An assembly of devices intended to permanently remove unwanted body hair by destroying the dermal papilla (hair root) through application of an electric current at the tip of a fine needle electrode that is inserted close to the hair shaft, under the skin, and into the dermal papilla. It includes a mains electricity (AC-powered) control unit, a handpiece that connects to the control unit and holds the disposable electrode, and a foot-switch. The system is available in three types: galvanic (applies DC), thermolysis/high-frequency (applies AC), and blend (applies DC/AC combination). It is intended to be operated by a trained professional and may be referred to as an epilator.