State Board Prep 1 Flashcards
No.
Question
1
What is the main component of hair?
2
What pH level is considered neutral?
3
What is the primary chemical used in permanent waving (perms)?
4
What does a neutralizer do during a perming process?
5
What pH range do hydroxide relaxers typically fall into?
6
What is the main ingredient in demi-permanent hair color?
7
What is the difference between a solution and an emulsion?
8
What chemical is used to reform disulfide bonds in a perm?
9
What is the function of hydrogen peroxide in hair coloring?
10
What is the function of surfactants in shampoos?
11
What is the chemical reaction that occurs during bleaching?
12
What is a chelating shampoo, and why is it used?
13
What is the role of alkaline substances in hair relaxers?
14
What is the importance of emollients in skin and hair care products?
15
What type of bond is broken by permanent hair color and reformed by the neutralizer?
16
How does the cuticle of the hair affect how well it absorbs chemicals?
17
What is the purpose of conditioners with acidic pH?
18
How do thermal protectants work in styling products?
19
What is the function of polymers in hair gels and styling products?
20
What is the active ingredient in chemical depilatories, and how does it work?
21
How does the size of the molecules in hair products affect absorption?
22
What is the role of triglycerides in hair and skin care?
23
How does an oxidative dye differ from a direct dye?
24
Why is glycerin used in hair and skin care products?
25
What effect does an alkaline pH have on the hair cuticle?
26
What is the main purpose of silicone in hair serums and oils?
27
How do humectants in conditioners benefit the hair?
28
What is the function of benzoyl peroxide in acne treatment products?
29
What is the chemical difference between temporary and semi-permanent hair colors?
30
What is the purpose of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) in skin care?
31
How do ceramides benefit hair care products?
32
What chemical process takes place when nail polish dries?
33
How do antioxidants in skin care protect the skin?
34
What is the difference between a lotion and a cream in terms of their chemical composition?
35
How does UV light affect hair during color processing?
36
What are quaternary ammonium compounds, and how are they used in salons?
37
How does an acidic conditioner work on chemically treated hair?
38
What are the three layers of hair?
39
What is the role of the cortex in hair?
40
What are disulfide bonds responsible for in the hair structure?
41
What is the anagen phase in hair growth?
42
What is the catagen phase in hair growth?
43
What is the primary function of the cuticle in hair?
44
What happens to the hair during the telogen phase?
45
What type of chemical bond is primarily affected by chemical relaxers and perms?
46
What pH level should shampoos generally have to match hair’s natural state?
47
How do hydroxide relaxers work to straighten the hair?
48
What are the two types of hair melanin responsible for color?
49
How do permanent hair colors affect the hair structure?
50
What is the role of a developer in hair coloring?
51
How does pH impact hair texture and condition?
52
What is the chemical composition of the hair’s cuticle?
53
How does ammonia affect the hair shaft during the coloring process?
54
Why is it important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions on chemical services?
55
What is the difference between a rinse-out and leave-in conditioner?
56
How do relaxers alter the natural curl pattern in hair?
57
Why is it necessary to perform a patch test before applying color?
58
What is the chemical formula for ammonium thioglycolate, and how does it affect hair?
59
What is the impact of over-processing the hair with chemical services?
60
How does porosity affect how hair absorbs moisture and chemicals?
61
What role does elasticity play in the hair’s ability to withstand chemical treatments?
62
What are the signs of hair damage after chemical services?
63
Why is a neutralizer important in chemical texture services?
64
How does the diameter of the hair strand affect the processing time of color or relaxer?
65
How do emulsifiers work in hair products?
66
What are the potential risks of overlapping relaxers or color treatments?
67
Why is pH balance important for scalp health?
68
What role do lipids play in maintaining healthy hair?
69
What is the function of ceramides in hair conditioning treatments?
70
Why are scalp treatments with oils recommended before chemical services?
71
What happens to the natural oils in the hair when subjected to high-alkaline treatments?
72
What is the function of hydrogen bonds in wet hair, and how do they change during drying or styling?
73
How does the density of hair affect the amount of product needed during chemical services?
74
What precautions should be taken when using bleach on fragile hair?
75
How do protein treatments benefit chemically treated hair?
76
What is the significance of water hardness on hair after chemical treatments?
77
What type of emulsifier is used in most salon conditioners?
78
Why is moisture balance critical to hair health after chemical services?
79
How does temperature affect the processing of chemical services like perms or relaxers?