Skin SciencesQuestion 49 of 100
During which phase of the hair growth cycle is waxing most effective?
a.Telogen, because the hair is resting
b.Catagen, because the follicle is shrinking
c.Anagen, because the hair is actively growing and still attached to the follicle
d.Any phase, because the growth cycle does not affect waxing results
Explanation
In the anagen or growth phase the hair is firmly connected to the dermal papilla and is removed with the fullest structure, producing the longest-lasting result. Catagen is a brief transition phase and telogen is the resting and shedding phase, when hairs release easily but are already detaching. Because follicles cycle independently, regrowth appears at staggered intervals.
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