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Fundamentals and Importance of Hair Removal and Waxing. Identifying model of hair follicle and its growth cycle.

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Which scientific term studies hair and its diseases?

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Trichology

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A mass of epidermal cells forms a small tube/canal into the dermis called a…

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hair follicle

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Which unit contains the hair follicle and its appendages?

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the Pilosebaceous Unit

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What canal produces the follicle and hair matrix where cell mitosis occurs?

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Follicular Canal

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What anchors hair to skin cells?

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the Hair Root

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What thick club-shaped structure is made from epithelial cells surrounding the papilla that contains dividing cells from mitosis for hair to grow? (Hint: lowest part of the hair follicle)

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the Hair Bulb

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What cone-shaped structure in elevation contains capillaries and nerves which are necessary for hair growth and nourishment?

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the Hair Papilla

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Identify the part of the hair structure that is located above the surface of the skin and is made up of 3 layers

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the Hair Shaft

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List the 3 layers of the HAIR SHAFT from bottom to top and give a brief of their role

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B) Cuticle: outermost layer (hard keratin formation)
M) Cortex: middle layer (hard keratin)
T) Medulla: center and innermost layer (soft keratin)

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FUN FACT: not everyone has a…

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Medulla

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What gland secretes sebum (waxy substance) that lubricates the skin and hair? (Hint: keeps skin supple and waterproof from external factors)

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the Sebaceous Gland

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Which muscle contracts when in contact with the cold or other stimuli that forces hair follicles to stand erect? (Hint: GOOSEBUMPS & WARMTH)

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the Arrector Pili

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Identify the difference between vellus and lanugo hair?

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Lanugo hair is only found on babies and sheds. Vellus hair is not soft.

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Identify the difference between terminal and vellus hair?

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Terminal hair grows longer, coarser, and darker on the head, brows, genitals, and legs. Vellus hairs are found on forearms, cheeks, lips, back of palms, and back of ears.

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FUN FACT: which process creates terminal hairs?

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Puberty/Hormone Changes

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Hair growth CYCLES can be determined by multiple factors. Identify a few of those listed factors.

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AGE, GENETICS, HORMONES, HEALTH, Rx DRUGS

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What is the first phase of the hair growth cycle (HGC) that produces new hair and keratinized cells?

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Anagen

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The second phase of the (HGC) where mitosis ceases cell production and hair detaches from the dermal papilla is called…

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Catagen

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The (HGC) ends with the third and final phase where club hair moves up the follicle and gets ready to shed while at its full erect length.

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Telogen

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!! Mnemonic Device to remember the 3 HGC !!

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A (Anagen) C (Catagen) T (Telogen)
ACT

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List several factors that determine hair GROWTH in people?

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GENETICS, ETHNICITY, HORMONAL INFLUENCES

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What is the term for excessive growth of terminal hair in areas of the body that normally only grow vellus hair called? (Hint: NOT stimulated by male androgens)

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Hypertrichosis

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What is the term for excessive hair growth on the face, chest, underarms, and groin? (Hint: stimulated by male androgens and specifically in WOMEN)

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Hirsutism

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A term that defines pathological like conditions caused by viruses and bacteria

