L2 Perming key terms

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Aftercare advice

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Information given to a client to help with style and hair maintenance.

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Neutraliser

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An ingredient that stabilises and fixes the hair structure, hardening the hair to take a shape of the perm rod.

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Oxidising agent (in neutralising)

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Either hydrogen peroxide or sodium Bromate - a substance that allows oxidisation.

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Perm rod

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A tool used to wind the hair around in the perming process.

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PH balance

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The normal pH of the hair and skin surface is around 4.5 - 5.5. Perming can affect this, so pH balancing products such as conditioners are used after perming to return the hair back to its correct pH.

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Porosity

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Hair affects the speed at which the hair can absorb moisture and liquid. This depends on the condition of the hair's cuticle.

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Post dampening

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A method of applying perm lotion – the hair is fully wound before the perm lotion is applied (Softening).

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Pre dampening

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Refers to the method of applying lotion to the hair BEFORE winding the perm rods.

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Pre-perm treatment

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A product applied to the hair prior to a chemical service to even out the porosity along the hair shaft.

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Perm development test

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Checks to see if the perm has been developed and ready for the next stage.