Esthetics Program
Chapter 18: Hair Removal
Waxing, Tweezing, Methods & Contraindications|37 Questions|Board Exam Prep
Vocabulary Matching
Match each numbered term with the correct lettered definition.
Terms
1.Depilation
2.Epilation
3.Anagen
4.Catagen
5.Telogen
6.Hard wax
7.Soft wax
8.Contraindication
9.Folliculitis
10.Ingrown hair
Definitions
A.Temporary hair removal from the surface (shaving, depilatories)
B.Hair removal from the root (waxing, tweezing, epilators)
C.Active growth phase of the hair cycle when hair is attached to the papilla
D.Transitional phase when the hair detaches from the papilla
E.Resting phase when old hair sheds and new growth begins
F.A type of wax applied warm that hardens and is removed without strips
G.A thin wax applied warm and removed using muslin or pellon strips
H.A condition making hair removal inadvisable, such as Accutane use or sunburn
I.Infection or inflammation of the hair follicle often appearing as red bumps after waxing
J.A hair that grows back into the skin instead of rising up from the follicle
Fill in the Blank
Complete each statement with the correct word or phrase.
11.Removing hair from the surface is called while removing from the root is epilation.
12.The three phases of hair growth are anagen, catagen, and .
13.Waxing is most effective during the phase when hair is attached to the papilla.
14. wax hardens on the skin and is removed without strips.
15.Soft wax is removed using muslin or strips.
16.Clients using (isotretinoin) must wait 6-12 months before waxing.
17.Wax should always be applied in the direction of hair .
18. hairs result from hair curling back into the skin after removal.
Multiple Choice
Select the best answer for each question.
19.Waxing is a form of:
20.Which is a contraindication for waxing?
21.Hard wax is best suited for:
22.Wax should be removed:
23.What should be applied to the skin BEFORE soft wax?
24.Which hair growth phase is ideal for waxing?
25.Post-wax care should include all EXCEPT:
26.Folliculitis after waxing appears as:
True or False
Write T for True or F for False in the blank.
27.Soft wax can be applied to the same area multiple times in one session.
28.Hard wax is preferred for sensitive areas because it adheres to hair, not skin.
29.Clients using retinoids or AHAs are NOT at increased risk for wax injuries.
30.Wax temperature should always be tested on the inner wrist before applying to the client.
31.Threading is a form of epilation that uses twisted cotton thread.
32.Laser hair removal is a permanent depilation method.
33.Tweezing removes hair from the root and is classified as epilation.
34.Pre-wax oil is used with soft wax to protect the skin from lifting.
Short Answer
Answer each question in 2-4 complete sentences.
35.Compare soft wax and hard wax including when each is preferred and application technique.
36.List four contraindications for waxing and explain why each makes the treatment inadvisable.
37.Describe proper pre-wax and post-wax procedures to ensure client safety and comfort.