Milady Chapter 20 Chemical Relaxers

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What is a chemical relaxer?

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A chemical relaxer is a product used to straighten curly or wavy hair by breaking down the hair's natural structure.

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What is the primary purpose of chemical relaxing?

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The primary purpose of chemical relaxing is to rearrange the structure of curly hair into a straighter or smoother form.

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What are hydroxide relaxers?

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Hydroxide relaxers are strong chemical products that contain hydroxide ions, used to permanently straighten hair.

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What is the pH level of hydroxide relaxers compared to thio relaxers?

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Hydroxide relaxers have a higher pH level than thio relaxers.

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What is ammonium thioglycolate?

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Ammonium thioglycolate is a type of chemical relaxer that is compatible with soft curl permanents.

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What type of hair is mild strength relaxer recommended for?

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Mild strength relaxers are recommended for fine, color-treated, and/or damaged hair.

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Where are the weakest sections of curly hair strands typically found?

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The weakest sections of curly hair strands are typically found at the twist.

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What is the difference between regular strength and super strength relaxers?

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Regular strength relaxers are suitable for normal hair, while super strength relaxers are designed for very coarse or resistant hair.

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What is the role of a neutralizer in chemical relaxing?

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A neutralizer is used to stop the chemical process and restore the hair's pH balance after relaxing.

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What is the significance of the pH scale in chemical relaxing?

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The pH scale indicates the acidity or alkalinity of a product, which affects its strength and effectiveness in relaxing hair.