Utah Esthetician State Board Practice Exam

When performing tweezing, how should the skin be positioned?

1. Relaxed and loose

2. Tight and pulling against hair growth

3. Slightly stretched but relaxed

4. Loosely pulled away from hair

The correct answer is: Tight and pulling against hair growth

When performing tweezing, the optimal skin positioning is to have it slightly stretched but still relaxed. This approach minimizes discomfort for the client and allows for more precise hair removal. When the skin is slightly stretched, it helps to raise the hair follicles closer to the surface, making the tweezing process more effective and reducing the risk of breaking the hair. In contrast, pulling the skin too tight against hair growth can lead to increased pain and potential injury to the skin. It can also make it more difficult to extract the hair smoothly, increasing the likelihood of irritation and leaving behind broken hairs. Moreover, if the skin is overly loose or relaxed, it may not provide the necessary support for efficient hair removal, potentially leading to a less effective tweezing session. Thus, slightly stretching the skin while keeping it relaxed strikes the right balance for optimal results during the tweezing process.