Ch. 11: Hair Removal Flashcards
Waxing, shaving, and chemical depilatories are all examples of ____ hair removal.
temporary
The stage in which the hair begins to destroy itself as it disconnects from the papilla is called:
catagen phase
What is the phase in which the hair sheds, the follicle rests and prepares to resume to the anagen phase?
telogen phase
True or False: Chemical depilatories remove hair by decomposing the papilla
false
What method may be used to remove unwanted hair from smaller areas and can be very beneficial in finishing the eyebrow design?
tweezing
What type of wax is ideal for small areas and thinner, more sensitive skin?
hard wax
Blend, Galvanic, and thermolysis are all methods of ____.
electrolysis
A burst of energy destroys hair bulbs in which hair removal method?
photo-epilation hair removal
There is an (increased or decreased) risk of burning or scarring in photo-epilation hair removal.
decreased
What product sanitizes skin prior to the waxing service and removes buildup on the body from deodorants, body lotions and oils?
antiseptic preparation
(Low or High) blood pressure is a contraindication to waxing.
High
What should be the first step taken in a basic waxing procedure?
wash and sanitize hands
To prepare the client’s skin for a waxing procedure, apply a(n):
antiseptic
For a hair removal service, apply wax with a clean spatula in what direction?
in the direction of the hair growth
When removing the strip during a waxing procedure, pull skin taut and remove the strip quickly in what direction?
in the opposite direction of the hair growth
The hair follicle originates in the ___ where it is rooted in the papilla bulb.
dermis
What is excessive growth of hair on various areas of the body as a result of hormonal imbalances known as?
Hirsutism
What is excessive hair growth that is genetically determined and occurs
anywhere on the body?
Hypertrichosis
hair that grows on the scalp
Capilli
thick, course hair that grows on the face to
form a beard
barba
eyelash hair
Cilia
eyebrow hair
Supercilia
soft, downy hair on the body at birth
Lanugo
thin, soft, unpigmented hair covering the body
Vellus
thicker, pigmented hair that grows on areas
of the body after puberty
Terminal
What is the longest phase of hair growth?
anagen
What is the shortest phase of hair growth?
catagen
Methods seeking permanent hair removal only destroy the hairs in the follicle that are in the ___ phase.
anagen
How do hair lighteners (bleach) chemically lighten the hair?
by removing the pigment
How long do the results of tweezing last?
3-8 weeks
Waxing services have a __% profit margin in the skin care center.
90%
Strips can be used how many times on the same client?
at least twice
Hard wax is most commonly used for hair removal in what area?
face
What service utilizes 100% cotton thread that is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin?
threading
Product adheres only to hair and results last 4-6 weeks in what hair removal method?
sugaring
What method of removal requires a small needle to be inserted into
the follicle?
electrolysis
person specializing in electrolysis
electrologist
The ___ method of ___ destroys the hair by decomposing the papilla.
Galvanic; electrolysis
The current is on for 30 seconds to 2.5 minutes in which electrolysis method?
Galvanic
The ___ method is also referred to as high frequency/short-wave method.
thermolysis
How long does the current travel in thermolysis?
less than a second
The client feels only a “flash” of heat in ___.
electrolysis: thermolysis
Which electrolysis method offers the best results to clients with excessive or resistant hair growth?
blend
Between laser and photo-epilation/pulsed light, which carries less risk of burning or scarring?
photo-epilation
The 3 stages of hair growth are _____,
____ and _____.
anagen, catagen, telogen
The condition of unwanted or superfluous hair is referred to as ____.
hypertrichosis
True or False: Electrolysis is a form of permanent hair removal using electric current to damage cells of the papilla and disrupt hair growth.
true
An ingrown hair also called ____ ____ is
hair that grows underneath into the surrounding skin, resulting in a ____ or ____.
barbae folliculitis; bump or inflammation
Basic preparation for waxing is to first ___________ the service area.
disinfect
Apply the wax, holding the spatula firmly at a
______˚ angle.
45
After you wash and sanitize your hands you then _______ the client.
drape
Apply ___________ to the area immediately after removing the strip.
pressure
Warm wax at least ______ minutes before client arrives.
30
