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What is the primary purpose of OSHA regulations in salons?
What is the primary purpose of OSHA regulations in salons?
- To promote the use of organic products
- To ensure proper hair coloring techniques
- To regulate the storage of salon equipment
- To establish workplace safety standards (correct)
What type of files are best for filing natural nails?
What type of files are best for filing natural nails?
- 80 grit
- 120 grit (correct)
- 240 grit
- 40 grit
What is a common fungal infection found in salons?
What is a common fungal infection found in salons?
- Lice
- Rosacea
- Ringworm (correct)
- Psoriasis
What is the recommended method for neutralizing a hydroxide relaxer?
What is the recommended method for neutralizing a hydroxide relaxer?
Which brush material is appropriate to use for applying gels?
Which brush material is appropriate to use for applying gels?
What action should be taken before disinfecting salon tools?
What action should be taken before disinfecting salon tools?
In which hair growth phase is new hair produced?
In which hair growth phase is new hair produced?
What type of chemical is used for an alkaline perm?
What type of chemical is used for an alkaline perm?
What angle should a nail file be held at during use?
What angle should a nail file be held at during use?
Which action should be taken immediately if a client gets perm solution in their eye?
Which action should be taken immediately if a client gets perm solution in their eye?
What type of shampoo is best for managing dry hair?
What type of shampoo is best for managing dry hair?
What is the primary purpose of sectioning during a haircut?
What is the primary purpose of sectioning during a haircut?
What is a sign that a disorder may prevent a client from receiving services?
What is a sign that a disorder may prevent a client from receiving services?
What do enzymes help dissolve in a skincare procedure?
What do enzymes help dissolve in a skincare procedure?
Which product is suggested to smooth calluses on feet?
Which product is suggested to smooth calluses on feet?
How long must records be kept by a mobile business according to regulations?
How long must records be kept by a mobile business according to regulations?
What type of chemical service is likely to cause uneven hair curls and breakage?
What type of chemical service is likely to cause uneven hair curls and breakage?
What complementary color combination includes orange?
What complementary color combination includes orange?
Which implement should not be used during a pedicure?
Which implement should not be used during a pedicure?
What kind of patches or spots indicate malignant melanoma?
What kind of patches or spots indicate malignant melanoma?
What is the first step when performing a strand test?
What is the first step when performing a strand test?
What action should you take before applying a relaxer?
What action should you take before applying a relaxer?
How should used blades be disposed of?
How should used blades be disposed of?
What condition does oily dandruff result from?
What condition does oily dandruff result from?
What is the helpful property of a clarifying shampoo?
What is the helpful property of a clarifying shampoo?
What should you do if a patch test is positive?
What should you do if a patch test is positive?
Which shampoo should be used after an alkaline relaxer?
Which shampoo should be used after an alkaline relaxer?
What type of hair loss does alopecia areata cause?
What type of hair loss does alopecia areata cause?
How long should implements be kept immersed in EPA disinfectant?
How long should implements be kept immersed in EPA disinfectant?
What happens if you use too much cuticle remover?
What happens if you use too much cuticle remover?
What is the purpose of a foot file?
What is the purpose of a foot file?
Which of the following is a secondary color?
Which of the following is a secondary color?
What must be provided to TDLR when operating a mobile salon?
What must be provided to TDLR when operating a mobile salon?
Which type of file is categorized as fine abrasive for natural nails?
Which type of file is categorized as fine abrasive for natural nails?
What is the correct width to apply virgin relaxer from the scalp?
What is the correct width to apply virgin relaxer from the scalp?
What should be done with cotton after applying perm solution?
What should be done with cotton after applying perm solution?
What describes the phase of hair growth where new hair is produced?
What describes the phase of hair growth where new hair is produced?
Which is a sign of rosacea?
Which is a sign of rosacea?
Which type of coloration does not chemically alter the hair structure?
Which type of coloration does not chemically alter the hair structure?
What type of adhesive is used for eyelash application?
What type of adhesive is used for eyelash application?
What should be done to prevent irritation when applying a relaxer?
What should be done to prevent irritation when applying a relaxer?
How should chemical disinfectants be stored in a salon?
How should chemical disinfectants be stored in a salon?
What procedure should be performed to maintain proper hygiene when applying products?
What procedure should be performed to maintain proper hygiene when applying products?
