Relaxing Hair

What is the PH of a relaxer cream

• PH 1

• PH 4.5 -5.5

• PH 10

• PH 12 - 14

How can you determine adequate straightness has been achieved?

Which bonds are broken during a relaxing service?

• Hydrophobic

• Alpha Keratin

• Hydrogen

• Disulphide

What is the reason for a time interval between shampooing the hair and applying a relaxer?

• To avoid damage to hair

• To increase curl reduction

• To prevent scalp sensitivity

• To reduce development time

Which one of the following is the correct course of action if a client has abrasions on the scalp?

• Monitor the relaxing process closely

• Do not carry out the relaxing service

• Use a relaxer that uses Lye

• Use a relaxer that does not contain Lye

How can abundant hair affect the relaxer service?

How does porosity affect the relaxer service?

• The relaxer will process quickly

• The relaxer will process slowly

• The relaxer will last longer

• The relaxer will be temporery

Which one of the following best describes the advantages of a no-lye relaxer?

• Can be processed longer

• Creates a straighter result

• Can be used more frequently

• Can reduce scalp sensitivity

Which one of the following describes why a normalising shampoo should be used after the relaxing process?

• To remove debris from scalp

• To moisturise the hair properly

• To remove all traces of relaxer

• To pre condition the hair

Over-processing the hair can result in which of the following?

• Shinny strong hair

• Oily hair

• Poor elasticity

• Hair breakage