Depilation Test Flashcards
What is the working temp of strip wax?
Approximately 40-43 degrees Celsius
What is the working temp of hot wax ?
Approximately 50 degrees Celsius
Who is strip wax best suited for?
People with vellus/longer hair, and people who want larger areas of their body waxed.
What is a benefit and advantage of using strip wax?
It is a much quicker application as you don’t need to wait for it to set and you can use a roller.
Who is hot wax best suited for?
People who have thicker/ more course hair (terminal hair)
What is a benefit and advantage of using hot wax?
It can remove shorter hairs more efficiently, it is less likely to cause a reaction.
What are 10 contraindications to waxing?
-sunburn
-varicose veins
-roaccutane
-open wounds
-bites/stings
-raised moles/skintags
-warts
-recent scars
-skin irritations
-allergy’s
What are the characteristics of lanugo hair?
Found on a fetus, has no medulla, fine and soft, lacks pigment, covers whole body.
What are the characteristics of vellus hair?
Replaces lanugo at birth, soft and fine, covers entire body except palms and soles of feet, often unpigmented.
What are the characteristics of terminal hair?
Replaces vellus hair and puberty and menopause, grows for a deep follicle, has a dermal papilla and erector, hair is long and course and has a medulla.
What is happening during the anagen stage of hair growth?
GROWING-Nourished by dermal papilla, germinating cells become active in the matrix making the bulb, hair shaft continues to grow until stage is over.
What is happening during the Catagen stage of hair growth?
CHANGING-dermal papilla separates and withdraws from matrix, end of hair frays, lasts 2-4 weeks, hair shrinks, less pigment, root is dry, inner root sheath disintegrates.
What is happening during the telogen stage of hair growing?
RESTING-stopped growing, young papilla is forming, follicle moves to reach source of nourishment, hair is lighter and smaller, lacks melanin and is dry.
What are 10 examples of health and safety precautions for waxing?
-heater to be positioned firmly in troller
-make sure heater isn’t near flammable material
-make sure cords are tucked away
-wax temperature is checked regularly
-if there is a wax spillage clean up straight away
-wax heather must be cleaned after use
-dispose of all waste products immediately
-wash hands before and after treatment
-wear gloves
-sanitise skin before treatment
What home are advise will you give your client?
-wash or shower in lukewarm water
-do not use soap as it can irritate skin
-do not self tan, moisturise or use deodorant for 24hrs
-do not expose area to ugly rays fir 24hrs
-do not wear tight fitted clothing fir 24hrs
-do not swim in public pool or spa
-any concerns or reactions contact clinic immediately
