Wax and Cosmetics Flashcards
Should closely approximate the light refractive characteristics of skin.
Restorative Waxes
Various waxes, oils, starch, pigments, and scent.
Composition of Restorative Waxes
Like grease and will not adhere to tissues which are not firm and dry.
Properties of Restorative Waxes
- Soft (surface restorer)
- Medium (restorative)
- Firm (wound filler)
- Lip-wax
Types of Restorative Waxes
For small surface repairs.
Soft (Surface Restorer)
Firmer wax.
Medium (Restorative)
The hardest wax.
Firm (Wound Filler)
Very soft.
Lip Wax
Match the color of the wax to be used with the color of the applied cosmetics.
When Applying Restorative Waxes
- Selecting the color of wax
- Mixing colored waxes
- Mixing a cream cosmetic with wax
Matching wax to cosmetics is best as it is noticed when:
Will eliminate the need for matching since both surfaces will be masked by its application.
Opaque Cosmetics
Examine a thick, smooth sample.
To check the color of the wax with the applied coloring
- The color of the wax should be a little less vivid (slightly lighter) than the applied coloring.
- Adjunct by the superficial application of the colorant that is lacking.
If you plan to approximate the wax color and make corrections after application:
It is much easier to __1__ wax than it is to make it __2__.
- Darken
- Lighter
- One color matching
- Two color matching
- Multi color matching
Selection and Matching With Colored Wax
Some are:
- Made to match approximate complexion colors.
- To be mixed together.
- To be mixed with cosmetics.
The colored waxes available are intended for different uses.
Waxes made to match approximate complexion colors.
- Straw-colored wax
- Other colors
One Color Matching
- Many caucasians
- Light-skin African-Americans
- Asians
Straw-colored Wax is Effective on Many complexions
- Razor burns
- Sutured incisions
- Small lacerations
- Abrasions
Straw-colored Wax is Effective for Many Surface Restorations:
Those who purchase the entire range of colored waxes will be able to accomodate a wider range of complexions:
- Dark
- Medium or Dark (African-American)
- Dark Asian
Other Colors of Wax
Mixing two colors of wax together when one color is not sufficient.
- “Bulk” color
- Second color
Two Color Matching
This is the first wax selected, that should be the closest to the applied coloring:
- Lighter or least vivid is desirable
“Bulk” Color
This darker (or more vivid) color is gradually mixed into the bulk color to obtain the desired color.
The Second Color
Used chiefly for large scale restorations.
- Supplies a great latitude in solving “problem” cases.
- “Color Complex”
Multi-Color Matching
Basic colors of wax available from some manufacturers.
- White
- Yellow
- Red
- Brown
“Color Complex”
Another technique for wax coloring.
Cosmetics Mixed with Wax
The same transparent cream cosmetic or pigment powder used for the complexion coloring may be mixed with the wax.
When no Discoloration is Involved