The Encyclopedia of Hair Removal will offer a one-stop-shop learning resource to guide those studying hair removal at Levels 2-4. Additionally it will support those already working as hair removal specialists or teaching in this area. It will detail all the methods employed in salons to remove unwanted hair, from waxing to laser, with reference to the underpinning knowledge and other necessities of the new Habia standards for Levels 2-4. It will equip readers on an ‘everything you need to know’ basis – from client care and consultation as it should be done; how to make the perfect insertion; the most up to date science and technology possible and lastly, by offering its unique reference style section.
A key attraction of this book will be its step-by-step photographs, its simple yet thorough coverage of A&P (supported by full colour easy-to-follow diagrams) and its commitment to providing a colourful and attractive resource for visual learners.one-stop-shop learning resource to guide those studying hair removal at Levels 2-4. Additionally it will support those already working as hair removal specialists or teaching in this area.
It will detail all the methods employed in salons to remove unwanted hair, from waxing to laser, with reference to the underpinning knowledge and other necessities of the new Habia standards for Levels 2-4. It will equip readers on an ‘everything you need to know’ basis – from client care and consultation as it should be done; how to make the perfect insertion; the most up to date science and technology possible and lastly, by offering its unique reference style section. A key attraction of this book will be its step-by-step photographs, its simple yet thorough coverage of A&P (supported by full colour easy-to-follow diagrams) and its commitment to providing a colourful and attractive resource for visual learners.
Features
The ability to check your progress with questions and activities at the end of each chapter
Special learning features to help you master key techniques, including learning objectives, tip boxes, equipment lists, health and safety boxes and clear-cut diagrams
The very latest techniques and knowledge to match all major qualification standards (including the current level 2, 3 and 4 standards) making it ideal for all NVQ and BTEC courses
Dedicated further knowledge section containing more advanced material for practitioners and those who want to find out more
Content endorsed by Habia and drawing on all of the skills and experience of two widely recognised hair removal experts
About the authors
Acknowledgements
Foreword
About the book
PART ONE Introducing Hair Removal
1. What is hair removal?
PART TWO The Basics
2. G15 Consultation
PART THREE Anatomy and Physiology
3. Anatomy and physiology
PART FOUR Depilation
4. BT6 Waxing
5. BT6 Sugaring
6. BT6 Threading
PART FIVE Epilation
7. BT16 Electrolysis
8. Laser and intense pulsed light
PART SIX Business Basics
9. G11/G6 Business success
10. G1 Health and safety
Glossary
Index
