Lesson 1Skin type and phototype assessment: Fitzpatrick classification, skin condition, tanning history, pigmentary tendency assessmentYuh guh learn fi classify skin usin Fitzpatrick phototypes an check current condition, tannin history, an pigment tendency. Dis guide energy pick, test spots, an counsel pon post-treatment pigment risk an sun behaviour.
Assigning Fitzpatrick phototype accuratelyEvaluating current skin barrier conditionReviewing tanning and sunburn historyAssessing pigmentary and scarring tendencyAdjusting parameters by skin typeLesson 2Informed consent documentation: elements to include (procedure explanation, risks/benefits, alternatives, expected outcomes, number of sessions, costs)Dis section spell out di parts a informed consent fi electrolysis. Yuh guh learn how fi explain di procedure, risk, benefit, alternative, cost, an session number in clear language an record understanding an voluntary agreement.
Explaining procedure steps in plain languageDiscussing common and rare risksOutlining benefits and realistic outcomesPresenting alternatives and no-treatmentDocumenting consent and client questionsLesson 3Contraindications checklist: absolute and relative contraindications for electrolysis and rationaleYuh guh learn fi build an use a contraindication checklist fi electrolysis. Di section separate absolute from relative contraindication an explain di reason, referral need, an when fi postpone or modify treatment safe.
Defining absolute contraindicationsRecognizing relative contraindicationsWhen to seek medical clearanceModifying plans for mild risk factorsDocumenting contraindication decisionsLesson 4Client expectations and goals: eliciting realistic outcomes and setting measurable goals for upper lip and chinHere yuh guh practice elicit an refine client goal fi upper lip an chin. Yuh guh learn fi turn desire inna measurable target, explain timeline, an line up expectation wid hair biology an real treatment outcome.
Open-ended questions to explore goalsDefining measurable hair reduction targetsExplaining timelines and regrowth cyclesNegotiating session frequency and budgetDocumenting agreed expectations clearlyLesson 5Comprehensive medical history questions: systemic illnesses, thyroid medication details, hormonal history, menstrual/PCOS screening, autoimmune disease, recent infectionsHere yuh guh structure a focus medical history fi electrolysis. Topic include endocrine an thyroid issue, hormonal an menstrual pattern, PCOS, autoimmune disease, recent infection, an how each factor affect risk an outcome.
Screening systemic and endocrine illnessesDetailing thyroid diagnosis and dosingMenstrual, PCOS, and androgen excess historyAutoimmune and connective tissue disordersRecent infections, wounds, and healing issuesLesson 6Previous hair removal methods: laser, waxing, tweezing, electrolysis — effects and timing related to treatment planningDis section explain how prior laser, waxin, tweezin, an electrolysis affect follicle cycle, hair density, an skin response. Yuh guh learn optimal waitin period an how fi mix dis history inna safe treatment plannin.
Mapping prior laser zones and parametersAssessing waxing and tweezing frequencyIdentifying residual effects of past electrolysisDetermining appropriate waiting intervalsAdapting treatment plan to hair historyLesson 7Risk factors specific to Anna: how to evaluate thyroid medication impact and scarring/pigmentation riskDis section focus pon client Anna as case study. Yuh guh check how thyroid medication, skin history, an family scar pattern affect risk a pigment change an scar, an how fi adapt settin, interval, an 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 8Recording pain tolerance and anxiety: validated scales and how to document preferencesDis section teach how fi check pain tolerance an anxiety usin simple validated scale. Yuh guh learn fi record score, trigger, an copin preference, den mix dem inna schedulin, technique choice, an comfort measure.
Using numeric and visual pain scalesScreening for procedure-related anxietyDocumenting comfort preferences clearlyPlanning session length by toleranceNonpharmacologic comfort strategiesLesson 9Medication, supplement and topical use screening: photosensitizing agents, anticoagulants, isotretinoin, thyroid meds interactions and clearance periodsHere yuh guh learn fi screen medication, supplement, an topical weh change healin, bleedin, an photosensitivity. Emphasis pon isotretinoin, anticoagulant, thyroid drug, an how fi apply safe clearance period before treatment.
Identifying photosensitizing medicationsAssessing anticoagulant and antiplatelet useIsotretinoin history and safe delay periodsThyroid medications and skin–hair effectsDocumenting supplements and herbal productsLesson 10Photography and record keeping: standardized pre-treatment photos, chart fields, and baseline measurement documentationDis section cover standardized photography an chartin fi track progress an manage risk. Yuh guh learn lightin, positionin, an camera settin, plus how fi record baseline density, skin status, an treatment parameter inna client record.
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
