Facial Hair Removal Electrolysis

Question 1

Which hair removal method is recognized by the FDA as the only permanent method?

Accepted Answer

Electrolysis

Answer

The FDA classifies electrolysis as the only truly permanent hair removal method because it permanently destroys each individual follicle.

Question 2

What are the three modalities used in electrolysis?

Accepted Answer

Galvanic, thermolysis, and blend

Answer

The three electrolysis modalities are galvanic (chemical destruction), thermolysis (heat destruction), and blend (combination of both).

Question 3

In galvanic electrolysis, what chemical reaction destroys the hair follicle?

Accepted Answer

Lye (sodium hydroxide) formation through electrolytic decomposition of body salts

Answer

Direct current in galvanic electrolysis causes electrolysis of salt water in the follicle, producing sodium hydroxide (lye) that destroys the germinal cells.

Question 4

What instrument is used to deliver current during an electrolysis treatment?

Accepted Answer

A fine, sterile metal probe (needle) inserted into the follicle

Answer

A sterile, single-use probe is inserted into the hair follicle canal to deliver the appropriate current directly to the germinal cells.

Question 5

Which electrolysis modality works fastest, making it preferred for large areas?

Accepted Answer

Thermolysis (shortwave)

Answer

Thermolysis uses AC high-frequency current to rapidly generate heat in the follicle, allowing faster treatment than galvanic or blend methods.

Facial Hair Removal Practice Test

Facial Hair Removal Practice Test

Facial Hair Removal Electrolysis