Chapter 11: Hair Removal

Question 1

All of the following are temporary hair removal procedures EXCEPT: 
A) shaving
B) tweezing
C) electrolysis
D) chemical depilatories

Answer 1

C) electrolysis

Question 2

Which of the following is caused by hormonal imbalances, and typically affects women by causing dark hair to grow in areas of the body such as the face, arms, legs, and back?

Answer 2

Hirsutism

Question 3

Excessive hair growth which is genetically determined is called:

Answer 3

Hypertrichosis

Question 4

Which of the following is hair that grows on the scalp?

Answer 4

Capilli

Question 5

Thick, coarse hair that grows on the face to form a beard is called:

Answer 5

Barba

Question 6

Which of the following is eyelash hair?

Answer 6

Cilia

Question 7

Eyebrow hair is called:

Answer 7

Supercilia

Question 8

Soft, downy hair on the body at birth is called:

Answer 8

Lanugo

Question 9

Which of the following is thin, soft, unpigmented hair covering the body?

Answer 9

Vellus

Question 10

Which of the following is thicker, pigmented hair that grows on areas of the body after puberty?

Answer 10

Terminal

Question 11

All of the following are phases of the hair life cycle EXCEPT:
A) telogen phase
B) anagen phase
C) catagen phase
D) delivery phase

Answer 11

D) delivery phase

Question 12

The first and longest phase where hair actively grows is called:

Answer 12

Anagen phase

Question 13

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

Answer 13

Catagen phase

Question 14

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

Answer 14

Telogen phase

Question 15

In which type of temporary hair removal technique does hair usually grow back within 24 to 48 hours?

Answer 15

Shaving

Question 16

All of the following statements are true about a chemical depilatory EXCEPT:
A) regrow th will occur within several days
B) it removes hair by decomposing the papilla
C) thioglycolic acid derivative is the main ingredient
D) a patch test must be performed prior to application

Answer 16

B) it removes hair by decomposing the papilla

Question 17

How long are chemical depilatories generally left on the skin?

Answer 17

10 minutes

Question 18

Which of the following chemically lightens the hair by removing pigment?

Answer 18

Bleach

Question 19

Which of the following may be used to remove unwanted hair from smaller areas and can be very beneficial in finishing the eyebrow design?

Answer 19

Tweezing

Question 20

The most popular waxing service in the skin care center is the:

Answer 20

Upper lip

Question 21

The majority of professional waxing services are performed with:

Answer 21

Soft wax

Question 22

Which of the following is ideal for small areas and thinner, more sensitive skin?

Answer 22

Hard wax

Question 23

An ancient method of hair removal using a cotton thread is called:

Answer 23

Threading

Question 24

Which of the following is a hair removal technique that involves applying a paste to the skin in a rolling motion?

Answer 24

Sugaring

Question 25

How long does the sugaring method of hair removal generally last?

Answer 25

4 to 6 weeks

Question 26

Which of the following is a method of hair removal that requires the technician to insert a small needle into each hair follicle?

Answer 26

Electrolysis

Question 27

A person who specializes in electrolysis is called a(n):

Answer 27

Electrologist

Question 28

A necessity for preventing irreparable damage while performing any type of electrolysis is:

Answer 28

Proper training

Question 29

``` All of the following are methods of electrolysis EXCEPT: A) blend B) Galvanic C) thermolysis D) photo-epilation ```

Answer 29

D) photo-epilation

Question 30

Which of the following destroys the hair by using 12 to 14 needles to decompose the papilla?

Answer 30

Galvanic method

Question 31

Galvanic electrolysis is also known as:

Answer 31

The "multiple-needle" process

Question 32

All of the following statements about Galvanic electrolysis are true EXCEPT: A) current is on for 30 seconds to 2.5 minutes B) a high-level current passes into the needle C) it destroys the hair be decomposing the papilla D) l12 to 14 needles are inserted into individual follicles at a time

Answer 32

B) a high-level current passes into the needle

Question 33

Which of the following methods involves inserting a single needle into the hair follicle?

Answer 33

Thermolysis method

Question 34

All of the following statements about thermolysis are true EXCEPT: A) client feels only a tiny "flash" of heat B) involves inserting a single needle into the follicles C) current travels to the papilla for less than a second D) the wire used is substantially thicker than the electrolysis probe

Answer 34

D) the wire used is substantially thicker than the electrolysis probe

Question 35

The method which consists of a combination of Galvanic and short-wave current is called:

Answer 35

Blend method

Question 36

Which of the following methods offers best results to clients with excessive or resistant hair growth?

Answer 36

Blend method

Question 37

The hair removal treatment using wavelengths of light to penetrate and diminish or destroy hair bulbs is called:

Answer 37

Laser hair removal method

Question 38

Laser treatment works best on hair that is in the:

Answer 38

Anagen stage

Question 39

All of the following statements about photo-epilation hair removal are true EXCEPT: A) a burst of energy destroys hair bulbs B) it does not use a constant beam of light C) large areas of the body can be treated rapidly D) there is an increased risk of burning or scarring

Answer 39

D) there is an increased risk of burning or scarring

Question 40

Which of the following eliminates wax residue from the skin?

Answer 40

Wax remover

Question 41

Which of the following slows the growth of hair after waxing?

Answer 41

Hair growth retardant

Question 42

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for safety and sanitation during waxing procedures? A) discard anything that cannot be sanitized B) perform a parch test prior to performing service C) wax eyelids, nipples, or inside of the nose or ears D) always test the temperature of heated wax on your wrist before application

Answer 42

C) wax eyelids, nipples, or inside of the nose or ears

Question 43

``` All of the following are contraindications to waxing EXCEPT: A) sunburn B) active Herpes C) varicose veins D) low blood pressure ```

Answer 43

D) low blood pressure

Question 44

Which of the following is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system is impaired or begins to fight itself?

Answer 44

Lupus

Question 45

Which of the following should be the first step taken in a basic waxing procedure?

Answer 45

Wash and sanitize hands