PSI Cosmetology Practice Exam

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What is the term for an oily cream used to protect the skin and scalp during hair relaxing?

Oil treatment
Base cream
Heat protector
Moisturizer

The correct answer is: Base cream

The term for an oily cream used to protect the skin and scalp during hair relaxing is base cream. This product is specifically designed to create a barrier on the skin and scalp to prevent irritation and chemical burns that can result from the relaxer treatment. Base creams often contain ingredients that help to nourish and moisturize the skin while also providing a protective layer, ensuring that the hair relaxing process does not cause undue harm to the areas of application. While oil treatment can also provide moisture, it is generally used for hair health rather than for direct protection during chemical processes. Heat protectors are products aimed at safeguarding hair from thermal damage caused by styling tools like flat irons and curling wands, rather than being used during chemical treatments. Moisturizers are typically applied to hydrate the skin but are not specifically geared towards protecting the scalp and skin during hair relaxing procedures. Therefore, base cream is the most appropriate and accurate term for the protective oily cream used in this context.