Permanent Hair Removal

The History of Electrolysis

Electrology or “electrolysis” originated in 1875 when ophthalmologist Dr. Charles Michel successfully accomplished permanent removal of inverted eyelashes by applying electric current to render the follicle incapable of reproducing hair. He shared his discovery with a colleague specializing in dermatology, William Hardaway M.D. who expanded application for the procedure.

Through advancements and refinements in equipment and technique electrolysis has become an available and affordable option for those seeking a practical solution for unwanted hair anywhere on the body!

Techniques

Presently the term "electrolysis" refers to three separate modalities commonly recognized as effecting permanent hair removal. These methods include "galvanic", "thermolysis", and "the blend", and each involves the insertion of a fine probe conductor into the hair follicle (a natural skin opening), brief application of current and epilation (removal) of the treated hair.

Proper insertion does not puncture the skin. Electricity is delivered to the follicle through the probe, which causes localized damage to the areas that generate hairs, either through the formation of caustic lye (galvanic method), overheating (thermolysis method), or both (blend method).

The galvanic current (DC) causes a chemical change in the tissue, thermolysis (AC) causes heat resulting from friction, and the blend combines the two currents and their effects on the tissue. Each technique has specific application and the professional electrologist determines which modality is needed for each individual.

Superiority to other methods

Electrolysis is the only true permanent hair removal method and the only permanent treatment recognized by the FDA.

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