Questions and Answers
A barber should consider the client's ______ before beginning the shave.
hair growth pattern
A client should not be shaved if he ________.
has a skin infection in the beard area
Which type of facial hair requires special care because if not shaved correctly it may cause ingrown hairs?
curly
The _______ determines the razor positions and strokes that need to be used to shave with the grain of the hair during the service.
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A client may be dissatisfied with a shave for reasons EXCEPT:
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In ____________, barbers may be required to use protective gloves while shaving a client.
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Extra steam towels may be required when shaving a ______.
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Each area of the face is shaved systematically and ________.
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What is the description for the first area of the face to be shaved for a right-handed barber?
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The second shaving area of the face, from the angle of the mouth toward the point of chin, is shaved with a ______ stroke.
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The 6th shaving area of the face for a LEFT-HANDED BARBER, from the center of the lip to the corner of the right side of the mouth, is shaved with a ______ stroke.
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The ____ shaving area of the face for a RIGHT-HANDED BARBER, from left side of neck to the grain change, is shaved with a reverse-freehand stroke.
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The _____ shaving area for a RIGHT-HANDED barber, from across the chin from left to right, is shaved with a freehand stroke.
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The area under the chin to the grain change is shaved with a ________ stroke for a RIGHT-HANDED barber.
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Beneath the lower lip is shaved with a ____ stroke for a LEFT-HANDED barber.
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Which term describes the correct angle of cutting with a razor?
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The _____ stroke is a gliding stroke away from you.
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The _______ stroke is a gliding stroke towards you.
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An ________ is the reverse-freehand stroke.
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The reverse-backhand stroke is used by a RIGHT-HANDED barber for making the ___________.
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A once-over shave involves only shaving _______.
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__________ shaving is the practice of shaving the beard against the grain during the second time over phase of the shave.
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A ______ shave involves the neckline on both sides of the neck behind the ears and across the nape if desired or not necessary.
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Which are the primary digits for stretching the skin?
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How long should your strokes be avoided too far from the stretching point?
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The size of your client's mustache should correspond with the size of their _________.
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For a client with a long, narrow face you should suggest a ___________ mustache.
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To minimize daily maintenance of a beard design, you should ________.
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Keep your fingers dry when shaving your client to ______ the skin during the shave services.
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Where should you discard used razor blades?
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After you have properly draped the client and they are in the correct position for the shave, ______.
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Use the cushions of the fingertips to _______.
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Study Notes
Hair Growth and Skin Safety
- Consider the hair growth pattern before beginning a shave to ensure a smooth result.
- Do not shave clients with skin infections in the beard area to avoid complications.
Facial Hair Characteristics
- Curly facial hair needs special care to prevent ingrown hairs if not shaved properly.
Shaving Techniques
- The direction of hair growth determines the positioning and stroke techniques used during shaving.
- Extra steam towels may be necessary for clients with heavy beards.
- Systematic shaving of each face area is essential for an organized approach.
Shaving Areas Specifics
- For a right-handed barber, the first shave area starts from the right sideburn towards the jawbone and mouth.
- The second shave area is completed with a backhand stroke from the angle of the mouth to the chin's point.
- The sixth area for a left-handed barber includes a backhand stroke from the lip center to the right mouth corner.
- The tenth area involves a reverse-freehand stroke along the left neck to the grain change.
- The eleventh area is shaved with a freehand stroke across the chin from left to right.
- Downward strokes are used under the chin for right-handed barbers, while left-handed barbers use a reverse freehand stroke under the lower lip.
Shaving Techniques Terminology
- A "cutting stroke" defines the correct angle for razor cutting.
- The backhand stroke glides away from the barber, while the freehand stroke glides toward them.
- A reverse-freehand stroke is characterized as moving upward in a semi-arc towards the barber.
- The reverse-backhand stroke is used by right-handed barbers for outlining the left sideburn.
Shaving Approaches
- A once-over shave refers to shaving across the grain only once.
- Close shaving involves shaving against the grain on the second pass.
- A neck shave includes grooming behind the ears and across the nape if necessary.
Skin Management
- Fingers, specifically the thumb and second finger, are primary for stretching the skin during shaving.
- Strokes should extend 1 to 3 inches to avoid straining the skin.
Facial Hair Design
- The mustache size should correspond with facial features for a balanced look.
- A long, narrow face suits a narrow to medium mustache style.
- To reduce daily beard maintenance, work with the natural hairline.
Safety and Equipment
- To keep the skin taut while shaving, ensure fingers remain dry.
- Used razor blades must be disposed of in a sharps container.
- Always lock the chair after positioning and draping the client for safe shaving.
- Stretch the skin in the opposite direction of the razor stroke for effective shaving results.
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