Hair Removal – Electrolysis
Electrolysis refers to the production of heat by a high-frequency electric current to remove individual, fine, light hairs that are not suitable for laser therapy . The tip of a very fine metal probe is inserted into a hair follicle and an electric current is discharged from it, producing heat in the immediate area. The heat causes localized damage, destroying the living cells of the surrounding tissue, including the hair root, preventing the follicle from ever producing hair again. Electrolysis is a very safe technique; however, although it is a quick procedure, it can be uncomfortable for some. The area treated may be sore immediately afterwards, and small scabbing may also be evident, depending on how many hair follicles were treated, but this usually subsides within 48 hours. Results are immediate, since each individual hair being treated will be permanently removed. However, any area of the face or body must not be over-treated in order to prevent excessive soreness, so more than...