Hair Care and Haircutting Techniques

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When employing the 'clipper over comb' technique, in which direction should the clippers be moved?

  • Up and down across top side of the comb
  • Up and down across the underside of the comb
  • Sideways across underside of the comb
  • Sideways across top of the comb (correct)

A stylist pauses momentarily during a haircut. What's the recommended way to secure the shears?

  • Palm them, open, facing the stylist
  • Closed, on your station
  • Palm them, closed, facing the stylist (correct)
  • Palm them, closed, facing the client

What is the primary purpose of using thinning shears?

  • Remove excess length
  • Create high fashion looks
  • Remove excess bulk (correct)
  • Create feathered layers

If 'single-notched' shears are utilized, what outcome can be expected?

<p>Remove less hair than double-notched (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect will the use of 'double-notched' shears have on the hair?

<p>Remove more hair than double-notched (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what angle/degree is a uniform layered cut (same length throughout) typically achieved?

<p>90 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A haircut performed at a 0-degree angle is commonly referred to by all the following terms, EXCEPT:

<p>Wedge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the options accurately describes the technique known as slithering / effilating?

<p>Both Thinning the hair and Opening &amp; partially closing shears up &amp; down the hair shaft (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the accurate technical or medical term that corresponds to the palm of your hand.

<p>Metacarpus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many bones are present in the metacarpus?

<p>5 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Select the option that correctly identifies the body's largest artery.

<p>Aorta (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Specify the number of bones found in the wrist or carpus.

<p>8 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What area does a 'fringe,' commonly known as 'bangs,' typically cover?

<p>Outer corner of the eyes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before commencing a haircut using electric clippers, what condition should the hair be in?

<p>Dry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During a permanent wave or chemical hair relaxing procedure, what type of product serves as a neutralizer?

<p>Acid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes bacteria that are round or circular, and may appear singular or in groups?

<p>Cocci (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A haircut is executed with a 180-degree angle. What will be the resulting lengths of the hair?

<p>Shorter interior, longer exterior (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Tapering is known by several different terms. Which of the following is NOT a synonym for tapering?

<p>Blunt (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

While shampooing a client, how should the shampoo cape be positioned?

<p>Over the chair (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For which skin type are facial scrubs NOT recommended or are considered 'contra-indicated'?

<p>Acneic (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe a rubbing motion performed with the palms of the hands or fingertips?

<p>Friction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is often referred to as the 'Foundation of Hairstyling'?

<p>Finger Waving (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following implements will remove the greatest amount of hair in a single pass?

<p>Razor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate pH of a permanent wave neutralizer?

<p>3 - 5 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the substance from the list that would likely require melting before it could be used.

<p>Wax (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When lifting a client's hair from Level 3 to Level 6, which warm pigment is exposed, and which toner will create a neutral result?

<p>Orange / Blue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a client's hair is lightened from Level 5 to Level 9, what underlying warm pigment is exposed, and which toner is needed to achieve a neutral result?

<p>Yellow / Violet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After lightening a client's hair from Level 5 to Level 9, a blue-based toner is applied. What is the likely result?

<p>Green (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario will the 'scissors over comb' technique result in less scalp visibility and longer hair?

<p>Less scalp visibility / longer hair (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'silking' refer to in the context of hair care?

<p>Relaxing the hair with heat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate pH of an ammonium thioglycolate solution?

<p>8.2 - 9.6 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of scalp hair is typically in the anagen phase at any given time?

<p>Anagen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At any given time, what approximate percentage of scalp hair is in the telogen phase?

<p>Telogen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can vellus hair be distinguished from lanugo hair, despite their similarities?

<p>Vellus hair has no pigment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What curl pattern is created by a row of pin curls going in one direction beside a row going in the opposite direction?

<p>Skip Waves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the hair that is primarily focused on during cutting generally referred to?

<p>Terminal hair (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cutting hair on an 'Angle' is also known as cutting how?

