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G19 Shampooing Procedure Guide

The document provides instructions for properly shampooing a client's hair. It outlines 8 steps for shampooing, including wetting and detangling the hair, applying shampoo and massaging it into the scalp, rinsing twice, and drying the hair. Safety tips are also included, such as wearing gloves. Finally, factors for choosing the correct shampoo for a client's hair type and condition are discussed.

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G19 Shampooing Procedure Guide

The document provides instructions for properly shampooing a client's hair. It outlines 8 steps for shampooing, including wetting and detangling the hair, applying shampoo and massaging it into the scalp, rinsing twice, and drying the hair. Safety tips are also included, such as wearing gloves. Finally, factors for choosing the correct shampoo for a client's hair type and condition are discussed.

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Shampooing

procedure

Learning outcomes
Maintain effective and safe methods of working when shampooing, conditioning and treating the
hair and scalp.
Shampoo, condition and treat the hair and scalp.

Introduction Tools required for this treatment


Having the hair shampooed and conditioned is often
the client’s first impression of the professionalism of the
salon, therefore, the process needs to be both relaxing and
therapeutic. It is important to choose the correct shampoo
and conditioner which are suitable for the hair and scalp
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type that you have identified during the consultation. The
incorrect choice may negatively affect subsequent services.
The action of shampooing cleanses the hair by removing
dirt, grease, skin scale, sweat and product build-up, leaving
the hair ready for blow-drying, setting or chemical services.
Wide toothed Polyvinyl Shampoo
Conditioning treatments are applied to smooth the cuticle comb gloves
layer, provide protection for the hair, improve handling and
combing, make the hair look healthier and help the hair to
resist external elements.
Step 1

Ensure your client is wearing the correct personal


protective equipment: a gown and a towel to protect their
clothing.

Detangle the hair before you begin. Analyse the hair


and scalp to make the correct product choice, making
reference to the hair type, texture and condition of
the hair and scalp (see the information at the end of
this guide for more detail about choosing the correct
shampoo).

Tip:
Make sure you match the correct
products to the identified hair and
scalp conditions. If you use the wrong
products you will probably make the
conditions worse than they are. If
in doubt, ask a senior stylist or your
supervisor.

Step 2

Ask the client to lean back into the wash basin and make
sure they are sitting comfortably.

Remove any hair from their face and ask the client to
remove any accessories, such as glasses or jewellery.

Tip:
Some specific injuries or neck com-
plaints prevent the client from lying
back at the basin. Ask your client if
they know of any reason why they
cannot lay their head back into the
basin.

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Step 3

Run the water and check the water temperature on your


wrist. Once ready, apply water to the client’s scalp and ask
them if the temperature is ok.

Starting at the front hairline, cup the hand to direct the


water towards the wash basin as you wet the hair so that
you don’t wet the client’s face. Take extra care around the
hairline.

Tip:
Take care to cover the whole head,
including the nape of the neck and
behind the ears, until completely wet.

Step 4

Choose a suitable shampoo for the client’s hair type and


any other factors identified during the hair and scalp
analysis.

Depending on the hair length and density, dispense


the correct amount of shampoo, either one pump or
about the size of a two pence piece. Distribute the
product evenly between your hands then use ‘effleurage’
techniques to apply the product evenly through the hair.

Tip:
‘Effleurage’ movement is a slow,
smoothing, stroking massage
movement done with the palms of the
hands during shampooing.

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Step 5

‘Rotary’ techniques are applied utilising small, firm,


circular massage movements, using the pads of the
fingers.

‘Friction’ techniques, with quick, rubbing movements, will


remove any build up or debris from the hair, if the hair is
not too long. Repeat the rotary massage technique until
the shampoo and water emulsify.

Tip:
Do not use rotary or friction
techniques with longer hair as it can
cause knots and tangles.

Step 6

When the hair is ready for rinsing, turn the water back
on, check the temperature on your wrist and then rinse
the hair using the same cupping technique used at the
beginning, checking the temperature with the client.

Work from the front hair line to remove the shampoo.


Make sure both hands and hair are free from any suds.
Squeeze out any excess water.

Step 7

Apply a second shampoo if necessary, repeating the


shampoo application and massage techniques. The
second shampoo may lather more than the first.

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Step 8

Run the water and rinse until all the shampoo has been
removed. Turn off the water and gently squeeze the hair
to remove excess water.

Wrap a towel around the hair to stop any drips from


entering the eyes or face.

Health and safety


Because shampooing is a chemical service, you should
wear disposable nitrile or polyvinyl gloves. The risk of
contact dermatitis is increased significantly during these
processes, particularly when hands are constantly wet.
Take protective measures to look after your hands and
help to reduce the risk of developing contact dermatitis.

As shampooing is a chemical service, you should


also consider contraindications before proceeding to
shampoo the client’s hair. Issues such as skin and
scalp disorders and diseases, cuts and abrasions,
product allergies, recent scar tissue and recent
injuries to the treatment area, can all prevent this
procedure taking place. If you have any doubts
about symptoms and contraindications, always ask a
senior member of staff for their assistance.

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Some types of shampoo available
Aloe Vera A popular, mild natural base, ideal for healthy hair and scalps that can be used on a frequent
basis.
Camomile Better on oily scalps and has a natural lightening effect.

Clarifying Strong, deep-acting, often used prior to chemical services to remove build-up of styling
products and dirt.
Coconut Contains an emollient that helps dry hair to regain its smoothness and elasticity.

Jojoba A natural base better on normal to drier hair types.

Lemon Contains citric acid, ideal for oily scalp types or for removing product build-up.

Medicated Helps to maintain the normal state of the hair and scalp and contains antiseptics such as
juniper or tea tree oil.
Mint A natural base, suited to normal to slightly oily scalps, often used as a frequent use shampoo.

Oil Can contain a range of natural bases, such as pine, palm and almond. These are used to
smooth and soften drier hair and scalps.
Soya Helps to lock in moisture for the hair and scalp.

Tea tree oil A natural essential oil, which is like an antiseptic and will fight infections on the scalp.

Choosing the correct shampoo


The right choice of shampoo depends on the Planned services – what are you going to do with
following factors: the hair later? Some shampoo ingredients produce
a flexible coating on the hair shaft. This could be
Type, texture and condition of hair: beneficial in adding protection and locking in
Fine hair (without product build-up) requires a moisture or, conversely, in the case of conditioning-
single wash shampoo. Choose a shampoo that type shampoos and most conditioners, it could
will add body and volume. prevent or prolong the processing of some
Coarse hair usually requires two shampoos treatments, such as perms.
with a shampoo that will tend to soften it and
make it more flexible.
Thicker hair usually requires two shampoos. Hair and scalp conditions to be
Frequency of shampooing – if hair is washed once
aware of:
or more daily, choose a shampoo specifically Split ends – caused by harsh treatments, chemical
designed for frequent use. over-processing or general weathering of the hair.
Water quality – if the water in the salon is in a hard Chemically damaged hair – caused by over-use of
water area, more shampoo is needed to form a chemical treatments, such as perms, dyes, bleaches
good lather. In soft water areas, shampoos foam or relaxers.
more easily so less shampoo is required to do the Heat damaged hair – caused by over-use of heat
job. treatments, such as hairdryers, straightening irons
Shampoo purpose – is the shampoo intended just and tongs.
for cleaning or is it to treat the scalp, condition the Product build-up on hair – caused by a gradual
hair or colour the hair? accumulation of products on hair strands.
Dandruff – caused by overactive production and
shedding of epidermal cells – can be stress related.
Oily scalp – caused by overactive sebaceous gland,
sometimes related to hormonal change.

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