Barber Class A Flashcards

Barber and Hair Care Fundamentals

• Bacteria Reproduction: Bacteria undergo binary fission, dividing into two cells during this stage.
• Epidemic Definition: A communicable disease affecting a large number of individuals in a specific area.
• Ringworm Protocol: Barbers should refuse service to clients presenting with ringworm to prevent spreading.

Health and Hygiene Practices

• Sneezing Transmissions: Uncovered sneezing in barbershops can lead to disease spread.
• Immunity Concept: Refers to the body’s capability to resist infections, impacting overall health.
• Flagella Function: In bacilli and spirilla bacteria, flagella are utilized for movement.

Hair and Skin Knowledge

• Pediculosis Defined: Another term for lice infestations.
• Body Defenses: Digestive juices are among secretions that help combat infections.
• Decontamination Agents: Household bleach is recognized as a chemical agent for decontamination.

Tools and Techniques

• Common Antiseptic: Hydrogen peroxide is frequently used in barbershops to disinfect.
• Solution Components: The dissolved substance in a solution is known as the solute.
• Razor Cutting Technique: Hair should be clean and damp for effective razor cutting.

Shaving Techniques

• Shaving Directions: Shaving across the grain results in an 'once over' shave, while against the grain leads to a closer shave.
• Shaving Areas Count: A total of 14 distinct shaving areas exist to cover the entire face.

Skin Conditions and Treatments

• Psoriasis Symptoms: Characterized by red patches and silvery white scales on the skin.
• Sanitization Requirements: Towels and linens must be washed in hot water to ensure sanitization.
• Risks from Disinfection Agents: Certain disinfectants are not safe for skin, hair, and nails.

Chemical Solutions and Regulations

• Quat Solution Ratio: To prepare a 1:1000 quat solution, mix a gallon of water with 1.25 ounces of quat solute.
• Toxic Substance Notices: Work environments that use toxic substances must display a right to know notice.
• Sterilization Process: Refers to the complete destruction of all living organisms on surfaces and objects.

Material Understanding

• Hone Abrasiveness: The material of hones is more abrasive and harder than steel, crucial for sharp tools.
• Thermal Styling: Involves using heat to wave, curl straight hair, or press curly hair into a desired form.
• Histology Definition: The field concerned with the study of minute structures within organisms.

Hair Growth Concepts

• Mitosis Purpose: Refers to the process responsible for cell reproduction, fundamental to growth.
• Healthy Skin Indicators: Skin flexibility is a sign of health, indicating good hydration and nutrition.
• Skin Appendages: Refers to structures such as oil and sweat glands, hair, and nails associated with the skin.

Skin Layers

• Epidermis Role: The outermost layer of skin is known as the epidermis, essential for protection.
• Subcutaneous Layer: This layer under the dermis consists of fatty tissue, providing insulation and support.
• Spirilla Shape: Spirilla bacteria are recognized for their corkscrew shape, influencing their motility.

Decontamination Levels

• Rinsing Limitations: Rinsing does not achieve a significant level of decontamination.
• Bacterial Absence: A complete absence of bacteria is an achievable standard in barbershops.
• Chlorine Presence: Household bleach contains chlorine, a powerful disinfectant.

Waste Disposal

• Biohazard Protocols: Use biohazard stickers for disposing of items contaminated by blood to ensure safety.
• Cream Removal Tools: A spatula should be employed for removing creams from jars to maintain hygiene.
• Container Safety: Barbers should avoid opening bulging plastic containers to prevent potential hazards.

Tool Storage and Usage

• Sanitized Tools Storage: Must be contained in a closed environment to uphold cleanliness.
• Purpose of All-Purpose Comb: Used for varied general combing tasks, essential in barbershops.
• Hair Combing Technique: During combing, the palm of the hand holding the comb assists in managing shears effectively.

Hair Cutting Equipment

• Trimmer Functions: Utilized for outlining and creating arching designs in haircuts.
• Clipper Cleaning: The first step in sanitizing clippers includes brushing the blade to eliminate hair particles.
• Grind Types: There are two primary grinding types for tools: wedge and concave.

