12 ASCP Fine Lines
Just Zap It
Tired of shaving, tweezing, and waxing?
Electrolysis is a permanent alternative
By Maggie Staszcuk
If you are looking for a permanent
alternative to the constant maintenance
of hair removal, consider electrolysis.
Electrolysis is a procedure that has been
around for decades and is a well-established
method of permanent hair removal. In fact,
electrolysis is the only FDA-approved and
effective method of permanent hair removal—
and it can be used on all types of hair and
skin tones.
HOW IT WORKS
Electrolysis works by inserting a tiny probe into the hair
follicle and emitting an electrical current to destroy the hair,
which then easily slides out with a pair of forceps. There are
three modalities of electrolysis: thermolysis (a high-frequency
current), galvanic current, and blend method (a combination of
the two). Depending on your needs, the electrologist may use
heat energy, chemical energy, or a combination of the two.
The thermolysis method uses an alternating high-
frequency current. As the current travels through the probe,
it causes water molecules in the surrounding tissue to vibrate
and generate heat. This heat causes electrocoagulation, which
destroys the root so the hair won't be able to grow back.
