Microbiology
List 3 examples of external parasites that would prevent a salon service being performed:
Ringworm
Itch Mites
Head Lice
Disinfection is the________ level of infection control
a. first
b. second
c. third
d. fourth
B - Second
List the four basic haircut forms:
Solid Form
Increase layered form
Uniform
Graduated Form
What is porosity?
Hairs ability to absorb moisture
List and Describe the 2 types of melanin
Eumelanin - Black/Brown
Pheomelanin - Red/Yellow
What has pus forming bacteria cells, which form as grape like bunches and present in abscesses /pustules and boils?
Staphylococci (Staph)
___________is used to provide specific information on products used in the salon
Safety Data Sheets
When performing a solid form haircut, your fingers position and distribution are:
a) non parallel to the parting at natural fall
b) parallel to the parting at natural fall
c) non parallel to the parting at 45 degree projection
d) parallel to the parting at 45 degree projection
B Parallel to the parting at natural fall
List 3 common Hair Conditions:
broken hair
Split ends
Nodules
Grey hair
What are the 3 stages of hair growth?
Anagen - Active Growing Stage (2-6 years)
Categen - Transitional Stage cell division stops (a few weeks)
Telogen - Resting Stage - Root sheath not attached - hair will fall out - lasts 4-5 months
An infection located in a small confined area is known as a _______ _________.
Local Infection
List and Describe the 3 levels of infection control
Cleaning: Removes dirt and debris
Disinfection: Kills certain microbes
Sterilizations: Kills all microbes
When sculpting hair what will create an uneven effect?
Hair that is partly wet and partly dry
List and Describe 3 types of Alopecia
Alopecia Areata
Alopecia Areata Totalis
Alopecia Areata Universalis
Postpartum Alopecia
Traction or Traumatic Alopecia
Androgenic Alopecia
The cortex is where the hair holds its pigment
True
False
True
How are bacteria, viruses and infection related?
An infection is caused when pathogenic bacteria or virus enter the body and multiply, altering the body's normal state
What are Quaternary Ammonium Compounds?
"QUATS" Barbicide
A blend of quats working together to increase the efficiency of the disinfecting product
Which form consist of shorter lengths in the interior progressing to longer lengths in the exterior?
Increase Layered Form
What would you suggest to a client with waxy dandruff?
Frequent shampooing with an anti dandruff shampoo.
List and describe the three follicle shapes and type of hair they will produce
Round - Straight hair
Oval - Wavy hair
Elliptical - tightly curled hair
Define and Provide an example of Non Pathogenic Bacteria
Non Disease Producing
Harmless
Beneficial
Approximately 70% of bacteria are non pathogenic
What is the first step in the brush or comb disinfection procedure?
Remove all hair from the brush or comb
What is it called when lifting hair to add volume or layers?
Projection or Elevation
The ________ of the hair is determined by the amount of active hair follicles per square inch on the scalp
Density
List 3 factors that affect the behavior of hair:
Heredity
Environment
Products or appliances used