When should you not perform a chemical service?

When should you not perform a chemical service?

• A. If the client has clean hair
• B. If the client wants a different service
• C. If the scalp shows irritation, inflammation, or open sores
• D. If the client is wearing a hat

Answer: (C)

Safety and health come first with chemical services. These treatments alter the hair and rely on solutions that contact the scalp. If the scalp shows irritation, inflammation, or has open sores, applying chemicals can sting or burn the skin, worsen the condition, and increase the risk of infection or delayed healing. Because of that, you should not perform a chemical service under those conditions; wait until the scalp has healed or has been evaluated by a professional if needed, and consider an alternative service in the meantime. Other situations mentioned don’t pose the same risk. Clean hair isn’t a problem, wanting a different service isn’t a safety issue, and wearing a hat doesn’t indicate a contraindication for chemical services.

Safety and health come first with chemical services. These treatments alter the hair and rely on solutions that contact the scalp. If the scalp shows irritation, inflammation, or has open sores, applying chemicals can sting or burn the skin, worsen the condition, and increase the risk of infection or delayed healing. Because of that, you should not perform a chemical service under those conditions; wait until the scalp has healed or has been evaluated by a professional if needed, and consider an alternative service in the meantime.

Other situations mentioned don’t pose the same risk. Clean hair isn’t a problem, wanting a different service isn’t a safety issue, and wearing a hat doesn’t indicate a contraindication for chemical services.