What is the appropriate angle to hold a nail file during use?
What is the appropriate angle to hold a nail file during use?
Which of the following would prevent a client from receiving salon services?
Which of the following would prevent a client from receiving salon services?
What is the result of not neutralizing alkaline products properly?
What is the result of not neutralizing alkaline products properly?
What should a salon owner display publicly according to TDLR requirements?
What should a salon owner display publicly according to TDLR requirements?
Which hair condition indicates the use of a moisturizing shampoo?
Which hair condition indicates the use of a moisturizing shampoo?
What type of nail file is harmful and should not be used on clients?
What type of nail file is harmful and should not be used on clients?
When should you not use paraffin wax during a treatment?
When should you not use paraffin wax during a treatment?
What is the function of a nail dehydrator?
What is the function of a nail dehydrator?
What needs to be done before you can resume working on a client who has been cut?
What needs to be done before you can resume working on a client who has been cut?
Which application method gives the most volume when using rollers?
Which application method gives the most volume when using rollers?
Which group does pediculosis belong to?
Which group does pediculosis belong to?
What happens to hair's porosity after a chemical service?
What happens to hair's porosity after a chemical service?
What is the primary role of a primer in a nail acrylic service?
What is the primary role of a primer in a nail acrylic service?
What should you do if a mole starts changing?
What should you do if a mole starts changing?
What is the process for removing excess eyelash glue?
What is the process for removing excess eyelash glue?
Which action will prevent fish hooks when performing hair services?
Which action will prevent fish hooks when performing hair services?
What should be done with used blades to ensure safe disposal?
What should be done with used blades to ensure safe disposal?
Flashcards
OSHA
OSHA
Workplace safety regulations.
Ringworm
Ringworm
A fungal skin infection.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis
A skin condition with red patches and silvery scales.
Alkaline perm
Alkaline perm
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Perm rod size
Perm rod size
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Neutral hair base color
Neutral hair base color
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Chemical drape
Chemical drape
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Vertical cutting line
Vertical cutting line
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Nail file angle
Nail file angle
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Toenail cutting
Toenail cutting
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Facial steamer use
Facial steamer use
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Cuticle smoothing for shiny hair
Cuticle smoothing for shiny hair
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Perm solution in eye
Perm solution in eye
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Purpose of sectioning in haircut
Purpose of sectioning in haircut
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Mobile business record keeping
Mobile business record keeping
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Dry hair product
Dry hair product
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Complementary color combinations
Complementary color combinations
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Active ingredient in soft curl
Active ingredient in soft curl
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Malignant Melanoma Cause
Malignant Melanoma Cause
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Pedicure Implement
Pedicure Implement
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Color Filler Function
Color Filler Function
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Oily Dandruff Cause
Oily Dandruff Cause
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Hangnail Removal
Hangnail Removal
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Used Blade Disposal
Used Blade Disposal
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Positive Patch Test
Positive Patch Test
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Post-Alkaline Shampoo
Post-Alkaline Shampoo
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Foot Spa Disinfection
Foot Spa Disinfection
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Eyelash Glue Removal
Eyelash Glue Removal
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Brittle Hair Treatment
Brittle Hair Treatment
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Strand Test First Step
Strand Test First Step
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Tinea Capitis Location
Tinea Capitis Location
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Blunt Cut Tool
Blunt Cut Tool
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Razor Cut Technique
Razor Cut Technique
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What is OSHA?
What is OSHA?
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What type of entrance is required for a home-based salon?
What type of entrance is required for a home-based salon?
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Ringworm infection
Ringworm infection
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What kind of drill should be used for nails?
What kind of drill should be used for nails?
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What grit file is best for natural nails?
What grit file is best for natural nails?
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What is an alkaline wave?
What is an alkaline wave?
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When should cotton be removed during a perm?
When should cotton be removed during a perm?
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What part of the hair does perm solution penetrate?
What part of the hair does perm solution penetrate?
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What is the base color of gray hair?
What is the base color of gray hair?
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Hydrogen Peroxide Oxidation
Hydrogen Peroxide Oxidation
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What is the purpose of a color filler?
What is the purpose of a color filler?
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What type of perm roll creates a softer curl?
What type of perm roll creates a softer curl?
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What causes oily dandruff?
What causes oily dandruff?
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How do you properly dispose of used blades?
How do you properly dispose of used blades?
