Questions and Answers
What is bonding in the context of hair additions?
What does a braid consist of?
The crossing or weaving of three or more strands of hair.
A canvas block is the same as a wig block.
True
What is a cap wig?
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What is the main characteristic of a capless wig?
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What is a cascade in hair additions?
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What is a chignon?
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What is the purpose of a chin strap in wig application?
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What is a curl segment?
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What does a dart do in wig construction?
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What is a fall in hair additions?
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What are hair additions?
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What is the function of a hairpiece?
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What characterizes a hand-tied wig?
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What is an integration hairpiece?
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What is the purpose of a J and L ring?
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What is a liquid-dry shampoo used for?
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What defines a machine-made wig?
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What is the function of measuring tape in wig fitting?
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What is a semi-hand-tied wig?
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What is a switch in hair additions?
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What is a toupee?
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What does track and sew refer to?
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What are tucks in wig construction?
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What defines a wig?
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A wig cap holds the client's hair in place and helps the wig to stay in place.
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What is the function of wig pins?
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Study Notes
Hair Additions and Wigs Definitions
- Bonding: Attachment technique using adhesive to secure additional hair fiber to natural hair.
- Braid: Method involving the interweaving of three or more hair strands.
- Canvas Block: A head form covered with canvas used to support wigs during styling and maintenance.
- Cap Wig: Wigs featuring an elasticized mesh-fiber base that holds attached hair fibers.
- Capless Wig: Wigs constructed with rows of hair wefts sewn onto elastic strips; offer lightweight comfort.
Hairpieces and Additions
- Cascade: A hairpiece designed to add volume, featuring long hair fibers attached to a dome-shaped base.
- Chignon: A looped hair segment, typically bulky and secured on a wire base or cord, commonly referred to as a bun.
- Chin Strap: A component used to secure the wig in place during application.
- Curl Segment: Individual curly hair pieces forming a unique hairpiece.
- Dart: A technique used in wig construction to reduce width in the nape area.
Specialized Hair Products
- Fall: A hairpiece covering the crown, occipital, and nape areas of the head.
- Hair Additions: Loose hair fibers designed for attachment to existing hair for increased volume or length.
- Hairpiece: Specifically made items to cover designated hair areas.
- Hand-Tied Wig: Crafted by individually tying hair strands into a fine mesh base for a natural look.
- Integration Hairpiece: Features openings allowing the client's hair to blend through for a seamless style.
Wig Construction and Maintenance
- J and L Ring: A standardized color chart for wig manufacturers showcasing various hair colors.
- Liquid-Dry Shampoo: A cleansing product for wigs and hairpieces, useful for those unable to wash hair traditionally.
- Machine-Made Wig: Wigs created by sewing hair fibers into wefts and attaching them in a circular or crisscross pattern.
- Measuring Tape: Essential tool for accurately measuring head size to ensure proper wig fit.
- Semi-Hand-Tied Wig: A hybrid wig combining features of both machine-made and hand-tied designs.
Hair Addition Techniques
- Switch: Long braids or ponytails made from one to three hair swatches attached to a loop base.
- Toupee: A specialized hairpiece for men to conceal bald or thinning areas, particularly on the crown.
- Track and Sew: Technique using a braid as a support structure for sewing hair wefts into place.
- Tucks: Horizontal adjustments made to reduce the overall length of the wig from front to back.
- Wig: Comprehensive head covering designed to encase the entire head, made from human hair, animal hair, synthetic materials, or a combination.
Additional Accessories
- Wig Block: Another term for canvas block, used to hold wigs during styling or cleaning.
- Wig Cap: A foundation holding the client's natural hair in place, aiding wig stability.
- Wig Pins: Tools to secure wigs and hairpieces onto a canvas block for maintenance and design.
- Wiglet: A small hairpiece designed to enhance fullness at the crown, typically consisting of short fibers attached to a flat base.
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Description
This quiz covers key terms and definitions from Chapter 11 of cosmetology, focusing on wigs and hair additions. It includes essential vocabulary such as bonding, braid, and canvas block that are crucial for students in the field. Test your knowledge of these concepts to excel in your cosmetology studies.