Short Wave Diathermy

March 15th, 2007 Hair Removal Specialist Posted in Permanent Hair Removal, Short Wave Diathermy, Treatments No Comments »

Thermolysis is also known as short-wave radio frequency diathermy, radio wave, or short wave. It was developed in the 1940’s when AC/DC current became much more common. This current is required because it is the electricity that kills the hairs.

This is a process of hair removal that began in the middle of the twentieth century. It works by inserting a probe into the follicle, like you also do in electrolysis. Once the probe has been inserted into the hair follicle, the water molecules that are present in the hair begin to move around and produce heat. This is how the base of the hair is destroyed so that no hair can re-grow there in the future. For this reason, some people have actually chosen to combine this method with electrolysis. This is known as the blend method.

The blend method is a lot quicker and it is also much more efficient, which is why it is becoming so popular. It also works a lot better on certain types of hair. For this reason, it is more ideal for these hair types. In this method, you would first use electrolysis and then use the heat from thermolysis to damage the hair follicle.

While this is a much easier and faster process than electrolysis, it is not nearly as effective. Nevertheless, some people still prefer this method because of the fact that the current does not travel through the whole body as it does with electrolysis. Another reason why some people prefer this method is because it is a lot quicker and does not cause a chemical reaction. Instead, what it does is coagulate the papilla, which is similar to cooking an egg white.

There is no evidence that any harm can be done to a pregnant woman’s fetus via this process. Nevertheless, you should still talk to your doctor before starting this treatment if you are pregnant. Some practitioners may even require your doctor write you a note saying that you can undergo this treatment.

It also appears that thermolysis will be safe for those who have pacemakers.ÂThis is not true in electrolysis though because of the metal plates in a pacemaker conducting electricity, which is what electrolysis is dependent upon. Therefore, this is another reason why some people would prefer this hair removal method.

Another thing that you should be aware of is that if you have an IUD, they are also made from metal. As such, electrolysis would not be a good choice for these people, whereas thermolysis would.

If thermolysis is not done properly, then your skin may be burnt and scarred. This is not something that commonly happens, but you should know that it does happen. When flash thermolysis is used on thick, deeply rooted hair, instead of shallow, thin hair, your risk is increased. For these reasons, it is very important that you find a qualified practitioner who has been performing thermolysis for several years. In this way, you can reduce your risk of scarring.

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Electrolysis

March 10th, 2007 Hair Removal Specialist Posted in Electrolysis, Laser Hair Removal, Permanent Hair Removal, Treatments No Comments »

Electrolysis is the only known method of permanent hair removal. This procedure can be very intimidating though since a needle has to be repeatedly inserted into each hair follicle. Another reason why a lot of people find this procedure intimidating is because of its cost. A treatment averages between $60 and $100 per hour. You will require at least 1 session per week for a period of several months to more than a year.

This procedure works by inserting a needle into the hair shaft and then sending an electrical current to the hair follicle. While the hair itself is dry, the surface that is located directly beneath the skin is wet and contains a lot of minerals. This wet, mineral rich area is where the electrical current is sent. When it reaches this area a chemical reaction occurs and the hair follicle is desolved in a permanent manner.

Usually you will need to have more than one treatment done because there will be some hair re-growth. This is not the same hair that was there but fresh hair that were resting when the original treatment was done. The reason why this occurs is because hair grows in cycles. So, you are going to need 3 to 4 months of treatments before all hair growth will stop. Each of these treatments should result in a noticeable 20% reduction in hair growth. Here are some estimated times that it will take to remove hair from each part of your body:

1. Upper Lip 4-10 hours

2. Chin: 2-12 hours

3. Sideburns: 4-8 hours

4. Eyebrows: 3-8 hours

5. Underarms: 4-12

6. Arms: 5-10 hours

7. Bikini Line: 8-16 hours

While electrolysis is a highly effective procedure, it does have some drawbacks, including:

1. Repeatedly inserting a needle into the skin can be quite painful. However, this depends upon your level of sensitivity. While some people say that this procedure is similar to using tweezers, others say that it is extremely painful. Your electrolysis technician will be able to tell you ways in which you can minimize this discomfort though.

2. You need to find a highly skilled technician to perform your treatments.

3. Due to the use of needles, there is an increased chance of infection. However, a new needle should be used so that no 2 patients ever use the same needle.

4. You will have little red spots, swelling, dryness and scabs temporarily appearing around the treated area after you undergo a treatment.

5. If you do not have your procedure done by a professional, then you will run the risk of having permanent skin damage.

Another thing that you need to be aware of is that while electrolysis is oftentimes viewed as a permanent solution for removing unwanted hair, it is important to understand that there are some cases in which hair will re-grow and thus you will need to return once or twice a year to get these areas cleaned up. Usually this occurs in the underarm, pubic and nipple areas. This is especially true during a woman’s reproductive years.

As with anything, you should make sure that you check your technician’s credentials before beginning treatment.

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