Colorado Cosmetology Written Practice Exam

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Which method of hair removal is considered temporary?

Electrolysis
Laser
Balding
Waxing

The correct answer is: Waxing

The method of hair removal that is considered temporary is waxing. Waxing involves applying a sticky substance to the skin that adheres to unwanted hair. When the wax is quickly pulled away, it removes hair from the root. However, because this process does not affect the hair follicle itself, hair will eventually grow back. The duration of smooth skin can vary depending on individual hair growth cycles, but typically, the results last anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months, making it a temporary solution. In contrast, electrolysis and laser hair removal are both considered permanent methods. Electrolysis uses electric current to destroy hair follicles, preventing future hair growth, while laser hair removal targets melanin in the hair with concentrated light to inhibit further hair growth. Balding is not a method of hair removal but rather a condition of losing hair. Therefore, waxing stands out as the only option that provides temporary results.