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Electrolysis is a procedure designed to provide ______ hair removal.

permanent

Electrolysis is arguably the most skilled area of ______, giving unsurpassed emotional and financial rewards to the electrolysis electrologist.

cosmetology

Electrolysis is the only hair removal method that gives ______ results.

permanent

Electrolysis offers freedom from the constant use of temporary methods of hair ______

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Electrolysis treatment is not restricted to certain hair or ______ colors.

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It was proven many years ago that shaving doesn’t affect hair ______

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This comparative study will demonstrate how laser hair removal and ______ hair removal work

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Electrolysis is the only method of hair removal that can claim 'permanent hair removal'

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Electrolysis works for everybody on all hairs and all skin types

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Laser doesn't work in 60 percent of the cases

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Electricity is the flow of ______ along a conductor

<p>electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Galvani explained the _______ theory of 'animal electricity'

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Direct current produced by a battery was known as _______ current

<p>galvanic</p> Signup and view all the answers

An alternating current continuously reverses its _______

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The high-frequency alternating current required for thermolysis is produced by an _______

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Thermolysis uses a range of megahertz, from _____ to 27MHz

<p>1,000,000Hz</p> Signup and view all the answers

An oscillator increases the frequency of thermolysis to as much as _____

<p>27MHz</p> Signup and view all the answers

Galvanic electrolysis is carried out by direct voltage (AC to DC) and controlled current flowing in _____ direction

<p>one</p> Signup and view all the answers

Direct current flows only in one ______

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In direct current or 'galvanic' electrolysis the electrons flow from the machine source, through the needle holder, and into the electrolysis needle which acts as the ______ pole

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The six basic sources which can be used to produce electricity are: Friction – electricity produced by ______ two materials together. Pressure – electricity produced by applying pressure to a crystal of certain materials. Heat – electricity produced by heating the junction of a thermo-couple. Light – electricity produced by light ______ striking photo-sensitive materials. Magnetism – electricity produced by the movement of a magnet and a wire that results in cutting through lines of force.

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Electrolysis is defined as the decomposition of an electrolyte by the action of a direct electric current passing through it. Broadly speaking, an electrode the size of the hair (called a needle or probe) is placed into the hair follicle and used to conduct a very low current to the growing portion of the hair follicle. The current disables the growing portion of the follicle leading to its permanent destruction and the inability to produce ______.

<p>hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

Throughout history people have gone to great lengths to remove unwanted ______. The earliest references to hair removal come from the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia (now Iraq), Egypt and Greece.

<p>hairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

The removal of bodily hair was considered an art, a tradition that has been handed down through the generations. Certain Arabic people still practice total bodily hair removal, especially prior to the wedding night. Ancient Arabians used string to remove ______, a practice which we now call threading.

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Early depilatory creams were made from ingredients such as arsenic, quick lime, resin, ivy gum extracts, bat’s blood, and powdered viper. A small current with a long history: ______ hair removal. Before the invention of electrolysis, hairs were removed only for medical reasons.

<p>electrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Electrolysis for Hair Removal

Electrolysis is a permanent hair removal method that uses an electric current to destroy hair follicles.

Permanent Hair Removal

Electrolysis is the only method offering permanent hair removal, unlike temporary methods such as shaving or waxing.

Electrolysis vs Laser

Unlike laser hair removal, which may not work on all hair types, electrolysis is effective for all hair and skin types.

Electricity

The flow of charged particles, primarily electrons, through a conductive material.

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Galvani's Animal Electricity

Galvani's theory posits that animal tissues generate electricity.

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Direct Current (DC)

A type of electrical current that flows in one direction only.

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Alternating Current (AC)

A type of electrical current that continuously changes its direction of flow.

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Thermolysis

A hair removal technique that uses high-frequency alternating current to heat and destroy hair follicles.

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Galvanic Electrolysis

Electrolysis using direct current (DC) to chemically destroy hair follicles.

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Sources of Electricity: Friction

Friction: Rubbing materials together can generate static electricity.

