Electrolysis Hair Removal

Electrolysis Hair Removal

Electrolysis hair removal is also considered as one of the permanent hair removal methods. It can also be a painful procedure because it uses electrical shock in destroying the hair follicles in order to remove the unwanted hair. However, the pain is quite subjective since there have been people who did not experience severe pain during the process.

Despite of the pain, there are still many folks who choose electrolysis hair removal instead of laser. One of its advantages is that it is a much better procedure for people with dark skin, and for people with grey or blond hair.

Electrolysis was first used in 1875 by an ophthalmologist named Dr. Charles E. Michael on a patient with ingrown eyelash. The procedure has been modified since then so it can be applied in removing unwanted hair on other parts of the body.

Electrolysis hair removal involves using an epilator needle which is used to direct electro-chemical currents and/or short-wave radio frequencies into one hair follicle at a time. This is done one hair follicle at a time and according to its depth, direction of growth and thickness. The electric current attacks the dermal papilla which then destroys the hair follicle. A specialized probe is used to pierce the follicle and the hair is pulled out using forceps.

Electrolysis Hair Removal

The American Medical Association and Food and Drug Administration recognize electrolysis hair removal as the only permanent method for hair removal. It usually has minimal to zero side effects. As mentioned earlier, the pain involved is subjective. There have been reported incidences of pain during electrolysis, but it is generally a tingling pain without blood loss. And it can be prevented with topical anesthesia.

Electrolysis hair removal needs a number of sessions to complete since it only targets growing hair. If you choose to undergo this procedure, be prepared for 15 to 30 sessions. The price for a 30-minute session is approximately $45; thus the high cost.

The need to remove unwanted hair can really be exhausting and expensive. But do try to look at the positive side of each procedure especially electrolysis hair removal. There may be hear-says and other word-of-mouth myths, the decision is still up to you. One thing you can do is to talk to your derma or go to a salon that expertly do this procedure so you’ll get a better understanding before you decide.

Electrolysis Hair Removal

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