Epilate the hair follicle using diathermy, galvanic & blend techniques Consultation – page 178-180 of your text books Hair growth types & causes page173-175 of your text books

Step one Allow 30 min for the first consultation. This should include the removal of a few hairs. Explain to the client that all the information that is given during consultation is fully confidential. Explain the reason for consultation taking place before the treatment. Don’t forget to be aware of body language & be aware of the emotional affect What information must you record?

Step Two When did the hair growth problem start, did it coincide with any changes in their life. Check for contra-indications & medical history/medication – don’t forget referral procedures Establish the area to be treated Establish the expectations of treatment – are they realistic

Step Three What previous methods of hair removal have been used Explain the benefits of electrolysis – don’t forget to ensure they realise permanent does not mean instant. Discuss an appropriate treatment plan to include most suitable method of epilation to use Record skin & hair type After treatment record needle size, spacing (eg 1 in 4),current intensity, contra-actions Allow time for questions Can you give 5 reasons for keeping records?

Contra-indications Diabetes Epilepsy History of cancer Heart or circulatory disorders Anti-coagulant drugs Endocrine disorders Hepatitis B Nervous system dysfunction Highly nervous clients Pregnancy Metal plates & pins in treatment area Skin disorders/diseases Loss of skin sensation Electrical implants – e.g. pacemaker Please read Page181 of your text books for more information

Classifications of hair growth Lanugo – unborn foetus, usually shed at 8month or within 2 weeks of birth. Hair is soft and unpigmented Vellus – fine, downy, soft hair found on the face & body. No medulla present Terminal hair – deep seated, thick, coarse, pigmented hair that replaces vellus in certain areas e.g. scalp, eyelashes, eyebrows, pubic region, underarm, chest & beard in men

Causes of superfluous hair growth This can also be described as hypertrichosis or hirsutism Hypertrichosis abnormal growth of excess hair Hirsutism pattern of hair growth abnormal for person’s gender All hair growth is regulated by hormones and therefore endocrine disorders can have a major influence on hair growth problems