Which of the following is a contraindication to perming due to prior chemical processing?

• A. Abrasions
• B. Fine Texture
• C. Elasticity
• D. Density

Answer: (A)

Perming uses chemical solutions that break and then reform the bonds in the hair, so the scalp must be healthy and intact to tolerate the process. Abrasions mean there is damaged skin on the scalp, which can be severely irritated or burned by perm solutions and can become infected or heal poorly. When there’s prior chemical processing, the scalp can be more sensitive or already compromised, making the risk even greater. So the presence of abrasions signals a contraindication to perming because the skin isn’t in a safe condition to withstand chemical exposure. The other factors—fine texture, elasticity, and density—describe hair characteristics but do not by themselves indicate a compromised scalp or heightened risk from prior chemical processing.