Temporary Epilation Week 1 T1 2016
Histology of hair, Hair growth cycle Methods of hair removal Hot wax
Hair and the skin Hair: an appendage of skin Slender, threadlike outgrowth of skin and scalp Hormonal influence Genetics Hard Keratin higher Sulphur content Primary function is to provide protection
Hair and the skin (cont d) Hair follicle structure
Structure of the hair Hair is composed of The hair shaft: part of hair we see The hair root: hair within follicle Hair bulb: thick club shaped structure found at the base of the hair P.35of resource book
Structure of the hair (cont d) Hair papilla: where hair germ cells are found Cone-shaped at base of follicle Contains blood vessels and cells necessary for growth
Types of hair 3 types of hair Lanugo: fine, downy hair found on newborns Vellus: short, soft, fine hair found all over body of children and adults; not affected by hormones Terminal: thicker, coarse, pigmented hair on head and body - at puberty, hair growth in underarms, pubic region
Stages of hair growth
Stages of hair growth (cont d) Anagen Stage: 1 st stage of hair growth Hair attached to papilla New keratinized cells Removal of hair is best at this stage Takes 4 weeks for the hair to reach the surface
Stages of hair growth (cont d) Catagen Stage Is the transition stage Hair root grows upward Detaches itself from bulb
Stages of hair growth (cont d) Telogen Stage Resting stage Final stage of hair growth Shows above the skin Hair bulb not active detached Two hairs may reside within the follicle
Factors affecting hair growth Hormonal Exposure to sunlight Hereditary Chemicals/drugs (medications) Disorders
Factors affecting hair growth Hirsutism: excessive hair growth on face, arms, and legs
Factors affecting hair growth Hypertrichosis: excessive hair growth where hair does not normally grow
Factors affecting hair growth Alopecia: the partial or complete absence of hair from areas of the body where it normally grows; baldness.
Methods of hair removal Depilation Tweezing Threading Sugaring Waxing IPL Laser Electrolysis
Reasons for hair removal Psychological - embarrassed of excess/unsightly hair Social - What society demands is acceptable Cultural - A person s culture or religion may affect Personal preference Occupation
Benefits of waxing Fast & efficient temporary hair removal Form of epilation: hair removed from root, takes time to grow back Affordable Instant results Trauma to papilla: may affect growth Many clients report some reduction in hair growth after multiple treatments
Hot wax Beeswax Resins Essential Oils Sets Hard CNB- White in colour Advantages Better for delicate and sensitive areas eg. Face, underarms, bikini areas Used on thick, coarse shorter hairs
Hot wax Lycon Vanilla HOT WAX XXX A new generation, high-tech, ultra flexible and strong wax. LYCON s latest and unique Titanium Dioxide technology, creating a super gentle, smooth, low temperature wax. Excellent for the most professional and virtually painless experience. for Brazilian waxing Ideal temperature for wax 50-55 C
Strip wax Oils Organic substances such as honey, gum rosin, aloe vera Sticky Wax: residue removed with oilbased product Used for finer, longer, larger areas Removed with cloth CNB: green in colour ideal temperature 75⁰C
Strip wax Advantages Faster Less post-waxing reactions means less redness/blotchiness Heats quickly Less expensive Disadvantages Not as effective on bikini/underarm area More skin reactions in sensitive areas Skin left sticky Sticks to skin more
Adverse reactions/effects Inflammation Spotting on skin Hive-like reactions Ingrown hairs Torn skin Bruising Broken capillaries Infection of hair follicle Burns Bleeding from follicles
Adverse reactions/effects