<p>On a Bias (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A haircut with a 180-degree angle will result in what distribution of hair lengths?

<p>Shorter lengths in the interior, and longer lengths on the exterior. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a synonym for the technique of tapering?

<p>Blunt (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Facial scrubs are least recommended, or 'contra-indicated,' for which of the following skin types?

<p>Acneic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does effleurage have on the client?

<p>Relaxing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In lightening hair from a Level 3 to a Level 6, which warm pigment is exposed, and which toner is needed to create a neutral result?

<p>Orange / Blue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In lightening hair from Level 5 to Level 9, which warm pigment is exposed, and which toner will create a neutral result?

<p>Yellow / Violet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After lightening hair from Level 5 to Level 9, what is the likely result of applying a blue-based toner?

<p>Green (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely outcome of holding the comb flat to the head when using the 'scissors over comb' technique?

<p>Less scalp visibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What hair relaxing method is 'silking' most synonymous with?

<p>Relaxing the hair with heat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes vellus hair?

<p>Vellus hair lacks pigment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The hair that is primarily focused on during cutting is:

<p>Terminal hair (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cutting hair on an 'Angle' is:

<p>On a Bias (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What design line creates visual weight and/or density in a haircut?

<p>Horizontal lines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Lanugo hair different from Vellus hair?

<p>Lanugo hair has pigment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary distinction between vellus and lanugo hair is:

<p>Lanugo hair has pigment, Vellus does not (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can be achieved using the 'shears over comb' technique?

<p>Layering the nape very close to the skin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of haircut can disguise a prominent jaw line?

<p>Chin length BOB (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When clipper cutting hair, the clippers should be manipulated:

<p>In the same position as the comb (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The widest portion of the head, sometimes referred to as the 'crest area' is also know as the:

<p>Parietal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term used to describe haircutting involves the angle at which the fingers are held?

<p>Cutting line (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, which element does 'elevation' primarily contribute to creating?

<p>Graduation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A stylist cuts a BOB, Blunt Cut, or Solid Form, what hand position is MOST common?

<p>Palm Down (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are the MOST commonly used elevations in haircutting?

<p>45 degree and 90 degree (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a hair cutting angle below 90 degrees do?

<p>Build weight (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are angles above 90 degrees used?

<p>Remove weight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate pH of a cold wave solution?

<p>8.2 - 9.6 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of cut is the 'Blunt Cut' considered to be?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, what is the anatomical area above the parietal / crest called?

<p>Interior (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a haircut, what is the exception when using vertical lines?

<p>Add weight (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception for using diagonal lines when providing a hair cut?

<p>Direct the eye from side to side (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is beveling used for?

<p>Fullness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are not true about guidelines?

<p>Synonymous with cutting lines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An unintended consequence of using horizontal lines in hair cutting is:

<p>Remove weight (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Client wants longer layers, what angles / degrees would you use?

<p>A combination of 45 and 90 degrees (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For which of the following hair types would maximum tension be MOST appropriate during cutting?

<p>Very straight hair (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When performing effleurage, what is the MAIN intended effect on the client?

<p>Increased circulation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the PRIMARY function of sudoriferous glands?

<p>To regulate body temperature (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What hair characteristic is MOST affected by the diameter of the hair shaft?

<p>Texture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hair type is typically unpigmented, fine, and found covering much of the body?

<p>Vellus hair (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a hair is lacking a medulla, how would this affect the hair's diameter?

<p>Decrease the diameter (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technical term refers to the study of hair?

<p>Trichology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes the function of the arrector pili muscle?

<p>Elevates the hair follicle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a client has a small, pus-filled abscess, which of the following is MOST likely the correct terminology for this condition?

<p>Furuncle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms BEST describes a congenital defect characterized by a total lack of melanin?

<p>Albinism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Leukoderma is BEST described as which of the following skin conditions?

<p>White patches on the skin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately how much can wet hair be stretched before damage occurs?

