Hair removal Flashcards

1
Q

The scientific study of hair is called…

A

Trichology

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2
Q

Hair growth is created by the activity of cells in…

A

Basal Layer

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3
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What is the name for the thick club shaped structure made from epithelial cells?

A

Hair bulb

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4
Q

A hair follicle is a mass of epidermal cells, extending down into the dermis and forming what?

A

Tube

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5
Q

Most common hair removal method?

A

Waxing

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6
Q

Lanugo is…

A

Short, fine, downy hair

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7
Q

The resting stage of hair growth is…

A

Telogen

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8
Q

Long term hair reduction is most effective when hairs are removed in what stage?

A

Anagen

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9
Q

What helps skin supple and waterproof?

A

Sebaceous glands

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10
Q

Hirsutism is..

A

Excessive hair growth

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11
Q

What disease affects hair growth?

A

Cushing Syndrome

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12
Q

Two types of hair removal are..

A

Temporary and permanent

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13
Q

Galvanic, Thermolysis and blend are 3 methods of hair removal used by this method

A

Electrolysis

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14
Q

IPL hair removal involves the use of..

A

Short, powerful bursts of light

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15
Q

What is depilation?

A

Removing the hair at or near the surface of the skin

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16
Q

Name a method of epilation..

A

Shaving

17
Q

What hair removal process can cause folliculitis?

A

Shaving

18
Q

Common ingredients added to wax is…

A

Chamomile, azulene and tea tree oil

19
Q

sugar paste is easy to clean up because it is…

A

Water soluble

20
Q

Hard wax is the preferred wax for..

A

Face

21
Q

What is the method of utilizing wax that has built up wax on muslin?

A

Blending

22
Q

What are some post waxing materials

A

Products with tea tree oil and soothing lotions

23
Q

What are some contraindications for waxing?

A

Varicose veins, open lesions, eczema, psoriasis

24
Q

Never apply wax over…

A

Warts, moles, abrasions, or inflamed skin

25
Q

Aftercare for waxing ..

A

Don’t exfoliate for 48 hrs, avoid the sun, avoid scented creams and avoid excessive sweating

26
Q

Shaping eyebrows are important because they…

A

Can enhance natural beauty and attractiveness

27
Q

What type of gloves are recommended for hair removal?

A

Vinyl