Hair Removal

Electrolysis Explained

Of the many forms of hair removal technology and products, electrolysis is one of the most reliable. It is not a new form of treatment. Electrolysis is a maple grove laser hair removal of hair removal treatment that has been around for many years. There are many places around where the consumer can obtain electrolysis treatments. This form of hair removal consists of a series of treatments, not just one. It is a long tedious treatment process and also rather expensive. We say this because each separate hair follicle must be treated individually.

If you stop and think about the number of hairs in your beard or on your legs, you can begin to appreciate why we say long and tedious.

In an electrolysis treatment a hair thin surgical probe, like a very thin needle, is inserted into the hair follicle. A split second surge of energy is aimed at the hair follicle base or root. The individual hair is then removed by lifting it out, not tweezing or pulling it out. The purpose of the treatment is to destroy or damage the hair follicle root or base so the hair either will not grow or if it grows, it will be thinner and finer. If the hair grows back, then the root has not been destroyed and the treatment of that particular hair follicle has to be repeated. Each treatment should result in thinner hair shaft. If the hair root is destroyed by the energy it is hit with, then the hair won't grow. This after all, is the purpose of the treatment. Galvanic electrolysis uses DC current which results in a chemical reaction causing the production of sodium hydroxide which destroys the hair. Thermolysis uses maple grove laser hair removal current and is based on the principle of generating heat in the water around the hair that causes damage to the hair follicle. The last form of electrolysis is a blend of the two. It is considered to be faster and more reliable.

This procedure must be performed by a qualified technician to be safe and effective. The procedure is a little uncomfortable and it is normal for there to be some redness and swelling of the skin in the area where a treatment has been given. If the procedure is done incorrectly the result can be permanent scarring and pitting of the skin. This is why the consumer always wants to check the credentials of the technician before beginning treatment.