CA Cosmetology flashcards
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- Hospital-grade disinfectant
- EPA-registered product used on nonporous implements after cleaning; follow label contact time; it kills most pathogens but not necessarily spores.
- Disinfection vs sterilization
- Disinfection kills most microorganisms on surfaces; sterilization kills all microbial life including spores and is used for critical items.
- Porous implements
- Items that absorb liquids cannot be reliably disinfected; discard after use or use as single-use items.
- Blood spill procedure
- Stop service, don gloves, absorb spill, clean with soap and water, disinfect area and implements, discard contaminated porous items.
- Handwashing requirement
- Wash hands with soap and water before and after each client; gloves do not replace handwashing.
- SDS purpose
- Safety Data Sheet gives hazards, handling, and first-aid information for chemicals; keep it accessible in the salon.
- Foot spa disinfection
- After each client, drain, clean, and disinfect a whirlpool foot spa according to manufacturer instructions and board rules.
- Universal precautions
- Treat all blood and body fluids as infectious and use barriers such as gloves for every client.
- GFCI outlet
- Ground-fault circuit interrupter protects against shock near water; test regularly and use for salon electrical equipment.
- Sterilization
- Process that destroys all microorganisms including bacterial spores; used for items that penetrate skin or contact sterile tissue.
- Contagious condition
- A licensee should not perform service on skin with a contagious disease; refer the client to a physician.
- California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
- State board under Consumer Affairs that licenses and regulates barbers, cosmetologists, estheticians, manicurists, and electrologists.
- Cosmetology license scope
- In California, allows haircutting, styling, chemical hair services, manicuring, pedicuring, esthetics, makeup, and hair removal.
- Barber license scope
- Covers haircutting, shaving, beard trimming, and related hair services; it does not include nail or skin care.
- Establishment license
- Salon must hold a current board license; the license must be posted and is not transferable to another location.
- Unlicensed practice
- Performing licensed services without a license is a misdemeanor and may result in fines or other penalties.
- Board inspection
- Board representatives may inspect licensed establishments during business hours to enforce health and safety laws.
- License renewal
- California cosmetology licenses are renewed biennially with the current fee; practicing on an expired license is prohibited.
- Posting licenses
- Licensees must display their license and required board notices in a conspicuous place at the establishment.
- Scope violation
- Performing services outside the license scope may lead to discipline; for example, a manicurist doing chemical hair color.
- Board disciplinary action
- Board may suspend or revoke a license for unsanitary practices, unlicensed activity, or violations of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act.
- Patch test aniline dye
- Test hair dye containing aniline derivatives 24 to 48 hours before application to check for allergic reaction.
- Strand test
- Small test application of a chemical product to predict processing time, color result, or damage before a full service.
- Developer volumes
- 10 volume lifts one level, 20 lifts two, 30 lifts three, 40 lifts four; use with oxidative color.
- Law of color
- Primary colors are red, yellow, blue; secondary colors are orange, green, violet; complementary colors neutralize each other.
- Haircut elevation
- 0 degrees creates a blunt line, 45 degrees graduated, 90 degrees uniform layers, 180 degrees long layers.
- Relaxer retouch
- Apply relaxer only to new growth during a retouch; protect previously relaxed hair to avoid overprocessing.
- Neutralizer function
- Acidic neutralizer stops relaxer action, lowers pH, and helps restore the hair's natural pH after service.
- Acrylic nail ratio
- Proper monomer-to-polymer ratio creates strong acrylic; too wet causes lifting, too dry causes brittleness.
- Gel nail curing
- Gel polish must be cured under a UV or LED lamp; use thin coats and cap the free edge for durability.
- Waxing contraindication
- Avoid waxing over irritated skin or for clients using isotretinoin or blood thinners; consult a physician.
- Shampoo pH
- Most shampoos are slightly acidic to neutral; lower pH helps close the cuticle and maintain hair color.