<p>40-50% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes hair to stand up when a person experiences sudden anger, fear, or cold?

<p>Elevation of the hair follicle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term BEST describes hair that is soft, fine, and broken, often appearing 'beaded'?

<p>Monilethrix (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Predisposition test' refer to in the context of hair and skin services?

<p>A test for allergic reactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pityriasis capitis is MOST closely associated with which of the following conditions?

<p>Dandruff (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following hair removal techniques produces results most similar to waxing?

<p>Sugaring (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When performing a waxing service, what is the OPTIMAL length for the hair to achieve the BEST results?

<p>1/2 - 1/2 inch (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bone forms the posterior (back) of the skull?

<p>Occipital (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate average daily hair loss considered normal?

<p>50-75 hairs per day (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the function of the medulla?

<p>Has no known function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the papilla of the hair is destroyed, which event is MOST likely to occur?

<p>Hair will never grow again (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is responsible for approving the efficacy of products used for infection control?

<p>EPA (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a hair-cutting, what does the word "Density" refer to?

<p>The number of hairs on a persons head (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the chemical action take place during chemical procedures?

<p>Cortex (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which 2 layers of the hair are responsible for the hair's diameter:

<p>Medulla &amp; Cortex (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acid permanent waves should be wrapped with:

<p>With firm tension (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where would the papilla be found?

<p>A tiiny cup-shaped pit buried with the fatty layer of the scalp (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lanugo hair does not have what?

<p>Pigment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What controls "goose bumps"?

<p>Arrector Pili (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is an effect of Galvanic Current:

<p>Penetrates specific creams/solutions into the skin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a true for the "hair bulb":

<p>Determines shape of hair shaft (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In hair cutting, horizontal lines are generally used for:

<p>To create weight (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All permanent chemical changes to the hair occur / reside in the:

<p>Cortex (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many "parts / layers" exist in the hair shaft?

<p>3 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In skin care, if the client is unable to sweat, that is called:

<p>Inability to sweat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In skin care, a "stimulating, brisk shaking movement" (done with finger tips) is known as:

<p>Vibration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the angle/degree at which a uniform layered haircut (same length throughout) is typically achieved?

<p>90 degrees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lengths result from a haircut performed with a 180-degree angle?

<p>Shorter interior, longer exterior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the MOST accurate description of the placement of a shampoo cape when shampooing a client?

<p>Over the chair (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST likely outcome of applying a blue-based toner after lightening a client's hair from Level 5 to Level 9?

<p>Green (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST likely outcome of applying blue-based toner to Level 9 hair?

<p>Green (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately what percentage of scalp hair is in the anagen phase at any given time?

<p>90% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes lanugo and vellus hair?

<p>Lanugo hair contains pigment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compared to Vellus hair, Lanugo hair:

<p>has pigment. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following design lines will add weight and/or density in a haircut?

<p>Horizontal lines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When clipper cutting hair, the clippers should be held how the comb is?

<p>In the same position as (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, what is the MOST accurate term for the angle at which the fingers create the line?

<p>Cutting line (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, 'elevation' primarily creates what?

<p>Graduation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technique is most appropriate to create fullness by tapering the ends of someone's hair?

<p>Beveling (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT something that vertical lines will do in a haircut?

<p>Add weight (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes the intention of using horizontal lines in hair cutting?

<p>Building weight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a client requesting longer layers, what combination of angles or degrees is MOST appropriate?

<p>A combination of 45 and 90 degrees (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a graduated or layered haircut, what degree of elevation is MOST commonly used?

<p>45 degrees (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is MOST important when cutting very straight?

<p>Maximum tension (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sensations are designed to occur when performing effleurage movements during a service?

<p>Relaxing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper term for the inability to sweat?

<p>Inability to sweat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A stimulating, brisk shaking movement applied with the fingertips is MOST accurately called:

<p>Vibration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of sunlight is comprised of Visible light?

