hair removal

Do not apply makeup, other than loose powder, for how long after facial waxing?

2 Hours

What is the first step in draping for a facial hair removal service?

Assist client onto treatment table

For soft (strip) wax and hard (non-strip) wax, all of the following actions are considered infection control and safety guidelines EXCEPT:

Powder client's skin

Which of the following steps is NOT a part of the thermal sensitivity test for using hard wax?

Reuse spatula to obtain new wax

T or F: It is important to avoid waxing over the same area multiple times when using soft wax.

True

In what direction is hard wax commonly applied at first, before it is spread and smoothed with a spatula?

Against the direction of hair growth

Terminal hair responds very well to the use of hard wax, which can:

Open the follicle

All products in the salon/spa need health and safety guidelines provided by a:

SDS

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

Thick, clean edge

Which of the following actions should NOT be performed during a waxing service?

Apply fragrant oils to the client

When choosing a hair removal strip for a facial or eyebrow waxing service which of the following strip sizes is recommended?

1" x 3" (2.5 x 7.5 cm)

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

Adjustable

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

Opposite direction of the hair growth

All of the following statements about laser hair removal are true EXCEPT:

Treats only one hair follicle at a time

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

Shingles

When waxing an area that has restrictions, such as a mole, what product can be applied to prevent wax from adhering to the skin?

Powder

T or F: When removing a soft wax strip, grip the edge of the strip and pull upward.

False

Which of the following hair removal methods utilizes a paste that is applied to the skin in a firm rolling motion?

Sugaring

The main difference between a hard waxing service and a soft waxing service is:

The application and Removal of wax

If slight bleeding or irritation occurs after removing the strip during a soft wax service, apply:

Antiseptic

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

Store disinfected tools and multi-use supplies used for a temporary hair removal service in a:

Clean, dry, covered container

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

Vitamins

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

Spreading wax

All salon/spa tools for temporary hair removal services should be disinfected:

After each use

The draping protocol for clients with disabilities is guided by:

The individual client's needs

Sarah is performing a thermal sensitivity test prior to applying wax. How should she test the wax temperature on her client?

On the inside of their wrist or ankle

Which of the following products can be used to help prevent bacterial growth on the skin prior to a temporary hair removal service?

Antiseptic

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

Preparation, Procedure, Completion

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

Parallel, Close to skin

Hair that has curled back into the follicle with skin growing over it is known as:

Ingrown hair

The growth phase of hair is known as the:

Anagen phase

In what direction are eyebrow hairs tweezed?

In the direction of hair growth

What should the esthetician do if a client has a new tattoo and is requesting a waxing service?

Avoid tattooed area

Used hard wax should be disposed of after:

Every client

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

Throughout the service

What product should be applied after a waxing service to calm the skin?

Soothing toner

The thermolysis method of electrolysis is also called the:

High frequency/short-wave method

Which of the following steps takes place during the temporary hair removal Connect service essential?

Have client fill out a hair removal intake form

Tamara sees a medication listed on her client's hair removal intake form that she is not familiar with. What should she do?

Ask the client about it

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?

24 Hours

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

122° F (50 °C)

Jenny has a first-time client requesting an underarm wax. The first thing she should do according to draping guidelines is:

Ask her to change into a gown, removing only her top

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

Depilatory

Which hair removal method uses electric current to damage the cells of the papilla and disrupt hair growth?

Electrolysis

Of the following steps, which comes last in an eyebrow tweezing service?

Calm skin

The treatment room for a temporary hair removal service needs to be:

Clean, Hygienic, Ergonomically sound

Vellus hair is the majority of hair found on the:

Face

T or F: The hair on men in the back and chest areas is vellus hair.

False

The effectiveness of a hair removal treatment is determined by the expertise of the esthetician and the:

Product used

Which hair reduction method creates a broad spectrum of light energy to destroy hair bulbs?

Intense pulsed light

Chandra is dispensing a lotion. Which of the following supplies would she use to dispense the product?

Spatula

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

Chemical Depilatory

The first four steps in a waxing service are:

Prepare skin, Examine skin, Test wax, Apply/Remove wax

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

Tense Muscles

Small and large scissors, a brow brush and comb, and tweezers are all examples of:

Temporary hair removal tools

All of the following actions are steps of an eyebrow tweezing service, EXCEPT

Apply barrier cream

Which of the following temporary hair removal supplies helps ensure the facial area is free of stray hairs?

Headband

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

Upper lip, Underarms and Bikini areas

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

How often should an eyebrow pencil be sharpened?

Before and after each use

Which of the following hair removal methods is ideal for small areas and thinner, more sensitive skin?

Hard (non-strip) wax

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

24 Weeks

Why would hard wax be recommended for the bikini area?

Kinder to the skin

When removing wax during a hard wax procedure, always hold the client's skin:

Taut

All of the following temporary hair removal supplies need to be discarded after each use EXCEPT:

Sheets

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

Lifting of skin and potential scarring

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

Erythema, Allergic reaction, Peeling

The temporary hair removal service of sugaring includes two methods, rolling and:

Strip

All of the following statements are true about a chemical depilatory EXCEPT:

Removes hair by decomposing the papilla

All of the following shapes describe tweezers used in a temporary hair removal service EXCEPT:

Claw

LASER is an acronym for:

Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation

Often a client will not be aware that they have a disease or disorder that prevents a service. The only way to determinewhether to perform a service will be based on:

What you see on the skin

Which of the following products buffers the skin from the wax during a hair removal service and prevents the skin from lifting?

Powder

All of the following statements about the galvanic electrolysis method are true EXCEPT:

A high-level current passes into the needle

When performing a hard (non-strip) wax procedure, minimize pain by applying:

Pressure to skin immediately after removing wax

During the Consult service essential of a hair removal service the esthetician:

Obtains client consent

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

4-6 weeks

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

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

Barrier cream

A hair removal service cannot be performed if which of the following medical conditions is present?

Scabies

Which of the following actions reflects an important step during the Consult service essential of a hair removal service?

Ask about client's skin concerns, observe the skin, review medical history

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

24 Hours

In darker skin, repetitive abrasion and exfoliation by a razor can create a shadow due to:

Hyperpigmentation

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

3 months

During which of the following service essentials would you encourage the client to prebook?

Complete

Which temporary hair removal service is beneficial for removing hair from both large and small areas of the body?

Waxing

Depending on the level of hair growth, hard wax hair removal lasts:

4-6 weeks

What eyebrow shape is generally recommended for heart and oblong face shapes?

Low arched shape

After draping the client, the first step in an eyebrow tweezing service is:

Examine skin for contraindications

Camryn is checking that the bulb is secure in a piece of hair removal equipment. What piece of equipment has a bulb?

Magnifying lamp

When shaping the eyebrows, the brow should begin:

Over the inside corner of the eye

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

Sensitive skin

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

Removes dirt and oil

In a hard wax procedure the wax adheres to:

Only the hair

In which method of electrolysis does the client only feel a tiny "flash" of heat?

Thermolysis

Which eyebrow shape is ideal for balancing out a heavier jaw, a round eye or pear face shape?

Angular shape

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

The process of removing hair from the follicle is referred to as:

Epilation

What period of time is required before a hair removal service can be performed after a medical-level chemical peel?

1 Month