Hair Removal via Electrolysis

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What is Electrolysis

Electrolysis is a process to destroy the cells responsible for hair growth. The electrologist inserts a wire/filament called a probe and sometimes referred to a needle into the hair follicle. The patient will not feel the insertion and there is no pain associated with this.

Once the probe is in the hair follicle, the electrologist delivers a low electric current to destroy the follicle and papilla. There are a variety of methods to achieve destruction, but all use low electric current.

Galvanic is a method which utilizes Direct Current(DC) to induce a chemical reaction in the hair follicle. This chemical change produces sodium hydroxide which destroys the cells responsible for future hair growth.

Thermolysis also referred to as shortwave, radio frequency, diathermy and high frequency, utilizes Alternating Current(AC) to create heat in the follicle for a short interval of time thereby electro-coagulating the follicle tissue.

Flash Thermolysis is the application of alternating current at a much higher intensity for only fractions of a second thereby electro-desiccating folicle tissue.

The Blend is a combination of Galvanic and Thermolysis.

In electrolysis the term modality is used. This is simply a term used to describe the different methods used to deliver current to the follicle. The modalities are; Galvanic Modality, Thermolysis Modality, and The Blend Modality.

Men Go Bare by Rodney Brandon

Hair removal has received increased publicity since the introduction of the first hair removal laser. It wasn't until all the laser hype a few years ago that men became interested in permanent hair removal.

Health conscience men spend several hours per week exercising in the gym to stay trim and build muscle mass. Because they are proud of their well-defined lines, they shave, wax or use depilatories on their bodies. Weight lifters realize that hairless bodies make them look bigger. After the first Mr. Universe was crowned in 1950, weight lifters with hair free bodies became ordinary.

Shaving an entire body several times per week can be a tiresome routine for a guy with excessive body hair. Waxing can be very painful and there is a potential of acne-causing ingrown hairs while unwelcome skin irritation may follow the use of depilatories. Laser treatments provided by a highly trained laser technician is an alternative to these methods for fast relief of unwanted hair. Laser results last longer, but rarely will destroy all hair permanently on a treated area.

Almost always, a man seeking professional hair removal services is interested in treating a large area. Electrolysis is a permanent solution if a highly skilled professional can be found in your area. Laser assisted hair removal will offer long lasting results and clinical studies indicate some permanent hair loss on treated areas of ideal candidates(fair skinned, dark haired). Before seeking professional hair removal services, a man must first decide what he hopes to achieve, by when and at what cost.

Back hair is the number one concern for men. Electrolysis on the back will require an initial clearing and about 3 - 5 additional clearings. Unfortunately, depending on the hair density, budget, experience of the electrologist and time available, the initial clearing may take several months, then, it is to do again. An alarming number of well established electrologists do not have the necessary time available to dedicate to one client. Usually, a man who wants to have hair removed from his back will require several years of electrology treatments. If your goal is to walk down the beach with your shirt off next summer, then electrolysis is probably not for you. The temporary results of laser treatments may be the only logical hair removal choice for men with extremely heavy hair growth on their backs who desire quick relief.

Because hair on the penis may decrease sexual pleasure for some men or their partners, genital hair removal is a big concern too. Irritation caused by temporary removal methods can be painful for him and uncomfortable for his partner. Genital hair can be safely and effectively removed with only a few electrology treatments when properly performed. For some this is a necessity while others simply desire a cleaner or more shapely growth pattern. Both electrolysis and laser treatments will work fine to treat the genital area. Electrolysis treatments are permanent and laser treatments will provide temporary results for a period of time. However, few electrology clinics offer treatment on male genitals while most laser clinics do.

Smooth hairless bodies are considered clean, youthful and sexy creating a big demand for hair removal experts that offer their services to men. More men than ever before are removing their body hair and going bare.