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Sources of Electricity: Pressure

Pressure: Applying pressure to certain materials can generate electricity.

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Sources of Electricity: Light

Light: Light striking photo-sensitive materials can generate electricity.

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Sources of Electricity: Magnetism

Magnetism: The movement of a magnet near a conductor can generate electricity.

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Sources of Electricity: Electrolysis

Electrolysis: Breaking down a substance using electrical current.

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Electrolysis Process

The process of decomposing an electrolyte using direct electric current.

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Electrolysis for Hair Removal: Process

The process of introducing a needle into a hair follicle and applying an electric current to permanently destroy the hair growth region.

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History of Hair Removal

The earliest recorded attempts at hair removal involved methods like threading and depilatory creams made from various substances.

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Threading for Hair Removal

Ancient Arabians used threading, a technique where string removes hair, to remove unwanted hair.

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Ancient Depilatory Creams

Early depilatory creams were made from arsenic, lime, resin, ivy gum, bat blood, and viper powder.

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Electrolysis: Medical Origins

Electrolysis was first used for hair removal in the 19th century, before its invention it was only performed for medical reasons.

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Electrolysis Needle

A small electrode used to deliver electric current into the hair follicle.

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Growing Portion of Hair Follicle

The area of the hair follicle responsible for hair growth.

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Permanent Hair Removal: Mechanism

Permanent hair removal involves the destruction of the hair follicle so it can't produce new hair.

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Study Notes

Electrolysis for Hair Removal

  • Electrolysis is a procedure designed to provide permanent hair removal.
  • It is the only hair removal method that gives permanent results.
  • It offers freedom from the constant use of temporary methods of hair removal.

Comparison with Laser Hair Removal

  • Electrolysis is the only method of hair removal that can claim 'permanent hair removal'.
  • Electrolysis works for everybody on all hairs and all skin types.
  • Laser doesn't work in 60 percent of the cases.

Electricity Basics

  • Electricity is the flow of electrons along a conductor.
  • Galvani explained the 'animal electricity' theory.
  • Direct current produced by a battery was known as galvanic current.
  • An alternating current continuously reverses its direction.

Thermolysis

  • Thermolysis uses a range of megahertz, from 1 to 27MHz.
  • An oscillator increases the frequency of thermolysis to as much as 30MHz.

Galvanic Electrolysis

  • Galvanic electrolysis is carried out by direct voltage (AC to DC) and controlled current flowing in one direction.
  • Direct current flows only in one direction.
  • In direct current or 'galvanic' electrolysis, the electrons flow from the machine source, through the needle holder, and into the electrolysis needle which acts as the cathode pole.

Sources of Electricity

  • The six basic sources which can be used to produce electricity are: Friction, Pressure, Heat, Light, Magnetism, and Electrolysis.
  • Electricity produced by friction involves rubbing two materials together.
  • Electricity produced by pressure involves applying pressure to a crystal of certain materials.
  • Electricity produced by light involves light striking photo-sensitive materials.
  • Electricity produced by magnetism involves the movement of a magnet and a wire that results in cutting through lines of force.

Electrolysis Process

  • Electrolysis is the decomposition of an electrolyte by the action of a direct electric current passing through it.
  • An electrode the size of the hair (called a needle or probe) is placed into the hair follicle and used to conduct a very low current to the growing portion of the hair follicle.
  • The current disables the growing portion of the follicle leading to its permanent destruction and the inability to produce hair.

History of Hair Removal

  • Throughout history people have gone to great lengths to remove unwanted hair.
  • The earliest references to hair removal come from the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia (now Iraq), Egypt, and Greece.
  • Ancient Arabians used string to remove hair, a practice which we now call threading.
  • Early depilatory creams were made from ingredients such as arsenic, quick lime, resin, ivy gum extracts, bat’s blood, and powdered viper.
  • Electrolysis hair removal has a long history, and before its invention, hairs were removed only for medical reasons.

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