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Hair and skin assessment
We assess hair calibre, area, barrier health, pigmentation risk, sensitivity, medicines and previous hair-removal reactions.
Skin & Facial Treatments · George
Alkaline Wash
Professional treatment planning begins with an individual skin assessment, a discussion of suitability and clear expectations.
Professional pH Revision Treatment
A specialised approach to fine, downy hair.
Alkaline Wash is a professional high-pH treatment used to soften and dissolve suitable fine hair at and near the skin surface. It may be considered for facial or body hair that is too fine or lacks sufficient pigment for some light-based hair-reduction technologies.
The product temporarily changes the skin’s pH and affects keratin, so it is not a routine depilatory cream. Application must be performed by a trained practitioner, visually monitored throughout, removed at the correct point and followed immediately by the prescribed neutralising and barrier-support protocol.
Alkaline Wash is a professional hair-removal treatment designed to soften and remove fine, downy facial hair from the skin’s surface. It is particularly suited to delicate areas where traditional waxing or laser treatments may not be appropriate.
Each treatment is performed with care and tailored to your skin’s needs, helping to leave the complexion feeling smoother and more refined. A consultation will determine whether Alkaline Wash is suitable for your skin type and treatment goals.
Best considered for
Fine, downy hair
Method
Professional high-pH dissolution
Essential step
Immediate neutralisation
Alkaline Wash or Laser?
Different methods for different types of hair.
Laser hair reduction relies partly on pigment within the hair and is often better suited to coarse, darker growth. Alkaline Wash can be considered for suitable fine or lightly pigmented hair, but it dissolves hair rather than targeting the follicle with light. Neither approach is automatically appropriate for every person or area.
Your Treatment Journey
Careful observation—not a fixed treatment time.
Hair type, skin condition, treatment area and previous response guide suitability and application. Coarse hair may require another method.
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Protected preparation
Surrounding hair and areas that must not be treated are protected. The professional mixture is prepared immediately before use.
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Monitored application
The alkaline mixture is applied in the direction of growth, kept appropriately moist and continuously observed until suitable hair has softened and dissolved.
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Neutralise and restore
The product is removed gently and the professional neutralising and barrier-support steps follow immediately. Personalised home care is then explained.
Consultation & Safety
High-pH treatment demands trained application and recovery care.
The alkaline action can irritate or injure unsuitable skin. Treatment proceeds only where the barrier is considered healthy enough and the practitioner can safely monitor the area.
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Before treatment
Disclose allergies, medicines, prescription skin products, recent waxing or procedures, abnormal healing and any dermatitis, infection, sunburn, open wound, active eruption or significant irritation. Treatment may need to wait.
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Possible reactions
Redness, sensitivity, dryness, tightness, irritation and some scabbing can occur. More significant reactions can include blistering, chemical injury, infection or post-inflammatory changes in pigmentation.
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Protect recovering skin
Do not pick, scrub, wax or apply unapproved active products. Avoid heat and unnecessary sun exposure, use the advised barrier care and apply broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to know before Alkaline Wash.
Individual assessment determines whether this specialised hair-removal method is suitable for your skin and hair.
How does Alkaline Wash remove hair?
Its high-pH action softens and dissolves keratin within suitable hair. The product is then removed and the skin is neutralised according to protocol.
Which hair is it best suited to?
It is commonly considered for fine, downy facial or body hair, including lightly pigmented hair that may not suit laser. Very coarse hair may not be appropriate.
Is the hair removed permanently?
No permanent outcome can be guaranteed. The visible hair is dissolved, while future regrowth and any progressive change vary between individuals.
Is it the same as hair-removal cream?
No. This is a stronger professional pH-revision protocol requiring trained preparation, continuous visual monitoring, prompt removal and immediate neutralisation.
What downtime may occur?
Redness, irritation, sensitivity, dryness or small areas of scabbing may occur. Recovery varies with skin, area and treatment response.
Can it be used on eyebrows or eyelids?
No. Eyebrows and the hairline must be protected because the product can dissolve hair, and it must not be used on the eyelids.
Begin With Assessment
The right hair-removal method starts with the right assessment.
Book a consultation at MC Aesthetics in George to assess your hair, skin and whether Alkaline Wash or another treatment is more appropriate.
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