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What is Electrolysis?
A micropulse of electricity targets the growth structure of the hair root. The hair shaft is released by the process and permanently removed. This is the tried-and-true solution, performed by both electrology professionals and healthcare providers.
Electrology is the science of permanent hair removal. Using state-of-the-art technology, a small amount of electricity is gently applied to the base of the hair follicle. This process destroys the hair growth tissue. Therefore, the regenerative ability of the hair follicle is permanently eliminated.
An electrologist inserts a very fine needle into the natural opening of the hair follicle alongside the hair shaft (keep in mind how tiny hairs are). Small amount of current is then applied to destroy the hair growth cells.
Medical electrolysis devices destroy the hair growth cells with chemical or heat energy. All modalities equally destroy hair growth cells that causes hair growth. The modality used is the preference of the professional electrologist.
There are three modalities used today that fall under the heading of electrolysis
- Galvanic or electrolysis is a chemical process. The current produces a chemical reaction in the hair follicle eliminating the hair growth cells. This method is widely used in the multiple needle galvanic electrolysis, utilizing up to 16 needles simultaneously.
- Thermolysis or short-wave produces heat. When this modality is used it heats and destroys the hair growth cells in the follicle. This modality can be utilized in two ways:
- Flash method of thermolysis uses high intensity current for less time in the follicle
- the current is used at lower intensity and longer timing.
- The blend method combines galvanic current with thermolysis current. Thermolysis heats up the chemical reaction in the follicle destroying hair growth cells.
Electrolysis for dark skin
If you’ve heard that your skin tone means that you are not a candidate for hair removal treatments, then you need to speak to me and book yourself a free consultation. I have specialized in dark skin hair removal for 25 years and my techniques areeffective on all skin colours and types of hair.