Is Electrolysis the Only Method of Permanent Hair Removal?
Electrolysis is the only scientifically proven method of permanent hair removal. Temporary methods such as shaving, tweezing, threading, depilatories and waxing, require frequent time consuming maintenance. Skin irritations, ingrown hairs, discoloration, and scarring may result. These methods contribute to an increase in hair growth activity. Do Electrologists Follow Appropriate Infection Control Precautions? back to the top The American Electrology Association (AEA) with the assistance of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) developed national Infection Control Standards which include sterilization of all electrology instruments. I use pre-sterilized disposable probes for every treatment and sterilize all instruments using Dry Heat sterilization. If you are currently receiving electrolysis, be sure to verify the operator is using a method of sterilization approved by the department of Health. Universal precautions also dictate strict hand-washing and use of a fresh pair of disposable
