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Analyze hair and scalp for a hair lightening service
Assessment Strategies
by analyzing hair and scalp for a hair lightening service for a client and client-related hair conditions
by orally stating the findings of the analysis
Criteria
analysis includes identifying the depth, level, and tone of previously lightened hair
analysis includes identifying the underlying level, tone, intensity, and amount of grey in the client's natural hair
analysis includes determining if metallic dyes are present on the hair
analysis includes determining the client's natural skin color level and tone
analysis includes determining the degree of hair elasticity as it relates to hair lightening
analysis includes determining hair porosity as it relates to hair lightening
analysis includes determining the degree of hair density as it relates to hair lightening
analysis includes identifying the texture of hair as it relates to hair lightening
analysis includes identifying the length of hair as it relates to hair lightening
analysis includes identifying treatable and non-treatable hair/scalp conditions
you wash hands with soap and running water prior to touching the client
you part, lift, and separate hair with a decontaminated comb
you complete hair analysis within 5 minutes
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Consult with a client for a hair lightening service
Assessment Strategies
in a consultation with a client prior to the hair lightening service
Criteria
consultation includes discussing client expectations and the limitations of the client's hair
consultation includes discussing client lifestyle and resulting maintenance for lightened hair
consultation includes reviewing client hair history, previous chemical applications, and hair lightening techniques
consultation includes recommendations for home hair care methods and products
consultation includes disclosing cost of services
you inform the client you cannot treat diseased skin unless under the direction of a physician (if appropriate)
you obtain the client's consent or the consent of the legal guardian of the client prior to the hair lightening service
client signs a release form
you make a reasonable effort to safely comply with the client's request
you complete the consultation in 10 minutes
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Select hair lightening tools, equipment, and products
Assessment Strategies
by selecting tools, equipment and products for a hair lightening service
for a client and client-related hair conditions using products appropriate to the lightening service by documenting tools, equipment, and products selected for the service
Criteria
selection of products for a client is based on client expectations, consultation, and hair analysis
selection includes tools and equipment for hair lightening application techniques
selection includes protective creams and cotton
selection includes personal protective equipment
selected tools and equipment are in good working order
selected tools previously contaminated by blood were cleaned with soap and water, disinfected with an intermediate level disinfectant, and stored in closed containers
selected combs, clips, bowls, brushes, bottles, and other lightening equipment were cleaned with soap and water, disinfected with a low level disinfectant, and stored in closed containers
selected hair lightening products and developers are stored in labeled containers
selected towels were stored in a decontaminated condition in a closed container
selected drapes are clean to sight and touch
you identify information for products according to manufacturer's guidelines
you complete tool, equipment, and product selection for a hair lightening service within 10 minutes
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Prepare for a lightening service
Assessment Strategies
in preparation for a hair lightening service for a client and client-related hair conditions using tools, equipment, and products appropriate for the lightening service
Criteria
hair lightening setup is complete and laid out on a disinfected surface
hair lightening setup includes a topical antiseptic at the work station
hair lightening setup includes all the tools, equipment, and products needed to complete the service
hair lightening includes adding pigment to tone or neutralize unwanted color
preparation includes using decontaminated drapes that are clean to sight and touch
preparation includes placing towels underneath the drape of the client and applying the drape so that the drape does not come into contact with the skin of the neck
preparation includes a predisposition test for aniline-derivative products
preparation includes a preliminary strand test
you follow manufacturers' recommendations
you provide secure and safe work environment
you wash hands with soap and running water before touching the client
you do not irritate the client's scalp in preparation for the service
learner utilizes personal protective equipment
learner completes the preparation for a lightening service within 15 minutes
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Perform a virgin lightening
Assessment Strategies
by performing a virgin lightening for a client and client-related hair conditions
using hair lightening tools, equipment, and products by documenting lightening information
Criteria
application includes a hair and scalp analysis
application includes a client consultation prior to the service
application includes selection of safe and decontaminated tools and equipment
application includes preparing the client and work area
application includes selecting lightening products and strength of developer based on client consultation, hair analysis, and preliminary strand test
application includes applying lightening products according to manufacturer's recommendations
hair is sectioned into quarters before lightening application
quarters are subsectioned into 1/8 inch subsections
application includes first applying lightener 1/2 inch from the scalp, up to, but not through, the porous ends
application includes applying lightener secondly to the hair near the scalp, then through the porous ends of the hair
application includes processing lightening product according to manufacturer's recommendations
application includes removing lightening product from the hair and surrounding skin according to manufacturer's directions
