Chapter 11: Hair Removal Flashcards
Consumers in the United States spend millions of dollars per year on..
Hair removal products and services
Hair follicle Is a mass of epidermal cells forming a
small tube or canal
Is a thick club-shaped structure made from epithelial cells that surround the papilla.
Hair bulb
Is soft Downy hair found on the fetus
Lanugo
The result of the activity of cells found in the basal layer
Hair growth
is the growth stage during which new hair is produced
The anagen phase
This phase is the transition stage of hair growth
Catagen phase
Hair growth occurs in three stages:
Anagen
catagen
telogen
The shortest part of the hair growth
Catagen phase
This phase is the final or resting stage of hair growth
Telogen
This stage is the most important stage for Estheticians and effective hair removal is moving. Removing hair during this stage will be more effective for long-term reduction.
Anagen stage
Is excessive hair growth on the face chest, under arms, and groin especially in women
Hirsutism
Medical conditions related to excessive androgen production that affect hair growth are..
Acromegaly and crushing syndrome
Methods of hair removal fall into two general categories: 
Temporary and permanent
It’s a process for moving hair at or near the level of the skin.
Depilation (Dep-uh-lay-shun)
This method is when the hair is removed down to the skin surface
Shaving
An infection of hair follicles
Folliculitis
Uses alternating current
Thermolysis
Utilizes direct current from the prob, which creates a chemical reaction of sodium hydroxide also known as lye.
Galvanic electrolysis
Hard wax should be used in small areas such as:
(Eyebrows)
bikini area
Axillae
Waxes may also include additives such as..
- Azulene and chamomile- sensitive skin
- Tea Tree Oil- soothing and antiseptic benefits
Is the technique that utilizes the wax that has built up on the muslin or pellon strip to remove the more obvious hair, while leaving shorter hair behind
Blending
Following waxing clients should avoid..
Sun exposure
tanning booths
exfoliation
creams with fragrance or other ingredients that may be irritating, and excessive heat for at least 24 to 48 hours if any redness or irritation is present
waxing should not be performed on clients who have
Varicose Veins Inflamed or irritated skin Moles Warts Abrasions
A calming product for post care wax
Aloe vera gel
What type of gloves should be used during waxing
Vinyl or nitrile gloves, not latex
Correctly shaping eyebrows can enhance
Natural beauty and attractiveness
Scientific study of hair and its diseases is called
Trichology
Sugaring is a pro because
It is water-soluble for easy clean up
Produces a quick flash of light
IPL (intense pulsed light