Relaxers
These have a lower pH and are suitable for clients who have scalp sensitivities
What are no-lye relaxers
Using this prevents fishhooks
What are end papers
This service is requires straightening the hair with a thio relaxer then perming on larger perm rods
What is a soft curl?
This is required before every chemical service to determine if that service can be safely performed
What is a Predisposition test
Used to detangle and smooth the hair without pulling prior to the service
What is a wide tooth comb
Using these could cause a chemical reaction when used with a relaxer
What are metal clips
This is the active ingredient in an acid wave
What is glycerol monothioglycolate
This combines the use of a thio relaxer with a flat iron
What is Japanese thermal straightening
metallic compound typically found in progressive color and some over-the- counter hair dyes
What are metallic salts
Used for added skin protection around the hairline, nape and tops of the ears
When performing this service the product is applied first to the midshaft and then to the ends and scalp
What is a virgin relaxer
The majority of process for permanent waves occurs in this amount of time
What is 5-10 minutes
This service provides semi permanent relaxation of curl and frizz reduction
What is a keratin smoothing service
Performing this test lets you know what type of perm or relaxer to use
What is a strand analysis
What are gloves
Hydroxide relaxers permanently straighten hair by removing one of the sulfur atoms in a disulfide bond. What is the name of this process
What is Lanthionization
This is the reducing or active ingredient in alkaline waves
What is ammonium thioglycolate
This is recommended to preserve moisture after a soft curl perm
What is wearing a processing cap while sleeping
This test determines how quickly the hair will absorb the chemical product
What is a porosity test
Used to dispense and hold relaxer
What is a plastic or glass bowl
A higher frequency of curl reversion occurs in relaxers that use this active ingredient
What is ammonium sulfite
This type of permanent wave is processed without a heat source
What are Alkaline waves
This semi permanent service requires use of flat iron and best maintained with sulfate free shampoo's
What is a Keratin Smoothing service
This evaluation should be done prior to any chemical service
What is a scalp analysis
Used to protect the hairs ends when perming
What are end papers