211 Cut Men's facial hair

Which one of the following is the best reason for taking extra care when cutting facial hair?

• The eyes and lips are very close and could be easily cut

• Infections and infestations can be more easily passed on

• Beard hair is more easily damaged

• It is easy to get an unbalanced look

Statement 1;

Risk of contamination is high when cutting facial hair because cold sores or bacterial skin infections can be disguised by facial hair.

Statement 2;

Care should be taken if the client has acne or moles, as it can cause discomfort if they are caught in the comb.

Which one of the following is correct for the above statements?

• True-true

• True-false

• False-true

• False-false

Cross-contamination can be minimised by;

• Wearing a mask when emptying the contents of the sharps bin

• Washing razor blades in warm soapy water before using

• Ensuring the client has washed his face before cutting the beard

• Disposing of sharps and soiled cotton wool in the correct containers

Which one of the following is the best way of cutting a beard that has whorls?

• Leave the hair longer on the whorls

• Clipper the hair in several directions

• Take the hair shorter on the whorls

• Shave the face to reduce the growth pattern

Which one of the following describes the best action to take if sycosis barbea is suspected?

• Advise the client to avoid using open razors

• Take extra care when combing around the area

• Do not carry out the service and refer to a GP

• Complete the service and refer to a GP

Which one of the following describes the reason why T-liners are used?

• To create small precise shapes

• To blend in longer layers

• To thin the hair

• To texturise

Statement 1;

Goatees and chin puffs are types of beards that cover the chin only.

Statement 2;

Eyebrows should never be trimmed as this can make them thicker and encourage further growth.

Which one of the following is correct for the above statements?

• True-true

• True-false

• False-true

• False-false

Which one of the following is the best aftercare advice to give a client following a facial hair shape?

• To exfoliate and keep the skin healthy

• To use firm-hold products to maintain the outline

• To demonstrate how to use clippers

• To demonstrate how to shave using an open razor