The following
information is provided by the
American
Electrology Association:
1. What is electrology?
Electrology is the
science of permanent hair removal utilizing only solid needle/probe
devices. A fine sterile needle/probe is inserted into the hair
follicle and a small amount of electrical energy is discharged which
destroys the hair growth tissue. When this is competently and
skillfully accomplished, the regenerative ability of the hair
follicle is permanently eliminated.
It's the best solution for Dallas men wanting to remove unwanted
hair.
2. What are the three basic
methods used in the practice of electrology?
Electrolysis ---
Direct current (DC), is used to achieve chemical destruction of the
hair follicle. One or more sterile needles/probes are used.
Thermolysis ---
Alternating current (AC), sometimes referred to as high frequency or
shortwave, is used to create heat which destroys the hair follicle.
One sterile needle/probe is used.
The Blend (also
referred to as Dual Modality) --- Both of the above currents are
used simultaneously or sequentially to achieve dual action
destruction of the hair follicle. Most often, a single sterile
needle/probe is used for this procedure..
3. Why should I choose
electrology over other hair removal methods?
Electrology is The
Permanent Choice.
Laser vs. Electrology:
Electrology works on all colors of hair
and all skin types/complexions with no risk of burning or scarring.
Electrology is best for shaping areas such as eyebrows, beard lines
and chest lines. Electrology is permanent hair removal, laser
is permanent hair reduction. Follow
this link
for more information from the Food and Drug Administration.
Waxing or
Threading vs. Electrology:
Waxing and threading
will remove all of the visible hair, but can result in skin problems
including ingrown hair. To keep your skin clear, waxing must be done
frequently forever.
Electrology is The Permanent Choice.
Tweezing vs.
Electrology:
Tweezing is easy to
do, and inexpensive too. However hair can become coarser from the
repeated tweezing and skin problems including ingrown hair can
result.
Electrology is The Permanent Choice.
Depilatories
vs. Electrology:
Depilatories will
remove the hair by dissolving it with a chemical. This can result in
a chemical burning of the skin.
Electrology is The Permanent Choice.
Shaving vs.
Electrology:
Shaving is
inexpensive and easy. However, the hair will grow fast and feel
coarse.
Electrology is The Permanent Choice.
4. Do electrologists
follow appropriate Infection Control Precautions?
The American
Electrology Association (AEA) has written Standards for Infection
Control in the electrology practice following the most recent
material on infection control from the Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC), the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), and the Association for Practitioners in
Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC). The consumer of
electrology treatments should request information from the
electrologist about the Standard Precautions used. Standard
Precautions includes hand washing, the use of gloves, sterilization
of critical items used in electrology treatments, the proper
disinfection of semi-critical and non-critical items, and the proper
cleaning of environmental surfaces.
5. How many treatments
are required?
The number of
treatments necessary varies with each patient/client. Factors such
as hair growth cycles, the quantity and structure of hair presented,
previous use of temporary hair removal methods, heredity, hormone
function, normal physiologic changes, certain medications and stress
influence the treatment program for each individual. It is very
important to adhere to the recommended treatment schedule to achieve
optimum results in the shortest time frame. Some improvement should
be observed within several months after initiating treatment,
provided the patient adheres to the recommended treatment schedule.
6. Are all hairs
eliminated in one treatment or is regrowth to be expected?
Deep, coarse hairs
cannot always be eliminated with one treatment; thus, breaking down
the hair germ cells may require additional treatments. During the
course of treatment and due to the cyclic nature of hair growth, new
hairs as well as hairs emerging from a dormant phase will also be
treated and may be visible the same time as finer regrowth hairs.
7. What is the normal
growth cycle of a hair?
All hairs have
differing cycles of growth and are not visible on the surface of the
skin at the same time. Hair normally grows for its usual cycle and
then naturally sheds and replaces itself. Following active growing
periods, most hair follicles go into a dormant stage. The period of
dormancy may last for an indefinite period of time, however,
replacement hairs usually appear within 3 to 12 months. The
appearance of these coarse replacement hairs from dormant hair
follicles should not be mistaken as regrowth from previously treated
follicles.
8. Is electrology
uncomfortable?
Clients frequently report that
electrolysis is more comfortable than laser or waxing. It is
impossible, however, to destroy hair growth tissue without
sensation because each hair follicle is surrounded by its own
network of nerve endings. The sensation, which may be felt, is
assurance that destructive activity is taking place. Even though
some parts of the body are more sensitive than others, adjustments
can be made which helps to make the treatment more comfortable.
9. Does electrology
have any side effects on the skin?
Immediately following
treatment, there may be a slight redness and/or swelling which
usually disappears within a few hours. Occasionally, small
whiteheads or tiny scabs may occur. When electrology is administered by a qualified electrologist using
state-of-the-art technology and techniques, the results are most
satisfactory.
10. Can unwanted hair be
removed from anywhere on the body?
Unwanted hair can be
safely removed from most body areas. The most common areas of hair
removal requested by Dallas men include
the hairline, bridge of nose, eyebrows, cheeks, neck, shoulders, abdomen,
pubic area, back and chest. The inside of the ears and nose should not be
treated.
11. Can hairs be
removed from moles?
State licensing laws
and/or some general liability insurance policies may prohibit
removal of hair from moles. In cases where neither of the above
restrictions exists, your electrologist may require written approval
from your physician.
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