Waxing Contra-Indications Flashcards
The definition of ‘contra-indication’
An identifiable reason why treatment may be unable to take place, or where caution is required.
The definition of ‘prevent’ in terms of contra-indications.
No treatment at all must take place - treatment is prevented.
The definition of ‘restrict’ in terms of contra-indications.
The treatment may need to be adapted - the treatment is restricted.
Reason for contra-indication - skin infections
Prevent treatment - risk of cross infection.
Reason for contra-indication - severe skin disorders
Prevent treatment - may make worse / cause secondary infection.
Contra-indication - ro-accutane
Oral acne medication, makes skin fragile. Prevents treatment.
Contra-indication - undiagnosed lumps / swellings
Requires GP diagnosis - prevents treatment
Contra-indication - retin-a or tetracycline medication
Topical acne medication / antibiotic medication - increases skin sensitivity - prevents treatment.
Contra-indication - diabetes
Endocrine disorder affecting blood sugar control. Skin is slow to heal and sensation may be impaired. Increased infection risk. GP consent required. Patch & thermal tests to be carried out.
Contra-indication - blood thinning medication / hemophilia.
Increased risk of bruising due to reduced blood clotting ability. GP consent required.
Contra-indication - defective circulation
Poor skin healing may occur due to reduced blood flow (symptom of heart disease, MS or diabetes). GP consent required.
Contra-indication - Epilepsy
Neurological condition which causes fitting, can be mildly affected (petit mal) or severely affected (grand mal). May require GP consent.
Contra-indication - mild skin disorders
Such as eczema or psoriasis - will restrict treatment, affected areas must be avoided.
Contra-indication - bruising
Caused by bleeding under the skin. Restricts treatment - working over a bruise may worsen it.
Contra-indication - varicose veins
Local circulatory disorder caused by defective valve, commonly affects the legs. Area must be avoided - risk of ulceration or thrombosis if treated.
Contra-indication - Thrombosis
Circulatory disorder - blood clot in a vein. Prevents treatment. If clot (thrombus) were to move to the heart, lungs or brain it may be fatal.
Contra-indication - Recent scar tissue
Scar less than 6 months old / still red & raised. Must be avoided as working over it may reopen the wound or delay healing.
Contra-indication - Broken bones, fractures & sprains
May cause unnecessary discomfort. Restricts treatment - area to be avoided.
Contra-indication - defective skin sensation
Damaged sensory nerves. Often related to diabetes. Increased risk of skin damage as client unable to tell if wax is too hot. Prevents treatment.
Contra-indication - product allergies.
Increased risk of allergic / adverse reaction. Detailed consultation & patch test required.
Contra-indication - recent acid peels (TCA, glycolic, PHA, salicylic, lactic, mandelic etc) / microdermabrasion.
Surface thickness of epidermis has been reduced, increased risk of sensitivity & skin damage. Restricts treatment - area to be avoided.
Contra-indication - recent tattoo / PMU (within 3 months)
Skin may still be healing. Working over area may remove pigment & increase risk of secondary infection. Restricts treatment.
Contra-indication - phlebitis
Circulatory disorder involving inflammation of the veins. Prevents treatment.
Contra-indication - cuts & abrasions
Must be avoided - may cause unnecessary discomfort, slow skin healing & increase risk of secondary infection. Restricts treatment.
Contra-indication - sunburn & windburn
May further damage already damaged skin & cause additional discomfort. Area to be avoided. Restricts treatment.
