Milady Chapter 15 Scalp Care Quiz

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What are the two basic requirements for a healthy scalp?

Cleanliness and stimulation

When should you not give massage or manipulation to a client's scalp?

If abrasions are present

What is avoiding a procedure or condition that may produce undesirable side effects for a scalp massage?

Contraindication

What is the difference between a relaxation and treatment massage?

The products you use Signup and view all the answers

When should a dry hair and scalp treatment be used?

When there is a deficiency of natural oil on the scalp and hair Signup and view all the answers

What resembles a hooded dryer and is used during a dry hair and scalp treatment?

Scalp steamer Signup and view all the answers

What does hair brushing allow the stylist to do?

Examine the scalp for abrasions and infections Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the things that correct hair brushing does?

Stimulates blood circulation, removes dust, dirt, and hairspray buildup, and gives hair added shine Signup and view all the answers

When should you not brush or irritate the scalp?

Before giving a chemical service Signup and view all the answers

What are the most highly recommended hairbrushes?

Hairbrushes made from natural bristles Signup and view all the answers

What has tiny overlapping layers or scales that clean and add luster to the hair?

Natural bristles Signup and view all the answers

What bristles are more suitable for hairstyling?

Nylon Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a shampoo?

To cleanse the hair and scalp prior to a service Signup and view all the answers

What is a universal solvent because it is capable of dissolving more substances than any other solvent known to science?

Water Signup and view all the answers

What is rainwater or chemically softened water that contains only small amounts of minerals?

Soft water Signup and view all the answers

What is often in well water and contains minerals that reduce the ability of soap or shampoo to lather?

Hard water Signup and view all the answers

What is water that has had impurities like calcium and magnesium removed?

Deionized water Signup and view all the answers

What is the second ingredient that most shampoos have in common?

Surfactant or base detergent Signup and view all the answers

What is a product formulated to add moisture to dry hair?

Moisturizer Signup and view all the answers

What is balanced to the pH of skin and hair by the addition of citric, lactic, or phosphoric acid?

pH-balanced shampoo Signup and view all the answers

What is the pH of pH-balanced shampoo?

4.5 to 5.5 Signup and view all the answers

What is also known as moisturizing shampoo and is designed to make hair appear smooth and shiny?

Conditioning shampoo Signup and view all the answers

What two conditioning agents restore moisture and elasticity in hair?

Protein and biotin Signup and view all the answers

What contains special ingredients effective in reducing dandruff?

Medicated shampoo Signup and view all the answers

What contains an active chelating agent that binds to metals?

Clarifying shampoo Signup and view all the answers

What is for oily hair and scalp and will wash away excess oiliness?

Balancing shampoo Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first person to market pH-balanced shampoos?

Jheri Redding Signup and view all the answers

What is sometimes called powder shampoo, which cleanses the hair without the use of soap and water?

Dry shampoo Signup and view all the answers

What is created by combining the surfactant base with basic color pigment?

Color-enhancing shampoo Signup and view all the answers

What is a special chemical agent applied to the hair to deposit protein or moisturizer?

Conditioner Signup and view all the answers

What are finishing rinses or cream rinses that are rinsed out after they are worked through the hair?

Rinse-out conditioner Signup and view all the answers

What is a deep, penetrating conditioner that restores protein and moisture?

Treatment or repair conditioner Signup and view all the answers

What is applied to the hair and not rinsed out?

Leave-in conditioner Signup and view all the answers

What are substances that absorb moisture?

Humectants Signup and view all the answers

What makes up 90 percent of the hair strand?

Cortex Signup and view all the answers

What are products designed to penetrate the cortex and reinforce the hair shaft?

Protein conditioner Signup and view all the answers

What is applied to hair prior to any thermal service to protect it?

Spray-on thermal protector Signup and view all the answers

What is usually found in a cream base, used to soften and improve the health of the scalp?

Scalp conditioner Signup and view all the answers

What is a conditioner that promotes healing of the scalp?

