Remedial Electrolysis

This term sounds medical and formal but can apply to any form of unwanted superfluous hair removal, by short wave diathermy, galvanism or the blend types of electrolysis.

It originates from hospital clinics, treating hair initiated by unusual causes. It was intended to distinguish this type of treatment from the more cosmetic hair removal.

However these days both the psychological and physical effects of any unwanted hair growth is better understood and ãremedial electrolysisä is an all embracing term. It can refer to treating hair growth caused by Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Trans Gender clients, fine upper lip hair or strong beard growth. Numerous areas of the body can be treated from toes to hairlines.

It also encompasses removal or treatment of conditions other than just hair. Skin tags and a variety of extra cellular skin lesions can be removed from the body. Vascular conditions such as broken capillaries and spider naevi can also be treated. A variety of areas of the face and/ or body can be treated.

The term remedial electrolysis also reflects the skill and expertise of the operator. There are such a variety of levels of training or education on offer in the field of hair and skin condition treatment. ãRemedial electrolysisä has become synonymous with depth of knowledge, highly skilled operators dedicated to continuing their own studies in this field and keeping up to date with new technology and techniques on the market.

Often these Electrolysists have undertaken a basic training and then studied further to earn diplomas from professional organisations such as the BIAE. These examinations are rigorous in setting standards of excellence and have gained the attention and respect of the medical profession. Many of the BIAE operators have worked with doctors and successfully treated areas and conditions of the body that might not otherwise have been attempted or considered contra-indications.

Electrolysists within the BIAE have now developed courses to teach colleagues in order to perpetuate these skills and as new technology develops these will also become part of the repertoire of the Electrolysists.

Potential clients are advised to look for experienced and skilled Electrolysists who display current practising certificates and diplomas. They should be interested in being successful for their clients in all aspects of remedial electrolysis.

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