HAIR
Name the 3 phases of hair growth cycle
Anagen, Catagen and Telogen
What is the most common method of hair removal?
Waxing
Describe depilation and give an example
Process of removing hair at or near the level of skin
shaving, or chemical depilation
The step that comes first in a soft (strip) wax procedure is
Test the wax
Apply with same direction of hair growth, remove opposite way
Cell division occurs in the part of the pilosebaceous unit known as the ________.
Hair bulb
What is the 2nd transitional stage of hair growth called?
Catagen
What is the name for the mass of epidermal cells that forms a small tube or canal?
Hair follicle
What is the first step you take with a client scheduled for a wax service after your meet and greet
Client consulation
What is the length of time to melt wax when the wax holder is full?
15 to 25 minutes
The resting stage of the hair growth when the hair bulb has no attached root sheath is referred to as the?
Telogen stage
Name a modality of hair removal that is considered depilation
Shaving or Chemical Depilation (Ex. Nair cream)
The hair removal method utilizing 100% cotton thread that is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin is called?
Threading
What length of hair is considered acceptable minimal growth to wax
1/4 inch
Where should you stand to produce the best results when performing an eyebrow waxing with soft wax?
Behind the client
what is a study of hair called?
Trichology
What are 2 methods of temporary hair removal?
Depilation & Epilation
Name some contraindications to hair removal
varicose veins, skin disorders, recent injectables, blood thinners, Accutane use, scars, thin/fragile skin, chemo/radiation, autoimmune disorders, sunburn etc
After cleaning the skin and applying and removing wax, what product are you going to apply to calm the skin
Post wax oil, gel or lotion
What two hair methods are combined in the hair removal method known as the blend?
Thermolysis & Galvanic electrolysis
Hair is anchored to skin cells by the ________.
Hair root
Name permanent method of hair removal
Electrolysis
How many methods of permanent hair removal are there and what are they called?
Electrolysis: galvanic, thermolysis and blend
Which of the following is the FIRST step in preparing a client for a facial wax?
Place a haircap or headband on the client's head to keep hair away from the face
Hirsutism might be caused if a client is taking _______.
Anabolic steroids