Properties of
Hair & Skin
Hair & Skin
The skin is the Largest _____ of the body.
Organ
True/False
You don’t need to do a consultation card a every service.
False, Detailed consultation is needed because skin reactions can change, new medication.
Where do you test the wax temperature?
On self and also test temperature on client.
What was used in Ancient Times to remove body hair?
Sugar, rocks, sand, pearls, sea shells, threading, & some bees wax
Name the Growth cycles of the Hair
Anagen, Catagena, Telogen
What is a Contraindication?
A condition that serves as a reason not to proceed with service/treatment
How do you apply the Wax ? Against the Hair Growth or with the Hair Growth?
Apply going with the hair growth?
What is the resting Phase of Hair called?
Telogen Phase
What is Vellus or Lanugo Hair?
Short, fine, & downy hair commonly found on infants, on adults on areas considered hairless ( forhad, bald scalp, eyelids) all other area except palms of hands, & soles of the feet
Is it safe to get a waxing treatment when you have done; a chemical peel, laser treatment, facial surgery, or dermabrasion?
No, these would be a contraindication. Skin will be thin and will be compromised when waxed and can cause damage
What kind of wax is recommended for short coarse stubborn hair?
Cream Wax
The hair is comprise of 3 parts: aka Hair structure. What are the 3 parts?
The Cuticle, the cortex, & medulla
What are some Growth Patterns created by hair follicles?
Hair Stream:Hair that flows in the same direction; 2 streams that flow in opposite directions form a natural part in the hair
Whorl:hair that forms a circular pattern, usually on the crown
Cowlick: a tuft of hair that stands straight up
Why can we not wax over Varicose veins?
Waxing over a varicose vein can cause lifting of skin & vein. Can cause a collapse or blood clog.
Name 3 different kinds of Wax?
Soft wax
Hard wax
Cream Wax
What is the difference between Epilation & Depilaton?
Epilation is the removal of hair below the skin.
Depilation is the removal of hair above the skin
Point out 5 points in the skin structure.
Epidermis/Dermis/Subcutaneous Layer
Hair shaft/Mouth of follicle/Sweat Pore
Capillaries/oil gland/Muscle
Sebaceous Gland/Hair
Adipose tissue/Blood Vessel/papilla/nerve
Why is it important to know if the client is pregnant?
Post & pre care. Must use body oil instead of essential oil.
Why would the skin lift during a waxing service? And what are the Steps if the skin lifts?
Wax being too hot/Waxing over the same area more than once/Removing the strip straight up, not parallel/Wax is too thick/The skin is not held taught
Apply a thin coat of antibacterial ointment to avoid scabbing and scarring. Continue use for 3-4 days, and stay out of the sun.
What part of the hair provides the melanin (color) & strength of the hair?
The Cortex