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CME Hair & Skin Science Flashcards

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  1. Which phase of the hair growth cycle is considered the active growth phase during which electrolysis is most effective?

    Answer: Anagen

    Anagen is the active growth phase when the hair is attached to the dermal papilla, making electrolysis most effective.

  2. What is the approximate percentage of scalp hairs in the telogen phase at any given time?

    Answer: 15–20%

    Approximately 15–20% of scalp hairs are in the telogen (resting) phase at any given time.

  3. Which skin layer contains the dermal papilla that nourishes the hair follicle?

    Answer: Dermis

    The dermal papilla sits at the base of the follicle within the dermis, supplying nutrients via blood vessels.

  4. Vellus hairs differ from terminal hairs primarily in that they are:

    Answer: Fine, short, and lightly pigmented

    Vellus hairs are fine, short, and lightly pigmented, whereas terminal hairs are coarser and darker.

  5. Which cell type in the hair bulb is responsible for producing hair pigment?

    Answer: Melanocytes

    Melanocytes in the hair bulb produce and transfer melanin granules to keratinocytes, giving hair its color.

  6. The sebaceous gland opens into the:

    Answer: Hair follicle

    Sebaceous glands open into the hair follicle, secreting sebum that lubricates both the hair and surrounding skin.