Hair Exam Review

The first relatively safe lye hair straightener was developed by

Garrett Augustus Morgan

If a client has tightly coiled hair, what would a natural stylist recommend that the client do with the hair before bedtime

Braids

Beauty plus maintaining a healthy mind and body create

beauty wellness

Each state differs on regulations governing natural hair care licenses such as applying

thermal

A product that can claim its free from ____ is safe to use on natural or textured hair

animal testing

Which of the following is an example of a product that is acceptable to eb used on natural hair

free from animal testing

What is the flu caused by

bacilli

Which decontamination method uses detergent and a nail brush

1

Which of the following is an autoclave testing method

Spore test

Bacteria are microorganisms that have characteristics of ____

both vegetables and animals

What process kills spore

sterilization

Disinfectants work according to their ____ as long as label instructions are carefully followed

efficacy claim

_____ disinfectants are very high pH and are a form of formaldehyde

Phenolic

Decontamination method 2 requires the use of a(n) _____ in the sterilization step

autoclave

Polio, smallpox, warts, and mumps are a few diseases caused by ___

viruses

A salon manager would like her stylists to sell 10 hair care products per week. The manager has set a ____

short term goal

What is an external stressor that has an effect on health

poor air quality

natural stylists are nicknamed ____due to the close relationship they build with their clients to achieve healthy hair

hair doctors

What do professionals practice by not disclosing personal information about clientd to others

discretion

A natural stylists _____ is essential to building trust within clients by helping them relax

touch

A natural stylist may offer ____ services to the client who does not have a history of chemically treated hair

preventative

What is the best form of promotion for a for a successful business

personal referrals

What face shape would get a style with partial bangs that frame the face

heart

Clients with _____ face shape that want braids the braids must not be long

oblong

What are the 3 parts that make up the hair shaft

Cuticle, cortex, medulla

The three levels of Decontamination

Sanitation, Disinfection, Sterilization

What is sanitation?

Lowers the number of germs, does NOT kill them

ex. washing hands; wiping down a station w/ soap and water

What is disinfection?

Kill most germs on hard, non-porous surfaces

ex. immersing combs/clips in QUATS/Barbicide

What is sterilization?

Kills ALL microbes, including spores

ex. autoclave, medical only, not required for braiders

What is OSHA?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration is a federal agency that regulates and enforces safety and health standards to protect employees in the workplace

What is EPA?

Environmental Protection Agency sets high standard for manufacturers products that claim to kills germs, fungi, or viruses. All disinfectants must be registered with the EPA

What is the most common head shape?

Oval

How to detangle hair?

Start at the end work toward the root

What animal is allowed in a salon?

Animals and pets are prohibited inside a licensed salon

Percentage of elasticity needed for your hair to be considered healthy hair

30%

What percentage of test needed to pass braiding exam?

75%

What part of the hair takes longest to loc?

Straight/smooth textured

pH of healthy hair

4.5-5.5, slightly acidic

Medical term for dandruff

pityriasis

The hair’s ability to retain moisture is called _____

Porosity

What is low porosity?

Cuticle is tightly closed, water beds up, product sits on top, strand would float in water

What is normal porosity?

Cuticle has slight lift, moisture enters and leaves balanced, hair strand sinks SLOWLY

What is high porosity?

Cuticle is raised/open, moistures enters and escapes fast , hair looks dull & feels rough, strand sinks fast

What is hepatitis B

Hardy bloodborne virus, can live on surface for days

What is Folliculitis

Bacterial infection of the hair follicle

What is Tinea Capitis

fungal scalp infection/ ringworm

Pediculosis capitis

Head lice

When damaged, which structure will cause hair growth to be inhibited?

Papilla

What is decontamination method 1?

Cleaning and disinfecting; wash with soap, water, nail brush

What is decontamination method 2?

Cleaning and sterilizing

What should be done if a client comes in with scalp irregularities?

Refer to a physician

What is the cuticle?

Outermost protective layer, overlapping scales

What is the cortex

Middle layer, contains melanin (color) & keratin (strength)

What is the medulla

Center core, sometimes absent

What is the papilla?

blood supply to the hair, delivers nutrients to the hair bulb during growth

What comb is used for textured hair?

Wide tooth

What comb is used for parting?

rat-tail comb

What comb is used for locs and coils?

Locking/Twisting comb

What are oils that cause buildup on the scalp during braiding?

Petroleum/mineral based

What shampoo removes heavy product buildup?

Clarifying

What should you do before the wash service?

Wash hands

Why should you drape clients?

TO protect their skin and clothing

Dry hair + shampoo =

Uneven distribution and drag on strand

What is a cornrow?

Underhand stich; braid that lies flat to the scalp

Where should we start when wefting?

Start at the nape and work up

Where does the extension fold go when doing box braids?

The root. If it is loose at the root, the braid pops off the scalp

When do practicing licenses expire?

September 30 of even numbered years; renew every 2 years

When do salon licenses expire?

July 31 of even numbered years; renew every 2 years

What is the first step before disinfecting tools

Wash with soap and water to remove all debris

What is Hep B infectiousness compared to HIV

Hep B is 100 times more infectious

Where should conditioner be applied?

To the mid-shaft to the ends of hair

What are Universal Precautions

Treating all blood and bodily fluids as potentially infectious

What is styptic powder used for

To stop cuts and bleeding

What type of infection is folliculitis?

A bacterial infection of the hair follicule

What must a braider do if a client has tinea capitis

Decline Service and refer the client to a physician

What tools are used for retwisting locs

rat tail comb, spray bottle, light pomade

What indicates locs are breaking at the ends

Hair is in shock from under locking