Perm and neutralise hair
Overview
This standard coexists alongside, SKAHDBRBNST1 Implement and maintain safe, hygienic and effective working practices and SKAHDBRBNS1 Consult, assess, plan and prepare for Hair, Barbering, Beauty, Nails, Wellbeing and Holistic services. This standard is about a hair professional providing perming services to add volume, wave and curl to hair. You will also be required to do a post procedure evaluation and reflection for continuous improvement. Users of this standard will need to ensure that their practices reflect up-to-date information, policies, procedures and best practice guidance. It is advisable users of this standard are aware of, and comply with first aid requirements in accordance with legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
The main outcomes are:
- Perm and neutralise hair
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
carry out a concise and comprehensive consultation with the individual
maintain your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with legislation, regulations, directives and guidelines
- discuss and establish the individual's objectives and desired outcomes to inform the perming service plan, to include:
3.1 anatomical head, face and body shape
3.2 treatment history
3.3 alternative treatment options
4. carry out a hair and scalp analysis, to include:
4.1 hair curl classification 4.2 hair characteristics 4.3 state of hair
4.4 scalp condition
4.5 percentage of white hair
4.6 hair length
4.7 direction of curl required
4.8 degree of curl achievable
5. carry out tests to determine suitability for the perming service, to include:
5.1 determine whether a pre-perming treatment is required to even out the porosity prior to the perming service
5.2 determine whether a chemical rearranger is required to pre-soften hair prior to the perming service
5.3 record the outcome and store in accordance with data legislation
6. discuss with the individual the permed effects using relevant visual aids, to inform:
6.1 the section and winding techniques
6.2 the products to be used
7. confirm and agree with the individual, they have understood the proposed perming service, to include:
7.1 contra-actions
7.2 adverse reactions
8.obtain the individual's informed consent for the perming service
9. prepare the individual and hair for the perming service in accordance with the perming service protocol
Pre-perming treatment
10. comb and section the hair in preparation for the pre-perming treatment
11. apply the pre-perming treatment in accordance with the perming service protocol
Perming service
12. comb and section the hair in accordance with the perming service protocol
13. select the size of perm rods and end papers and apply them using sectioning and winding techniques in accordance with the perming service protocol
14. protect the individual's hair and scalp in accordance with the perming service protocol
15. saturate each perming rod with perming solution and monitor development time in accordance with manufacturer instructions, to include:
15.1 adapt methods of working and use of products to meet the needs of an individual with chemically treated hair
16. protect the hair with a single use covering in accordance with the perming service protocol
17. carry out curl tests periodically to reaffirm the development time
18. remove the perming solution from the hair in accordance with manufacturer instructions
19. protect the individual's hair and scalp in accordance with the perming service protocol
20. prepare the neutralising product in accordance with the manufacturer instructions
21. saturate each perming rod with neutralising solution and monitor development time in accordance with the manufacturer instructions
22. remove rods safely to avoid damage to the hair and scalp
23. remove the neutralising solution from the hair and scalp in accordance with the manufacturer instructions
24. apply an anti-oxidant conditioner to the hair and scalp to restore the pH balance and stop the oxidisation of the neutralising solution
25. remove excess water from the hair and scalp using a towel
26. apply a post-perming treatment to restore the hairs pH
27. conclude the service in accordance with the perming service protocol, to include:
27.1use finishing techniques to achieve the desired permed effect
28. confirm with the individual they are satisfied with the final result
28.1 monitor the individual's health and wellbeing throughout the perming service
29. implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction
30. complete the individual's service records and store in accordance with data legislation
31. use reflective practice to evaluate the perming service and take appropriate action
32. provide instructions and advice to the individual, pre and post the service
33. record the outcome and evaluation of the perming service
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
1. your role and responsibilities in providing perming services and the importance of working within your competence
2. why you must comply with ethical practice and work within the legislative requirements, to include:
2.1 the responsibilities under local authority licensing regulations for yourself and your premises
3. the importance to engage in, and document continuous professional development to include, up-to-date information policies, procedures and best practice guidance
4. the anatomy and physiology relevant to this standard
5. the relative and absolute contraindications relevant to the hair service, to include:
5.1 the legislative and insurance requirements for obtaining medical diagnosis and referral
6. the importance of recognising suspicious skin irregularities and scalp lesions, and referring to a relevant healthcare professional
7. the types and strengths of perming solutions used to curl the hair and the adaptations required, in relation to:
7.1 hair curl classification
7.2 hair condition
7.3 state of hair
7.4 scalp condition
7.5 resistant hair
7.6 chemically treated hair
8. the physiological effects of perming solutions and neutralisers have on the hair structure
9. the chemical composition and pH of perming and neutralising products
10. the effects of alkaline and acid has on the hair cuticle
11. the importance of adhering to manufacturer instructions to prevent product incompatibilities and risks to health
