CCP Chemical Relaxers & Texturizers 2

Question 1

How should a relaxer be applied during a retouch service on previously relaxed hair?

Accepted Answer

Only to the new growth, avoiding the previously relaxed hair

Answer

During a retouch, relaxer is applied only to the new growth to prevent overlapping onto already-processed hair, which would cause over-processing and breakage.

Question 2

What is 'texlaxing'?

Accepted Answer

Intentionally under-processing the hair to retain some natural texture

Answer

Texlaxing involves using a shorter processing time or milder relaxer formula to loosen the curl pattern while retaining some wave or texture rather than achieving full straightness.

Question 3

What should a cosmetologist do if a client has open sores or abrasions on the scalp before a relaxer service?

Accepted Answer

Postpone the service until the scalp has fully healed

Answer

Applying a chemical relaxer to broken or irritated skin risks severe chemical burns and serious injury; the service must always be postponed until the scalp has healed.

Question 4

Which hair type requires the most careful monitoring during relaxer processing?

Accepted Answer

Fine, color-treated, or previously chemically processed hair

Answer

Fine, color-treated, or previously chemically processed hair is already structurally compromised, making it more susceptible to over-processing and breakage.

Question 5

What does the 'smoothing test' determine during a relaxer application?

Accepted Answer

How straight the hair has become, to gauge processing progress

Answer

The smoothing test involves gently running a comb or finger through the hair to assess the degree of straightening, helping the cosmetologist judge when to stop processing.

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CCP Chemical Relaxers & Texturizers 2