Hair Removal Final

The growth phase of hair is known as the:

Anagen phase

The catagen stage of hair growth is known as the:

transition phase

For what period of time is eyebrow hair is in the telogen stage?

3 months

Leg hair is in the anagen stage for what period of time?

24 weeks

Vellus hair is the majority of hair found on the:

face

Since shaving removes hair at the skin level, it is a form of:

depilation

Hair usually grows back beginning with a short stubble within 24-48 hours after which temporary hair removal method?

shaving

What temporary hair removal service is a painless method that dissolves hair at skin level?

chemical depilatory

A patch test to determine sensitivity is recommended before what temporary hair removal service?

depilatory

All of the following descriptions are true about soft (strip) wax EXCEPT:

works well on coarse, dense shorter hair

What direction is the strip lifted off the skin in a soft (strip) wax service?

opposite direction of hair growth

All of the following descriptions are true of threading EXCEPT:

lasts only a few days

The hair on men in the back and chest areas is vellus hair.

False

In general, hard (non-strip) wax is better used for the:

upper lip, underarms and bikini areas

What is the average working temperature of soft (strip) wax?

109° F (43° C)

The average working temperature of hard (non-strip) wax is?

122° F (50 °C)

Why would an esthetician apply a pre-wax cleanser prior to performing a temporary hair removal treatment?

removes dirt and oil

What product could an esthetician use to tame, flatten and shape the eyebrows?

eyebrow wax

How often should an eyebrow pencil be sharpened?

before and after each use

During a temporary hair removal service, tissue, gauze or cotton can serve all of the functions EXCEPT:

spreading wax

A treatment table helps ensure the esthetician can maintain good posture during a temporary hair removal service if it is:

adjustable

Avoid using latex single-use gloves for clients with allergies.

True

Asking open-ended questions to discover the client's wants and needs occurs during which service essential?

Consult

Before starting a waxing treatment, alert your client to concerns or reactions that can occur on the skin, such as:

erythema, allergic reaction, peeling

An example of non-verbal communication that may indicate client discomfort is:

tense muscles

For a temporary hair removal service, when should the esthetician explain the products they are using

throughout the service

Leslie is explaining aftercare guidelines to a client following a waxing service. How many hours should she recommend the client avoid exposing the waxed areas to sun or tanning beds?

at least 24

How long should a client discontinue the use of exfoliants following a wax service?

24 hours

Carrie notices a visual sign indicating the autoimmune disease of Lupus. What sign could she be observing that is a contraindication for a temporary hair removal service?

butterfly rash

Which of the following conditions is an example of a viral infection that would be a contraindication for a temporary hair removal service?

shingles

What can result if a waxing service is performed on a client currently taking the medication Accutane?

lifting of skin and potential scarring

Medications an esthetician needs to be aware of before a waxing service include all of the following examples EXCEPT:

vitamins

If a client verifies they are currently in remission from cancer and have medicl approval for the treatmet requested, the esthetician should use wax designed for:

sensitive skin

How could an esthetician verify what adjustment a client with a disability may need during a hair removal service?

check often about client's comfort

A thermal sensitivity test is especially important for the client who has numbness or:

desensitized areas

Ingrown hairs can arise after waxing, especially in the bikini-line area, since the hairs are most likely to be:

curly

Hair that grows into the surrounding tissue rather than through the follicle out to the surface of the skin, resulting in a bump or inflammation is known as ingrown hair or:

pseudofolliculitis

A tip for preventing ingrown hair is to remove the wax/strip by pulling:

parallel, close to skin

The first four steps in sequential order for a tweezing service are:

prepare skin, examine skin, trim hairs, tweeze hairs

What are the three areas of a temporary hair removal service?

Preparation, Procedure, Completion

A wax formula for the underarms should be selected according to hair:

texture

Alison mentions she is planning to get a tattoo on her arm in two days. All of the following temporary hair removal methods would be recommended to help keep her tattoo area hair-free longer while it heals EXCEPT:

tweezing

When performing a waxing service on the legs, select a wax formula according to:

hair texture

To prevent a chemical depilatory from seeping into unwanted areas, what product should be applied?

barrier cream

Application of hard (non-strip) wax varies by formula, but all types require what type of edge for easier removal?

thick, clean edge

Used hard wax should be disposed of after:

every client

How long does the sugaring method of hair removal generally last?

4-6 weeks

What hair reduction method requires the technician to insert a small needle (probe) into a hair follicle?

electrolysis