Hair Removal

Question 1

Where do women typically want hair removed?

Answer 1

Women want hair removed from their eyebrows, upper lip, cheeks, chin, neck, underarms, navel, bikini line, buttocks and legs.

Question 2

Where do men typically want hair removed?

Answer 2

Men typically want hair removed from their backs, shoulders, and chest. They may also want their arms and legs waxed to facilitate faster competition times if they compete in sports.

Question 3

What is epilation?

Answer 3

Epilation is removal of hair by the root. Methods would include waxing, sugaring, threading and tweezing.

Question 4

What is depilation?

Answer 4

Depilation is removal of hair only at the skin surface. Methods would include shaving, cutting, abrasive gloves and depilatory creams.

Question 5

What is the anagen phase of hair growth?

Answer 5

The anagen phase of hair growth is the growth stage during with new hair is produced.

Question 6

What is the catagen phase of hair growth?

Answer 6

Catagen phase is the regression stage of hair growth in which the hair detaches itself from the matrix.

Question 7

What is the telogen phase of hair growth?

Answer 7

The telogen phase is the final resting stage of hair growth. At the telogen stage the upper follicle usually rests until stimulated to begin a new cycle.

Question 8

What are the three major physiological changes that occur during a women’s lifetime that cause hair growth problems?

Answer 8

In most cases a women’s hair problem if not hereditary will occur during puberty, pregnancy, or menopause. They are the three major physiological changes, which can occur during a women’s lifetime.

Question 9

What is the adrenal gland the source of and what is it capable of?

Answer 9

The adrenal gland for both sexes is the source of the androgen hormone which is capable of stimulating face and body hair.

Question 10

What happens to hair growth when a person is under stress?

Answer 10

It has been found that people under stress often develop heavier growths of hair than they would under normal conditions.

Question 11

What is vellus hair?

Answer 11

Vellus hair is soft downy hair type found on the face. They lack pigment and grow for a shallow depth.

Question 12

What is lanugo?

Answer 12

Lanugo is a soft downy hair type found on babies.

Question 13

What is terminal hair?

Answer 13

Terminal hair are deep seated coarse hairs which grow from the scalp, underarms, and pubic regions. They have a well-developed root.

Question 14

What is hypertrichosis?

Answer 14

Hypertrichosis is there term used to describe excessive and abnormal growth of hair on any part of the body which is more than is usually seen in individuals of the same sex, age and race.

Question 15

What is superfluous hair?

Answer 15

Superfluous hair is excessive hair which is normal for their age and sex, but is simply undesirable socially.

Question 16

What is hirsutism?

Answer 16

Hirsutism is growth of an unusual amount of hair on parts of the body normally bearing only vellus hair.

Question 17

What are some methods of hair removal?

Answer 17

Strip waxing, hard waxing, sugaring, threading, electrolysis, laser.

Question 18

What is strip waxing? What is strip wax made up of, and how should it be applied?

Answer 18

One of the most popular methods of hair removal is strip waxing or soft waxing. Soft waxing has a lower melting point and they remain soft on the skin.

Formulas are derived from resins (from pine trees or vegetable resins), beeswax, paraffin, and other substances. Waxes may include additives to address the needs of different skin types. Azulene or lavender may be used for sensitive skins. Tee tree may be added for an antiseptic benefit. Most soft waxes are oil soluble.

This method of application requires that a thin coat of wax be applied on the skin. Remove the wax immediately with a muslin, pellon, or cotton strip. Pull against hair growth.

Question 19

What are hard waxes and how do you apply them?

Answer 19

Hard waxes are available in blocks, pellets, or disks. They must be heated prior to application. The harder the wax, the more heat is required for melting.

Hard waxes are applied by layering to the thickness of a nickel in a figure 8 pattern. Allow it to harden for a few moments. Pull the wax against the hair growth. No strip is required.

Question 20

What is sugaring?

Answer 20

Sugaring is an ancient method of hair removal dating back to the Egyptians. The original recipe is a mixture of sugar, lemon juice, and water, heated to form a syrup. The mixture is molded into a ball and pressed onto the skin then quickly removed with the hair growth.

Question 21

What is threading?

Answer 21

Threading is an ancient method of hair removal practiced in eastern cultures. It works by using 100% cotton thread that is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin, entwining the hair in the thread and lifting it out of the follicle.

Question 22

What is electrolysis?

