Voncille V. Burdette CPE CI President Georgia Electrology Association Voncille V. Burdette CPE CI President Georgia Electrology Association Owner Professional Service since 1983 Professional Certifications: Certified Professional Electrologist (CPE) Certified Instructor (CI), Apilus Trainer for Associated Health and Beauty Products (East Coast)

Director/Founder, Atlanta School of Electrolysis (the first Georgia electrolysis school approved by the Board of Education) *Established in 1958 *largest international nonprofit membership organization for permanent--removal professionals. *The AEA promotes the highest standards in electrology education, practice and ethics and champions state licensing and regulation of the profession to protect the public interest. *The American Electrology Association plays a key role in providing reliable and scientifically accurate information to its membership, the public, the medical community and government agencies. Method A micropulse of electricity targets the growth structure of the hair Electrolysis root. The hair shaft is released by the process and permanently removed. Melanin in the hair absorbs energy from the laser, creating heat Laser which damages the .

Waxing or A thick layer of wax (or a heated sugar mixture) is applied to the skin Sugaring and pulled off with paper, removing the unwanted hair by the roots.

Wet skin is prepared with cream or soap lather and shaved with a sharp blade ().

Tweezing and Individual are removed from the follicle by tweezers. Threading removes hair by twisting hair in a thread and see-sawing across the skin.

Depilatories Chemical depilatories dissolve hair into a jelly-like substance, which is wiped away

At-Home Hair A pulse of electricity is transmitted to tweezers holding the hair, Removal after which the hair is pulled out. There are many at-home epilator Epilators devices advertised and sold as "electrolysis." They are not proven effective in permanently eliminating hair growth. Areas of the body

Electrolysis Electrolysis is suitable for all areas of the body, ages, genders.

Laser Not recommended for .

Waxing or Not suitable for some sensitive areas of the body; sugaring especially Sugaring may not be a good choice for nipples or genitals.

Shaving Not suitable for some sensitive areas of the body.

Tweezing and Face and unwanted individual hairs; not suitable for large areas of Threading .

Depilatories Not suitable around the eyes, and other sensitive areas of the body.

At-Home Hair Removal Face and unwanted individual hairs; not suitable for large areas of Epilators hair removal.

Skin / Hair Type

Electrolysis Suitable for every hair and skin color or type.

Most effective for those with dark hair and light skin. Less effective Laser for dark skinned/dark haired individuals or those with light-colored hair. Waxing or Not suitable for people with diabetes or circulatory problems. Sugaring

Shaving Works on all skin and hair types.

Tweezing and Can be performed on all skin/hair types. Not recommended for Threading hormonally induced hairs.

Depilatories Not suitable for chemically sensitive skin.

At-Home Hair Removal Works on all skin/hair types. Epilators

Comfort Level

Varies by client sensitivity. Comfort can be increased through Electrolysis relaxation, hydration, adjustments to treatment settings, topical anesthetics, and other methods. Can be painful; mild to significant irritation and skin discoloration is Laser possible. Waxing or Significant pain, especially in sensitive areas. Sugaring

Shaving Relatively painless low-cost option, but may cause skin irritation.

Tweezing and Threading Can be painful and time-consuming.

Depilatories Painless but may cause irritation; strong chemical odor.

At-Home Hair Removal May cause mild to moderate discomfort. Epilators

Permanence

Electrolysis The only method recognized by the FDA as permanent

Provides hair reduction, not permanent hair removal. See the FDA's Laser Laser Facts.

Waxing or No permanent reduction of hair is achieved; lifetime maintenance is Sugaring required

No permanent reduction of hair is achieved; lifetime maintenance is Shaving required.

Tweezing and No permanent reduction of hair is achieved. This method can Threading significantly interfere with the effectiveness of other hair removal methods.

Depilatories No permanent reduction of hair is achieved; lifetime maintenance is required.

At-Home Hair Removal No permanent reduction of hair is achieved; lifetime maintenance is Epilators required.

Voncille V. Burdette CPE CI President Georgia Electrology Association