EC Electrolysis Equipment and Maintenance 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the rheostat in an electrolysis epilator unit?

Accepted Answer

To regulate and control current intensity

Answer

The rheostat acts as a variable resistor that allows the electrologist to adjust and control the intensity of current delivered during treatment.

Question 2

Which gauge of probe/needle is considered the finest and would be used for the most delicate hair removal work?

Accepted Answer

F5

Answer

The F5 is the finest gauge probe, used for very fine, vellus hairs in sensitive areas requiring the most delicate treatment.

Question 3

What happens to the electrolysis unit's output if the client's skin becomes increasingly moist during treatment?

Accepted Answer

Skin resistance decreases, allowing more current flow

Answer

Moist skin has lower electrical resistance, which allows more current to flow at the same voltage setting, potentially intensifying the treatment effect.

Question 4

In a blend epilator, what is the role of the galvanic component?

Accepted Answer

To create lye (sodium hydroxide) that destroys the follicle

Answer

The galvanic DC current causes electrolysis of tissue fluids, producing sodium hydroxide (lye) that chemically destroys the follicle's germinating cells.

Question 5

How should the indifferent (inactive) electrode be positioned during galvanic electrolysis?

Accepted Answer

Held firmly in the client's hand or attached to their arm

Answer

The indifferent electrode must be held firmly by the client or secured to their arm to complete the galvanic circuit and allow proper current flow.

(EC) Electrolysis Certification Practice Test

(EC) Electrolysis Certification Practice Test

EC Electrolysis Equipment and Maintenance 2