Electrolysis
American Medical Center
Introducing Electrolysis
What is Electrolysis
Electrolysis is a procedure for permanent hair removal whereby an extremely fine needle or wire is inserted into the hair follicle without puncturing the skin,” explains board-certified dermatologist Michele Green. “An electric current travels down the probe to the follicle’s base, destroying it permanently and removing any existing hair.” The procedure can be done to any part of the body where unwanted hair is present, such as the face, legs, underarms, and bikini line.
Benefits of Electrolysis
- The effective and safe method that is clinically proven in eliminating hair permanently. The procedure is FDA approved and is fast gaining widespread popularity.
- By targeting the hair follicle, electrolysis is suited for all types of hair and skin. Electrolysis gets rid of thin, thick and coarse hair.
- Permanent hair removal with very few chances of growth in that area.
- No permanent side effects. Some patients will suffer slightly reddish skin that will return to normal after a short period of time.
- Ideal for the face in regions such as the forehead, cheek, chin, and upper lip.
Electrolysis Hair Removal
How Does Electrolysis work?
When that electric current travels down to the hair follicle, it zaps it dead, preventing a hair from ever growing there again. Laser hair removal, by contrast, “can only target hair follicles in the growth phase, and dormant hair follicles will not be affected, which is why multiple sessions are needed to achieve the best results,” says Green. The procedure is typically done by a licensed and trained electrologist.
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FAQ
Electrolysis is a procedure for permanent hair removal whereby an extremely fine needle or wire is inserted into the hair follicle without puncturing the skin, An electric current travels down the probe to the follicle’s base, destroying it permanently and removing any existing hair. The procedure can be done to any part of the body where unwanted hair is present, such as the face, legs, underarms, and bikini line.
When that electric current travels down to the hair follicle, it zaps it dead, preventing a hair from ever growing there again. Laser hair removal, by contrast, can only target hair follicles in the growth phase, and dormant hair follicles will not be affected, which is why multiple sessions are needed to achieve the best results. The procedure is typically done by a licensed and trained electrologist.
Electrolysis can cause some discomfort as the needle used during the treatment can sometimes produce a small pricking or pinching sensation. The level of discomfort varies greatly it totally depends on your pain tolerance. Think of it this way if you think waxing hurts like hell and laser hair removal is unbearable, electrolysis might not be for you. It is advised to use a topical lidocaine cream before the appointment to numb the treatment area and minimize discomfort associated with the procedure.
The duration of the treatment varies depending on the size of the area being treated and the amount of hair present. A significant drawback when it comes to electrolysis is that each session can be quite time-consuming. A small area, such as the upper lip, may take only 15-30 minutes per session, whereas a larger area, like the legs or abdomen, may take several hours to complete.
Laser therapy and electrolysis both produce longer-lasting effects compared to shaving. But electrolysis seems to work the best. The results are more permanent. Electrolysis also carries fewer risks and side effects, and you don’t need the maintenance treatments required for laser hair removal.
The downside is that electrolysis must be spread out over more sessions. It can’t cover large areas at once like laser hair removal can. Your choice may depend on how quickly you want to achieve short-term hair removal.
