Electrology Electrologists are licensed Keep it sanitary. Keep it safe. and regulated in California by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. The Board works to ensure that electrologists follow State law and infection control standards.
For questions, comments or complaints, contact the Board.
Board of BarBering and Cosmetology 2420 del Paso road, suite 100 saCramento, Ca 95834 www.barbercosmo.ca.gov 800-952-5210
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During the electrology procedure, a very thin metal probe is inserted into a hair follicle. A machine sends a tiny current to the probe to destroy the hair at the root.