Meet Zeta
Zeta's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Zeta (she/her) is a trans woman working part-time, often receiving as few as four hours a week. Living with fibromyalgia, full-time work isn’t physically possible, and she’s currently pursuing disability benefits. Despite her best efforts, Zeta sometimes struggles to pay the bills and worries about losing electricity or housing.
Facial hair has been a major source of dysphoria. Shaving is painful and ineffective—hair grows back within hours, and her sensitive skin is often left irritated and raw. Razors are costly, especially when she’s already stretching her budget just to afford groceries. The constant stubble and visible hair are a daily reminder of the discomfort she feels in her body.
Access to gender-affirming hair removal would bring much-needed relief and confidence to Zeta’s life, allowing her to focus on healing and living more fully as her authentic self.
Zeta's timeline
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Award Granted
April 12, 2025
Zeta was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
Grant details
$2,000 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Hair Removal: Femme Award
On average, it costs $2,300+ for Zeta's care.
- What is it?
- Before care
- After care
What is it?
Point of Pride provides grants to trans femme people seeking hair removal on their face, neck, or an area of the body in preparation for bottom surgery.
What is life like for a person who needs this care?
For trans femme folks, particularly trans femmes of color, access to facial hair removal often equates to safety against anti-trans violence or discrimination. It's common for applicants to note issues with employment and public safety, particularly if their facial hair is dark or thick. Electrolysis and laser hair removal services are often deemed cosmetic and therefore not covered by health insurance plans.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
Access to hair removal often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, increased safety when in public, and better opportunities at employment and more.