<p>Approximately 12% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST accurate term for "foul smelling sweat?

<p>Bromhidrosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper name for "the skin?

<p>Derma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

This layer of the skin creates softness and suppleness:

<p>Subcutaneous / Adipose (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

This layer of the skin is the thinnest:

<p>Eyelids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the BEST term for "White patches on the skin?

<p>Leukoderma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What portion of the body is frequently called "the Adam's Apple?

<p>Hyoid (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the protein that makes up skin, hair, and nails?

<p>Keratin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A congenital defect such as Albinism is BEST defined as stemming from:

<p>being born with. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Technical term for a "boil?

<p>Furuncle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Electrolysis is:

<p>a permanent hair removal technique. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Medical name for Dandruff?

<p>Pityriasis Capitis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is responsible for maintaining body / skin temperature ?

<p>Sudoriferous Glands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Exfoliating creams have a pH of:

<p>Alkaline (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All exfoliation techniques are geared towards:

<p>Remove skin tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the medulla?

<p>Has no known function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dry hair is typically capable of being safely stretched this far:

<p>20% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical angle/degree used to achieve a uniform layered haircut, where the length is consistent throughout?

<p>90 degrees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Slithering, also known as effilating, reduces bulk by employing what technique?

<p>Both thinning the hair and using shears on the hair shaft (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which artery is the largest in the human body?

<p>Aorta (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is generally covered by the area known as 'fringe' or 'bangs'?

<p>Outer corner of the eyes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a neutralizer in chemical hair services like permanent waves or relaxers?

<p>Acid (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A haircut is executed using a 180-degree angle. What is the resulting hair length distribution?

<p>Shorter interior, longer exterior (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which massage movement involves a rubbing motion using palms or fingertips?

<p>Friction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tool generally removes the greatest amount of hair in a single pass?

<p>Regular Shears (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When lightening hair from Level 3 to Level 6, what underlying warm pigment is exposed, and which toner is needed to create a neutral result?

<p>Orange / Blue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a client's hair has been lightened from Level 5 to Level 9, what is the resulting warm pigment tone, and which toner will neutralize it?

<p>Yellow / Violet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following a lightening service from Level 5 to Level 9, a blue-based toner is applied. What is the likely color outcome on the hair?

<p>Green (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of holding the comb flat against the head when using the 'scissors over comb' technique?

<p>Less scalp visibility / longer hair (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hair relaxing method is most synonymous with the term 'silking'?

<p>Relaxing the hair with heat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cutting at an angle is synonymous with which cutting technique?

<p>On a Bias (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which design line will add weight and/or density in a haircut?

<p>Horizontal lines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When clipper cutting hair, what is the relationship between the clippers and the comb?

<p>In the same position as the comb (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, the angle at which the fingers are held during a haircut is also called the:

<p>Cutting line (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, what is the primary effect of elevation?

<p>Graduation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An angle below 90 degrees builds weight, but is also known as a:

<p>A graduation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, what is the anatomical reference for the area above the parietal / crest?

<p>Interior (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary exception when using vertical lines in a haircut?

<p>Add weight (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST common angle observed for a graduated or layered haircut?

<p>45 degrees (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is MOST important when cutting very straight hair?

<p>Maximum tension (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The effect of performing effleurage movements would be:

<p>Relaxing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The technical term for an inability or severely limited ability to sweat is:

<p>Inability to sweat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately what percentage of sunlight is comprised of white light?

<p>Visible light (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bromhidrosis is BEST described as:

<p>Foul smelling sweat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific word that relates to the skin??

<p>Derma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The fatty layer of the skin, found just below the dermis, has what affect?

<p>Subcutaneous / Adipose (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The skin of the body where is the "thinnest"?

<p>Eyelids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Albinism is congenital, but its MOST accurate description stems from:

<p>Albinism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Latin word or name MOST often associated with a small, pus filled abscess is MOST accurately called a:

<p>Boil (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Leukoderma can be noticed because it effects?

