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Electrology

Surgical Procedure

Electrology is the science and professional practice of permanent hair removal by electrolysis.

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Standard of Care 1
Origin Year
1875 2
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  • Status: Standard of Care
2. Electrology (Wikipedia)
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrology, lead section
    Electrology is the science and professional practice of permanent hair removal by electrolysis.
  • History (origin-year)
    Galvanic electrolysis was first reported in medical literature in 1875 by ophthalmologist Charles Michel as a method for removing ingrown eyelashes.
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