Chemical Relaxer Safety

1. / Need to be worn by stylist during application of chemical relaxer.
5. / Hair's ability to absorb moisture.
7. / Process where hydroxide relaxers permanently straiten the hair.
8. / Use after service with a wide-tooth comb to avoid stretching while combing.
10. / Salts that must not be present on the hair prior to relaxer service.
11. / Ability of hair to stretch and return to original length without breaking.
15. / Periodic test to determine how fast curl is being removed.

2. / With acid-balanced product to restore hair and scalp to normal pH.
3. / Needs to be performed on the hair and scalp prior to service.
4. / Failure to do this thoroughly can result in excessive skin irritation and hair breakage.
5. / Base cream used on hairline, ears and sometimes scalp of guest.
6. / Directions that must be followed during service.
9. / Statement signed by guest to show understanding of possible risks related to service.
12. / Scratching scalp with comb or fingernails.
13. / Days hair needs to remain dry.
14. / Needs to be updated prior to each service.