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SALON FUNDAMENTALS
· Perform tapotment
· Rotate the scalp
· Conclude scalp massage
· Shampoo client's hair
· Rinse hair
· Dry hair or move to next service
· Wash and sanitize hands
· Drape client for a wet hair service
· Detangle hair
· Apply scalp product
· Perform effleurage scalp manipulations
· Perform petrissage scalp manipulations
· Perform effleurage scalp manipulations
Long Hair Considerations
Long hair requires special considerations
during shampooing and conditioning.
Lift longer lengths upward while rinsing
to remove the hair from the shampoo
suds that have accumulated in the bowl.
Shampoo bowls designed for long hair
have extended basins that allow the hair
to fall naturally, which prevents the hair
from becoming tangled.
Wet Hair Service Draping,
Shampooing and Conditioning Completion
· Clean shampoo service area before continuing with client; disinfect comb and brush
following the entire service
· Ensure there is no water left standing in the shampoo service area
· Discuss the products you used on your client and proceed to the next service
Basic Scalp Massage
Basic scalp massage treatments involve scalp manipulations designed to relax your client's muscles
and increase blood circulation. Treatments can vary according to the products and machines used.
For instance, a dry scalp treatment may include a moisturizing scalp cream along with a scalp
steamer or warm towels to help product penetration. Be sure to follow manufacturer's directions
when using scalp treatment products.
Basic Scalp Massage Preparation
Assemble the following materials prior to providing a scalp massage service:
· Moisturizing agent, scalp toner or essential oils
· Towel
· Client
Cape
Basic Scalp Massage Procedure
