SHAMPOO CONDITION AND TREAT THE HAIR AND SCALP

UNIT GH8

SESSION AIMS To know the massage techniques and

terms and their benefits to clients. To be able to describe the basic hair

structure. To know the hair and scalp conditions. What the contraindications are when

shampooing and conditioning and how these affect the service.

What does COSSH stand for?

The control of subsatances hazardous to health.

What are our responsibilities under COSHH?

To know the hazards according to S TORE H ANDLE U SE D ISPOSE

According to salon policies, manufacturers‘ instructions and local by-laws.

What are our responsibilities according to the electricity at work act?

Follow instructions for use Check all equipment before use Make sure your hands are dry before

using Switch off mains before connecting or

disconnecting

If equipment is broken or damaged what should we do?

Label it clearly Remove it if it is possible Report it

Who do we report it to?

What is PPE? GLOVES APRON MASK GOGGLES

Why do we need to use PPE?

TO PROTECT:

Gloves – to protect us from contracting dermatitis

Apron – to protect our clothes Mask – to protect from respiratory

problems Goggles – to protect chemicals from

entering our eyes

What is client preparation? Consultation Gown and protect with a gown, towel

and plastic cape Position client correctly at the basin Shampoo and condition

MASSAGE TECHNIQUES EFFLEURAGE

Gentle stroking movements used to spread shampoo and conditioner throughout the hair.

WORKSHEET 2

ROTARY

Quick small circular movements used to loosen dirt and grit on first shampoo.

Used to cleanse the hair and scalp on second shampoo.

Also stimulates the scalp, blood flow and sebaceous glands.

PETRISSAGE

Slow deep circular movements used when conditioning to stimulate blood flow and sebaceous glands.

THE STRUCTURE OF THE HAIRWORKSHEET 3

What direction do the cuticles of the hair lie?

The cuticle scales overlap and lie flat from root to point when closed.

WHY DO WE NEED TO KNOW THIS?

So when we are combing the hair it must be in this direction so we don’t damage the hair.

HAIR DENSITY AND HAIR LENGTH

We must consider the density and length of the hair so we can judge how much product we need and also to ensure that all the hair is shampooed and conditioned thoroughly. Usually thick or long hair will take longer to shampoo and condition.

SCALP CONDITIONS

There are 5 different types of scalp conditions. Can you name them?

OILY DRY NORMAL DANDRUFF AFFECTED PRODUCT BUILD UP WORKSHEET 4

OILY SCALP CONDITION Causes

By not shampooing properly

Using the wrong products

The over production of the sebaceous gland

Diet Sweating

How this affects the process

Use the correct shampoo to remove the natural oils

Repeat the shampooing process

DRY SCALP CONDIITON Causes

Naturally dry skin A chemical process May have dried the

skin Health problems Diet Under production of

sebaceous gland

How this affects the process

The product selection

Advise on other services or treatments

NORMAL SCALP CONDITION Causes

N/A

How this affects the process

The choice of product

DANDRUFF AFFECTED Causes

By the overproduction of skin cells (can be oily, or dry flaky skin).

How this affects the process

The choice of product

Advise on other services or products

PRODUCT BUILD UP Causes

The hair may not have been cleansed properly

Too much product applied

Incorrect shampoo used

A high maintenance style

How this affects the process

The choice of product

Repeat shampoo Advise on more

regular shampooing

We will now have a ten minute break.

REMEMBER

Please leave the room quietly.

Hair conditions There are 4 types of hair conditions.

Can you name them?

Chemically damaged Heat damaged Environmentally damaged Product build up WORKSHEET 5

CHEMICALLY DAMAGED Cause

Colouring the hair Lightening the hair Perming the hair Relaxing the hair

HEAT DAMAGED Cause

By using straighteners or curling irons a lot

Too much heat on the hair from the hairdryer

ENVIRONMENTALLY DAMGED Cause By the sun By the wind Swimming

(chlorine) Sea water

PRODUCT BUILD UP Cause By applying too

much product Over use of

products Using the wrong

product for hair type

WHAT ARE CONTRAINDICATIONS?

Things that may affect, limit or prohibit the service being carried out.

For shampooing and conditioning these are; skin and scalp disorders and diseases cuts and abrasions product allergies recent scar tissue recent injuries to the treatment area.

Group discussions

In groups of 3 you will now discuss how these may affect the shampoo and conditioning process.

HOMEWORK Revise over worksheets and handouts

for mini quiz next week.

Have a nice week!!!