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Theodore "Ted" Jenkins
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Electrolysis is a process of removing unwanted hair permanently. In this process, a metal probe that is as thin as a hair is slid into the unwanted hair follicle. This is done with utmost care so the probe doesn't puncture the skin when inserted. Upon insertion, an electric current runs from the probe to the follicle that leads to localized and contained damage to the area.
This makes the follicle to unable produce hair. According to one estimate, electrolysis has the best results in terms of longevity of effects. This process also boasts more than 100 years of safety and effectiveness that has been proved clinically. This can turn out to be a very costly, painful, and tiresome process. In addition, with areas of large amounts of hair, this process may need repeated sessions. If electrolysis is done halfway, this may result in partial to full hair re-growth, temporary or lasting skin damage, and infection. That’s why it is essential that licensed and competent practitioners perform electrolysis.
Use of pain-relieving cream
While electrolysis can be a painful method to implement, the use of a pain-relieving cream can reduce or eliminate the pain. The pain comes from the electricity that passes through the thin wire that is placed directly on the.
There is no denying that the electrolysis hair removal process is more or less permanent, but always remember that this does not happen in the first visit. As a matter of fact, it can take several treatments before an area is considered to be free of hair. The simple reason for this is that hair follicles grow at different times. During each treatment, a few of the follicles will be dormant and are not treated.
Do-it-yourself electrolysis systems
It is important to take into perspective the fact that while an increasing number or do-it-yourself electrolysis systems are making their presence felt in the market. this is not an ideal scenario, particularly when facial hair needs to be eliminated. This is due to the simple reason that the home systems use a lesser amount of voltage, which in turn results in allowing a greater number of hair follicles to survive and re-grow. Eliminating hair on the face needs a mirror, which can distort vision and lead to problems.
Published by Theodore "Ted" Jenkins on August 15, 2006 04:17 PM
