Diseases/Disorders
Properties of Hair/Scalp
Infection Control
Texture
On the Job
100

What is Canities?

The technical term for gray hair

100

The outermost layer of the hair shaft

The cuticle

100

What is the first step of the cleaning process?

Cleaning

100

In permanent waving, the size of the curl is determined by what?

The size of the rod

100

Who leases space from the salon owner and are solely responsible for all of their supplies?

A booth renter

200

What is Tinea?

The technical term for ringworm

200

What breaks a hydrogen bond?

Water or heat

200

What is the primary reason for using gloves during a service?

To prevent the spread of infection

200

What is the natural pH of hair?

4.5-5.5

200

If you are making a commission of 40% and your weekly total was $850. How much would you make for the week?

$340.00

300

What is considered normal hair loss?

50-100 strands per day

300

Elasticity is a measurement of the hairĀ“s ability to do what?

Stretch and return to its original length

300

What is the role of the EPA?

To regulate the use of disinfectants 

300
What layer of the hair provides strength and elasticity?

The cortex

300

In a ________ structure the employer pays you a percentage of the gross service sales you generate.

Commission 

400

Which form of alopecia is an autoimmune disorder?

Alopecia Areata 

400

The two types of hair found on the body

Vellus and Terminal

400

What is the main characteristic of a systematic infection?

It spreads throughout the body

400

Most cold waves have a pH between what and what?

9.0-9.6

400

____ are income in addition to your regular compensation and must be tracked and reported on your income tax return.

Tips

500

What is the term for hair that grows long and thick all over the body?

Hypertrichosis

500

The three phases of the hair growth cycle

Anagen, Catagen, and Telogen
500

What is the significance of the EPA registration number on disinfectants?

It certifies effectiveness against listed pathogens

500

The components of acid waves are Permanent Waving Solution, Activator, and what?

Neutralizer

500

Not paying back your loans is called what?

Defaulting