Karnataka II PUC Beauty and Wellness (KSEAB) flashcards

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Acid mantle

A slightly acidic film on the skin surface, about pH 4.5-5.5, that limits bacterial growth and helps retain moisture.

Anagen phase

The active growth phase of the hair cycle, when cells in the follicle divide and the hair shaft lengthens.

Informed consent

Explaining a service, its products, possible reactions, and cost, then obtaining the client's agreement before starting work.

Scope of practice

The legal limits of a beauty professional's work; disease diagnosis and treatment are outside it and require medical referral.

Sterilization

A process that destroys all microorganisms, including bacterial spores, on tools and surfaces.

Disinfection

Using an approved chemical at label dilution and contact time to kill most pathogens on surfaces and implements, but not spores.

Patch test

Applying a small amount of product to skin, usually the inner forearm, and waiting 24-48 hours to detect an allergic reaction.

Transepidermal water loss

The movement of water from inside the skin through the epidermis to the air; moisturizers reduce it.

Hair porosity

The ability of the hair cuticle to absorb and hold moisture; high porosity absorbs and loses moisture quickly.

Keratin

The fibrous protein that forms most of the hair shaft, giving it strength, elasticity, and structure.

Elevation

The angle at which hair is held away from the head while cutting; it controls weight distribution and volume.

Point cutting

A cutting technique in which the scissor tips cut into the ends to soften a line and reduce bulk.

Developer volume

The strength of hydrogen peroxide, stated in volumes; 20 vol lifts 1-2 levels and 40 vol lifts 3-4.

Strand test

Testing a chemical service on a small section of hair to predict timing, result, and damage before full application.

Lunula

The whitish half-moon visible at the base of the nail plate, formed by the visible portion of the matrix.

Paronychia

Inflammation or infection of the skin around the nail, often with redness, swelling, and pain; nail services are contraindicated.

Color correction

Using opposite colors on the color wheel, such as green over redness, to neutralize unwanted tones in skin or hair.

Squoval nail shape

A nail shape with straight sides and slightly rounded corners, combining a square look with reduced corner snagging.

Break-even point

The number of services at which total revenue equals total cost, calculated as fixed costs divided by contribution margin per service.

Contribution margin

The service price minus its variable cost, showing how much each service contributes toward fixed costs and profit.

Active listening

Fully concentrating on a client, paraphrasing and confirming understanding instead of interrupting or assuming.

Open question

A question beginning with what, how, or describe that invites a detailed answer rather than yes or no.

Neutralization

Lowering the pH after a relaxer or alkaline chemical service with an acidic product to stop chemical action.

Contraindication

A condition or circumstance that makes a service unsafe to perform, such as broken skin or active infection.

Epidermis

The outermost, avascular skin layer made of keratinized cells; it protects against water loss and infection.

Tension in cutting

The consistent tautness with which hair is held during cutting; uneven tension produces uneven lines.

Gel polish removal

Soaking the nail in acetone and gently lifting the product; scraping or peeling damages the natural nail plate.

Broad-spectrum SPF

A sunscreen label claim showing protection against both UVA and UVB radiation, not UVB alone.

Disulfide bond

A strong chemical bond between keratin strands in hair that gives curl and shape and is broken by relaxers and perms.

Draping order

Placing a towel around the neck first, then a cape over it, fastened without pinching the client's skin.

Product ratio

The exact proportion of color, bleach, or chemical to developer stated on the label; it must be measured, not estimated.

Retail versus professional product

Retail stock is sold to clients for home use; professional stock is used only in the salon by trained staff.