Questions and Answers 2024/2025|
The process of hair removal by using a sticky substance and a strip of cloth
Waxing
A substance used to calm and soothe the skin after a waxing procedure
Aftercare lotion
The growth phase of the hair cycle when hair is actively growing
Anagen
The direction in which wax should be applied for effective hair removal
In the direction of hair growth
The phase of hair growth where hair begins to fall out naturally
Telogen
A tool used to apply wax to the skin during a waxing procedure
Spatula
The temperature at which soft wax is typically used
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, Warm
The type of wax that hardens and is removed without the use of a strip
Hard wax
The condition of the skin being red and inflamed after waxing
Erythema
The phase of hair growth where the hair follicle is resting
Catagen
The area most commonly waxed on the face
Eyebrows
The contraindication to waxing if a client is currently using Accutane
Skin thinning
The amount of time typically recommended between waxing appointments
4-6 weeks
The part of the body where strip wax is most commonly used
Legs
2
,A common ingredient in wax that helps soothe the skin
Aloe Vera
The term used to describe small, hard bumps that can form after waxing
Folliculitis
A precaution to take when waxing sensitive areas
Test the wax temperature on your wrist
The direction in which the strip should be pulled off the skin
Opposite direction of hair growth
The type of wax often used for small or sensitive areas
Hard wax
The recommended length of hair for waxing to be effective
¼ inch
A condition that could make waxing unsafe, such as open wounds or rashes
Skin irritation
3
, The skin's reaction to waxing when small red bumps appear
Post-inflammatory reaction
The duration after waxing that clients should avoid sun exposure
24-48 hours
The ingredient commonly found in pre-waxing cleansers to clean the skin
Alcohol
The type of wax that requires strips for removal
Soft wax
A precaution taken when waxing clients with diabetes
Avoid waxing if there are circulatory issues
A technique to minimize pain during the removal of the wax strip
Hold the skin taut
The risk associated with waxing over the same area multiple times
Skin damage
A method to prevent ingrown hairs after waxing
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