Braiding & Braid Extensions Chapter 18

Questions and Answers

Historically, the first highly decorative braids were seen among _______ tribes.

African

Today, braids are as acceptable as any other hairstyle in most modern workplaces.

True

Braiding salons practice _____________ hairstyling.

natural

With proper care, a braided hair design can last up to ________ months.

three Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to avoid miscommunication and misunderstandings and ensure a happy ending to every natural styling service?

Giving thoroughly detailed consultations Signup and view all the answers

In addition to texture, the cosmetologist should consider what characteristics during hair analysis?

Density, condition, length, style determination, product recommendations, scalp health, porosity, elasticity Signup and view all the answers

Everyone has thinner, finer hair around the hairline.

True Signup and view all the answers

____________ involves overlapping two strands of hair to achieve a candy cane effect.

Twisting Signup and view all the answers

Sewing a weft of faux or natural hair into a cornrow braid is known as ___________.

weaving Signup and view all the answers

Some states have separate natural hairstyling licenses.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a boar-bristle brush?

Stimulating the scalp, removing dirt Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tools is excellent for design parting, sectioning large segments of hair, and opening and removing braids?

Tail comb Signup and view all the answers

What materials are needed for extensions?

Extension fibers, hackle, drawing board Signup and view all the answers

List some materials commonly used for hair extensions.

Human hair, kanekalon, nylon, rayon, yarn, lin, yak Signup and view all the answers

What are some pros of nylon and rayon synthetic?

Less expensive, leaves hair shiny, reflects light Signup and view all the answers

What are some cons of nylon and rayon synthetic?

Known to cut/break surrounding natural hair, repeated shampoos = less durable, may melt in heat Signup and view all the answers

Why should care be taken when purchasing yarn?

Some may appear jet black, but are green or blue tinted in natural light Signup and view all the answers

What is the beautiful wool fiber imported from Africa?

Lin Signup and view all the answers

What is the strong fiber that comes from the domestic ox?

Yak Signup and view all the answers

Straight, resistant hair is best braided lightly coated with __________________.

wax or pomade Signup and view all the answers

How long do cornrows last?

4-6 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Braiding and Extensions Key Concepts

Decorative braids have historical significance among African tribes.
Modern workplaces increasingly accept braids as a professional hairstyle.
Braiding salons specialize in natural hairstyling techniques.
With proper maintenance, braided hairstyles can last up to three months.
Detailed consultations help avoid miscommunication and ensure satisfaction in hairstyling services.

Hair Analysis Considerations

Key factors during hair analysis include:
- Density
- Condition
- Length
- Style preferences
- Product recommendations
- Scalp health
- Porosity
- Elasticity

Hair Characteristics

It is a common truth that most individuals have finer hair around the hairline.
Twisting is a technique where two hair strands are overlapped to create a spiraled effect.
Weaving involves sewing a weft of either artificial or natural hair into a cornrow braid.

Licensing and Tools

Certain states require separate natural hairstyling licenses.
Boar-bristle brushes are beneficial for stimulating the scalp and removing dirt.
A tail comb is an effective tool for parting hair, sectioning, and managing braids.

Extension Materials

Essential materials for hair extensions include:
- Extension fibers
- Hackle
- Drawing board
Common materials used for hair extensions consist of:
- Human hair
- Kanekalon
- Nylon
- Rayon
- Yarn
- Lin
- Yak

Synthetic Hair Pros and Cons

Pros of nylon and rayon synthetic fibers:
- Cost-effective
- Leaves a shiny finish
- Reflects light positively
Cons include:
- May damage natural hair
- Reduced durability from frequent shampoos
- Can melt in high heat conditions

Yarn Considerations

Caution is advised when purchasing yarn as some may appear jet black but could be green or blue in natural light.

Fiber Specifics

Lin is a beautiful wool fiber imported from Africa, prized for its quality.
Yak fibers are robust and sourced from domestic oxen, used in hair extensions.

Maintenance Durations

Cornrow hairstyles typically last between four to six weeks with appropriate care.

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