Relaxers
A relaxer that requires the mixing of two products and that is advertised as ‘no-lye’ for sensitive skin
What is guanidine hydroxide
The ability of hair to absorb any liquid
What is porosity
With a concave rod, the diameter __________ from the center to the ends
What is increases.
An organic compound present in many beauty products that has a strong, pungent smell
What is formaldehyde
A barrier applied around the hairline and ears to protect skin
What is protective cream
The protein building block for hair, skin, and nails
What is keratin
A test done during the consultation to see how hair will respond to a chemical application
What is preliminary strand
A form affirming your Guest was advised of the potential risks of a chemical service
What is release statement
A mild relaxer that is compatible with thio relaxers
What is ammonia bisulfite
The study of hair, its care, and disorders and diseases of the hair
What is trichology
A loop or circle rod creates:
What is spiral curls
New hair growth from the scalp that has not yet been chemically changed:
What is new growth
A test done during a chemical relaxer to determine the processing time
What is processing strand
Chemically restoring disulfide bonds to harden into a new shape
What is neutralizing
The position of the tool in relation to its base; determined by the angle at which the hair is wrapped
What is base control
An allergic reaction caused by repeated exposure to a chemical
What is sensitization
This product has an acidic pH that restores hair’s natural pH after a hydroxide relaxer
What is normalizing lotion
The capability of the hair strand to stretch and return to its previous form without breaking
What is elasticity
Chemically rearranging straight hair into a curly or wavy form
What is permanent waving
Any illness caused by overexposure to certain products or ingredients
What is occupational disease