: Shampoo and Conditioners

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• Hair and Beauty
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Caring for Hair: Shampoo and Conditioners

What do you already know about how shampoo and conditioner work on your hair?

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will understand hair structure, the main hair conditions, and how shampoo and conditioner affect hair and scalp.

The Structure of Hair

Human hair has three main layers: the cuticle, cortex, and medulla. Each one plays an important role in hair health.

 

 

Layers of Hair Explained

Cortex: Gives strength, colour, and texture. Medulla: The inner core, found in thicker hairs.

Cuticle

Cortex and Medulla

The outermost layer. Protects hair and adds shine.

What is the outermost layer of hair?

A

Inner core

B

Medulla

C

Cortex

D

Cuticle

What does the cortex provide to hair?

A

Protection and shine

B

Strength, colour, and texture

C

Moisture retention

D

Heat resistance

Three Main Hair Conditions

Hair can be:

• Oily

• Dandruff

• Normal

• Damaged.

These conditions affect what products and care are best for you.

What Does Shampoo Do?

Shampoo cleanses the hair and scalp by removing dirt, oil, and product build-up. It leaves hair feeling fresh.

What Does Conditioner Do?

Conditioner smooths and moisturises hair, making it easier to detangle and softer to touch.

It protects and repairs the hair cuticle by closing it .

Adds shine

What does conditioner do for hair?

A

Adds shine

B

Makes hair frizzy

C

Dries out hair

D

Smooths and moisturises hair

How does conditioner affect the hair cuticle?

A

Damages the cuticle

B

Repairs the cuticle

C

Closes the cuticle

D

Opens the cuticle

What is a benefit of using conditioner?

A

Makes hair heavier

B

Reduces shine

C

Softer to touch

D

Easier to detangle

What effect does conditioner have on hair shine?

A

Adds shine

B

Reduces shine

Summary and Key Points

Hair health depends on good cleansing and conditioning. Know your hair structure and type for the best care.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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