Provide advanced perming techniques

URN: SKAHDBR11
Business Sectors (Suites): Hairdressing and Barbering
Developed by: SkillsActive
Approved on: 30 Mar 2021

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 advanced perming techniques to create a variety of permed effects. 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:

  1. create a variety of permed effects

Performance criteria

You must be able to:

1.     carry out a concise and comprehensive consultation with the individual

2.     maintain your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with legislation, regulations, directives and guidelines

3.     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 very curly hair prior to the perming service

5.3 record the outcome and store in accordance with data legislation

6.     explore a variety of achievable permed effects with the individual 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 advanced 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 advanced perming service protocol

Perming service

12.   comb and section the hair in accordance with the advanced 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 advanced perming service protocol

14.   protect the individual's hair and scalp in accordance with the advanced 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 chemical treated hair

16.   protect the hair with a single use covering in accordance with the advanced 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 the manufacturer instructions

19.   protect the individual's hair and scalp in accordance with the advanced 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, to include:

28.  use creative finishing techniques to achieve the desired permed effect

  1. ensure the finished permed effect compliments the individual and enhances the image of the salon

  2. confirm with the individual they are satisfied with the final result

31.   monitor the individual's health and wellbeing throughout the perming service

32.   implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction

33.   complete the individual's service records and store in accordance with data legislation

34.   use reflective practice to evaluate the perming service and take appropriate action

35.   provide instructions and advice to the individual, pre and post the service

36.   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 chemical composition and pH of perming and neutralising products

9.     the physiological effects of perming solutions and neutralisers have on the hair structure

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 of 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 importance of restoring the pH balance after the perming and neutralising processes

15.   the importance and use of post-perming treatments to rebalance the pH value of the hair 

16.   why perming and neutralising should be done a particular sequence

17.   the adverse effects of failing to restore the pH value of the hair

18.   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

19.   how to adapt hair perming techniques for each hair curl classification 

20.   how hair growth patterns can determine the section and winding techniques 

21.   the importance of carrying out tests and how the test outcomes can affect the perming service

22.   why and when a pre-perm test curl is carried out 

23.   how to recognise over processed hair, the associated risks and action to take 

24.   how to recognise trichorrhexis nodosa, the associated risks and action to take

25.   the tools and equipment used for perming services for all hair curl classification, types and conditions

26.   the types of sectioning and winding techniques used to create personalised and creative permed effects

27.   the importance of using an anti-oxidant shampoo 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 

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 how to safely apply perming products to the hair to avoid exposure of chemicals to the skin and scalp

33.   the service times 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 an 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, expectations, 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 advanced 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 importance to record the outcome and evaluation of perming service

48.   the instructions and advice, pre and post the perming  service


Scope/range

Hair curl classification

  1. straight
  2. wavy
  3. curly
  4. tight curls
  5. combination

Hair characteristics

  1. hair density
  2. hair texture
  3. hair elasticity
  4. hair porosity
  5. hair growth patterns

State of hair

  1. non - chemically treated hair
  2. partially chemically treated hair
  3. chemically treated hair

Tests

  1. elasticity
  2. porosity
  3. incompatibility
  4. pre-perm test curl
  5. curl test
  6. skin test

Permed effects

  1. root lifted
  2. waved
  3. corkscrewed
  4. textured curl

Products

  1. barrier cream
  2. pre-perming treatment
  3. chemical rearranger
  4. perming solution
  5. neutralising solution
  6. post-perming treatment

Advanced perming service protocol

  1. working environment
  2. health and safety
  3. infection prevention and control
  4. service plan
  5. informed consent
  6. manufacturer instructions
  7. test outcomes
  8. data management
  9. audit and accountability
  10. instructions and advice
  11. sustainability
  12. waste management
  13. evidence-based practice
  14. reflective practice

Sectioning and winding techniques

  1. piggyback
  2. spiral
  3. weaving
  4. root
  5. hopscotch
  6. double wind

Instructions

  1. the individual and practitioner's legal rights and responsibilities
  2. pre and post procedure instructions and care
  3. restrictions and associated risks
  4. future procedures

Anatomy and physiology

  1. the structure and function of the hair and the hair growth cycle
  2. the structure and function of the skin
  3. basic anatomical structure of the head, neck and shoulders
  4. relative and absolute contraindications and related pathologies

Hair growth patterns

  1. cowlick
  2. whorl
  3. double crown
  4. widows peak
  5. nape whorl

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 reaction
An adverse reaction is an 'unexpected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. fainting

Anatomy and Physiology

How the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, excretory, digestive, endocrine and nervous systems interact with each other and how they impact the individual, service and outcomes.

Contra action
A 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, SKAHDBR10,

SKAHDBR12, SKAHDBR13, SKAHDBR14, SKAHDBR15,

SKAHDB16, SKAHDB19, SKAHDB20, SKAHDB21, SKABR5



External Links


Version Number

3

Indicative Review Date

31 Mar 2024

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

SkillsActive

Original URN

SKACH13

Relevant Occupations

Barbering, Hairdressers and Related Occupations, Hairdressing and Barbering

SOC Code

6221

Keywords

perming, hair curling, rods, s curl, creative perming