electrologist
Permanent hair remover
An electrologist is a practitioner of electrolysis—the permanent removal of hair using electric current applied to individual follicles.
The profession requires specialized training and licensing in most jurisdictions: She visited an electrologist for treatment on her upper lip.
Unlike laser hair removal, electrolysis works on all hair and skin types.
Removing hair completely
- follicleSkin cavity growing strands
- galvanicShockingly stimulating or exciting
- thermolysisDecomposition by heat
- blendCombine into mixture
needle · permanent · probe · depilation · unwanted · hirsutism · telogen · insertion
Meeting seeking expert guidance
- insertionPlacing something within
- currentDirected flow of charge
- sensationPerceived stimulus or phenomenon
- aftercarePost-procedure recovery support
redness · swelling · healing · numbing · topical · anesthetic · magnification · lighting
Attestation of qualification
- licensedGranted official permission
- trainingDeveloping abilities through practice
- accreditationOfficial quality approval
- boardFlat rigid panel
examination · regulations · standards · practice · professional · credentials · coursework · apprenticeship
Freedom from observation
- discretionCareful judgment in speech
- sensitivityResponsiveness to stimuli
- comfortEase or soothing relief
- consultationMeeting seeking expert guidance
confidentiality · reassurance · patience · communication · transgender · PCOS · hormonal · embarrassment
epilation
Removing hair completely
- follicleSkin cavity growing strands
- galvanicShockingly stimulating or exciting
- thermolysisDecomposition by heat
blend · needle · permanent · probe · depilation · unwanted · hirsutism · telogen · insertion · regrowth
consultation
Meeting seeking expert guidance
- insertionPlacing something within
- currentDirected flow of charge
- sensationPerceived stimulus or phenomenon
aftercare · redness · swelling · healing · numbing · topical · anesthetic · magnification · lighting · timing
certification
Attestation of qualification
- licensedGranted official permission
- trainingDeveloping abilities through practice
- accreditationOfficial quality approval
board · examination · regulations · standards · practice · professional · credentials · coursework · apprenticeship · hygiene
privacy
Freedom from observation
- discretionCareful judgment in speech
- sensitivityResponsiveness to stimuli
- comfortEase or soothing relief
consultation · confidentiality · reassurance · patience · communication · transgender · PCOS · hormonal · embarrassment · trust