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Ch. 11: Hair Removal Flashcards

1
Q

Waxing, shaving, and chemical depilatories are all examples of ____ hair removal.

A

temporary

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2
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The stage in which the hair begins to destroy itself as it disconnects from the papilla is called:

A

catagen phase

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3
Q

What is the phase in which the hair sheds, the follicle rests and prepares to resume to the anagen phase?

A

telogen phase

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4
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True or False: Chemical depilatories remove hair by decomposing the papilla

A

false

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5
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What method may be used to remove unwanted hair from smaller areas and can be very beneficial in finishing the eyebrow design?

A

tweezing

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6
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What type of wax is ideal for small areas and thinner, more sensitive skin?

A

hard wax

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7
Q

Blend, Galvanic, and thermolysis are all methods of ____.

A

electrolysis

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8
Q

A burst of energy destroys hair bulbs in which hair removal method?

A

photo-epilation hair removal

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9
Q

There is an (increased or decreased) risk of burning or scarring in photo-epilation hair removal.

A

decreased

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10
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What product sanitizes skin prior to the waxing service and removes buildup on the body from deodorants, body lotions and oils?

A

antiseptic preparation

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11
Q

(Low or High) blood pressure is a contraindication to waxing.

A

High

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12
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What should be the first step taken in a basic waxing procedure?

A

wash and sanitize hands

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13
Q

To prepare the client’s skin for a waxing procedure, apply a(n):

A

antiseptic

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14
Q

For a hair removal service, apply wax with a clean spatula in what direction?

A

in the direction of the hair growth

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15
Q

When removing the strip during a waxing procedure, pull skin taut and remove the strip quickly in what direction?

A

in the opposite direction of the hair growth

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16
Q

The hair follicle originates in the ___ where it is rooted in the papilla bulb.

A

dermis

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17
Q

What is excessive growth of hair on various areas of the body as a result of hormonal imbalances known as?

A

Hirsutism

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18
Q

What is excessive hair growth that is genetically determined and occurs
anywhere on the body?

A

Hypertrichosis

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19
Q

hair that grows on the scalp

A

Capilli

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20
Q

thick, course hair that grows on the face to

form a beard

A

barba

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21
Q

eyelash hair

A

Cilia

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22
Q

eyebrow hair

A

Supercilia

23
Q

soft, downy hair on the body at birth

A

Lanugo

24
Q

thin, soft, unpigmented hair covering the body

A

Vellus

25
Q

thicker, pigmented hair that grows on areas

of the body after puberty

A

Terminal

26
Q

What is the longest phase of hair growth?

A

anagen

27
Q

What is the shortest phase of hair growth?

A

catagen

28
Q

Methods seeking permanent hair removal only destroy the hairs in the follicle that are in the ___ phase.

A

anagen

29
Q

How do hair lighteners (bleach) chemically lighten the hair?

A

by removing the pigment

30
Q

How long do the results of tweezing last?

A

3-8 weeks

31
Q

Waxing services have a __% profit margin in the skin care center.

A

90%

32
Q

Strips can be used how many times on the same client?

A

at least twice

33
Q

Hard wax is most commonly used for hair removal in what area?

A

face

34
Q

What service utilizes 100% cotton thread that is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin?

A

threading

35
Q

Product adheres only to hair and results last 4-6 weeks in what hair removal method?

A

sugaring

36
Q

What method of removal requires a small needle to be inserted into
the follicle?

A

electrolysis

37
Q

person specializing in electrolysis

A

electrologist

38
Q

The ___ method of ___ destroys the hair by decomposing the papilla.

A

Galvanic; electrolysis

39
Q

The current is on for 30 seconds to 2.5 minutes in which electrolysis method?

A

Galvanic

40
Q

The ___ method is also referred to as high frequency/short-wave method.

A

thermolysis

41
Q

How long does the current travel in thermolysis?

A

less than a second

42
Q

The client feels only a “flash” of heat in ___.

A

electrolysis: thermolysis

43
Q

Which electrolysis method offers the best results to clients with excessive or resistant hair growth?

A

blend

44
Q

Between laser and photo-epilation/pulsed light, which carries less risk of burning or scarring?

A

photo-epilation

45
Q

The 3 stages of hair growth are _____,

____ and _____.

A

anagen, catagen, telogen

46
Q

The condition of unwanted or superfluous hair is referred to as ____.

A

hypertrichosis

47
Q

True or False: Electrolysis is a form of permanent hair removal using electric current to damage cells of the papilla and disrupt hair growth.

A

true

48
Q

An ingrown hair also called ____ ____ is

hair that grows underneath into the surrounding skin, resulting in a ____ or ____.

A

barbae folliculitis; bump or inflammation

49
Q

Basic preparation for waxing is to first ___________ the service area.

A

disinfect

50
Q

Apply the wax, holding the spatula firmly at a

______˚ angle.

A

45

51
Q

After you wash and sanitize your hands you then _______ the client.

A

drape

52
Q

Apply ___________ to the area immediately after removing the strip.

A

pressure

53
Q

Warm wax at least ______ minutes before client arrives.

A

30

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