What's Electrolysis Hair Removal
The electrolysis procedure employs a needle that directs electric or
radio wave energy to the hair follicle one follicle at a time. The
energy destroys the follicle and the hair does not grow back.
There
may be slight pain associated with this procedure. If after your
consultation you find that you are not a candidate for laser hair
removal electrolysis may be an alternative.
Electrolysis Hair Removal
- History In l875 an ophthalmologist, Dr. Charles E. Michael,
discovered a way to remove an ingrown eyelash from a patient. Dr.
Michael��s method has been improved upon and modified. Today the
process of electrolysis is recognized as a safe, permanent method of
hair removal on all parts of the face and body.
 Electrolysis Hair Removal
- How does Electrolysis work? With the process of electrolysis, using a
device called an epilator, every hair is individually treated according
to its depth, thickness and direction of growth. A pre-sterilized,
individual disposable probe (filament) is used only once for each
patient, insuring complete safety. The probe is inserted into the hair
follicle, which is actually a natural opening on the skin.
There is a slight tingling, warm sensation as a very small amount of
controlled electrical current cauterizes and destroys the dermal
papilla (hair matrix that controls the development and growth of the
hair). This causes the hair to become dislodged. A forceps is then used
to help the hair slide out effortlessly. There is no pulling sensation
when the procedure is performed properly. The skin is not harmed in any
way.
Electrolysis Hair Removal -
Is Electrolysis for me? Electrolysis is more effective in shaping
eyebrows and for people with very dark skin and/or light (blonde, white
or gray) hair than laser. Electrolysis is indeed an excellent, viable
means of permanent hair removal used by many for over 100 years.
Electrolysis hair removal is
a procedure for permanent hair removal. It involves the use of a needle
(epilator) that directs an electrical current to a single hair follicle
at a time. The electrologist uses a sterilized, disposable probe
(filament) to actually penetrate the hair follicle. After the
electrical current is applied to the hair follicle, the hair shaft can
be removed from the follicle. Hair does not grow back because the hair
root (dermal papilla) is permanently destroyed. Patients with light
skin or graying/blond hair, who are not good candidates for laser hair
removal, may get better results with electrolysis.
The concept of inserting a needle into hair follicles can be initially
intimidating. The "needle" is actually a very flexible instrument that
never pierces the skin. If properly performed, there is no blood with
electrolysis.
There can be some discomfort with
electrolysis but the degree of discomfort is relative to the patient's
individual tolerance. The level of electrical current can be adjusted
to achieve a painless procedure. By reducing the electrical current,
however, there are trade-offs in terms of the length of time to achieve
permanent hair removal. The risk of electrical shock only occurs if the
probe is improperly inserted into the hair follicle. Other risks
include infection from an unsterile needle and scarring resulting from
improper electrolysis procedures.
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