Electrolysis FAQ's > Frequently Asked Questions about Electrolysis... > What are the Different Types of Electrolysis you perform and how does it work?
In Short, there are three types of electrolysis, using two different kinds of electrical current:
1. THERMOLYSIS
Also called “Short Wave”, “High-Frequency”, “H.F.”, or “Radio Frequency” – is a heat treatment. This method utilizes a high frequency oscillating current (A.C.) to produce heat, which is used to destroy the follicle. This oscillating process causes friction and results in the area being heated and thus coagulated. The blood cannot get through to feed the hair and without nourishment the hair cannot grow.
This is a very fast and therefore popular method.
2. GALVANIC – A Chemical Process
Also called ‘Electrolysis’ – this was the first form of permanent hair removal invented and the namesake of the industry. This method uses galvanic or direct current (D.C.) to cause a chemical breakdown of the salt and water in the follicle to form lye which then destroys the follicular tissue by means of a filament or needle which is inserted into the hair follicle. It is the chemical action of this lye which destroys the tissue, not the current.
3. BLEND
The Blend method uses a combination of both currents: It combines the thoroughness and sureness of the Galvanic Current with the speed of the High Frequency current making treatment very effective on coarse, terminal, and distorted hairs.
Last updated on October 2, 2013 by Chantal Peacock