EC Electrolysis Principles and Techniques 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the epilator's intensity control during electrolysis treatment?

Accepted Answer

To regulate the amount of current delivered to the follicle

Answer

Intensity control regulates the milliamperage of current delivered, which determines the degree of tissue destruction at the follicle.

Question 2

Which tissue structure must be destroyed to achieve permanent hair removal with electrolysis?

Accepted Answer

The dermal papilla

Answer

The dermal papilla, which supplies nutrients to the hair follicle, must be destroyed to prevent regrowth.

Question 3

In thermolysis (shortwave), what happens to tissue water molecules during treatment?

Accepted Answer

They vibrate rapidly producing heat

Answer

High-frequency alternating current causes water molecules to vibrate at millions of cycles per second, generating heat that coagulates follicle tissue.

Question 4

A client has coarse, deeply rooted hairs on the chin. Which treatment modification is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use higher intensity or longer timing

Answer

Coarse, deeply rooted hairs require more energy (higher intensity or longer timing) to ensure the germinative cells are fully destroyed.

Question 5

What does the term 'multiple needle method' refer to in galvanic electrolysis?

Accepted Answer

Using several probes simultaneously on multiple follicles

Answer

The multiple needle method places several needles in multiple follicles simultaneously, allowing lye to form in each over a period of minutes.

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EC Electrolysis Principles and Techniques 2