Electrolysis Basic facts
 Permanent hair removal for most consumers
if performed correctly (which requires considerable training
and skill).
Description
A hair-thin metal probe is slid into
a hair follicle.
Proper insertion does not puncture
the skin.
Electricity is delivered to the follicle
through the probe, which causes localized damage to the areas
that generate hairs.
Advantages
By far the best and longest track record
of results.
Over 125 years of clinically proven
safety and effectiveness. [1]
Disadvantages
Can be expensive.
Can be painful.
Can be tedious.
Can be difficult for large amounts
of hair.
If done improperly, it can result in:
partial to full regrowth
lasting skin damage
spread of infection
Regulation varies by state, so inadequate
controls exist to ensure competent practitioners.
Regrowth rates have not been accurately
established and cannot be predicted due to numerous variables.
Some consumers do not respond to treatment.
Quack claims
"Painless" or "virtually
painless"
While many clients tolerate electrolysis without requiring
pain relief, it's overpromise to state that treatment will
be painless for all consumers.
"100% permanent"
The vast majority of patients experience permanent removal
of treated hair over the course of treatment, but published
studies have observed that between 7% and 10% of consumers
did not have satisfactory results.
"Guaranteed 0% regrowth"
There is no published clinical data to substantiate this
sort of overpromise.
“Easy to use” personal units
Small battery-powered probe units like the One Touch may
claim to be easy to use, but performing electrolysis
on yourself is very difficult and not recommended. [2,
3]
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Items in this section:
Electrology background, history, and clinical data
How to choose an electrologist
Pain management tips
Do-it-yourself
electrolysis
Clinical data on electrolysis
FDA clearances of electrolysis
Electrolysis machine manufacturers
Needle manufacturers
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References
- Please see my selected list of published electrolysis medical literature.
- Caldwell IW. The electronic pencil. British
Medical Journal, 1972, 03 Jun(813):591-592.
- Please see hairfacts.com for a discussion of home-use personal electrolysis units:
cons and pros.
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