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Electrology History |
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Unwanted hair growth has been a problem since the
beginning of time. In 1875, Dr. Charles Michel, a St. Louis
ophthalmologist, began using an electric needle for the purpose of hair follicle
destruction as a treatment for ingrown eyelashes. His technique proved to
be effective and, greatly refined, is still in use today.
Unwanted hair can be safely removed from most body areas. The most common areas include the hairline, bridge of nose, eyebrows, upper and lower lip, cheeks, sideburns, chin, neck, shoulders, arms and underarms, breasts, abdomen, bikini line, legs back and chest. The inside of the ears and nose should not be treated. Electrolysis has been proven safe and effective for many generations. Modern electrolysis utilizes refined, computerized equipment and well-made sterile, disposable probes. The treatment involves placing a sterile needle/probe into the hair follicle and transmitting a small amount of electrical energy into the follicle . The current destroys the hair’s regenerative cells, and the treated hair is then removed from the skin. The follicle will not reproduce another hair. Everyone’s pain threshold is different. It is impossible to destroy hair growth tissue without a slight sensation because its own network of nerve endings surrounds each follicle. Even though some parts of the body are more sensitive than others, adjustments can be made which may help to make the treatment more comfortable. All hairs have differing cycles of growth and are not visible on the surface of the skin at the same time. Hair normally grows for its usual cycle and then naturally sheds and replaces itself. A continuing series of treatments over a period of time is necessary to achieve successful permanent results. There is a common misconception that electrolysis is expensive, and it is true that electrolysis is more expensive per treatment than some other temporary methods of hair removal. However, if one compares the cost of these temporary methods over a lifetime, electrolysis may well be the most economical choice of treatment. After electrolysis, because the hairs are no longer present to hold open the pores of the skin, the skin will become smoother in appearance and silkier to the touch than before the treatment. There is no need ever to be embarrassed about unwanted body hair. |
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Jennifer Kiefer |
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