How might a barber assess the health of a client's hair?

Assessing the health of a client's hair through visual inspection and touch involves several important elements that provide a comprehensive understanding of the hair's condition. When a barber visually inspects the hair, they can identify issues such as brittleness, split ends, dryness, or excessive oiliness. Each of these visual cues gives insight into what might be affecting the hair's health, such as damage from heat styling, chemical treatments, or environmental factors.

Additionally, touching the hair allows the barber to assess its texture, elasticity, and overall feel. For example, healthy hair typically has a certain bounce and smoothness, while damaged hair may feel rough, stiff, or have an unusual texture. The combination of these sensory assessments provides a well-rounded evaluation of hair health, allowing the barber to recommend appropriate treatments or changes in routine.

Other options, such as relying solely on product labels, asking about recent product use, or comparing it to other clients' hair, do not provide a direct assessment of the individual client's hair health. Consulting product labels may inform about ingredients but does not assess the condition of the hair itself. Inquiries about product usage can provide context but do not replace the value of a physical evaluation. Comparing hair to that of other clients does not account for individual