Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) - FAQ

Why does PMOS hair keep growing back, and can electrolysis fix it?

Because PMOS is a systemic metabolic condition, your body continuously signals dormant follicles to switch on and grow coarse, male-pattern hair. Traditional temporary hair removal methods (like waxing, threading, or plucking) only remove the hair strand, leaving the underlying hyper-activated follicle intact.

Electrolysis is the only 100% permanent hair removal method recognised by medical professionals. At our clinic, we use the medical-grade Apilus xCell 27.12 MHz console, which delivers an ultra-precise electrical current directly into the germinative cells of the hair root. By completely destroying the follicle's ability to regenerate, we stop androgen-driven hair permanently, regardless of your ongoing hormone fluctuations.

Why choose the Apilus 27.12 MHz system over laser hair removal?

Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment in the hair, but it carries a severe, documented risk for PMOS clients known as paradoxical hypertrichosis. This occurs when the scattered light energy of a laser accidentally stimulates nearby, dormant hormonal peach fuzz, causing it to grow back much thicker and darker.

Our Apilus xCell system operates at a rapid 27.12 MHz frequency, which relies on localised thermal energy inside the follicle rather than light waves. Zero Risk of Stimulated Growth: It completely eliminates the risk of laser-induced paradoxical hair growth.

I have sensitive skin and acne from PMOS. Will this hurt or scar?

Hormonal imbalances from PMOS frequently lead to oily skin, acne, slow healing, and a higher risk of hyperpigmentation (dark marks). Older 13.56 MHz electrolysis machines could cause substantial skin redness and swelling because their current lasted too long. The Apilus xCell is a revolutionary change for client comfort and safety:

• Millisecond Pulses: The 27.12 MHz frequency operates six times faster than traditional epilators. The current is delivered in rapid milliseconds—reducing than the brain’s pain receptors to fully register it.
• Surface Protection: The heat is tightly localised in the follicle addressing the dermal papilla and bulge, perfectly protecting the sensitive skin surface from thermal damage, scarring, or pigment changes. Additionally, Pro-Tec insulated probes are used which ensure the reaction takes place below the surface of the skin.
• Integrated Healing: The console features built-in cataphoresis treatment. Immediately following your clearance, we use a soothing ionisation technique to calm redness, tighten pores, and prevent post-treatment bacterial breakouts. (Providing there are no contraindications)
  

I have spent years plucking my facial hair. Can this still be treated?

Yes. Chronic plucking or waxing of coarse hormonal hair causes the hair root to twist and distort beneath the skin surface, making it difficult for standard electrolysis machines to treat effectively.

The Apilus xCell console features advanced, customisable modalities. These settings allow us to perfectly modulate the reaction to travel completely down bent or distorted canals, ensuring progressive destruction, even if the follicle has been damaged by tweezing.

How many sessions will I need to see results?

Because PMOS causes hair to grow in asynchronous waves, permanent clearance requires a series of targeted sessions. However, because the Apilus xCell concentrates energy with absolute surgical precision, it achieves a significantly higher success rate per follicle than older machines. Progress is continuously assessed throughout your treatment. However, it is not possible say how many sessions will be required due to many variables. 

Further information from the NHS is here