Alaska Barber Certification Practice Exam

In permanent waving, the processing time depends primarily on the hair's texture, elasticity, and what else?

1. Porosity

2. Color

3. Shade

4. Long length

The correct answer is: Porosity

When undergoing a permanent waving treatment, the processing time will largely vary depending on the hair's texture, elasticity, porosity, and length. While color and shade may be factors in selecting the appropriate perming solution, they are not major factors in determining the processing time. For instance, someone with naturally curly hair may not need as much processing time as someone with straight hair because the curls have a harder time retaining their shape and elasticity. Similarly, someone with porous hair may require a longer processing time to achieve the desired curls, compared to someone with less porous hair. Additionally, hair length only plays a minor role in the processing time as longer hair may require more products but not necessarily more processing time. Therefore, option A is the most important factor to consider when determining the processing time for permanent waving.