Shampooing

The primary purpose of a shampoo is to cleanse the hair and scalp.

Tools and material for shampooing and conditioning

Always assemble all materials before starting the shampoo. The tools and equipments required for shampooing are:

  1. Shampoo cape
  2. Towels
  3. Combs and Hair Brush
  4. Shampoo and Hair
  5. Conditioners
  6. Clamps to secure towels
  7. Ear plugs
  8. Shampoo basin and chair

Types of Shampoo

Some of the popular shampoos available are:

  1. Plain shampoo - Detergent based and transparent
  2. Cream shampoo - Milky appearance. This shampoo not only cleanses but also conditions the hair
  3. Anti Dandruff shampoo - Contains medicated ingredients that help to remove dandruff
  4. Herbal shampoo - Contains natural ingredients and herbs and can be used for all types of hair

Procedure of shampooing

  1. The client should be seated comfortably wearing a covering gown. It is advised to give the hair a thorough brushing before shampooing is actually under taken. Towels should be placed around the neck and over the shoulders and tucked well in.

  2. The temperature should be tested with the hand and regulated by manipulating the tap. If the temperature is right, the water is poured over the head.

  3. The hair must be soaked thoroughly with plenty of warm water before the shampoo is applied. A little of the cream or liquid shampoo is poured on to the palm, diluted with little water and worked into the hair and scalp. This dilution promotes easy spreading of the shampoo.

  4. Next comes the gentle rubbing and kneading with the tips of the fingers. Use both hands and apply firm, but not heavy pressure. When this has been done the hair is rinsed well and this is repeated if the hair is still oily.

  5. If the hair is very greasy a third round of shampooing may be necessary.

  6. The length and ends of the hair are squeezed to remove the surplus moisture. The client's head is lifted using the ends of the towel so that the moisture does not run on the client.

  7. The towel is wrapped neatly around and a dry towel is put over the customer's shoulders.

  8. Hair serum can be applied at the ends of the hair. Ensure that they have been squeezed dry before application.