What is the primary goal of electrolysis?

• A. To damage the hair papilla to prevent regrowth.
• B. To shave hair close to the skin.
• C. To moisturize skin.
• D. To apply wax evenly.

Answer: (A)

Electrolysis aims to permanently remove hair by targeting the root of the follicle. A tiny probe is inserted into the hair follicle, and the electrical current destroys the papilla at the base of the follicle—the source of nourishment for the growing hair. When the papilla is damaged, the follicle can no longer produce hair, making electrolysis a lasting solution rather than a temporary one. This is in contrast to shaving, waxing, or moisturizing, which either cut hair at the surface or affect the skin without altering the follicle’s ability to regrow. Because hair grows in cycles and not all hairs are active at the same time, multiple treatment sessions are typically needed to address all active hairs over time.