Hair Recovery and Growth

• Nail Replacement Duration: It typically takes 4-6 months for a nail to fully replace itself.
• Base Coat Application: The initial polish applied in a nail procedure is known as the base coat.
• Regulatory Board Members: Appointed by the governor and confirmed by previous board members.

Barber Regulations

• License Regulations: State barber board rules cannot limit the number of licenses issued.
• Surrender of Licenses: Suspended or revoked licenses need to be surrendered to the state board.
• High-Frequency Machine Usage: It uses a glass electrode to produce high oscillation rates for treatments.

Shampoo Techniques

• Chin Positioning: Keeping the chin parallel to the floor at the shampoo bowl enhances client servicing.
• Hair Treatment Improvements: Reconditioning treatments can significantly enhance dry and damaged hair.
• Hair Follicle Development: Follicles undergo keratinization during their maturation process.

Hair Types

• Vellus Hair Characteristics: This fine, short hair (also known as lanugo) is common across the body.
• Terminal Hair Appearance: Secondary terminal hair typically develops on the beard area.
• Cowlick Definition: A tuft of hair that stands upright is termed a cowlick.

Skin Sensations

• Razor Bumps Term: Pseudofolliculitis barbae refers to these common post-shaving bumps.
• Shoulder Movement Muscle: The trapezius muscle is responsible for shoulder motion.
• Vision Control: The optic nerve governs the sense of sight.

Massage Techniques

• Massage Pressure Direction: When massaging, pressure should move upward for stimulating or relaxing effects.
• Tapotement Technique: This massage style employs hacking movements with the outer edges of the hands.
• Muscle Strengthening: Proper massage techniques have the effect of strengthening muscle fibers.

Skincare Tools

• Inflamed Skin Caution: The rotary brush is unsuitable for inflamed or acne-prone skin.
• Heavy Beard Shaving: Additional steam towels might be needed when shaving clients with heavy beards.
• Lower Lip Shaving Stroke: An upward stroke is recommended for shaving the lower lip.

Lathering and Aftercare

• Lather Effects: Proper lathering creates a smooth surface, facilitating better shaving.
• Post-Shave Care: After shaving, facial cream is the first product applied on the client's skin.
• Apex Location: The highest point on the head refers to the apex.

Hair Cutting Techniques

• Vertical Cutting Lines: Cutting lines that are perpendicular to the floor are classified as vertical.
• Uniform Layering Result: Cutting all sections to the same length results in uniform layers.
• Hair Parting Description: A parting is a smaller section taken from a larger section of hair.

Hair Cutting Strategies

• Razor-following Technique: In razor rotation, the razor follows the comb through the hair, ensuring precision.
• Shrinkage Consideration: When cutting wavy or curly hair, assume reduction due to natural shrinkage.
• Head Positioning Effects: Tilting the head forward while cutting can create graduation.

Hair Types and Textures

• Naturally Graduating Hair: Hair types like curly hair tend to exhibit natural graduation.
• Finger Waving Technique: Involves shaping hair into an S pattern using fingers and settings lotion.
• Curling Iron Usage: Hair wrapped around the barrel of a curling iron is referred to as the curl.

Chemical Processes

• Amino Acids in Textures: Reduction of cystine results in the amino acid cysteine.
• Waving Solution Function: Used in chemical services to soften and swell the cuticle.
• Communication with Clients: Engagement through open-ended questions helps identify client needs and desires.

Hair Relaxation Techniques

• Harris Growth Pattern: Important to consider for determining the direction during chemical relaxing services.
• Wave Classification: Called waves are another name for alkaline perms.
• Heat Necessity: True acid waves necessitate the addition of heat.

Hair Color Factors

• Natural Hair Color Determinants: The number and size of pigment granules influence all natural hair colors.
• Primary Colors: Blue is noted as the darkest of the primary colors.
• Color Wheel Orientation: Complementary colors are positioned directly across from each other on the color wheel.

Color Mixing Concepts

• Neutralizing Colors: Orange and blue neutralize each other when combined in equal amounts.
• Drab Color Classification: Blue, green, and violet hair

Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering important topics from Barber Class A. Each card features essential terms and their definitions related to health, hygiene, and client care in a barbershop setting. Perfect for students preparing for their barber certification.