| | Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How Does Electrolysis remove hair?
A. A complete description is lengthy, but, basically the electrologist directs a tiny, split-second impulse into the hair root to try and destroy it. Several treatments may be required, depending upon the coarseness and strength of the hair.
Q: Is Electrolysis new?
A: Definitely not. In 1875, Dr. Charles Michel first reported removing unwanted hair permanently with a wire attached to a dry cell battery. Since that early date, countless men and women had successful treatments.
Q: Are the probes (needles) used safe?
A: Electrologists use either a pre-sterilized, disposable type or allow their clients to purchase their own. Electrologists follow strict sterilization procedures for your safety.
Q: Is Electrolysis really permanent?
A: Probe (needle) type Electrolysis is the only safe method of permanent hair removal. It is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration.
Q: Is Electrolysis treatment painful?
A: Most people say that they feel just a slight tingling sensation. A very fine probe is inserted and the skin is not punctured or damaged in any way. Most people find tweezing and waxing to cause more discomfort than Electrolysis treatments.
Q: Can Electrolysis be done on any part of the body?
A: Yes, except inside the nose and ears. Since the cost is so reasonable, you can even have large areas like on your arms and legs treated.
Q: What causes superfluous hair growth:
A: Many factors may be responsible, among them, hormonal imbalances, heredity, excessive use of temporary methods, medication, illness, operations, pregnancy, and menopause.
Q: What if hair seems to return while I'm being treated?
A: Your own previous attempts to remove hair may be the reason for this, as hair usually takes one to twelve weeks to re-grow. The growth will be hair that had not yet appeared when you started treatments.
Q: Why not use depilatories to remove unwanted hair?
A: This is only a temporary method. Hair starts to grow back within a few days. They take time and are a continuous expense.
Q: What can be done to heavy hair growth in between treatment?
A: If you are unable to see your Electrologist, or are not yet scheduled for an appointment, it is safe to cut the hair with a scissor. Leave the hair long enough for your electrologist to treat. Never tweeze, wax, or shave in between treatments.
Q: How many treatments are required?
A: this will vary from person to person. Factors such as the extent of the growth, area to be treated, age of the person, and any previous temporary methods that may have been used are important. Your Electrologist will provide you with a treatment schedule upon the first visit. In the beginning, most people will need weekly treatments which will soon become monthly as progress is made. Treatments on a regular basis are necessary for permanent results.
Q: How about healing?
A: Healing after treatment is rapid with no signs remaining on your skin. You may have a temporary redness, but it will quickly disappear. Your Electrologist will recommend an after-treatment lotion to use.
Q: What age is safe for treatment?
A: Any age person can be treated, starting as early as the teenage years. no one is too old for Electrolysis treatment.
Q: How can a professional Electrologist be located?
A: Patients should exercise the same amount of care in selecting an Electrolygist as they would any health care specialist. An Electrologist should be a graduate of an accredited school. A dated certificate should be on display. |
