Cosmetology · Chemical Texture Services

When performing a chemical service, the cosmetologist should protect themselves by:

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Wearing gloves and following the manufacturer's safety directions

A Avoiding the consultation
B Wearing gloves and following the manufacturer's safety directions
C Working faster
D Skipping gloves

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During chemical services, the cosmetologist should wear appropriate gloves to protect their skin from the chemicals and follow the manufacturer's safety directions, including timing, application method, and ventilation as needed. Many texture and color chemicals can irritate or burn skin with repeated or prolonged contact. Protecting oneself with gloves and following the product instructions safeguards the professional's long-term health as well as the client's. Personal protective practice during chemical services is a safety point reinforced throughout the exam.

Source: Hair Care — Chemical Service Self-Protection

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Chemical texture services — permanent waving, relaxing and curl reformation — are tested on the chemistry (reduction and oxidation), the products (thio, hydroxide), processing and neutralising, and the safety checks before and during the service. This is one of 11 Hair Care questions on chemical texture services, each with a full explanation on a single study page.

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