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Disease

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A term that describes an abnormality of function or a genetically inherited malfunction
Disorder
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A term that describes a group of symptoms that when combined characterize a disease or disorder
Syndrome
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What is temporary hair removal?
Repeated treatments as hair grows
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What is permanent hair removal?
Treatment in which the hair papilla is destroyed, making regrowth impossible
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What is the process of removing hair at/or near the level of the skin? (ex. shaving, chemical substances)
Depilation
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What is the process of removing hair from the bottom of the follicle by breaking contact between the bulb and papilla? (Hint: below the epidermis layer)
Epilation
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Which method is used to pull hair out one root at a time?
Tweezing
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Which method is used to transmit radio frequency energy down the hair shaft into the follicle area? (Hint: NOT common and NOT permanent)
Electric Tweezing | TIP: ET has no clinical proof that elect. can perm. damage hair root
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Which hair removal method removes hair down to the skins surface?
Shaving
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Which hair removal method is when a chemical substance is spread on the skin to dissolve the hair at the surface of the skin and below the stratum corneum?
Chemical Depilatory
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What is an ancient method of epilation that involves a cotton thread looped/twisted in the middle that quickly snags unwanted hairs in the twisted portion of the thread? (Hint: also known as Banding)
Threading
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Which alternative hair removal method is made for sensitive skin that involves water, sugar, and lemon mixed into a ball of wax?
Sugaring
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Which hair removal method uses a spatula to apply product onto the skin and direction of hair growth and is removed using flexible strips?
Spatula Applied Sugaring
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A primary method that can be applied in a hard or soft form, made of beeswax and resin, that epilates the skin is called…
Waxing
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FUN FACT: Which hair removal method is the only FDA recognized method for PERMANENT hair removal?
Electrolysis
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Describe the 3 parts of Electrolysis
1) Thermolysis: an alternating current (AC) that destroys the dermal papilla 2) Galvanic Electrolysis: a direct current (DC) that creates a chemical reaction to decompose follicles 3) Blend: a combination of the Thermolysis and the Galvanic Electrolysis used together alternately or simultaneously
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Which hair removal method uses intense pulses of electromagnetic radiation that heat up skin pigment to destroy hair follicles? (Hint: dark hair and minimal skin pigment is the best for this method)
Laser Hair Removal | TIP: Permanent Hair Reduction
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SOFT WAX instructions (Eyebrows, Lips, Arms, Legs, Chest, Back, Bikini/Brazilians)
1) Test soft wax on forearm for temp. 2) Cleanse area being waxed (prep). Do a patch test on client if necessary 3) Twirl wax and apply by small SECTIONS with the direction of hair growth 4) Apply muslin strip and SMOOTH IT out to make sure it’s stuck to wax 5) Rip muslin strip fast against hair growth using a punching motion CLOSE to taut skin. Do NOT rip upwards 6) Use muslin strip again if any wax residue is visible to strip it 7) Repeat for other sections 8) When done, apply wax residue oil, aloe cooling lotion, and hydrating lotion
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HARD WAX instructions (Underarms, Nose, Bikinis/Brazilians, Chest, Back)
1) Test hard wax on forearm for temp. 2) Cleanse area being waxed (prep) EXCEPT for NOSE and EARS. Do a patch test on client if necessary 3) Twirl wax and apply in small sections TOWARD the hair growth and then AGAINST it in a Figure 8 pattern. 4) If using SMALL tongue depresser, that will be your strip. If not, make a tab of wax on gloved hand and stick shiny side to shiny side together on wax to create tab 5) After wax has hardened, use tab or tongue depresser to rip wax AGAINST hair growth in a punching motion CLOSE to taut skin. Do NOT rip upwards 6) Repeat for other sections 7) When done, apply wax residue oil, aloe cooling lotion, and hydrating lotion EXCEPT for NOSE
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How long does it take for hair to grow back after waxing?
6 to 8 weeks
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Is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) caused by Hypertrichosis or Hirsutism?
Hirsutism. PCOS accounts for 3/4ths of ALL Hirsutism cases
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How long does hair have to be to wax and sugar?
COARSE or SHAVEN hair needs to be 1/2 of an inch while FINE or VIRGIN hair needs to be 1/4 of an inch long. Sugaring requires hair to be 1/16 inches long. | TIP: Hair should model size of a grain of rice
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FUN FACT: What thickness should hard wax resemble?
a Nickel
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Why should you not leave your wax pots on overnight to heat up your wax?
Overnight heating can reduce the wax's effectiveness and cause injuries
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What consistency should soft wax resemble?
Honey-like consistency | TIP: Soft wax should NOT be runny like syrup
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____ is a technique that utilizes wax that has built up on a muslin strip to remove obvious hairs on the skin. (Hint: produces a gradual demarcation between completely hairless and some hair left)
Blending (also known as Feathering)
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Which technique uses quick application and removal of soft wax that saves time, increases profits, and makes clients feel more comfortable?
Speed Waxing
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Which wax distorts hair growth when removed?
Soft wax | TIP: Hard wax will NEVER distort hair growth when ever you remove it
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A client who takes TOPICAL prescriptions can be waxed. Identify the reason why.
Topicals are typically applied to one area of the skin. You can wax a client anywhere except the area the topical prescription was applied to. | TIP: Stick to HARD wax if client takes topical prescriptions
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Can a client get a facial wax during a facial service?
Yes, eyebrow or upper lip waxing SHOULD be done AFTER cleansing, gentle exfoliation, steam, and extractions but BEFORE the mask | TIP: NO AGGRESSIVE exfoliation before waxing. Will irritate skin
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Following a wax service, what elements should clients avoid to ensure skin does not have adverse effects?
Sun exposure, tanning, fragranced creams, exfoliation, and excessive heat
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List out various contraindications for waxing
Leg waxing should not be performed on clients who have varicose veins. Body waxing should not be performed on clients with phlebitis, skin disorders, epilepsy, diabetes, hemophilia, or other contraindicated medical conditions. Facial waxing should not be performed on clients with any contraindications listed until a physician’s approval is obtained. Recent microdermabrasions, cosmetic surgeries, laser treatments, circulatory disorders, chemotherapy, autoimmune disorders, rosacea/VERY sensitive skin, acute acne vulgaris, skin disorders, lack of skin sensation, and pregnant women
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What is the MOST common waxing service transgender people will book?
Arm and leg waxes
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IMPORTANT ✍🏼
ONLY use vinyl or nitrile gloves (nonlatex). Latex gloves break down more easily and some clients may have a latex allergy
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What is the standard wax strip length?
3 x 9. Eyebrow and upper lip wax strips (facial wax strips) are 1 x 3.
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Petroleum Jelly is great for removing wax from...
Eyelashes and other hair
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IMPORTANT ✍🏼
DO NOT WAX over curved skin or 2 different planes in one application
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When should you exfoliate before a waxing service?
2-3 days prior (48-72 hours). DO NOT exfoliate the day before OR on the day of your appointment as it could cause irritation and ingrown hairs because wax exfoliates. (Make sure your skin is moisturized and not dry for the service along with epilating ingrown hairs a week before to allow healing) | TIP: STOP shaving 2-3 weeks prior to wax service
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IMPORTANT ✍🏼
DO NOT wear tight-fitted clothing to wax service. Wear loose-fitted clothing to prevent friction and irritation post-wax
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FUN FACT
Waxing can be great for ingrown hairs as the wax takes off the epidermis skin barrier to allow the ingrown follicle to grow

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