Overview

This extensive manual provides a modernized approach to hair removal and dispels the rumors, old wives tales, and half truths about hair growth, hair removal, and the techniques that are associated with the procedures. Deigned to act as a resource for students and practicing aestheticians, Advanced Waxing and Hair Removal discusses the must-know subjects of anatomy and physiology; patient interviewing; charting; techniques; and how to grow a hair removal business; and includes patient studies, photographs and recommendations for treatment. Illustrated are the processes of hair removal by following several candidates through different hair removal techniques and provides many illustrations to observe the results. Documentation of treatment plans, interviewing techniques, and patient recommendations are made available to the reader. In addition, the book discusses the use of lasers, who can perform this procedure, how it works, and why it may be the single prong in the hair removal plan for a patient. With its simple, non-intimidating approach, this handbook provides the reader with advanced, updated, and need-to-know information about the hair removal process.

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9781401881740

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aThe book has fabulous information, useful for all levels of learning. This can and will be a wonderful resource for estheticians to have. A lot of information to comprehend yet one can go to the text and find specific information pertaining to hair removal treatments and services.a -- Sandra Peoples Counselor/Instructor Pickens Technical Center, Aurora, Co

I would purchase this book as a reference book for teaching estheticians based on the information given on lasers, electrolysis and the histology and morphology of the hair follicle? -- Kathy McGowan L.Ac. Dipl. Ac, Esthetics Instructor, Licensed Acupuncturist & Esthetician, Ontario, CA

Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Anatomy and Physiology of the Hair and Skin Chapter 3: Hormones and Hair Growth Chapter 4:Consultations Chapter 5: The Tools of the Trade Chapter 6: Skin Typing and Hair Removal Chapter 7: Lasers and Hair Removal Chapter 8: Waxing Chapter 9: Threading and Sugaring Chapter 10: Electrolysis Chapter 11: Building a Hair Removal Business

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Helen Bickmore received her diplomas for beauty therapy, body treatments, massage and electrolysis in 1979 through both the London Collage of Fashion and the City Guilds of London Institute. She is a New York state licensed Esthetician and massage therapist and a certified professional Electrologist. Pamela Hill, RN is Chief Executive Officer and president of Facial Aesthetics, the Pamela Hill Institute, and Pamela Hill Skin Care.

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