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Hereditary |
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Some medications |
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Normal and abnormal changes within the body |
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Hormonal changes |
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Stress and eating disorders |
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Some temporary methods of hair removal |
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Electrolysis has been safely
and successfully practiced since 1875
when Charles E. Michel, M.D., treated
patients with a needle attached to a
wire that was connected to a dry cell
battery. Electrolysis is the only permanent
method for hair removal to date.
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| How Does It Work? |
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A very fine needle is inserted into the hair follicle along side the hair. A minute amount of electrical current is then applied through the needle to destroy the hair root. Some people feel some discomfort but the level of tolerance depends on the individual person.
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| Is Electrolysis safe? |
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All electrologists must follow the procedures provided by the Canada Health guidelines for infection control and asceptic techniques in their offices. The guidelines are as follows:
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Sterile disposable needles |
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Sharps disposal unit |
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Steam autoclave or dry heat ovensterilizer |
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Disposable gloves |
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Third party verification |
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| How Many Treatments Are Needed? |
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The frequency, number and length of treatments vary with each individual person. |
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| Side Effects and After Care |
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Electrolysis has few or no side effects. It is normal to see some slight reddening along the treated area. This usually lasts a minute to an hour. Some light scabbing may occur, however it should be left alone and will heal in a few days. The application of a good antibiotic cream or an antiseptic lotion is recommended by most electrologists to help the healing process.
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| Other Hair Removal Methods |
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Shaving, waxing
and tweezing can bring temporary relief
from unwanted hair. Unfortunately,
these hair removal methods can lead
to darker and thicker hair regrowth
and in some cases may even result in
ingrown hairs. |
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