Question

indicate the answer choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.

1. a client consults with a cosmetologist about a recent problem with dry hair that has not been previously experienced. when asked by the cosmetologist if there is anything different in the clients hair care practice, the client describes using olive oil as a treatment for dry scalp. what conclusion can the cosmetologist make about the possible cause of the dry hair?

a. the client is not using enough oil for the dry scalp treatment, so the hair is unable to absorb enough moisture.
b. the client is using too much oil for the dry scalp treatment, and excess buildup on the scalp is contributing to the dry hair.
c. the client is shampooing too often, which is drying both the scalp and the hair.
d. the client should not use an oil treatment for dry scalp and should seek out a different treatment for dry scalp.

1. do not massage or manipulate a clients scalp if you detect the presence of _____.

a. color
b. keratin
c. medication
d. abrasions

1. what are the two basic requirements for maintaining a healthy scalp?

a. sunlight and nutrition
b. scrubbing and oiling
c. washing and drying
d. cleanliness and stimulation

1. how often should clients with normal scalp health have a scalp treatment performed?

a. whenever a service is performed on their hair or scalp
b. twice each year
c. with every season change
d. never

1. how do conditioners benefit hair?

a. conditioners strengthen hair by attaching artificial protein molecules to the hairs natural protein.
b. conditioners remove excess oils and residual minerals from hair.
c. conditioners give the illusion of additional volume and density to hair.
d. conditioners infuse moisture and protect against breakage.

1. which massage technique is most effective in an oily hair and scalp treatment?

a. a gentle action at the root area
b. a kneading technique
c. light, quick strokes under an infrared heating lamp
d. lifting the scalp with a rotary motion

Explanation:

1. Olive - oil treatment for dry scalp might lead to dry hair if too much oil is used, causing excess buildup.
2. Abrasions on the scalp can be irritated or damaged further by massage or manipulation.
3. Cleanliness helps remove dirt and excess oils, and stimulation promotes blood - flow for a healthy scalp.
4. For clients with normal scalp health, a scalp treatment can be done whenever a hair or scalp service is performed.
5. Conditioners add moisture and protect hair from breakage.
6. For oily hair and scalp, gentle action at the root area helps without over - stimulating oil production.

Answer:

1. b. The client is using too much oil for the dry scalp treatment, and excess buildup on the scalp is contributing to the dry hair.
2. d. abrasions
3. d. cleanliness and stimulation
4. a. whenever a service is performed on their hair or scalp
5. d. Conditioners infuse moisture and protect against breakage.
6. a. a gentle action at the root area