Questions and Answers
How do chemical depilatories remove unwanted hair?
They dissolve the hair at the skin level.
Due to the blunt effect of the razor, many clients will note that shaved hair feels?
More coarse or thicker.
Waxing lanugo hair is not recommended since it may cause skin to lose what?
Softness.
What direction should you tweeze eyebrows?
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Where would you test the temperature of hot wax?
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What is electrolysis?
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A soothing lotion or toner should be applied to the skin following the use of?
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What direction do we remove wax strips?
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What is required for permanent hair removal?
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How would you describe the pH of chemical depilatories?
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The sugar-based paste used in sugaring is a type of?
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When is it recommended that clients should return for a waxing service?
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After tweezing is complete, what is applied to eyebrows and surrounding areas to contract the skin?
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What would you place over the eyebrows to soften them prior to tweezing?
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What is the technical term that refers to the overgrowth of hair on the body?
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What are the two major categories of hair removal?
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Hair removal services should not be performed if the client is taking a medication that contains?
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How long must the hair be for effective waxing?
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What is cold wax?
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Facial waxing should not be performed on clients with what skin condition?
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What should be used to spread heated wax?
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Wooden applicators should be used how many times until thrown away?
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What is a temporary hair removal method that involves cotton thread manipulated and rolled along the surface of the skin?
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Study Notes
Chemical Hair Removal
- Chemical depilatories dissolve hair at the skin level to remove unwanted hair.
- These products typically have an alkaline pH.
Effects of Shaving
- Shaved hair often feels coarser or thicker due to a blunt cut from the razor.
Waxing Considerations
- Waxing lanugo hair can compromise skin softness and is not recommended.
- After waxing, a soothing lotion or toner should be applied to calm the skin.
Eyebrow Shaping Techniques
- Eyebrows should be tweezed in the direction of hair growth.
- Wax strips should be removed in the opposite direction of hair growth.
- Cotton balls soaked in warm water can be placed over the eyebrows to soften the hair before tweezing.
Waxing Practices
- Hot wax temperature should be tested inside the wrist before application.
- The hair should be at least 1/4 inch long for effective waxing.
- Facial waxing is contraindicated for clients with rosacea.
Hair Removal Methods
- Electrolysis removes hair using an electric current to destroy hair growth cells, allowing for permanent hair removal.
- Two major categories of hair removal are temporary (e.g., shaving, waxing) and permanent (e.g., electrolysis).
- Threading is a temporary method utilizing cotton thread rolled across the skin.
Client Considerations
- Clients using medications containing Retin-A should avoid hair removal services due to potential skin sensitivity.
- Wax applicators should be used only once and disposed of immediately to maintain hygiene.
Special Products
- Cold wax alternatives are suitable for clients who prefer not to use hot wax and do not require strips for application.
- The sugar-based paste used in sugaring is classified as an epilator for hair removal.
Post-Procedure Care
- After tweezing, applying an astringent helps to contract the skin in the treated areas.
- Recommended intervals for clients to return for waxing services are every 4-6 weeks for body areas and every 1-2 weeks for facial areas.
Hair Growth Conditions
- Hypertrichosis is the technical term for the excessive overgrowth of hair on the body.
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This quiz focuses on various hair removal methods such as chemical depilatories, shaving, and waxing. Test your knowledge on the effects and proper techniques of these methods. Ideal for beauty and cosmetology students looking to enhance their understanding of hair removal practices.
