Chapter 2 Flashcards

1
Q

What colour is the cuticle?

A

clear/opaque

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2
Q

What may happen if incorrect shampoo products are used on the hair?

A

It may make the hair/scalp condition worse.

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3
Q

How should the client be prepared for shampooing?

A

Gown, plastic cape and towel.

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4
Q

How long should it take to shampoo and condition the hair?

A

10 minutes

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5
Q

What shampoo would you use for dry hair?

A

Almond shampoo

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6
Q

When would you use an anti-oxidant conditioner?

A

After a chemical process, i.e colour or perm

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7
Q

What hair condition would you recommend a penetrating conditioner?

A

Dry hair or chemically damaged.

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8
Q

What effect does a mild acid product have on the cuticle?

A

It closes the cuticle.

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9
Q

What effect does a mild alkaline have on the cuticle?

A

It opens the cuticle.

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10
Q

What is the pH of hair and skin?

A

4.5-5.5

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11
Q

Where will you find a surfactant?

A

In shampoo

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12
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What does hydroscopic mean?

A

The ability of something to absorb moisture.

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13
Q

What does the porosity test check?

A

The condition of the cuticle

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14
Q

What does the elasticity test check?

A

The strength of the cortex.

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15
Q

What does hydrophilic mean?

A

Water loving

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16
Q

What does hydrophobic mean?

A

Water hating.

17
Q

Which end of the surfactant is water loving and water hating?

A

The head is water loving and the tail is water hating. (remember diving into water head first)

18
Q

Describe the following massage movement and when it is used - Rotary

A

Firm, quick circular movements used when shampooing

19
Q

Describe the following massage movement and when it is used - Friction

A

Quick rubbing movement used when shampooing.

20
Q

Describe the following massage movement and when it is used - Petrissage

A

Slow deep circular kneading movement used when conditioning.

21
Q

What does COSHH stand for?

A

Control of substances hazardous to health.

22
Q

What are your responsibilities under COSHH regulations?

A

To Store, Handle Use and Dispose of chemicals and products according to manufacturers’ instructions, salon policy and local byelaws.