layers of the scalp
hair & growth
glands & functions
disorders vs normal
salon scenarios
100

This is the outermost layer of the scalp

What is the Epidermis.

100

This phase is when hair is actively growing.

What is the anagen phase

100

This gland produces oil that lubricates the scalp. 

What is the sebaceous gland

100

This common condition causes white flakes on the scalp .

What is Dandruff

100

You notice redness and irritation on the scalp.

What should you do first ? 

What is stop the service and assess / refuse if necessary.

200

This layer lies beneath the epidermis and contains glands and follicles

What is the dermis.

200

This is the resting stage of hair growth.

What is the telogen phase

200

These glands help regulate body temperature through sweat.

What are sudoriferous glands

200

This is a contagious fungal infection of the scalp .

What is tinea capitis.

200

A client has visible lice. What is your professional responsibility? 

What is refuse service and refer to a physician for medical treatment

300

This layer contains fat and connects skin to muscles.

What is the subcutaneous layer .

300

Hair falls out during this phase

What is the catagen phase

300

Overactive sebaceous glands can lead to this scalp condition. 

What is an oily scalp

300

This condition causes thick, silvery scales on the scalp .

What is psoriasis

300

Why is a scalp analysis important before a service.

What is to identify conditions and ensure safe treatment

400

This layer supplies nutrients and oxygen through blood vessels.

What is the dermis

400

This structure at the base of the follicle controls hair growth.

What is the dermal papilla

400

Sebum helps protect hair by doing this.


What is lubricating and preventing dryness

400

Which condition is NOT contagious : dandruff or ringworm?

What is dandruff.

400

What should you check during a scalp analysis? Name one .

What is open wounds , scalp disorders or diseases ,redness, lesions ,dryness ,parasites , irritation , or abnormal hair loss

500

This is the technical name for the skin layer of the scalp.

What is the Integumentary system.

500

The average growth rate of hair per month is about this amount.

What is 1/2 inch

500

What happens if sebaceous glands are underactive?

What is a dry scalp & dry, brittle hair

500

Name one sign that a scalp condition is cotagious.

What is redness, pus, lesions, itching ,inflammation

500

What is the MOST impoortant sanitation step before scalp services?

What is cleaning & disinfecting implements and washing your hands.