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DESCRIPTION OF THE HAIRSTYLIST TRADE
Hairstylists shampoo, cut, style and chemically treat hair. In some jurisdictions, hairstylists may also provide services such as scalp treatments, hair addition applications, and barbering techniques. To be a successful hairstylist, one must incorporate technical and interpersonal skills. Continuous personal and professional development and client retention are crucial for long-term success. Hairstylists may recommend styles based on trends, clients’ physical features, and lifestyle. Critical thinking, questioning, and listening skills are important to serve their clientele. Depending on the workplace and jurisdiction, recommending and selling hair and skin products may be done by the hairstylist.
Percentage of questions for each block of the trade
| Titles of blocks | Percentage (%) of questions on exam* |
| A- Performs common occupational skills | 14 questions |
| B- Performs hair and scalp care | 11 questions |
| C- Cuts hair | 24 questions |
| D- Styles hair | 16 questions |
| E- Performs chemical texture services on hair | 17 questions |
| F- Alters hair colour | 25 questions |
| G- Performs specialized services | 6 questions |
| H- Performs salon operations | 7 questions |
| Total Questions on the Red Seal | 120 questions |
Sample Hairstylist Red Seal Exam Practice Questions
This section covers:
1. Why is it emphasized to ensure that the cape does not touch the client's skin during draping?
To create a fashionable look
To keep the client cool
To avoid causing discomfort to the client
To make the service process faster
To create a fashionable look
To keep the client cool
To avoid causing discomfort to the client
To make the service process faster
Ans. C. To avoid causing discomfort to the client.
2. Why is careful draping considered important?
It enhances the salon's aesthetic appeal
It demonstrates professionalism
It speeds up the service process
It shows consideration for the client's comfort
2. Why is careful draping considered important?
It enhances the salon's aesthetic appeal
It demonstrates professionalism
It speeds up the service process
It shows consideration for the client's comfort
Ans. D. It shows consideration for the client's comfort.
3. What is the recommended order for placing draping materials on the client?
Cape, towel, towel
Towel, cape, towel
Towel, towel, cape
Cape, cape, towel
3. What is the recommended order for placing draping materials on the client?
Cape, towel, towel
Towel, cape, towel
Towel, towel, cape
Cape, cape, towel
Ans. B. Towel, cape, towel.
4. What is the primary purpose of the neck strip during draping?
Decoration
Warmth
Preventing skin contact with the cape
Providing neck support
4. What is the primary purpose of the neck strip during draping?
Decoration
Warmth
Preventing skin contact with the cape
Providing neck support
Ans. C. Preventing skin contact with the cape.
5. Why did the client change into a gown and use a waterproof shampoo cape?
To enhance the client's appearance
To save on laundry costs
To protect the client's clothing from water and chemicals
To create a spa-like experience
5. Why did the client change into a gown and use a waterproof shampoo cape?
To enhance the client's appearance
To save on laundry costs
To protect the client's clothing from water and chemicals
To create a spa-like experience
Ans. C. To protect the client's clothing from water and chemicals.
6. Before starting a service to protect the client's clothing and accessories?
Apply a fabric protector spray
Have the client remove earrings, necklaces, and any other jewelry or adornment
Use disposable draping materials
Keep the accessories on the client
6. Before starting a service to protect the client's clothing and accessories?
Apply a fabric protector spray
Have the client remove earrings, necklaces, and any other jewelry or adornment
Use disposable draping materials
Keep the accessories on the client
Ans. B. Have the client remove earrings, necklaces, and any other jewelry or adornment.
7. what is the recommended action if a client's scalp is irritated during a shampoo?
Apply more pressure while brushing
Brush the hair gently to stimulate the scalp
Never brush the client's hair if the scalp is irritated
Brush the hair vigorously to remove irritants
7. what is the recommended action if a client's scalp is irritated during a shampoo?
Apply more pressure while brushing
Brush the hair gently to stimulate the scalp
Never brush the client's hair if the scalp is irritated
Brush the hair vigorously to remove irritants
Ans. C. Never brush the client's hair if the scalp is irritated.
8. What is the importance of monitoring water temperature?
To conserve water
To ensure the shampoo is effective
To prevent the client from getting wet
To avoid discomfort for the client
8. What is the importance of monitoring water temperature?
To conserve water
To ensure the shampoo is effective
To prevent the client from getting wet
To avoid discomfort for the client
Ans. D. To avoid discomfort for the client.
9. how should the stylist position their hands while shampooing to support the client's head?
Both hands on the client's shoulders
Left hand on the client's scalp, right hand on the neck
Support the client’s head in the left hand while manipulating the scalp with the right
Use both hands to manipulate the client's scalp
9. how should the stylist position their hands while shampooing to support the client's head?
Both hands on the client's shoulders
Left hand on the client's scalp, right hand on the neck
Support the client’s head in the left hand while manipulating the scalp with the right
Use both hands to manipulate the client's scalp
Ans. C. Support the client’s head in the left hand while manipulating the scalp with the right.
10. What is the recommended technique for preparing the hair for rinsing?
Comb the hair to create tangles
Apply additional shampoo
Allow the hair to air-dry
Squeeze the hair to remove excess lather
10. What is the recommended technique for preparing the hair for rinsing?
Comb the hair to create tangles
Apply additional shampoo
Allow the hair to air-dry
Squeeze the hair to remove excess lather
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