application includes using toners according to manufacturer's recommendations
application includes a follow-up normalizing/acidifying rinse
you wipe drips and spills
you dispose of trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
you clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area
you complete a hair lightening application within 30 minutes
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Perform a lightening retouch
Assessment Strategies
by performing a lightening retouch for a client and client-related hair conditions
using hair lightening tools, equipment, and products by documenting lightening information
Criteria
application includes a hair and scalp analysis
application includes a client consultation prior to the service
application includes selection of safe and decontaminated tools and equipment
application includes preparing the client and work area
application includes selecting lightening products and strength of developer based on client consultation, hair analysis, and preliminary strand test
application includes applying hair lightening products according to manufacturers recommendations
hair is sectioned into quarters before lightening application
quarters are subsectioned into 1/8 inch subsections
application includes applying lightening product up to the line of demarcation, without overlapping
application includes processing lightening product according to manufacturer's recommendations
application includes removing lightening product from the hair and surrounding skin according to manufacturer's directions
application includes using toners according to manufacturer's recommendations
application includes a follow-up normalizing/acidifying rinse
you wipe drips and spills
you dispose of trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
you clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area
you complete a hair lightening application within 20 minutes
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Perform a foil technique
Assessment Strategies
by performing a foil technique for a client and client-related hair conditions using tools, equipment, and products appropriate for the foil technique by documenting foil technique information
Criteria
foil technique includes a hair and scalp analysis
foil technique includes a client consultation prior to the service
foil technique includes selection of safe and decontaminated tools and equipment
foil technique includes preparing the work area and the client
foil technique includes selecting lightening products and strength of developer based on client consultation, hair analysis, and preliminary strand test
foil technique includes sectioning the hair into a pre-determined pattern
foil technique includes weaving a predetermined amount of hair from each subsection
foil technique includes applying and securing pre-cut foil sections onto the selected hair according to desired results
foil technique includes applying product on selected hair so that product does not leak out onto the scalp during processing
foil technique includes locking and tucking the foils to prevent product leakage
foil technique includes processing lightening product according to manufacturer's recommendations
foil technique includes using toners according to manufacturer's recommendations
foil technique includes a follow-up conditioning
foil technique includes removing lightening product and foils from the head according to manufacturer's recommendations
you wipe drips and spills
you dispose of trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
you clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area
you complete a foil technique service within 2 hours
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Perform free-hand lightening services
Assessment Strategies
by performing a free-hand lightening service for a client and client-related hair conditions using tools, equipment, and products appropriate to the service by documenting free-hand lightening service
Criteria
free-hand lightening includes a hair and scalp analysis
free-hand lightening includes a client consultation prior to the service
free-hand lightening includes selection of safe and decontaminated tools and equipment
free-hand lightening includes preparing the client and work area
free-hand lightening includes selecting lightening products and strength of developer based on client consultation, hair analysis, and preliminary strand test
free-hand lightening includes placing application based on desired effects
free-hand lightening includes processing product according to manufacturers recommendations
free-hand lightening includes a follow-up conditioning
free-hand lightening includes removing lightening product and foils from the head according to manufacturer's recommendations
you wipe drips and spills
you dispose of trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
you clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area
you complete a freehand lightening service within 45 minutes
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Perform corrective haircoloring
Assessment Strategies
by performing a corrective haircoloring service for a client and client-related hair conditions using tools, equipment, and products available for the corrective haircoloring service by documenting haircolor information
Criteria
color correction includes a hair and scalp analysis
color correction includes a client consultation prior to the service
color correction includes selection of safe and decontaminated tools and equipment
color correction includes preparing the client and work area
color correction includes deep/reconditioning the hair prior to color corrective work
color correction includes adapting color formulas according to the percentage of white hair on the client's head
color correction includes a preliminary hydrogen peroxide application to soften resistant hair
color correction includes selecting and applying a color filler based upon color theory
color correction includes adapting red color formulas to prevent fading
color correction includes adding color pigment to neutralize/eliminate unwanted tones from hair
color correction includes following the process for a tint back
color correction includes a follow-up normalizing/acidifying rinse
you wipe drips and spills
you dispose of trash in appropriate, covered receptacles
you clean and disinfect tools, equipment, and work area
you complete a color correction service within 60 minutes