Cosmetology and Beauty Hair Care & Styling 1

Question 1

What is the outermost layer of the hair shaft called?

Accepted Answer

Cuticle

Answer

The cuticle is the outermost layer, consisting of overlapping scale-like cells that protect the inner layers of the hair shaft.

Question 2

Which phase of the hair growth cycle is characterized by active hair growth?

Accepted Answer

Anagen

Answer

The anagen phase is the active growth phase, during which the hair follicle produces new hair cells and the strand lengthens.

Question 3

What property of hair describes its ability to stretch and return to its original length without breaking?

Accepted Answer

Elasticity

Answer

Elasticity measures the hair's resilience; healthy hair can stretch up to 50% when wet and spring back without breaking.

Question 4

Which layer of the hair shaft contains melanin, the pigment responsible for hair color?

Accepted Answer

Cortex

Answer

The cortex is the middle layer of the hair shaft and contains melanin granules that determine the hair's natural color.

Question 5

A client's hair absorbs water and product very quickly but loses moisture just as fast. This characteristic indicates:

Accepted Answer

High porosity

Answer

High porosity hair has raised or damaged cuticles with gaps, causing it to absorb moisture rapidly but also lose it quickly.

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