Hair Removal Transdermal Electrolysis
Basic Facts
Promoters claim an electrified cotton swab can remove hair permanently, but there is no scientific proof of this.
Description
- Conductive gel is spread on the skin.
- Electricity is passed through a cotton swab which is touched to the gel.
- Electricity supposedly travels down the hair follicle and permanently damages the hair root.
Quack Claims
- "Painless and permanent"
- "No side effects"
- "Clinically proven"
- "More effective than electrolysis,without the needle"
- "Hair can conduct enough energy to kill the root."
- "Offer your salon clients permanent hair removal."
- "Makes a great home business."
Background
These devices are heavily promoted to beauticians through trade shows and magazines. Many practitioners believe the device actually works as claimed, thus unwittingly taking money from consumers for ineffective professional treatments. Called transdermolysis, no-needle electrolysis, and non-invasive electrolysis.