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29 Cards in this Set
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What are 8 methods of hair removal? |
Waxing Tweezing Electrolysis Threading Shaving Sugaring Depilatory Laser |
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What is epilation?
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Removal of hair by the root
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Who is licensed to permanently remove hair?
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Licensed electrologist which requires special training
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In which direction should you tweeze? |
In the same direction it grows |
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What purpose does human hair serve? |
Protects body from environmental elements Acts as a heat regulator |
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What is another name for an ingrown hair? |
Barbae Folliculitis
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List 6 conditions when you should not wax.
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1. Rosacea
2. Blisters or warts 3. Papules 4. Pustules 5. Collagen or botox injections 6. Microdermabrasion 7. Sunburn 8. Retin A 9. Chemical Peels 10. Blood thinning meds 11. Accutane 12. Diabetic |
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When waxing, in which direction should the wax be applied and removed? |
Applied WITH hair growth Removed, in OPPOSITE direction of growth |
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The skin may become irritated during waxing. If irritated which symptoms maya be present and list some of the possible causes. Include 4 |
1. Blistering 2. Bruising 3. Excessive bleeding 4. Hyperpigmentation
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Which five guidelines should you remember to avoid irritating your client's skin during waxing? |
1. Test temperature of wax before applying to skin 2. Make skin taut 3. Do not apply too much pressure 4. Pull strip parallel to skin 5. Apply pressure after removal
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Why is it important for the esthetician to wear gloves during the waxing process? |
Maintain sanitation and avoid contact with blood borne pathogens |
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Long hair can be difficult to wax, so how can you make it easier? |
Trim with scissors before waxing
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What is another name for unwanted or extra hair? |
Superfluous
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A condition that shows excessive hair growth on the face, arms, and legs, especially in women, is called what? |
Hirsutism |
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Excessive hair growth where it does not normally grow is called what? |
Hypertrichosis |
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Destroying the hair by decomposing or cauterizing the root of the papilla is achieved by what method?
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Galvanic electrolysis
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What do you call the method that coagulates the papilla, to destroy hair? |
Thermolysis electrolysis
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What do we refer as being very fine, soft hair? |
Vellus |
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Name three stages of hair growth
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Anagen
Catagen Telagen |
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At what angle is the spatula held during the application of the wax? |
45
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How would you handle a diabetic client who wants waxing? |
Dr's written release |
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Soft wax is better on what type of hair and on which body parts? |
Anywhere but better for medium to fine hair on legs |
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What wax is best on what type of hair and where is it used?
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Hard wax. Course, thicker hair. Ideal for underarms and bikini. Can be used on sensitive areas such as lip and brows.
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Can you go over the same area more than once with wax? |
No with soft wax Yes with hard wax |
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If you wanted to avoid any mistake when removing brow hair, what precautions could you take? |
Small amount of vaseline on hair you do not wish to remove |
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What procedure should an esthetician perform to be assured that the client will not be allergic to the wax? |
Perform a small patch test and wait ten minutes |
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According to Maryland State regulations, who often should you use a new spatula, on the same client? |
Everytime you dip in the wax |
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How long should you tell you client to avoid UV exposure after receiving a wax? |
24-48 hours
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List the forms of chemical depilatories |
Cream Paste Powder |
