Milady's Aesthetician Series: Advanced Hair Removal Book

Preface     xiii
About the Authors     xv
Acknowledgments     xvii
Reviewers     xix
Introduction to Hair Removal     1
Key Terms     1
Learning Objectives     1
Introduction     2
Introduction to Hair Removal Methods     2
History and Origins of Hair Removal     7
Diseases that Increase Hair Growth     9
Training Technicians on Hair Removal Procedures     10
OSHA and Safety     16
Employment Options     17
Conclusion     26
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     26
Chapter Questions     27
Chapter References     27
Bibliography     27
Anatomy and Physiology of the Hair and Skin     29
Key Terms     29
Learning Objectives     30
Introduction     30
Skin Anatomy     32
The Layers of the Skin     33
The Skin's Pigmentation     40
The Dermis     41
Hypodermis or Subcutaneous Tissue     45
Skin Physiology     48
The Pilosebaceous Unit     52
When Hair Begins to Grow onthe Body     60
Conclusion     62
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     62
Chapter Questions     62
Chapter References     63
Bibliography     64
Hormones and Hair Growth     65
Key Terms     65
Learning Objectives     66
Introduction     66
The Endocrine System     66
The Gonads     74
Introduction to Hirsutism and Hypertrichosis     76
Hirsutism     78
Hypertrichosis     78
Hormonal Syndromes that Contribute to Excessive Hair Growth     79
Conclusion     82
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     83
Chapter Questions     83
Chapter References     84
Bibliography     84
Consultations     85
Key Terms     85
Learning Objectives     85
Introduction     86
The Office Consultation     86
Client Expectations     96
Conclusion     98
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     99
Chapter Questions     99
Bibliography     99
The Tools of the Trade      101
Key Terms     101
Learning Objectives     101
Introduction     102
The Treatment Room     102
Wax     116
Medications that Affect Hair Growth     123
Conclusion     124
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     125
Chapter Questions     125
Bibliography     125
Skin Typing and Hair Removal     127
Key Terms     127
Learning Objectives     127
Introduction     128
Fitzpatrick Skin Type     128
Hypopigmentation     137
Hyperpigmentation     137
Skin Type and Electrolysis     138
Skin Type and Waxing     139
Skin Type and Laser Hair Removal     140
Conclusion     140
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     141
Chapter Questions     141
Chapter References     142
Bibliography     142
Lasers and Hair Removal     143
Key Terms     143
Learning Objectives     143
Introduction     144
Lasers and Light Sources     145
Safety in the Laser Treatment Room      151
Patient Selection     152
Effects of Laser on Skin Type     154
The Laser Hair Removal Treatment     157
The Laser Treatment Parameters     162
Hair Growth Following Laser Treatment     165
Side Effects     167
State Licensure     168
Conclusion     169
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     169
Chapter Questions     169
Chapter References     170
Bibliography     170
Waxing Basics     171
Key Terms     171
Learning Objectives     171
Introduction     172
Hard Wax     173
Soft Wax     178
Techniques for Soft Waxing     181
Speed Waxing     184
Regrowth and Return Visits     188
Conclusion     189
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     189
Bibliography     190
Waxing Protocols     191
Key Terms     191
Learning Objectives     191
Introduction     192
Client Preparation     192
Waxing for Women     193
Waxing for Men      218
Posttreatment Care     222
Conclusion     223
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     224
Bibliography     224
Threading and Sugaring     225
Key Terms     225
Learning Objectives     225
Introduction to Threading     226
History of Threading     226
Sugaring     230
Application Techniques of Sugaring     235
Conclusion     240
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     240
Chapter Questions     240
Bibliography     241
Electrolysis     243
Key Terms     243
Learning Objectives     243
Introduction     244
History of Electrolysis     244
Electricity, Electrolysis, and Safety     246
Types of Permanent Hair Removal     250
Galvanic Electrolysis     254
Blend Method     256
Principles of Phoresis     258
Electrolysis for Different Types of Hair     262
The Treatment Process     264
Insertion Techniques     266
Conclusion     273
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic      274
Chapter Questions     274
Bibliography     275
Building a Hair Removal Business     277
Key Terms     277
Learning Objectives     277
Introduction     278
Getting Your Business Started     278
Keeping Your Business Moving     287
Conclusion     298
Top 10 Tips to Take to the Clinic     299
Chapter Questions     299
Chapter References     299
Bibliography     300
Glossary     303
Index     317