Deck 1 Flashcards
What are the three stages of perming?
Softening, Moulding & Fixing
What is a contra-indication to perming?
Impetigo
What conditioner is used after a perm?
Anti-Oxy
Which lotion has the strongest pH?
Alkaline
What are end papers used for?
To prevent fish hooks.
When perming, what should be considered for hair length and density?
Rod size, timing & sectioning
What does perm solution add to the hair?
Hydrogen
What is the active ingredient in alkaline perm solution?
Ammonium thioglycolate
What is the active ingredient in neutraliser?
Sodium bromate
What is the active ingredient in an acid perm?
Glycerol monothioglycollate
What does neutraliser add to the hair?
Oxygen
What is the pH of neutraliser?
3-5
What is the pH of an alkaline perm?
8.5-9.5
What is the pH of an acid perm?
6-7
Prior to perming solution being applied to the hair, what are the disulphide bonds known as?
Cystine