Esthetician Practice Exam Esthetician Practice Hair Removal Methods Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of applying pre-wax cleanser before a waxing service?

Accepted Answer

To remove oils, lotions, and debris for better wax adhesion

Answer

Pre-wax cleanser removes surface oils and residue so the wax can grip the hair effectively.

Question 2

Which hair removal method uses a beam of concentrated light to target melanin in the hair follicle?

Accepted Answer

Laser hair removal

Answer

Laser hair removal uses focused light energy absorbed by melanin pigment to damage the hair follicle.

Question 3

During a hard wax application, when should the wax be removed?

Accepted Answer

After it has cooled and become firm but pliable

Answer

Hard wax must cool and harden enough to grip the hair before being lifted off without a strip.

Question 4

What is a common contraindication for performing waxing services on a client?

Accepted Answer

The client uses topical retinoid medications

Answer

Retinoids thin the skin and increase sensitivity, making waxing likely to cause lifting or tearing of the skin.

Question 5

Which type of electrolysis uses a chemical reaction created by direct current to destroy the hair follicle?

Accepted Answer

Galvanic electrolysis

Answer

Galvanic electrolysis uses direct current to produce sodium hydroxide (lye) in the follicle, which destroys the growth cells.

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