Chemical Services & Safety Flashcards
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Which condition would CONTRAINDICATE the use of a strong chemical exfoliant during a pedicure?
Answer: Active open sores or broken skin
Open sores or broken skin create a pathway for chemical absorption into deeper tissue and increase infection risk, making exfoliant use contraindicated.
What is the purpose of neutralizing an AHA peel after the recommended processing time?
Answer: To stop the acid's activity and restore normal skin pH
Neutralization stops the chemical reaction, preventing over-exfoliation and returning the skin to its normal slightly acidic pH.
According to OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, a GHS label must include which element?
Answer: Signal word, hazard statements, and pictograms
GHS labels are required to display signal words (Danger/Warning), hazard statements, and standardized pictograms to communicate chemical risks.
When storing chemical products in the salon, which practice is MOST important for safety?
Answer: Keep chemicals in original containers with intact labels
Keeping chemicals in their original labeled containers prevents misidentification, contamination, and accidental mixing of incompatible substances.
A client with diabetes requests a chemical callus treatment. The BEST course of action is to:
Answer: Consult the client's physician before performing chemical services
Diabetes can impair circulation and wound healing, so physician clearance is essential before applying chemical treatments that may cause irritation.
Which PPE is MOST critical when applying chemical exfoliants during a pedicure?
Answer: Safety goggles and chemical-resistant gloves
Safety goggles protect against splashes to the eyes and chemical-resistant gloves protect the hands from absorption and irritation.
What does the term 'keratolytic' mean in the context of chemical pedicure products?
Answer: An agent that softens and breaks down keratin
Keratolytic agents chemically loosen and dissolve the protein keratin, making them effective for softening calluses and thickened skin.