skin types
describe skin type 1
very fair skin
blonde or light red hair
blue or green eyes
always burns
can we work on the eyebrows with laser?
NO too close to eyes can cause damage
is a consultation and a patch test important?
Yes!!
a patch test gives a gauge to the client correct settings
the consult explains anything they don't understand
describe skin type 2 ll
light skin
brown / blonde / dark hair
brown / green / blue eyes
mostly burns
name 3 contraindications for laser hair removal
open wounds, EX) fever blisters
sun burns
pregnancy
the most important thing to tell the client to avoid before and after treatment is...
the sun 2 weeks before, 2 weeks after
describe skin type 3 lll
light-dark skin
brown / black hair
dark eyes
sometimes burns
how long should Accutane be avoided before laser
3 months, your skin is super sensitive and thin
hormonal imbalances or medications are influencing hair growth, no maintenance will be required for new hairs
False.
explain
describe skin type 4 lV
olive skin
black or brown hair
dark brown eyes
always tans, never burns
tetracycline and retin-A's should be discontinued ____ before treatment
6 weeks
if a client has makeup on, can you work over it?
No, always wipe the face with water only
remove makeup, lotions, cosmetics, deodorants, perfumes
describe skin type 5 V
dark brown skin
black hair
black eyes
never burns
laser can remove hair that is only present
YES
clients can apply makeup as long as the skin isn't broken
yes, however I usually tell clients to wait for it to calm down or 12-24 hours