temporary hair removal
A form of depilation that removes hair at the skin level
shaving
A tool that can be angled, pointed or claw-shaped
tweezers
The stage when the hair falls out
telogen stage
The portion of hair that extends above the skin's surface
the hair strand
Two considerations when shaping the brows are
overall face shape
fashion trends
shape & size of facial features
density, color & length of brow hair
The most often requested service that removes hair physically from the follicle
waxing
Used to secure the hair in place
headband or hairnet
The average percentage of hair that is in the anagen stage
90%
The central core of the hair strand that is also called the pith or marrow
medula
Should be applied with a cotton pad if there is any bleeding or irritation after waxing
an antiseptic
The most commonly used method to remove unwanted hairs from smaller areas?
tweezing
A piece of equipment that enables clients to see results and gives client reassurance
handheld mirror
The stage where the dermal papilla breaks away and the lower end of the hair comes loose from the base of the follicle
catagen stage
The layer of hair that gives it pigment, strength and flexibility
the cortex
A form of hair removal that uses electric current to damage the cells of the papilla and disrupt hair growth
electrolysis
The hair removal technique that utilizes a paste made primarily of sugar and lemon juice that is applied by hand or with a spatula to the skin
sugaring
A piece of equipment supports the client under the knees
bolster
The average percentage of hair that is in the resting stage
10-15%
The outer covering of the hair strand
the cuticle
The average working temperature of hard wax
122 degrees FERHERNHEIT
An ancient method of hair removal that utilizes 100% cotton thread that is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin, also known as banding
threading
Also known as a birchwood stick or cuticle pusher
orangewood stick
The stage where the hair is the darkest
anagen stage
The portion of the hair inside the hair follicle under the skin's surface
hair root
3 methods of electrolysis
galvanic, thermolysis, blend