12. how the temperature of water used during the removal of perming solution can determine the level of curl achieved
13. the importance and use of a pre-perming treatment to even out the hairs porosity prior to a perming service
14. the purpose of a chemical rearranger and when and how it is used
15. the importance of restoring the pH balance after the perming and neutralising processes
16. the importance and use of post-perming treatments to rebalance the pH value of the hair
17. why perming and neutralising should be done in a particular sequence
18. the adverse effects of failing to restore the pH value of the hair
19. the importance of carrying out a hair and scalp analysis and how it effects the choice of products and sectioning and winding techniques to be used
20. how to adapt hair perming techniques for each hair curl classification
21. how hair growth patterns can determine the section and winding techniques
22. the importance of carrying out tests and how the test outcomes can affect the perming service
23. why and when a pre-perm test curl is carried out
24. how to recognise over processed hair, the associated risks and action to take
25. how to recognise trichorrhexis nodosa, the associated risks and action to take
26. the tools and equipment used for perming services for all hair curl classification, state of hair and conditions
- the importance of using an anti-oxidant treatment on the hair to neutralise the active ingredient in perming products, to include
28. the risks associated with perming and neutralising hair
29. the importance of protecting the individual’s skin and scalp from the perming and neutralising products
30. the importance of adhering to the manufacturer instructions for the safe use and development times of perming and neutralising products, to include:
30.1 the importance to explain the physical sensation on the scalp from the perming service
31. why you should comb and section the hair prior to the perming
32. how to carry out a perming service, to include:
32.1 safely applying perming products to the hair to avoid exposure of chemicals to the skin and scalp
33. the service time in accordance with your organisational policies and procedures
34. the reasons why you may need to troubleshoot problems that can commonly arise when perming hair, to include:
34.1 ways in which they can be remedied
35. the importance of consulting with the individual throughout the perming process
36. the adverse reactions associated with a perming service and how to respond
37. the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the service
38. the legal requirements for providing hair services to minors and vulnerable adults
39. why it is important to discuss and establish the individual's objectives, concerns, desired outcomes and agree the perming service plan
40. the fee structures and service options
41. the legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the service
42. the reasons for taking consensual visual media of the individual's treatment area and storing in accordance with the service, legislative, insurance and organisational requirements
43. the importance of adhering to the perming service protocol
44. the importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during and post the service
45. the expected outcomes of perming services
46. the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future services
47. the instructions and advice pre and post the perming service
Scope/range
Hair curl classification
- straight
- wavy
- curly
- tight curls
- combination
Hair characteristics
- hair density
- hair texture
- hair elasticity
- hair porosity
- hair growth patterns
State of hair
- non - chemically treated hair
- partially chemically treated hair
- chemically treated hair
Tests
- elasticity
- porosity
- incompatibility
- pre-perm test curl
- curl test
- skin test
Products
- barrier cream
- pre-perming treatment
- chemical rearranger
- perming solution
- neutralising solution
- post-perming treatment
Perming service protocol
- working environment
- health and safety
- infection prevention and control
- service plan
- informed consent
- manufacturer instructions
- test outcomes
- data management
- audit and accountability
- instructions and advice
- sustainability
- waste management
- evidence-based practice
- reflective practice
Sectioning and winding techniques
- basic
- directional
- brick
Instructions
- the individual and practitioner's legal rights and responsibilities
- pre and post procedure instructions and care
- restrictions and associated risks
- future procedures
Anatomy and physiology
- the structure and function of the hair and the hair growth cycle
- the structure and function of the skin
- basic anatomical structure of the head, neck and shoulders
- relative and absolute contraindications and related pathologies
Hair growth patterns
- cowlick
- whorl
- double crown
- widows peak
- duck tail
Scope Performance
Scope Knowledge
Values
Behaviours
Skills
Glossary
Absolute contraindication
An absolute contraindication is a condition that prevents the service from being carried out and may require referral.
Adverse reactionAn adverse reaction is an 'unexpected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. fainting
Contra actionA contra-action is an 'expected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. erythema
Evidence-based practice
Evidence-based practice is based on the best available, current, valid and relevant evidence.
First aid
First aid can refer to first aid at work qualifications or equivalent and first aid mental health awareness.
Hair curl classification
Hair curl classification can be referred to as Type 1 – 4.
Protocol
A protocol is a standard procedure to ensure best practice and compliance when providing services, i.e. follow manufacturer instructions.
Relative contraindication
A relative contraindication is a condition that requires an assessment of suitability for the service and/or if adaptions are required.
Links To Other NOS
SKAHDBRBNST1, SKAHDBRBNS1, SKAHDBR1, SKAHD1, SKAHD2
SKAHDBR2, SKAHDBR3, SKAHDBR4, SKAHDBR5,
SKAHDBR6, SKAHDBR7, SKAHDBR8, SKAHDBR9, SKAHDBR11,
SKAHDBR12, SKAHDBR13, SKAHDBR14, SKAHDBR15,
SKAHDB16, SKAHDB19, SKAHDB20, SKAHDB21, SKABR5