L2 Shampoo knowledge so far

Which one of the following shampoo ingredients is most suitable for use on dry hair?

• Lemon

• Zinc pyrithione

• Almond oil

• Lavender

Which one of the following shampoo ingredients is most suitable for oily hair

• Soya

• Aloe vera

• Coconut oil

• Citrus fruits

Which one of the following shampoo ingredients is most suitable for dandruff.

• Lemon

• Almond

• Medicated

• Moisturising

A medicated shampoo is used for dandruff because it

• naturally moisturises and nourishes the hair.

• soothes the scalp and minimises flakes.

• slows down the production of sebum.

• closes the cuticle and strengthens the cortex.

The purpose of a surface conditioner is to

• add protein to the cortex

• treat and soothe the scalp

• adds moisture and smoothes the cuticle

• repair the hair structure and strengthen the cortex

Which one of the following should be used on chemically damaged hair to help improve the condition?

• Surface conditioner

• Penetrating conditioner

• Scalp treatment

• Herbal anti-oxidant

Which one of the following are all contra-indications to shampoo and conditioning?

• Infections, infestations, recent scar tissue and product allergies.

• Dandruff, psoriasis, infections.

• Dry scalp and injuries to the head.

• Product build up, oily scalp and cuts and abrasions.

Why is it important to position your client correctly?

• to help them to communicate with you.

• to avoid the risk of injury and fatigue.

• so that they can hear you.

• so that their hair gets clean.