Hair structure
This is the phase of hair growth when the hair is actively growing
What is anagen
Before waxing, hair should be about this long for best removal.
What is ¼ inch to ½ inch
Waxing should NOT be done on skin that is this (starts with “s”)
What is sunburned
Removing hair with tweezers is called this method
What is tweezing
Before waxing, you always begin with this form to ask about health and medications
What is a client consultation form
This is the phase when the hair starts to detach from the papilla
What is catagen
This type of wax is usually removed with muslin or pellon strips
What is soft wax (strip wax)
Clients using this strong vitamin A prescription for acne usually cannot be waxed
What is Accutane (isotretinoin)
This method uses a twisted cotton thread to remove hair from the follicle
What is threading
This product is used before waxing to remove oils, sweat, and makeup
What is a pre-cleanser (or pre-depilatory cleanser)
This is the resting phase of the hair growth cycle
What is telogen?
This wax is applied thicker and removed without a strip
What is hard wax
Waxing is contraindicated over raised, dark, irregular spots called this
What are moles or skin tags
This epilation method uses an electrical current to destroy the hair papilla
What is electrolysis
After waxing, this type of product is used to calm redness and soothe the skin
What is a soothing gel or lotion (like aloe, azulene, or post-wax lotion)
The tube-like depression in the skin that contains the hair root is called this
What is the hair follicle
Wax should always be tested here before applying on the client
What is the inside of the esthetician’s wrist
Name one blood-thinning medication that can make waxing unsafe
What is aspirin (or other blood thinners)
This light-based method targets pigment in the follicle to reduce hair growth
What is laser hair removal (or photoepilation)
For 24–48 hours after waxing, clients should avoid this popular activity that heats the body and can irritate skin
What is working out / heavy exercise / hot baths or saunas? (accept any)
This part of the hair is the visible part above the skin’s surface
What is the hair shaft
When removing wax, you pull in this direction in relation to hair growth
What is parallel to the skin, opposite the direction of hair growth
If skin lifts and tiny spots of blood appear after waxing, this term describes it
What is pinpoint bleeding
When applying soft wax, you spread it in this direction relative to hair growth
What is with the direction of hair growth
Clients should be advised to start this habit a few days after waxing to help prevent ingrown hairs
What is gentle exfoliation