Milady Chapter 22 Review
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What information should be entered in the client intake form during the consultation?

Any medications both topical and oral. Any medical issues, skin disorders, or allergies that may affect treatment.

What conditions, treatments, and medications contraindicate hair removal in the salon?

Accutane in the last 6 months, blood-thinning meds, chemo or radiation, drugs for autoimmune diseases, taking or recently took prednisone or steroids, has psoriasis or chronic skin diseases, client has a sunburn, client has pustules, papules, or other skin lesions in the waxing area, recently had cosmetic or reconstructive surgery within the last 3 months, recent laser skin treatment, severe varicose leg veins, has hemophilia, bleeding disorders or circulatory conditions. Other conditions require a doctor's note to perform facial waxing.

What are the two major types of hair removal? Give examples.

Permanent (e.g., electrolysis) and temporary (e.g., shaving).

Define electrolysis, photoepilation, and laser removal.

<p>Electrolysis: Removal of hair by means of an electric current that destroys the root of the hair. Photoepilation: AKA 'Intense Pulsed Light'; permanent hair removal treatment that uses intense light to destroy the growth cells of the hair follicles. Laser hair removal: Permanent hair removal treatment in which a laser beam is pulsed on the skin, impairing hair growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hair removal techniques should not be performed in the salon without special training?

<p>Electrolysis, photoepilation, laser hair removal, Brazilian bikini waxing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a depilatory and an epilator?

<p>Depilatory is a substance, usually a caustic alkali preparation, used for temporary removal of superfluous hair by dissolving it at the skin's surface. Epilators remove hair from the bottom of the follicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why must a patch test be given before waxing?

<p>To check for allergies or sensitivities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List safety precautions that must be followed for soft and hard waxing.

<p>Test the temperature of the wax before applying to client's skin, do not allow wax to come into contact with client's eyes, never double dip wax, do not apply wax over moles, abrasions, or irritated or inflamed skin. Underarms are sometimes very sensitive; if so, use hard wax. Redness and swelling can sometimes occur; apply aloe gel and a cool compress to calm and soothe the skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define threading and sugaring.

<p>Threading is a temporary hair removal method whereby cotton thread is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin. Sugaring is a hair removal method that involves the use of a thick, sugar-based paste.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Client Consultation and Intake Form

  • Include information on any medications (topical or oral) taken by the client.
  • Document any medical issues, skin disorders, or allergies relevant to treatment.

Contraindications for Hair Removal

  • Avoid hair removal for clients using Accutane within the last 6 months.
  • Blood-thinning medications, chemotherapy, and radiation treatments contraindicate hair removal.
  • Medications for autoimmune diseases, recent use of prednisone or steroids, and chronic skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis) act as contraindications.
  • Do not perform hair removal on clients with sunburn, pustules, papules, or recent cosmetic surgeries (within the last 3 months).
  • Recent laser skin treatments and severe varicose veins require caution.
  • Clients with hemophilia or circulatory conditions may need a doctor's note for facial waxing.

Types of Hair Removal

  • Permanent hair removal techniques include electrolysis.
  • Temporary methods include shaving.

Definitions of Hair Removal Techniques

  • Electrolysis: Destroys hair roots using an electric current.
  • Photoepilation: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment that destroys hair follicle growth cells.
  • Laser Hair Removal: Uses pulsed laser beams on the skin to inhibit hair growth.

Specialized Hair Removal Techniques

  • Electrolysis, photoepilation, laser hair removal, and Brazilian bikini waxing require special training before being performed in a salon.

Difference Between Depilatory and Epilator

  • Depilatory: A caustic substance for temporary hair removal that dissolves hair at the skin surface.
  • Epilator: A device that removes hair from the follicle level.

Patch Test Importance

  • A patch test checks for allergies or sensitivities before waxing.

Waxing Safety Precautions

  • Always test wax temperature prior to client application.
  • Prevent wax contact with eyes; do not double dip.
  • Avoid waxing over moles, abrasions, or inflamed skin.
  • Use hard wax for sensitive underarm areas; apply aloe gel and cool compresses to reduce redness and swelling.

Hair Removal Methods

  • Threading: A temporary method using twisted cotton thread to remove hair.
  • Sugaring: Involves a thick, sugar-based paste for hair removal.

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Test your knowledge on Chapter 22 of Milady's textbook with these review questions. Understand client intake forms and contraindications for salon treatments. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of essential concepts for effective client consultations.

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