From performing the elasticity test, how can you tell if the hair is in good condition?

From performing the elasticity test, how can you tell if the hair is in good condition?

• A. It completely or almost completely returns to the curl pattern
• B. It completely remains straight
• C. It breaks easily
• D. It becomes frizzy

Answer: (A)

Elasticity is about how well hair can stretch and spring back. In the elasticity test you gently pull a strand; healthy hair will stretch a bit but then return to its original curl pattern when you release. That complete or near-complete rebound is the sign of good condition. If the strand stays stretched, remains straight, or breaks easily, or frizzes after stretching, those are signs of damaged hair with reduced elasticity. So the best indicator of good condition is the hair returning to its curl pattern after you release.

Elasticity is about how well hair can stretch and spring back. In the elasticity test you gently pull a strand; healthy hair will stretch a bit but then return to its original curl pattern when you release. That complete or near-complete rebound is the sign of good condition. If the strand stays stretched, remains straight, or breaks easily, or frizzes after stretching, those are signs of damaged hair with reduced elasticity. So the best indicator of good condition is the hair returning to its curl pattern after you release.