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Electrolysis
Question - How Long Has Electrolysis Been Performed?
Answer - Research using electrolysis for the permanent removal of hair began in 1869 in St. Louis, Missouri. It was conducted by an ophthalmologist who wanted a safe, effective way to remove ingrown eyelashes which frequently led to blindness. The method was soon accepted by the medical community and then adapted for treatment of excess hair on other parts of the body. From that day until the present, the same basic technique has been used, only greatly improved and modernized.
Question - How Does Electrolysis Work?
Answer - A trained electrologist inserts a small metal probe into the fair follicle alongside the hair. A small amount of electrical current is then delivered to the probe by a sensitive electronic device called an epilator. Depending on the technique used, the electric current destroys the hair root either by heat or chemical action and in some methods by both at the same time.
Question - Are There Different Methods of Electrolysis?
Answer - There are three recognized modalities of electrolysis:
Question - Is Electrolysis Permanent?
Answer - Electrolysis has been shown to be permanent in over a century of use. Its permanency has been well recognized by knowledgeable physicians and is also testified to by hundreds of scientific articles published in medical literature. In addition to scientific recognition, there are over one million happy and satisfied persons who have solved a very personal and embarrassing problem with the help of electrolysis.
Question - Is Electrolysis Safe?
Answer - Electrolysis has a 120 year history of safety and effectiveness. We are not aware of one case of significant disease being caused or transmitted because of electrolysis.
Question - Is Electrolysis Painful?
Answer - Whether there is any discomfort during electrolysis is quite variable depending on a patient’s tolerance, machine settings, modality used, as well as other factors. During most treatments a definite sensation should be noticed. It has variously been described as a “slight heat”, “tingling” or stinging” sensation. Your electrologist is trained to work within the comfort tolerance of his/her patients. Don’t hesitate to let her know what you are feeling.
Question - Is Electrolysis Expensive?
Answer - Considering the intense physical effort required of the electrologist, as well as the equipment, office space, insurance, etc., the fees charged by electrologists are thought, by most, to be reasonable. Remember, the problem is being dealt with permanently and not just on a short term basis.
Answer - Research using electrolysis for the permanent removal of hair began in 1869 in St. Louis, Missouri. It was conducted by an ophthalmologist who wanted a safe, effective way to remove ingrown eyelashes which frequently led to blindness. The method was soon accepted by the medical community and then adapted for treatment of excess hair on other parts of the body. From that day until the present, the same basic technique has been used, only greatly improved and modernized.
Question - How Does Electrolysis Work?
Answer - A trained electrologist inserts a small metal probe into the fair follicle alongside the hair. A small amount of electrical current is then delivered to the probe by a sensitive electronic device called an epilator. Depending on the technique used, the electric current destroys the hair root either by heat or chemical action and in some methods by both at the same time.
Question - Are There Different Methods of Electrolysis?
Answer - There are three recognized modalities of electrolysis:
Galvanic (direct current) electrolysis - the hair is destroyed by chemical action.
Thermolysis (high frequency) electrolysis - the hair root is destroyed by heat production.
Blend electrolysis - a combination of the above two modalities where the hair root is destroyed by both heat and chemical action at the same time.
All three modalities are safe and effective. Your electrologist will choose the modality which is best for you.
Thermolysis (high frequency) electrolysis - the hair root is destroyed by heat production.
Blend electrolysis - a combination of the above two modalities where the hair root is destroyed by both heat and chemical action at the same time.
All three modalities are safe and effective. Your electrologist will choose the modality which is best for you.
Question - Is Electrolysis Permanent?
Answer - Electrolysis has been shown to be permanent in over a century of use. Its permanency has been well recognized by knowledgeable physicians and is also testified to by hundreds of scientific articles published in medical literature. In addition to scientific recognition, there are over one million happy and satisfied persons who have solved a very personal and embarrassing problem with the help of electrolysis.
Question - Is Electrolysis Safe?
Answer - Electrolysis has a 120 year history of safety and effectiveness. We are not aware of one case of significant disease being caused or transmitted because of electrolysis.
Question - Is Electrolysis Painful?
Answer - Whether there is any discomfort during electrolysis is quite variable depending on a patient’s tolerance, machine settings, modality used, as well as other factors. During most treatments a definite sensation should be noticed. It has variously been described as a “slight heat”, “tingling” or stinging” sensation. Your electrologist is trained to work within the comfort tolerance of his/her patients. Don’t hesitate to let her know what you are feeling.
Question - Is Electrolysis Expensive?
Answer - Considering the intense physical effort required of the electrologist, as well as the equipment, office space, insurance, etc., the fees charged by electrologists are thought, by most, to be reasonable. Remember, the problem is being dealt with permanently and not just on a short term basis.
