C17 Hair removal

Waxing

One of the most common forms of hair removal in the salon. The nape of the neck chest, and back are the most frequent removal requests for men

Hirsuties

Is the growth of an unusual amount of hair on parts of the body normally bearing only downy hair, such as the faces of women and the backs of men

Two categories for hair removal

Permanent and temporary methods.

Permanent Hair Removal

Three methods- Electrolysis, photo epilation, laser hair removal

Electrolysis

Removal of hair by means of electric current that destroys the growth cells of the hair

Electrologist

Person who performs electrolysis

Photoepilation

Also known as intense pules light. Uses intense light to destroy the growth cells of the hair follicles

Laser hair removal

Hair type responds best is coarse, pigmented

Temporary hair removal

Salon techniques are considered temporary.

Shaving

The most common temporary hair removal, particularly of men’s facial hair

Tweezing

Used to remove hairs from eyebrows, and can be used to remove undesirable hairs from around the mouth and chin

Sugaring

The use of a thick, sugar-based paste. Especially appropriate for more sensitive skin types. recommended for someone with low pain tolerance and can be used on shorter hairs

Depilatories

Substances classified as alkali preparation, used for temporary removal of superfluous hair by dissolving it at skins surface

Threading

Cotton thread is twisted and rolled along the surface of the skin, entwining the hair in the thread and lifting it from the follicle

Epilators

Removes the hair from the bottom of the follicle (wax)

Wax

Hair should be ¼ inch long to be effective to wax. Trim any hair that is longer than a half-inch. Wax test on inner part of the wrist

Soft wax

may cause an allergic reaction; a patch test should be performed. Remove opposite hair growth, holding skin taut to prevent bruising. Wax should be thicker consistency

Hard wax

Thicker and does not require fabric strips for removal

Brazilian bikini waxing

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

Shape for eyebrows

The natural arch or the curved line follows the orbital bone. The high point of the arch of the brow should be near the outside corner of the iris

Aloe Gel

Post wax to calm and smooth skin after hair removal

Disposable Gloves

Prevent bloodborne pathogens during hair removal

Wooden Applicator

Helps spread a thin layer of heated wax onto skin

Fabric Strip

Helps remove soft wax from skin