Texas Class A Barber Written ExamChemical ServicesMedium
A barber is performing a permanent waving service on a client whose hair has low elasticity. To ensure the perm takes effectively without causing damage, what adjustment should the barber make?
- AIncrease the concentration of the waving lotion
- BUse larger perm rods to create looser curls
- CSelect a milder, acid-balanced waving lotion
- DDecrease the processing time significantly
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Select a milder, acid-balanced waving lotion
Low elasticity indicates weakened or damaged hair. Using a milder, acid-balanced waving lotion will be gentler on the hair, reducing the risk of further damage while still allowing the perm to take, albeit potentially with less curl strength.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Increasing the concentration of waving lotion would be too harsh for hair with low elasticity, leading to further damage and breakage.
- B. Using larger rods creates looser curls but doesn't address the underlying issue of low elasticity, which could still lead to damage or a weak perm.
- D. Decreasing processing time might prevent damage but would likely result in an ineffective perm with no lasting curl.
Perm Adjustments for Low Elasticity
Modifications to the permanent waving process, such as using milder solutions, when the hair exhibits low elasticity, indicating weakness or damage.
- Low elasticity means hair is weak/damaged
- Requires gentler perm solutions
- Acid-balanced perms are often recommended
- Prioritizes hair integrity over strong curl
Memory trick: Low Elasticity 'L'eads to 'M'ilder 'L'otion