Question

1. benefits of scalp massage include slowing down scalp microcirculation and calming tenseness. t f 48. the basic requirement for a healthy scalp is cleanliness. t f 49. scalp massages are recommended for relaxation but, in certain situations, they can also address scalp conditions such as dryness, minimal flaking, excess oiliness, and tight scalp. t f 50. depending on the clients needs, you should consider using your fingernails to touch, lightly scrape, or gently scratch the scalp during the massage. t f 51. when massaging during the conditioning phase, the conditioner is distributed throughout the hair, followed by massage manipulations, which allows the conditioning product to penetrate more evenly, improved the scalps microcirculation, relaxes the scalp and neck, and restores hair to a more balanced state. t f 52. as you develop your massage technique, you should begin to incorporate stiff, mechanical movements throughout the service to show your client that you have skills and confidence. t f 53. to prevent tangling throughout the service, you should make sure that you are manipulating the scalp, not the hair. t f

Explanation:

1. Scalp massage usually improves micro - circulation, not slows it down, so it's false.
2. Cleanliness is indeed a basic requirement for a healthy scalp, so it's true.
3. Scalp massages can help with relaxation and some scalp conditions, so it's true.
4. Using fingernails during scalp massage can damage the scalp, so it's false.
5. The described process of conditioning and massage is correct for better results, so it's true.
6. Stiff, mechanical movements are not good for a quality massage, so it's false.
7. Manipulating the scalp instead of hair helps prevent tangling, so it's true.

Answer:

1. F
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. T
6. F
7. T