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Cosmetology

Unit Subtitle: Service Preparation

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Draping

Chemical drape or towel, cape, towel

Fold towel lengthwise Wrap around the neck

securely

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Draping

Chemical drape or towel, cape, towel

Place cape on top of towel

Make sure the cape does not come in contact with the skin

Place second towel over cape

Secure with a jaw clamp

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Analyze Hair & Scalp

Use comb or brush Follow a pattern to

ensure the entire head has been checked

Lift hair with fingers or comb to examine scalp

Do not push hair into face

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Scientific Brushing

Follow a pattern to ensure complete coverage

Brush the hairline Bristles must touch

scalp Use a bristle brush

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Scientific Brushing

Brush from scalp to ends

Do not brush hair into face

Sub-section must not be wider than 1”

Do not brush in circles