332A Chemical Texture Services 2

Question 1

What does 'exothermic' mean in relation to perm products?

Accepted Answer

The product generates its own heat through a chemical reaction

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The product absorbs heat from the environment

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The product requires an external heat source

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The product processes at room temperature only

Question 2

What is a test curl and why is it performed?

Accepted Answer

A small section processed to evaluate curl development before processing the entire head

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A decorative curl placed at the front of the style

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A curl created with a curling iron before the perm

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The first rod placed during wrapping

Question 3

What wrapping technique involves wrapping hair from the ends toward the scalp?

Accepted Answer

Croquignole wrap

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Spiral wrap

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Piggyback wrap

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Weave wrap

Question 4

What is the purpose of end papers (end wraps) in perm wrapping?

Accepted Answer

To ensure smooth, even wrapping of the hair ends around the rod without fishhooks or crimping

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To add moisture to the hair ends

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To speed up processing at the ends

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To protect the rod from solution damage

Question 5

What is over-processing in the context of permanent waving?

Accepted Answer

Leaving the perm solution on too long, resulting in damage, weak curls, or straight frizzy hair

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Processing the perm for less time than recommended

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Using too many rods for the head size

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Wrapping the hair too tightly on the rods

Question 6

What hair condition is a contraindication for performing a perm service?

Accepted Answer

Hair that has been recently treated with a metallic dye

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Thick, coarse hair

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Virgin, unprocessed hair

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Hair with a natural wave pattern