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- Scope of practice
- The legally defined set of tasks a licensed electrologist may perform; exceeding it, such as diagnosing disease, is unlawful and unethical.
- Informed consent
- A documented process disclosing treatment risks, benefits, alternatives, and expected outcomes so the client can voluntarily agree before treatment begins.
- Client confidentiality
- The ethical and legal duty to protect client information, releasing records only with written authorization or as required by law.
- Referral obligation
- The duty to send clients with suspected disease, infection, or systemic conditions to a licensed health care provider instead of treating them.
- Stratum basale
- The deepest epidermal layer where keratinocytes divide; it sits above the dermis and is the source of epidermal renewal.
- Dermal papilla
- The vascular structure at the base of the hair follicle that supplies nutrients to the matrix; destroying it prevents hair regrowth.
- Anagen phase
- The active growth phase of the hair cycle, during which the follicle is most susceptible to epilation because the matrix is actively producing hair.
- Telogen phase
- The resting phase of the hair cycle when growth stops; such hairs are less responsive to epilation and may shed naturally.
- Bulge region
- A swelling on the upper follicle containing stem cells that regenerate the follicle; important for understanding regrowth after treatment.
- Hirsutism
- Excessive terminal hair growth in a male pattern on women, often related to androgens; it warrants medical evaluation and possible referral.
- Hypertrichosis
- Excessive hair growth beyond normal limits for age, sex, or body site; causes include congenital factors, medications, and unknown origins.
- Folliculitis
- Inflammation or infection of hair follicles causing redness and pustules; it is a contraindication until resolved because treatment may spread infection.
- Keloid tendency
- A predisposition to raised, overgrown scar tissue; it warrants caution or deferral because epilation can trigger abnormal scarring.
- Galvanic electrolysis
- A modality using direct current to create sodium hydroxide at the follicle, chemically destroying the hair matrix and papilla.
- Thermolysis
- A modality using high-frequency alternating current to generate heat that coagulates tissue at the follicle to prevent regrowth.
- Blend method
- A modality combining galvanic and thermolysis currents; heat accelerates lye formation, enhancing destruction of the follicle.
- Probe insertion angle
- The direction the probe follows to match the follicle's natural orientation; correct alignment avoids trauma and ensures effective current delivery.
- Insulated probe
- A probe coated except at the tip, concentrating current at the follicle base while reducing surface discomfort and epidermal damage.
- Fitzpatrick skin type
- A classification of skin pigmentation and sun response used to guide treatment settings and predict risk of pigment changes.
- Treatment plan
- A documented outline of area, modality, settings, session frequency, and expected number of sessions with periodic review points.
- Test patch
- A small trial treatment on a limited area to observe skin tolerance and adverse reactions before treating the full area.
- Intake assessment
- A structured history covering medical conditions, medications, allergies, prior hair removal, skin type, and client goals documented before treatment.
- Terminal hair
- Thick, pigmented, medullated hair found on the scalp, eyebrows, and androgen-dependent areas; it is the primary target of epilation.
- Vellus hair
- Fine, short, lightly pigmented hair covering most of the body; it is generally not the target of electrolysis treatment.
- Standard precautions
- Infection control practices treating all blood and body fluids as infectious, including hand hygiene, gloves, and barriers.
- Hospital-grade disinfectant
- An EPA-registered product used on semi-critical surfaces and equipment to kill pathogens and prevent cross-contamination between clients.
- Sharps disposal
- Placing used probes and other sharp items in a puncture-resistant container and disposing per local regulations to prevent injury.
- Glove change rule
- Gloves are changed between clients and whenever torn or contaminated; hand hygiene precedes donning and follows removal.
- Hair release test
- Removing a treated hair with smooth tension; easy release indicates adequate treatment, while resistance suggests insufficient current.
- Post-treatment care
- Instructions after epilation including gentle cleansing, avoiding irritants, sun protection, and expectations for redness or sensitivity.
- Treatment documentation
- Recording area, modality, settings, hairs treated, and skin response each session to support continuity and quality control.
- Record retention
- Keeping client records for the period required by state law and professional standards to support continuity and legal protection.