Question 1

To meet with COSHH regulations, perm lotion should be

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prevented from coming into contact with the skin

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disposed of by pouring the neat lotion down the sink.

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stored in a dry, warm place

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used only by a qualified stylist

Question 2

Which of the following is a contra-indication to perming?

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Poor elasticity

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Porous hair

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Tinea pedis.

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Tinted hair

Question 3

Which of the following  describes why non-latex gloves should be worn when performing a perm?

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To prevent contact dermatitis.

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To prevent skin staining.

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To prevent psoriasis

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To prevent dry skin.

Question 4

Which one of the following best describes protective equipment for a perm client?

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Gown,plastic cape, towels and cotton wool

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Towels, gown, barrier cream and apron

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Towels, plastic apron, cotton wool and barrier cream.

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Gown, towels, cutting collar and barrier cream.

Question 5

Which one of the following best describes protective equipment for a perm client?

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On fine hair to prevent partings

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When the hair is styled with a parting

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When the client requests a brick wind.

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To work with the natural hair fall.

Question 6

When would we use additional heat to develop a perm?

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When recommended by the manufacturer.

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When the record card states to use heat.

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When the client requests the use of heat.

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When the salon or client are cold.

Question 7

Approximately what is the percentage of bonds broken during the perming process?

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20%

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40%

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50%

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30%

Question 8

Which bonds are broken during the perming process?

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Di-sulphidebonds

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Salt bonds.

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Hydrogen bonds

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Oxygen bonds.

Question 9

Which one of the following describes the affect of tension on the hair during neutralising?

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Curl will drop

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Curls too tight

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Frizzy hair

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Fish hook ends

Question 10

Which product would not be recommended to a client following a perm service?

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Smoothing cream

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Curl enhancer

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Moisturising shampoo

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PH balanced conditioner

Question 11

Why is it important to carry out a thorough consultation before perming?

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to assess the suitability of the hair for perming

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to ensure your client is able to pay for the perm

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to allow the client time for a coffee

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to help you be more confident

Question 12

What should you carry out if you are unsure if the hair is in suitable condition to perm?

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hair tests

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a thorough shampoo using a moisturising shampoo

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a skin test

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consultation

Question 13

Which hair test determines what size perm rods and perm lotion to use?

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pre-perm test curl

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development test curl

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elasticity test

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incompatibility test curl

Question 14

What should you apply around the hairline before perming to avoid chemical burns?

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barrier cream

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perm lotion

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neutraliser

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shampoo

Question 15

Which perm lotion has a gentler action on the hair?

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acid perm lotion

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neutralising perm lotion

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alkaline perm lotion

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ammonium free perm lotion

Question 16

Which chemical is found in acid perm lotion?

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glycerol-monothioglycollate

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ammonium thioglycollate

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hydrogen peroxide

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hydrogen thioglycollate

Question 17

Which perm lotion makes its own heat?

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exothermic perm lotion

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acid perm lotion

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ammonium free perm lotion

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alkaline perm lotion

Question 18

Which perm-winding technique would you use when the client requires a specific parting?

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directional winding

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spiral winding

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brick winding

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nine-section winding

Question 19

What could you use to even out the porosity if the ends of the hair are dry?

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pre-perm conditioner

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post-perm conditioner

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herbal anti-oxy conditioner

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pre-perm shampoo

Question 20

How long do you leave the neutraliser on for?

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follow manufacturer’s instructions

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always 5 minutes

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always 10 minutes

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as long as you’ve got before the next client

Question 21

What should you do if you accidentally get perm lotion in your client’s eyes?

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flush with cool water and call a first aider if necessary

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say sorry

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neutralise immediately

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get the client to dab with a tissue

Question 22

What could you do to trap the client’s body heat to aid the processing of the perm?

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use a secured plastic head cap

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Get the client to keep their coat on

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turn the salon’s heating up and close the windows

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use a second layer of towels around the shoulders

Question 23

Which chemical is commonly found in neutralisers?

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hydrogen peroxide

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ammonium thioglycollate

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sodium bicarbonate

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