Waxing Flashcards
What are the 2 main types of wax.?
Warm wax and hot wax
What is the safe working temperature for warm wax?
43degrees c
What is the correct working temperature for hot wax?
48degrees c
Which direction would you apply hot wax?
Against the hair growth
What is Telogen phase of hair?
The resting phase
Which direction would you apply warm wax?
With the direction of growth
In which direction would you remove wax/ or wax strips?
Against the direction of growth
Which wax is better for course hair?
Hot
Which wax is better for sensitive skin?
Hot
The skin helps to prevent heat loss through what?
Arecti pili contraction
What causes Erythema?
Dilation of the blood vessels
What is the production of sebum on the skins surface called?
Secretion
What is the cortex?
Cortex is the thicker layer made up of of several layers located between the hair cuticle and the medulla. It also contains melanin
Describe the cuticle structure of the hair
The cuticle is the outermost layer formed from dead skin cells, overlapping in layers
What is the medulla?
The medulla is the innermost layer, almost invisible. Soft and fragile
