Lesson 1Skin type and phototype check: Fitzpatrick types, skin state, tanning past, pigment risk checkYou'll learn to sort skin by Fitzpatrick types and check current state, sun history, and pigment risks. This helps pick energy levels, do test spots, and advise on pigment dangers after treatment and staying out of the sun.
Assigning Fitzpatrick phototype accuratelyEvaluating current skin barrier conditionReviewing tanning and sunburn historyAssessing pigmentary and scarring tendencyAdjusting parameters by skin typeLesson 2Consent forms: what to put in (process details, risks/benefits, other choices, expected results, sessions needed, costs)This part lists what goes into consent forms for electrolysis. You'll learn to explain the process, risks, benefits, options, costs, and session numbers in plain talk, and record that they get it and agree freely.
Explaining procedure steps in plain languageDiscussing common and rare risksOutlining benefits and realistic outcomesPresenting alternatives and no-treatmentDocumenting consent and client questionsLesson 3No-go checklist: total and partial no's for electrolysis and reasons whyYou'll learn to make and use a no-go list for electrolysis. It separates total no's from maybe's, explains why, when to refer, and how to safely delay or change treatment.
Defining absolute contraindicationsRecognizing relative contraindicationsWhen to seek medical clearanceModifying plans for mild risk factorsDocumenting contraindication decisionsLesson 4Client hopes and aims: getting real results and setting clear goals for upper lip and chinHere you'll practice getting and shaping client goals for upper lip and chin. Learn to turn wishes into clear targets, explain timelines, and match hopes with hair growth facts and real results.
Open-ended questions to explore goalsDefining measurable hair reduction targetsExplaining timelines and regrowth cyclesNegotiating session frequency and budgetDocumenting agreed expectations clearlyLesson 5Full medical history questions: body illnesses, thyroid med info, hormone past, period/PCOS check, immune disease, recent bugsHere you'll set up a good medical history check for electrolysis. Covers body-wide illnesses, thyroid meds details, hormone past, periods/PCOS check, immune issues, recent sicknesses, and how they affect risks and results.
Screening systemic and endocrine illnessesDetailing thyroid diagnosis and dosingMenstrual, PCOS, and androgen excess historyAutoimmune and connective tissue disordersRecent infections, wounds, and healing issuesLesson 6Past hair removal ways: laser, wax, pluck, electrolysis — effects and timing for planningThis part explains how past laser, wax, pluck, or electrolysis changes hair cycles, thickness, and skin reaction. Learn best wait times and how to use this info for safe planning.
Mapping prior laser zones and parametersAssessing waxing and tweezing frequencyIdentifying residual effects of past electrolysisDetermining appropriate waiting intervalsAdapting treatment plan to hair historyLesson 7Risks special to Anna: checking thyroid med effects and scar/pigment risksThis part uses Anna as example. Check how her thyroid meds, skin past, and family scars affect pigment and scar risks, and adjust settings, gaps, and aftercare.
Reviewing Anna’s thyroid diagnosisAssessing skin fragility and drynessFamily history of keloids or dark marksAdjusting energy and probe selectionTailoring aftercare to Anna’s risksLesson 8Noting pain tolerance and worry: good scales and recording likesThis part shows how to check pain handling and worry using simple scales. Record scores, triggers, and ways they cope, then use for timing, methods, and comfort plans.
Using numeric and visual pain scalesScreening for procedure-related anxietyDocumenting comfort preferences clearlyPlanning session length by toleranceNonpharmacologic comfort strategiesLesson 9Med, supp, and cream check: sun-sensitive stuff, blood thinners, isotretinoin, thyroid interactions, wait timesHere learn to check meds, supps, and creams that mess with healing, bleeding, sun sensitivity. Focus on isotretinoin, blood thinners, thyroid drugs, and safe wait times before treatment.
Identifying photosensitizing medicationsAssessing anticoagulant and antiplatelet useIsotretinoin history and safe delay periodsThyroid medications and skin–hair effectsDocumenting supplements and herbal productsLesson 10Photos and records: standard before pics, chart spots, baseline measuresThis part covers standard photos and records to track progress and risks. Learn lights, positions, camera setup, plus noting starting hair count, skin state, and treatment details in files.
Standardizing lighting and camera anglesPositioning for upper lip and chin viewsDocumenting baseline hair density mapsRecording skin lesions and pigment changesLinking photos to chart entries securely
