Title: Apply first-time (virgin) lightener.
Course: Master Barber II (Three-year Program) (19002-II) > Section: Lightening and Coloring Hair

Application should include the following steps:

- Clean and sanitize implements and work area.
- Read manufacturer specifications.
- Apply lightener to 1/2 inch from scalp, up to but not including the last inch.
- Apply near the scalp ends with fresh lightener.
- Test for lightening action.
- Rinse lightener from hair with cool water.
- Shampoo hair with acid-balanced shampoo.
- Recondition hair.
- Towel dry hair.
- Reexamine the scalp and hair.
- Apply toner if necessary.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How is desired lightening tested?
- What is an acid-balanced shampoo, and why is it used?
- Why is reconditioning needed?
- What is the purpose of towel drying the hair?
- What is being looked for when reexamining the hair?
- What is toner, and when is it necessary to use it?
- What type of implements are used for a virgin lightener application?
- How are implements cleaned and sanitized?