about trying this and whether it will work for you, stop hesitating and call her - you won't regret it!!! read more

I am so glad I found Alison! She was professional, understanding and takes the time with you each and every visit. Electrolysis was one of the best decisions I made for my skin. I had been waxing and shaving since a teenager and was tired of what it was doing to my skin. My skin now is better and the treatments are amazing in getting rid of any unwanted hair! If you go anywhere for electrolysis it has to be with Alison! read more

I recommend electrolysis with Alison to anyone looking for permanent hair removal! After years of waxing, I needed to try something that was more permanent. Alison explains the electrolysis process. First, I started electrolysis for my sideburn area, then after seeing the results, I started my chin and lip areas. I've now cleared those areas, and am working on finishing electrolysis on my arms. After only a few visits you will notice the effectiveness of electrolysis. Alison is conveniently located in West Los Angeles, has flexible hours and is affordable. I recommend Alison without reservation! read more

I did a lot of research for electrolysis to make sure I chose the right place. I ended up choosing Alison because she was prompt and returned my phone call without me even having to leave a message. When I spoke with her, I asked questions and she responded with the best answers that made me believe she knew exactly what she was talking about. She was really quick with the treatment and I felt the hour was well worth it. I felt comfortable and satisfied that I went to her. I left the place not having any regrets. The best service are with people that have done it themselves. She is smart and so nice. You will have no regrets choosing her. read more