1. HAIR REMOVAL CONSULTATION

13. Electrolysis
 Dr. Charles Michel discovered electrolysis in
1875

14. Electrolysis is the only permanent and
safe method of hair removal.

15. Electrolysis Con’t
 A tiny probe the same size as the hair is
inserted into the hair follicle.

16. Electrolysis Con’t
 Low electrical energy is then passed to the end of the probe
 Cauterizing the blood supply at the dermal papilla

17. Electrolysis Con’t
 Hair is then guided out of the follicle with tweezers

18. Hair Growth Stages
 There are three phases of hair growth
 Anagen – growing stage
 Catagen – shedding stage
 Teleogen – dead stage
 At any given point the majority of terminal
hair is in the growing stage
 Hair must be in the growing (anagen) phase
to be removed permanently

19. Hair Growth Stages

20. Electrolysis Needle

21. Hair is EVERYTHING
Before After

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23. BEFORE

24. AFTER

25. Different Hair Growth Cycles
 Hair growth cycles vary according to where hair
is growing on the body
 Hair on the head grows - 4-6 years
 Facial hair grows - 8-14 weeks
 Body hair grows – 8 weeks
 Growth cycles cannot be determined from the
appearance of the hair at the surface of the skin
 More than one treatment maybe necessary to
permanently remove the individual hair

26. Three Methods of Permanent Hair
Removal
 Thermolysis – high frequency current,
produces heat which cauterizes and destroys
the dermal papilla
 Galvanic – direct current, converts the body
salts and water into a lye solution that
destroys the dermal papilla
 Blend – combination of Thermolysis (heat)
and Galvanic (lye) working together for faster
hair removal

27. Reasons for Excessive Hair
Growth
 Hormones
 Systemic Changes
 Medications
 Topical influences
 Growth Glandular imbalances
 Hereditary makeup
 Nationality

28. LOCATION DUE TO
HYPERTRICHOSIS

29. LOCATION DUE TO Hirsutism

30. SOME COMMON Medication
 Acutane Minerva
 Antiviral Minoxidil
Progesterone
 Aspirin
Spiranilactone
 Cortisone Testosterone
 Coumadin Tamoxifen
Vaniqa
 Dilantin
YAZ
 Estrogen Anabolic Steroids
 Herbs Fertility Medication
 Birth Control

31. Hormonal Impact
 Hormonal Imbalances
 Menopause
 Infertility
 IUD
 Miscarriages
 Peri-Menopause
 Post-Menopause
 Pregnancies
 Pregnant
 Irregular Periods

32. How Does Electrolysis Feel?
 Slight Heat Sensation
 Tingling
 Stinging
 Some Individuals May Experience Pain
 Use of a topical anesthetic can decrease
sensitivity
 Electrologist is training to work within your
pain tolerance

33. Preparation
 Commitment to:
 Time
 Money
 Energy
 Compliance

34. Results
 Density of hair
 Pain Tolerance
 Medical conditions
 Area Being Treated
 Coarseness of hair
 Treatments vary from person to person

35. Cost
 Length of Appointments
 Area Treated
 Type of Modality Used
 Minutes per session X cost

36. Duration of Treat Time
 Average Treatment Time will be 18 months
 Appointment times will be weekly
 Every other week
 Every 3-4 weeks
 Every 4-5 weeks
 Every 6 weeks
 Then as needed 1-2 times a year

37. Where To Treat
 Electrolysis can be performed on most parts
of the body
 Exceptions - inside nose or mucus membrane
 Moles – with physician release to treat
 Cannot perform on breast of pregnant female
 Can be used on all colors and types of hair
 Resistant hair after laser hair removal
 Safe on pregnant female up to 6 months

38. Pre - Care
 No temporary hair removal methods except
cutting or shaving
 Hair must be ¼ inch long at appointment
time
 Do not go into the sun for 24 hours prior to
treatment
 No deep chemical peels 24-48 hours prior to
appointment

39. Post Care
 Do not use soap, water or wash cloth on treated
area for 24 hours
 No make on area for 24 hours
 Clean area with mild antiseptic
 Do not go into sun or tanning bed for 24 hours
 No chemical peels or microdermabrasion for 24
hours
 Ice may be applied to the area to reduce any
swelling
 Do not dislodge any scabs

40. Training of Electrologist
 Training standards vary from state to state
 Universal precautions must be utilized
 Gloves
 Sterile disposable needles
 Disinfects skin
 Antiseptic

41. Pre-Cautions
 Individuals that have metal implants
 Pacemakers
 Cannot have galvanic or blend modality used

42. Common Side Effects
 Redness
 Swelling
 Pinpoint scabbing
 Should subside within days

43. Electrolysis
 Permanent method of hair removal
 Consider laser hair removal for larger areas of body:
 Legs
 Male backs
 Arms
 Although more costly, electrolysis may be the best
option for unwanted hair
 Certain hairs
 Improves physical appearance
 Self image
 Goal is to be hair free

44. Reference
 http://ezlaserhairremoval.com/hair-removal-
options.html
 http://www.homeremediesforhair.net/hair-growth-
cycle
 http://www.sanbornselectrolysis.com/History.htm
 http://www.justbetweenuselectrolysis.com/images/il
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 http://www.burninglounge.com/index.php?title=Fee
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 http://4nutshells.com/hormones-in-decision-
making/