Electolysis (Permanent Hair Removal)

Service Description

The battle with unwanted hair, and the removal of it, is an ongoing one for many, and most people think about how to remove hair effectively and permanently at some point. Waxing and shaving can offer good results, but are unfortunately not permanent hair removal methods. The effects from these procedures are only temporary, meaning that they will get rid of hair effectively, but the hair will always grow back within a matter of days or weeks. Maintaining the hair removal can result in a costly, continuing process. However, there is one form of permanent hair removal which really does give permanent results, with some saying it is therefore the best hair removal method. Electrolysis is able to get rid of hair by completely destroying the hair follicle so that it will never grow back. What Is Electrolysis? Electrolysis is in fact a scientific process. It is a method of using an electric current to drive an otherwise non-spontaneous chemical reaction, such as separating elements. “What does this have to do with how to remove hair?” you may ask. Well, this electric current can also be used on the skin. A small amount of energy is passed into the hair follicle through a fine needle, generating heat which destroys the follicle cell that produces the hair. Most importantly, hair electrolysis is permanent. Once the cell is destroyed, the hair won’t grow back. Is Electrolysis safe and the best hair removal method? How to remove hair and the best hair removal method are two subjects for much debate. It eventually comes down to individual choice. However, the British Institute and Association of Electrolysis (BIAE) recognises that “Electrolysis is the only medically approved form of permanent hair removal.” How Often Do I Need It? In order to achieve the best hair removal results possible, several rounds of electrolysis need to be administered over a period of time. The average session lasts around 15 to 30 minutes. The series of treatments will take place over the course of a few months or a year, after which no further treatment is usually required. The exact number of hair electrolysis treatments required to completely get rid of hair will differ from person to person and depend on the area that the body hair is in. The technique can be used on any area of the body. It is most commonly used to remove small areas of unwanted hair, such as hair on the upper lip, arms, toes, the chin, sides of the face, and the bikini line, however larger areas also.