Lesson 1Skin type and phototype assessment: Fitzpatrick classification, skin condition, tanning history, pigmentary tendency assessmentYou will learn to group skin by Fitzpatrick types and check its present state, history of tanning, and how it holds colour. This helps pick energy levels, do test spots, and advise on risks of colour changes after treatment and staying out of sun.
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)This part lists what to put in consent forms for electrolysis. You will learn to explain the process, risks, gains, other options, costs, and number of visits in simple words and record that they understand 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 3Contraindications checklist: absolute and relative contraindications for electrolysis and rationaleYou will learn to make and use a list of things that stop electrolysis treatment. It tells apart total bans from partial ones, explains why, when to send to doctor, and when to delay or change treatment safely.
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 you will practice asking about and shaping client wishes for upper lip and chin. You will learn to turn wants into clear goals, explain time needed, and match hopes with how hair grows and real results from treatment.
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 you will set up a good medical history check for electrolysis. It covers body-wide sicknesses, thyroid drug details, hormone past, monthly cycles or PCOS checks, body attacking itself diseases, and fresh infections.
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 planningThis part shows how past laser, wax, plucking, or electrolysis changes hair root cycles, thickness, and skin reply. You will learn best wait times and how to use this past to plan safe treatment.
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 riskThis part uses client Anna as example. You will check how thyroid drugs, skin past, and family scar ways raise risks of colour shift and scars, and how to change power, gaps between visits, and home care.
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 preferencesThis part teaches checking pain handling and worry with trusted scales. You will learn to note scores, what causes pain, and ways they like to cope, then use in planning times, methods, and comfort help.
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 you will check drugs, extras, and skin creams that change healing, bleeding, sun sensitivity. Focus on skin drugs like isotretinoin, blood thinners, thyroid meds, and safe wait times before starting.
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 documentationThis part covers standard photos and notes to follow progress and handle risks. You will learn light setup, body place, camera ways, plus noting start 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
