Hair Anatomy
What structure at the base of the follicle provides nourishment and is Essential for hair growth
Hair papillae
This stage is the MOST effective time for hair removal
Anagen phase
This condition causes excessive hair growth due to genetics rather than androgens
Hypertrichosis
What makes hand applied sugar paste easy to clean up
It is water soluble
What should you ALWAYS do before touching a client
Wash hands
This tiny muscle creates “goosebumps,“ warms the skin, and help distribute protective lipids
Arrector Pili muscle
Why does scalp hair grow longer than eyelashes
Longer anagen phase
This syndrome is the most common cause of hirsutism
PCOS
Name two benefits of speed waxing
More comfortable and faster appointment time
What personal protective equipment should be worn for all wax services
Gloves
These two hair types include fetal downy hair and peach fuzz hair on the body. Name both
Lanugo (terminal) and vellus hair
Hormones and repeated tweezing, shaving or waxing can cause this hair change
Vellus hair transitioning to terminal hair
Name ONE major safety concern when performing laser/IPL
Proper candidate selection or protective eyewear
Name two downsides of waxing
Hair must grow out, discomfort, irritation/injury, irregular regrowth
What waxing habit spreads bacteria and must NEVER be done
Double dipping
These alkaline chemicals break down hair in depilatories
Sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, thioglycolic acid or calcium thioglycolate
What is the minimal length required for sugaring to effectively remove hair?
1/16-1/8inch
This permanent hair removal method works regardless of hair or skin color
Electrolysis
What is the BEST way to remove wax from eyelashes
Petroleum jelly + gently stroke downward with cotton tip applicator
List three infection control practices for waxing
Wash hands, wear gloves, don’t double dip
What is another professional name for threading
Banding
Which electrolysis modality uses direct current
Galvanic electrolysis
Name one major downside of electrolysis
Discomfort, cost, time, irritation or stopping other hair removal
This method offers permanent hair removal but is slow and can be uncomfortable
Electrolysis
This professional responsibility protects both the client and practitioner during laser/IPL treatments
Proper candidate screening and protective eyewear