Medicated scalp lotion Signup and view all the answers

What removes oil accumulation from the scalp and is used after a scalp treatment?

Scalp astringent lotion Signup and view all the answers

What is also known as hair mask or conditioning pack?

Deep-conditioning treatment Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of drapings that are used in a salon?

Shampoo draping, chemical service draping Signup and view all the answers

What is sometimes called a wet draping?

Shampoo draping Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Scalp Care and Shampooing Essentials

Cleanliness and stimulation are crucial for maintaining a healthy scalp.
Avoid massaging a client's scalp if any abrasions are present.

Massage Techniques

A contraindication refers to avoiding procedures that could cause undesirable side effects during scalp massage.
The distinction between relaxation massage and treatment massage lies in the type of products used.

Treatments for Dry Hair and Scalp

Treatments should be applied when there is a lack of natural oil in the scalp and hair.
A scalp steamer, resembling a hooded dryer, is utilized during dry hair and scalp treatments.

Importance of Hair Brushing

Hair brushing allows stylists to examine the scalp for abrasions and infections.
Proper brushing stimulates blood circulation and removes buildup, enhancing the hair's shine.
Avoid brushing or irritating the scalp before any chemical service to prevent irritation.

Types of Hairbrushes

Natural bristle hairbrushes are considered the most highly recommended.
Natural bristles have tiny overlapping layers that help clean and add luster.
Nylon bristles are better suited for hair styling.

Shampoo Basics

The primary purpose of shampoo is to cleanse the hair and scalp before services.
Water is the universal solvent in most shampoos, capable of dissolving various substances.

Water Types Affecting Shampoo

Soft water contains minimal minerals, enabling soap and shampoo to lather well.
Hard water contains minerals that hinder the lathering ability of cleansers.
Deionized water is purified, removing impurities that may destabilize products.

Common Shampoo Ingredients

Surfactant or base detergent is the second most common ingredient in shampoos.
Moisturizers are additives that retain moisture and include oils, proteins, and preservatives.
pH-balanced shampoos maintain a pH of 4.5 to 5.5 through acidic additives.

Conditioning Products

Conditioning shampoos (moisturizing shampoos) enhance hair smoothness and manageability.
Protein and biotin are key conditioning agents that restore moisture, strength, and volume.
Medicated shampoos target dandruff and scalp conditions effectively.

Specialized Shampoos

Clarifying shampoos contain chelating agents which remove metal buildups and are used before chemical treatments.
Balancing shampoos are designed for oily hair, cleansing without overly drying.

Innovations in Shampoo

Jheri Redding is recognized for marketing the first pH-balanced shampoos.
Dry shampoo cleanses without soap or water, ideal for quick refreshment.
Color-enhancing shampoos provide slight color changes without permanent effects.

Conditioners and Their Types

Conditioners deposit proteins and moisture to restore hair strength and improve appearance.
Rinse-out conditioners detangle hair after application.
Treatment or repair conditioners often require heat application to penetrate deeply.

Conditioning Agents

Leave-in conditioners are applied without rinsing for ongoing moisture.
Humectants absorb moisture and help retain it within the hair.
Protein conditioners temporarily reconstruct the hair by penetrating the cortex.

Protective Products

Spray-on thermal protectors safeguard hair against heat damage from styling tools.
Scalp conditioners soften and enhance scalp health with moisturizing ingredients.
Medicated scalp lotions promote scalp healing, while scalp astringent lotions remove oil buildup.

Deep Conditioning and Drapings

Deep-conditioning treatments, also known as hair masks, are rich in protein and moisturizers.
Two primary types of drapings in salons are shampoo draping (for washes and styles) and chemical service draping (for chemical treatments).

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Test your knowledge on scalp care, shampooing, and conditioning with flashcards from Milady Chapter 15. This quiz covers essential facts like basic requirements for a healthy scalp and contraindications for scalp massage. Perfect for beauty students who want to reinforce their understanding of scalp health.