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What is a positive patch test?
What is a positive patch test?
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What type of shampoo should you use after an alkaline relaxer?
What type of shampoo should you use after an alkaline relaxer?
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What is the last step in foot spa disinfection?
What is the last step in foot spa disinfection?
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What is the first step in performing a strand test?
What is the first step in performing a strand test?
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How do you properly remove gloves?
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What is the primary job of a primer in a nail acrylic service?
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Study Notes
Workplace Safety and Regulations
- OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration): Focuses on workplace safety.
- Exterior Salon Entrance: Required if salon is in a client's home.
- Salon Records: Keep appointment and itinerary records for one year.
- Mobile Salon: Provide TDLR (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation) with a permanent physical address.
- Employee License Numbers: TDLR needs this information for salon employees.
- License Renewal: Requires 4 hours of continuing education.
- Salon Ownership Change: Applying for a new license is required if someone gives you ownership.
- Disinfectants: Regulated by the EPA. Disinfectants must be bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal. Clean implements with soap and water before disinfection. Do not disinfect single-use implements.
- Salon Sanitation: Thorough cleaning and disinfection of implements and surfaces are required.
- Implement Disposal: Place used blades in sharps containers.
- Exposure Incidents: Know what to do in the case of exposure to blood or body fluids.
- Blood Spill Clean-up: Use bleach to clean up blood spills.
- Ventilation and Odors: Proper ventilation is required for salons due to odors from products. Use trash cans with lids.
- Do not store chemicals or disinfectants in salon bathrooms.
- Human Trafficking Poster: Establish a poster that is easily visible to the public indicating the business’s awareness and respect for human trafficking concerns in salons and businesses.
- Harmful Chemicals: MMA (methylmethacrylate) is not permitted.
Hair and Scalp Conditions
- Fungal Infections: Ringworm, tinea capitis (scalp fungus), and fungal nail infections are possible.
- Ringworm: A fungal infection.
- Psoriasis: Characterized by red skin patches with silvery scales.
- Rosacea: Redness, inflammation of cheeks, and pustules.
- Head Lice (Pediculosis): A contagious parasite.
- Tinea Capitis: A fungal scalp infection, presenting as a round, red inflammation. Found on the scalp.
- Alopecia Areata: Hair loss in spots.
- Malignant Melanoma: Detecting this skin cancer involves recognizing dark patches or spots.
- Monilethrix Hair: Use moisturizing shampoo.
Hair Treatments and Services
- Relaxers: 4 sections are typically used, and a neutralizer shampoo is necessary. Apply relaxer ½ to ¾ inch from the scalp, 1 inch from the ends. Base cream to the skin and scalp.
- Perm Rods: Diameter determines curl size.
- Perm Solution: Apply to the cortex, which is deeper than the cuticle.
- Neutralizing Perm Solution: Remove cotton from the client’s hair after waving solution, before processing.
- Color Corrections: Use blue toner to correct orange tones in lightened hair.
- Neutral Hair Color: Base color for gray hair. Add 1 oz of neutral tone to adjust for gray hair.
- Alkaline Perm: Suitable for resistant/virgin hair.
- Chemical Drape and Cover: Use a towel, cape, and towel while performing chemical treatments.
- Temporary Hair Color: Does not chemically alter the hair.
- Hair Analysis: Perform to assess the client's hair and scalp health before any chemical services.
- Heat Protectant: Prevents burning/protects from heat damage.
- Testing Color While Lightening: Use damp towel.
- Moisturizing Shampoo: Use for dry hair.
- Soft Curl Formation: Cannot be performed on a client who's had a hydroxide relaxer.
- Cross Contamination Avoidance: Use applicators for product application.
- Cross Checking: Examining haircuts for precision of line and shape.
- Hair Form Design: General design of hairstyles.
- Hair Weaving: Utilizes foil.
Nail Treatments and Services
- Acrylic Filing: Use a 120-grit nail file for acrylic filing; 80-grit is coarse. For natural nails, use a 120-grit file.
- Nail Service Restrictions: Do not perform a nail service on a client with inflamed cuticles.
- Nail Dehydrator: Use to remove moisture and oils.
- Nail Tip Blending: Utilize an 180-grit nail file.
- Nail Cutting: Cut toenails straight across.
- Nail Service Procedures: Base coat, 2 color coats, and top coat are required.
