Hair Loss
Partial or complete hair loss from where it typically grows
What is alopecia?
What is canoties?
What is gray or white hair?
What is pityriasis?
Dandruff
How does hair loss affect self-esteem?
low self esteem and low confidence
to protect your self and your clients
Name two causes of androgenic alopecia
What are puberty and menopause
What causes hirsuties?
Growth of terminal hair on a woman's body in areas that typically do not have terminal hair
Name two main types of dandruff
Pityriasis capitis simplex and Pityriasis steatoides
Why is it important for cosmetologists to recognize hair loss types?
to help your clients develop a plan to address their hair thinning
What is the proper protocol for dealing with scabies?
Do not perform any service on the client and refer them to a physician
What distinguishes alopecia areata from other types?
what are patches of hair losss
What is trichophitilosis?
Technical term for split ends
What are the symptoms of tinea capitis?
ringworm of the scalp
What role does nutrition play in hair health?
the body supplies nutrients to organs, a well balanced diet provides enough nutrients for the hair
Name one way to prevent the spread of tinea
practice proper cleaning and disinfection procedures will help prevent the spread of tinea
What is postpartum alopecia?
Happens after pregnancy
Describe one treatment for hypertrichosis
electrolysis, photoepilation, laser hair removal, shaving, tweezing, depilatories, epilators, threading, waxing and sugaring
Explain the difference between pityriasis capitis simplex and pityriasis steatoides
Pityriasis capitis simplex is classic dandruff and pityirasis steatoides is severe dandruff
How long does it take to notice changes in hair health after improving nutrition?
3-4 months
What should you do if you suspect a client has a fungal infection?
Do not perform any service and refer them to a Dr
Name two FDA-approved treatments for hair loss?
What Minoxidil and Finasteride
What is monilethrix?
Beaded hair
What is scabies?
a highly contagious condition caused by mites
Name one organization that supports those with alopecia
NAAF National Alopecia Areata Foundation
How can you distinguish head lice from dandruff?
Looking closely at the scalp, head lice you will see small nits or eggs, attached to the hair