Ch. 17, 18, and 19 Hair Removal, Facials, and Makeup

Vocabulary flashcards covering the key terms and methods associated with professional hair removal as detailed in the chapter glossary.

Brazilian bikini waxing

A waxing technique that requires the removal of all the hair from the front and the back of the bikini area.

depilatory

A substance, usually a caustic alkali preparation, used for the temporary removal of superfluous hair by dissolving it at the skin surface.

electrolysis

The removal of hair by means of an electric current that destroys the hair's growth cell.

epilator

A substance used to remove hair by pulling from the follicle's base.

intense pulsed light

Also known as photoepilation and IPL; a permanent hair reduction method that uses intense light to destroy the growth cells of the hair follicles.

laser hair removal

A permanent hair reduction treatment in which a laser beam is pulsed on the skin, impairing the hair growth.

sugaring

A temporary hair removal method that involves the use of a thick, warm sugar-based paste.

threading

Also known as banding; temporary hair removal method that involves twisting and rolling cotton thread along the surface of the skin, entwining the hair in the thread and lifting it from the follicle.

tweezing

A hair removal method that involves pulling one hair at a time out by the root using tweezers.

alipidic

literally means 'lack of lipids'; describes skin that does not produce enough sebum, indicated by absence of visible pores.

alginate

seaweed-based mask applied after a serum or treatment cream; they come in powder form and are mixed with water or serums, and they dry to form a rubberized texture.

ampoules

individual doses of serum, sealed in small vials.

aromatherapy

the therapeutic use of plant aromas for beauty and health treatment.

chemical exfoliant

product containing chemicals that either loosen or dissolve dead cell buildup.

clay-based masks

oil-absorbing cleansing masks that have an exfoliating effect and an astringent effect on oily and combination skin, making pores temporarily appear smaller.

cleansing milk

nonfoaming lotion cleansers designed to cleanse dry and sensitive skin types and remove makeup.

comedo

mass of hardened sebum and skin cells in a hair follicle; can be open (blackhead) or closed (whitehead).

contraindication

condition that requires avoiding certain treatments, procedures, or products to prevent undesirable side effects.

cream masks

masks often containing oils and emollients as well as humectants; have a strong moisturizing effect.

electrotherapy

the use of electrical currents to treat the skin.

emollients

oil or fatty ingredients that prevent moisture from leaving the skin.

enzymes

also known as keratolytic enzymes or protein-dissolving agents; a type of chemical exfoliant that works by dissolving keratin protein in the surface cells of the skin.

exfoliants

products that help bring about exfoliation.

exfoliation

the removal of excess dead cells from the skin surface.

extraction

a procedure in which comedones are removed from the follicles by manual manipulation.

facial

also known as a facial treatment; a professional skin treatment that improves the condition and appearance of the skin.

facial steamer

a facial machine that heats and produces a stream of warm steam that can be focused on the client's face or other areas of skin.

friction

invigorating rubbing movement requiring pressure on the skin with the fingers or palms while moving them over an underlying structure.

gommages

also known as roll-off masks; peeling creams that are rubbed off the skin.

humectants

also known as hydrators or water-binding agents; ingredients that attract water.

magnifying lamps

lamps with a magnifying lens surrounded by a circular light, providing a well-lit, enlarged view of the skin.

masks

also known as masques; concentrated treatments applied to the skin composed of mineral clays, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts, and other beneficial ingredients to cleanse, exfoliate, tighten, tone, hydrate, and nourish the skin.

massage

manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, tapping, and other movements to increase metabolism and circulation, promote absorption, and relieve pain.

massage products

lubricants used to make the skin slippery during massage.

mechanical exfoliants

methods used to physically remove dead cell buildup.

microdermabrasion

mechanical exfoliation that involves shooting aluminum oxide or other crystals at the skin with a hand-held device that exfoliates dead cells.

moisturizers

products that help increase the moisture content of the skin surface.

motor point

point on the skin over the muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of that muscle.

paraffin wax masks

specially prepared facial masks containing paraffin and other beneficial ingredients; typically used with treatment cream.

petrissage

kneading movement performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue with light, firm pressure.

rotary brush

also known as a facial brush or brushing machine; a rotating electrical appliance with interchangeable brushes that can be attached to the rotating head.

serums

concentrated products that generally contain higher concentrations of ingredients designed to penetrate and treat various skin conditions.

tapotement

also known as percussion; movements in which the fingertips strike the skin in rapid succession or fast tapping movements.

treatment cream

a specialty product designed to facilitate change in the skin's appearance.

vibration

in massage, the rapid shaking movement in which the balls

cake makeup

also known as pancake makeup; a heavy-coverage makeup pressed into a compact and applied to the face with a moistened cosmetic sponge.

cheek color

also known as blush or rouge; used primarily to add a natural-looking glow to the cheeks.

concealers

thick, heavy types of foundation used to hide dark circles under the eyes, dark splotches, and other imperfections.

contour

application technique that creates a shadow over an area, minimizing features.

cool colors

colors that suggest coolness; dominated by blues, greens, violets, and blue-reds.

eyebrow pencils

pencils used to add color and shape to the eyebrows.

eyebrow powders

powders used to add color and shape to the eyebrows.

eyelash adhesive

product used to make artificial eyelashes adhere, or stick, to the natural lash line.

eyeliner

cosmetic used to outline and emphasize the eyes.

eye makeup removers

special preparations for removing eye makeup.

eyeshadows

cosmetics applied on the eyelids to accentuate or contour.

eye tabbing

sometimes used to describe the process of applying groups of individual eyelashes along the lash line.

face powder

cosmetic powder, sometimes tinted, that is used to add a matte or nonskin finish to the face.

ferrule

metal part of a brush that attaches the glued bristles to the handle and adds a certain amount of strength to the bristles.

foundation

also known as base makeup; a tinted cosmetic used to cover or even out the coloring of the skin.

greasepaint

heavy makeup used for theatrical purposes.

highlight

application technique that draws light to an area, emphasizing features.

individual lashes

separate artificial eyelashes that are applied to the base of the eyelashes one at a time.

lip color

also known as lipstick or lip gloss; a pastelike cosmetic used to change or enhance the lip color.

lip liner

colored pencil used to outline the lips and to help keep lip color from bleeding into small lines around the mouth.

mascara

cosmetic preparation used to darken, define, and thicken the eyelashes.

matte

nonshiny, dull.

neutral colors

colors that do not complement or contrast with any other color.

noncomedogenic

does not contain ingredients that clog the follicles and aggravate acne-prone skin.

primer

applied to the skin before foundation to help disguise skin imperfections and discoloration.

skin tone

depth of color of the skin's surface.

strip lashes

eyelash hairs attached to a band that is applied with adhesive to the natural lash line.

tabs

small clusters of three or four artificial eyelashes on one point of attachment.

undertone

color underneath the surface of the skin; undertones can be warm (yellow, peachy, golden), neutral (mix of warm and cool), or cool (pink, red or blue).

warm colors

range of colors from yellow and gold through oranges, red-oranges, most reds, and even some yellow-greens.