Answer 22

Electrolysis is a process of permanently removing hair with the aid of electricity. The electrologist inserts a probe (a fine needle) into the hair follicle. The papilla is destroyed by galvanic (direct current) causing a chemical action, or high frequency causing electro coagulation. This treatment should only be done by a trained electrologist.

Question 23

What is laser hair removal?

Answer 23

Laser is the newest form of hair removal; it has only been around since the mid-1990’s. There are a variety of lasers available and updates are constant. A laser beam that has an attraction to pigment is pulsed on the skin, impairing the hair follicles. Laser has not been around long enough to be deems as permanent. It is therefore called permanent reduction.

Question 24

If a client is using a product with glycolic acid what should be recommended before waxing?

Answer 24

Recommend client discontinue glycolic products for one week prior to waxing; resume use one week after waxing. Warn of possible sensitivity.

Question 25

What are three possible negative side effects from waxing you should always remind your client of?

Answer 25

1. Redness and follicular edema will fade over the next 24-48 hours.
2. Reduced tan and slight peeling of skin may occur.
3. Folliculitis (a bacterial infection of the hair follicle) may occur if area is not kept clean. Avoid touching, wearing makeup and perspiring in newly waxed area for 24 hours.

Question 26

What are 6 steps to proper home car that you should always let your client know?

Answer 26

1. Avoid lotions, soaps, makeup, perfumes, or deodorants on treated areas for approximately 24 hours.
2. Suggest client uses a loofah or other form of exfoliation and a moisturizer to prevent ingrown hairs after 24 hours.
3. Avoid sun tanning, bathing in hot showers of tubs for 24 hours.
4. Recommend your client return regularly for treatment.
5. Time decreases growth, unlike shaving a regrowth of softer finer hair will result.
6. Avoid wearing tight clothing over newly treated areas to minimize risk of irritation and ingrown hairs.

Question 27

What are 5 things you should do before you begin treatment?

Answer 27

1. Have client fill out consultation card.
2. Inform client about possible negative side effects.
3. Check contra-indications to waxing.
4. Inform client about home care.
5. Recommend that your client return regularly for treatment.

Question 28

If wax is applied in error how do you remove it?

Answer 28

Use petroleum jelly or oil based after wax on any area where wax is placed in error, and work wax off.

Question 29

Prior to applying the wax you will want to do a few things to prep the skin and make sure the wax is ready. What are those steps?

Answer 29

1. Test the wax temperature to prevent burning.
2. Make sure the area is dry and the hair is drawn away from the skin.
3. Always use a prewax product to cleanse area before waxing - finish with an after wax product.
4. Dust the area to be waxed with baby powder or cornstarch.

Question 30

What must be worn by the esthetician when waxing?

Answer 30

Protective gloves.

Question 31

When using a spatula what should you do to avoid mess and what should you never do with a spatula?

Answer 31

When dipping your spatula into wax, clean the underside of the spatula by running it over the rim, then rock it sideways to break off threads of wax.

Never double dip spatulas.

Question 32

What should you do before removing the epilating strip? And what is the best way to remove the epilating strip? What should you do immediately following strip removal?

Answer 32

Hold skin as taut as possible before pulling the epilating strip.

Keep elbow and wrist straight when removing epilating strip from waxed area extending your arm to the full length in the pulling motion.

Immediately apply firm pressure to areas after epilating.

Question 33

How should you keep your waxing area?

Answer 33

Keep your waxing area clean and organized.

Question 34

What are some things you should avoid doing when it comes to waxing? (Waxing don’ts)

Answer 34

1. Never wax a client with contraindications, unless with a physicians permission.
2. Don’t wax over an area more than once.
3. Waxing should not be done more often than once every 14 days.
4. Never wax eyelids, and inside of the nose.
5. Never apply pressure with just fingertips (this will cause bruising). Use full flat hand.
6. Do not continue waxing if skin is abnormally tender or if extreme peeling has occurred.
7. Do not allow client to scratch area. Because of increase blood circulation it may cause itching. This will irritate skin. If hives occur apply cool compress, or suggest client take an antihistamine if severe.

Question 35

What must you do immediately after you remove the wax strip?

Answer 35

Immediately after removing the strip, place your other hand quickly over the area to block nerves from sensing pain, and lessen blood flow to the area to prevent bruising.

Question 36

How long does it take leg hair to grow back after waxing?

Answer 36

After waxing it typically takes leg hair 4 to 6 weeks to regrow. However, if it is a first time waxing they may have regrowth in 1-2 weeks.