Chapter 2 - Hair and scalp analysis (2) Flashcards

1
Q

List, in the correct order, the 3 stages of hair growth.

A

Anagen, catagen, telogen (ACT)

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2
Q

Which stage is the active growing stage?

A

Anagen

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3
Q

Which stage is the resting stage?

A

Catagen

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4
Q

Which stage is the shedding stage?

A

Telogen

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5
Q

How can an incompatibility to products affect a required service?

A

The service will not be carried out or may have to be adapted.

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6
Q

What is the correct terminology for a single hair?

A

Hair shaft

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7
Q

What is the top layer of the skin called?

A

Epidermis (between 0.5-1.5 mm thick)

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8
Q

What is the inner layer of the skin called?

A

Dermis

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9
Q

When cold, which muscle contracts to give us goosebumps?

A

Arrector pili muscle

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10
Q

Which gland produces the skins natural oil, sebum?

A

Sebaceous gland

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11
Q

What is another name for the sweat gland?

A

Sudoriferous gland

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12
Q

Describe the appearance of scabies.

A

Red lines on the skin, covered in small bumps and/or blisters.

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13
Q

Describe the appearance of dandruff.

A

Yellowish or white flakes of skin on the scalp.

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14
Q

Describe the appearance of psoriasis.

A

Inflamed areas with the appearance of silvery scales and can be very itchy.

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15
Q

Describe the appearance of keloid scarring.

A

Overdeveloped area of scarring, scar is usually raised.

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16
Q

Describe the appearance of alopecia.

A

Bald patches, loss of hair, thinning hair.

17
Q

Describe the appearance of an ingrown hair.

A

Pus filled blister with darker centre where the hair is trapped.

18
Q

Describe the appearance of ringworm.

A

Red rings on the skin with a white/grey centre.

19
Q

Describe the appearance of folliclitis.

A

Small spots around the follicle that are inflamed and itchy or sore.

20
Q

Is ringworm contagious?

A

Yes. The service can not go ahead.