Electrolysis FAQ – mindBodyBeauty.com

What is Electrology?

Electrology is the science of permanent hair removal. A solid fine sterile probe is painlessly inserted into the hair follicle with a small amount of heat discharged to weaken or destroy the papilla (which makes hair grow). When this is completely and skillfully accomplished, the regenerative ability of the hair follicle is permanently eliminated.

What causes excessive hair growth?

Every 5-7 years hormones change as we age. Ongoing stress is one overlooked, underlying cause of excess hair growth. Hair growth is affected by sleeplessness, depression, birth control, problems with menstrual cycles, abnormal metabolism, eating disorders, and rapid fluctuations in weight. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Seek medical advice from your internist or endocrinologist if you think you might suffer from these problems.

Are all hairs eliminated in one treatment?

Depends on the size…thick hairs need more treatment than thin hairs. Depends on previous methods of hair removal. If there is a lot of hair in a small section, depending on how the skin reacts, they may not all be removed within the treatment time (first treatment). Hairs might grow or be stimulated from the naturally occurring hormonal aging process, but not from treatment.

Is electrolysis uncomfortable?

The Orgel Method uses a mind-body approach along with physical distraction techniques. Thousands of past clients highly recommend her gentle manner. Vivian Orgel is highly trained with the use of the IB Probe (insulated probe), which minimizes sensations felt normally with traditional electrolysis. In order to render the hair inactive some sensation is normal, but infrequently felt with her method even though some parts of the body are more sensitive than others. She specializes in difficult cases and has developed her own techniques to achieve the best results. Immediately following treatment, there may be slight redness which disappears within 10 to 15 minutes.

Does electrolysis damage the skin?

The introduction of the insulated bulbous (IB) Probe advanced the field of electrolysis, which has vastly eliminated undesirable consequences. With this effective hair removal method, there is no possibility for skin damage because the round tip makes it nearly impossible to pierce the skin. There is no post-treatment care or concerns about healing. Nor will you risk scabbing or reactions that can occur with other hair removal methods.

Can women begin or continue electrolysis treatments during pregnancy?

It is suggested that you obtain advice from your physician. However, it has never proven to be harmful to pregnant women, but it is not advised to treat the abdomen or breast area.

Is Electrology the only method of permanent hair removal?

Yes, electrology is the only scientifically proven method of permanent hair removal. Temporary methods such as shaving, tweezing, depilatories, waxing, and stringing are time consuming and need frequent maintenance. These methods continually cost money and can increase hair growth & often skin irritations, ingrown hairs, discoloration, and scarring. Laser does not work for many skin types or hair colors and can cause scarring and hyper-pigmentation.

Do electrologists follow appropriate infection control precautions?

Yes. Various regulatory electrolysis associations provide information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) which developed national Infection Control Standards which include sterilization of all Electrology instruments.

How many treatments are required?

The number of treatments necessary varies with each patient. Vivian Orgel uses an IB probe which speeds up the process and lessens the number of treatments. Factors such as hair growth cycles, the quantity and thickness of the hair, previous use of temporary hair removal methods, heredity, hormone function, normal biological changes of aging, certain medications, and stress, all have an impact on your results. It is very important to adhere to the recommended treatment schedule to achieve optimum results in the shortest time frame to save time and money. Improvements can be observed within the first few visits.

Is regrowth to be expected?

Deep, coarse hairs cannot be eliminated in one treatment. The papilla needs to be weakened and additional sessions are required. Hairs removed through tweezing or waxing cause a distorted hair follicle, therefore, hairs take longer to weaken and regrow. Hairs can be terminated unless you have a medical condition. During the course of treatment, hairs emerging from a dormant phase will be treated. Many things influence hair growth and can play a part in faster or slower elimination.

Can unwanted hair be removed from anywhere on the body?

Yes. The most common areas include: the hairline, bridge of nose, eyebrows, upper and lower lips, cheeks, sideburns, chin, neckline for short hair cuts or below the chin area, shoulders, arms, underarms, breasts, abdomen, bikini line, legs, back and chest. The only exceptions are the inside of the ears and nose. However, the outer ear area can. Can women have electrology treatments during pregnancy? Most doctors provide written approval and believe its fine for the facial area.

Can hairs be removed from moles?

To protect the health of the patient a doctor's approval letter is needed.