About Hilltop Electrolysis & Laser

How it all began!

I didn’t start Hilltop Electrolysis & Laser because I liked beauty. I started it because I knew what it felt like to hide.

I began struggling with facial hair at puberty. My mom, a beautiful Irish redhead with NO hair anywhere,  didn’t  have any experience in removing unwanted hair and really didn’t understand how severe it felt for me, so I did what so many people do: all the wrong things. Shaving, waxing, plucking, bleaching you name it I did it! . By the time I finally found an electrologist, my moustache (lovingly) could have given Burt Reynolds  a run for his money. I didn’t feel feminine in the way I wanted to, and hair became this heavy, quiet shame I carried around.

Electrolysis changed everything. Bi-weekly appointments slowly gave me my confidence back. So when my electrologist announced she was moving across the country; with half my moustache still living its best life, I panicked! She saw it on my face and said, “You’d make an amazing electrologist. You’re empathetic, patient, and you get it.” That tiny sentence cracked something open. When I couldn’t find anyone within 100 km to continue my treatments, I did the wild thing: I went to school, bought a machine, and cleared the rest of my own ladystache. Most people thought I was crazy and it would just be another “hobby”.

At the time, I was working in the school system, supporting students—including many 2SLGBTQ+ youth—who just wanted to feel safe, seen, and respected in their own skin. That work never left me. When I opened Hilltop in 2016 (with zero formal business experience and a whole lot of stubborn determination), I built it on the same foundation: advocacy, safety, and dignity for every person who walks through the door.

Hilltop started with just me in a small studio and has grown into an award-winning, trusted space clients travel to from all over Ontario. Along the way, I’ve made mistakes, learned hard lessons, cried over spreadsheets, questioned myself more than once and kept going, because the “why” never changed for me. Today, I’m lucky to have an incredible team beside me: kind, skilled humans who share the same values and treat every client like they matter. Because they do.

Giving back is part of who we are. Every year, we take on pro bono and reduced fee cases for people who truly need help navigating, gender-affirming care, hormonal conditions like PCOS, or situations where hair is more than “cosmetic.” We support causes close to our hearts, including ongoing charitable donations and community initiatives, because this business only exists thanks to the trust of the community around us.

I’m endlessly grateful for my family who backed my “wild” idea to become an entrepreneur, for the clients who chose Hilltop when it was just a dream, and for every person who lays in our beds now. Hilltop is more than a studio; it’s the place I needed when I was that younger version of me, hiding my face. Now I get to help make sure you don’t have to hide yours.

YOU belong Here💜

Much Love 

Brookes Brown 

Brookes Brown

Owner | Operator: Hilltop Electrolysis & Laser

Owner|Educator Canadian School of Electrolysis established in 2024

Chairperson- Federation of Electrolysis Association Ontario 2022- 2024

Vice Chair Person - Federation of Electrolysis Association Ontario 2019-2022

Brookes transitioned from the Education sector to the field of Electrolysis in 2016. A determined, bright woman who excelled in all aspects of the field, became a small business owner in her hometown of Cobourg, Ontario located in Northumberland County.

Always a believer in education and self-improvement, Brookes is often found in a classroom taking courses, seminars and workshops to keep her skill set growing.

Brookes has worked to obtain a certificates & diploma's in:

• Electrolysis 2016 - She became a C.P.E. Electrologist in 2019
• Sugarist with Alexandria Body Sugaring
• Thermocoagulation (Skin irregularities removal)
• Laser Technician
• Skin Therapist
• Eye Brow shaping
• Microblading (although never added this service to Hilltop)

Hilltop Electrolysis is an established (2016), and respected award winning clinic in the community, bringing clients from all over Ontario for specialized service plans. The clinic proudly offers all clients a safe, inclusive, and respectful space. Following ALL public health guidelines and sterile techniques. Updated Green Pass Certified signage is displayed. BBB.org accredited electrolysis business.

Hilltop services now include Specialized facials using high frequency technology, Micro-Needling, and most recently Chemical Peels. Each service is customized to meet the needs and goals of the clients skin.

In the year 2019, Brookes took on the role of the Vice Chairperson and in 2022 she became the Chairperson of the Federation of Electrolysis Association (F.C.E.A) Ontario Chapter. Embracing this role, at times connects back to the education field as she often visits Electrolysis schools across Ontario. Speaking and engaging with graduating students, encouraging them to pursue their dreams. Representing the F.C.E.A at Esthetic Spa Shows, and engaging with peers at conferences has allowed Brookes to continue to learn and help educate others. Brookes enjoys spending some of her free time mentoring new electrologist and is currently working on a mentoring program to aid new electrologist in the beginning phase of their careers.

Brooke Paxton

Brooke brings a unique mix of electrolysis expertise and healthcare experience to Hilltop Electrolysis, making her an exceptional manager and certified electrologist. With a background in healthcare, Brooke has a strong foundation in patient care, safety protocols, and infection control. Her experience as a healthcare manager included leading committees to improve operations, support employee wellness, and enhance patient experiences, all while upholding the highest standards of care through her PIDAC certification.

Known for her welcoming and supportive personality, Brooke works closely with clients to make their hair removal journey successful and rewarding. She is passionate about helping people feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. Dedicated to staying current with new techniques, Brooke strives to provide the best possible service in a warm, inclusive environment where lasting client relationships can grow.

As a leader both professionally and personally, Brooke is committed to creating positive change, ensuring every client leaves Hilltop Electrolysis feeling cared for, empowered, and satisfied.

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Dani

With a background in nursing and a heart for helping people feel truly comfortable in their own skin, Dani brings a gentle, down to earth energy to every treatment. She’s the kind of person who remembers the little details, listens closely, and makes you feel instantly at ease the moment you step into her room. Her medical experience means your care is always safe, precise, and thoughtful but it’s her warmth, compassion, and quick wit that turn an appointment into a visit with someone you trust.

Dani is dedicated to ongoing education and the highest standards of practice, always fine tuning her skills so she can give her clients the best, most effective results. She’s detail oriented in all the right ways and has a spunky, welcoming personality that makes even nervous first-timers feel relaxed and confident. When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll find this busy boy mom curled up with a good book, out shopping for little treasures, or soaking up the sunshine whenever she gets the chance.

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