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The Blend technique combines the heat of Thermolysis with the chemical destruction of Galvanic Electrolysis to produce heated sodium hydroxide. The combined technique is faster and can be more effective than either modality by itself.

It's Black Business Month, y'all, and a great time to revisit the drive and dedication that resulted in Shontay Lundy releasing first (revolutionary!) Black Girl sunscreen SPF 30 broad-spectrum moisturizing lotion in 2017. We celebrate Ms. Lundy’s entrepreneurial spirit and innovation in skincare and its value to the field of electrology, and we celebrate her shared dedication to innovation and uplifting others.

Saponification is the chemical process that occurs when soap is made from glycerine. And, it is the same chemical process that happens inside individual hair follicles when the heat of galvanic current (aka direct current) is used to permanently damage the active proteins present at the base of the hair follicle, thus destroying the hair follicle's ability to grow new hairs.

UV Awareness Month ends today, but the summer sun shines on! Things to consider when discussing sunscreens with your clients:
* Sunscreens protect skin by creating a barrier between the sun's rays and your skin, and this barrier can be mineral, chemical or a hybrid of the two.
* Mineral ingredients are generally recognized as less irritable to skin; however, some individuals don't enjoy the thicker texture &/or appearance of these sunscreens. The two mineral active ingredients recognized as effective are zinc oxide & titanium oxide.
* Chemical active ingredients remain largely untested for safety and efficacy, but two have been deemed unsafe for sunscreen use and should be avoided: aminobenzoic acid (PABA) and trolamine salicylate.
* Another consideration for which active ingredients to choose depends on where they will be worn. Oxybenzone, octinoxate & octocrylene are three commonly used active ingredients that exacerbate coral reef bleaching and should not be worn when visiting the ocean.
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We are saddened to share that the American Electrology Association has decided to discontinue the Gold Probe Award. We are informed that "it no longer reflects the [original] purpose for which [the award] was initially established." As a result, the award will not be presented at the AEA meeting in Washington, D.C., in October. Please be assured, this change in no way diminishes our commitment to continuing our 35-year tradition of supporting and honoring electrologists and the electrolysis community.

, summer means Sun! Fun! Time with family & friends... and planning for the AEA Annual Convention! Registration closes Sept 30: https://convention.electrology.com

Annual Convention for Permanent Hair Removal Professionals | American Electrology Association American Electrology Association Annual Convention in New Orleans, LA | Information for permanent hair removal professionals

Hair removal methods such as tweezing, waxing, and threading cause damage at the point of the hair follicle, and the body's response is to fortify and heal the places where the trauma has occurred. Blood flow to the follicles increases, and the result is new and more virulent hair growth in the areas that have been epilated.

Electrolysis also introduces similar micro-injuries to the follicles being treated, but the result is very different! Electrolysis disables the stem cells that cause hair growth. Then, when the body's defensive response increases blood flow to the follicular area, the body merely heals the skin tissue without increasing hair growth.

Looking for ways to spend the day outside while keeping yourself safe in the sun? Here are The American Cancer Society's recommendations:
+ Check the UV Index when planning your day: The UV Index reports the strength of UV rays on a scale from 1 to 11+. The higher the number, the greater your risk of UV ray exposure and skin damage from the sun.
+ Seek shade: Limit your exposure to the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV rays are strongest.
+ Cover up: When you are out, wear clothing and a wide-brimmed hat to protect as much skin as possible. Protect your eyes with large framed or wrap-around sunglasses that block at least 99% of UV light.
+ Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher: Apply 30 minutes before going outside, reapply at least every 2 hours and after swimming or sweating.
+ Avoid tanning beds, booths, and sunlamps: They can cause long-term skin damage and increase the risk of skin cancer. (Source: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/latest-news/stay-sun-safe-this-summer.html)
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Spend Time Outside and Stay Sun-safe Spending time outdoors is part of a healthy, active life. Stay safe by protecting your skin from the sun.

Note your settings for each client and each location on a client's body. Then, the next time you work on that client in that area, you can start from your previous settings. This allows you to concentrate on removing hairs and connecting with your client rather than being interrupted by updates to settings.

, for your clients who are especially prone to postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), remind them of the importance of using appropriate sunscreen every day this summer! Since the heat caused by all modalities of electrolysis can activate the melanocytes already present in the skin cells arolund the hair follicle, it is crucial that clients prone to PIH use sunscreen to protect their already sensitized skin!
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