- Cuticle Remover: Too much can damage nails.
- Hobby Dril vs Nail Drill: Do not use a hobby drill for a nail drill.
- Nail Oils: Enhance nail flexibility.
- Nail Primer: Helps acrylics adhere to the nail.
- Base Coats: Ensure smooth polish application.
- Foot File: Removes calluses.
- Use 45° angle for nail file.
- Avoid pedicure if client has diabetes or broken skin.
- Checking Water: Always check water temperature and quality before starting a pedicure.
- Pedicure Records: Maintain pedicure cleaning logs for 60 days.
- Pedicure Procedures: Soak in warm soapy water before removing hangnails.
- Tools: Credo blade is not used for pedicures.
Other Services and Procedures
- Facial Steaming: Avoid for clients with rosacea.
- Facial Waxing: Do not wax if the client has recently had a chemical peel or is using certain medications. Avoid waxing if client has oral or topical meds.
- Parasite Awareness: Lice are a contagious parasite.
- Hair Growth Phases: Anagen is the hair growth phase where new hair is produced.
- Hair Cutting Techniques: Use vertical, horizontal, and diagonal cutting lines. Use shears or a razor. Wet hair with razor for cuts.
- Cutting Tools for Hair: A razor creates a softer effect on cuts.
- Client with Wounds: Do not resume service on a client with a wound until it's fully covered and healed. Do not work on a client with open cuts. Do not resume on touch-ups.
- Discoloration: Examine skin discoloration for patch test results.
- Client Consultation: Consider the client's hair growth pattern when performing consultations.
- Implement Cleaning: Clean tools with soap and water, then disinfect.
- Patch Tests: If a patch test is positive, do not perform the service.
- Skin Discoloration: Examine skin discoloration for patch test results.
- Chemical Services and Hair Porosity: Chemical services may increase hair porosity.
- Client Skin Issues: Refer the client to a physician if there are concerns regarding skin conditions.
- Personal Protection: Dispose of gloves by turning them inside out and grasping by the cuffs.
- Hair Color Mixing: A neutral tone is added to a formula to adjust for gray hair.
- Oils in Conditioners: Silicone in conditioners may add smoothness, softness, and gloss.
- Moisture/Humidity in Hair: Use moisturizing shampoo for dry hair.
- Correcting Orange Undertones: Use blue toner.
Foot Spa and Pedicures
- Pedicure Records: Maintain pedicure cleaning logs for 60 days.
- Pedicure Procedures: Soak in warm soapy water before removing hangnails.
- Tools: Credo blade is not used for pedicures.
Additional Information
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Clarifying Shampoo: Removes buildup in hair.
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Cutting Guidelines: A blunt haircut requires stationary guidelines.
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Hair Cutting/Texturizing: A vertical cutting line is used for texturizing hair.
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Hair Sectioning: Sectioning provides control during haircuts.
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Hair Weaving Needles: Clean needles with warm, soapy water, then disinfect before use.
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Oil-Based Adhesives: Used in eyelash glues.
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Eye Safety: If perm solution gets in a client's eye, immediately rinse with water.
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Hair Cutting Methods: Stationary guidelines for blunt cuts.
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Hair Tools: Razor creates a softer effect in cuts.
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Client with Issues: Do not perform services on a client with an issue that may cause a health concern.
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Color Filler: Equalizes hair's porosity.
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On Base Roller: Provides the most volume.
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UV Sanitizers: Used for implement storage after cleaning.
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Moisturizing Conditioners: Use for brittle hair.
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Alkaline/Acid Conditioners: Use an acidic conditioner to neutralize an alkaline relaxer.
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Acid Balanced Shampoo: Use after an alkaline relaxer.
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Hair Forms by Design: Hair form is the general design of hairstyles.
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Hair Texture Softening: Hydrogen peroxide (developer) pre-softens hair.
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Fishhooks: Occurs when ends of hair are not curled.
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Oily Dandruff: Sebaceous glands produce excess sebum.
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Chemical Service Retouches: Retouch chemical services only if the client has had a relaxer/perm before.
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Hair Analysis: Start with a strand test.
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Test your knowledge on workplace safety and regulations specific to salons. This quiz covers OSHA guidelines, salon sanitation practices, and license management. Ensure you understand the crucial aspects of maintaining a safe salon environment.
