History and Careers
What was the original purpose of electrolysis?
to remove ingrown eyelashes
What is the first phase of the hair growth cycle?
Anagen
What should a client do 48 hpurs before their appointment to help with ingrown hairs and make the waxing procedure quicker?
Exfoliate
What is a contagious disease?
a disease capable of being spread from one person to another
What are the 2 main forms of wax used for hair removal?
Hard and Soft wax
What was the original recipe for sugaring?
Sugar, Lemon Juice, and Water!
What are the two parts of a strand of hair?
the root and the shaft
What are some common symptoms of an allergic reaction?
Itching, inflammation of the skin, blisters, hives, or rashes
Between every client
What is the first step in any waxing procedure?
Wash your hands and wear gloves!
Where did the art of threading originate?
the middle east and south asia
What are the 3 main subdivisions of the nervous system?
autonomic, central, and peripheral
What is hyperpigmentation?
overproduction of pigment
What are the most common types of pathogen transmission in a studio, salon, or spa environment? (there are 4)
Direct, Indirect, Airborne, and respiratory droplet
What is the minimum length that hair should be for waxing if it is virgin hair (never shaved) or fine regrowth?
1/4 inch
What was the main reason for hair removal in ancient times?
Hygiene
What is hair elasticity?
It's the hair's ability to stretch and return to it's original length
What is the term for excess hair growth?
Hyperpilosity
What is the role of the EPA in relation to disinfectants?
The EPA registers all types of disinfectants sold and used in the United States
What is the main factor in determining the start, arch, and endpoint of the eyebrows during waxing?
The nose
When was the first women's razor offered?
1915
Which muscle is responsible for raising the eyebrows, drawing the scalp forward, and causing wrinkles across the forehead?
Frontalis
What causes post-inflammatory erythema (PIE)?
Inflammation, dilation, or damage to small blood vessels under the skin
What are the 5 types of potentially harmful organisms that hair removal technicians must understand and be prepared to deal with?
bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, biofilms
How long do waxing results last?
3-6 weeks