<p>White patches on the skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where on the body is the Hyoid bone?

<p>Hyoid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the protein our body uses to create skin, hair, nails?

<p>Keratin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome regarding hair length when performing a haircut with a 180-degree angle?

<p>Shorter on the interior, longer on the exterior. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What skin condition makes facial scrubs least advisable or 'contraindicated'?

<p>Acneic Skin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What underlying warm pigment is exposed when hair is lightened from Level 3 to Level 6, and which toner will create a neutral result?

<p>Orange / Blue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What warm pigment is exposed when hair is lightened from Level 5 to Level 9, and which toner will create a neutral result?

<p>Yellow / Violet (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would likely result from applying a blue-based toner after lightening hair from Level 5 to Level 9?

<p>Greenish tones. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST likely result of applying a blue-based toner to hair that has been lightened to a Level 9?

<p>A green tone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST accurate way to describe describing the difference between vellus and lanugo hair?

<p>Lanugo hair is pigmented, while vellus hair has no pigment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'cutting line' in the context of performing a haircut?

<p>Cutting line (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST common degree of elevation used in haircutting to achieve graduation?

<p>45 degrees (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name for the area of the head that sits interior of the parietal ridge?

<p>Interior (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of beveling as a haircutting technique?

<p>Creates fullness at the ends via a slight taper (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST important aspect of cutting very straight hair?

<p>Maximum tension (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes the intended effect of effleurage movements?

<p>Relaxing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the term for an inability to sweat?

<p>Inability to Sweat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the BEST term and or description of foul-smelling sweat?

<p>Bromhidrosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific / medical term that refers to "the skin?"

<p>Derma (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does the fatty layer of the skin, also known as subcutaneous, have on the body?

<p>Creates skin suppleness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the thinnest skin located?

<p>Eyelids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST accurate description of Albinism?

<p>Skin is unable to produce Melanin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST accurate name for a small, pus filled abscess?

<p>Boil (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What skin condition does Leukoderma effect?

<p>White Patches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where on the human body is the Hyoid bone located?

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What is the name of the protein that contributes to the makeup of skin, hair, and nails?

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What length should the hair be for performing a waxing successfully?

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What daily amount of hair loss is considered normal for a client?

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Approximately what percentage of an individual's hair can be stretched before damage occurs??

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When does the contraction of arrector pili occur?

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Which agency approves the use of products used for infection control??

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Which of the following has no known function?

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During which stage of the hair, will the hair have its most prominent growth?

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Which of the following can a comedone extractor assist in?

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Trichology is the study of...

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If the papilla/dermal papilla is destroyed, what is likely to happen?

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In a haircut, what is the purpose of vertical lines?

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What is MOST accurate regarding the role of a hair's medulla?

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Which two layers are directly responsible for the overall hair's diameter??

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Flashcards

Clippers over comb: Clippers move?

The direction of clippers in the "clipper over comb" technique.

Handling shears: Best practice?

The best practice for temporarily setting down shears while cutting hair.

Thinning shears Function?

Used to remove bulk, creating texture without significantly shortening hair length.

Single-notched shears effect?

Shears that remove more hair than double-notched shears.

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Double-notched shears effect?

Shears that remove less hair than single-notched shears.

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Uniform layered cut: Angle?

A haircut at a 90-degree angle, resulting in consistent length throughout.

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Haircut using a 0 degree angle: Except?

All of the following, excluding the wedge cut.

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Slithering / effilating

Reducing bulk by point cutting or thinning the hair with shears.

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Palm of your hand term?

The technical or medical term for the palm of your hand.

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Bones in the metacarpus?

Bones of the metacarpus (palm).

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Largest artery?

Largest artery in the body.

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Bones in the wrist?

Bones in the wrist / carpus.

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"Fringe" area covered from?

Outer corner of the eyes.

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Clippers on wet or dry hair?

For the best cut, the hair should be in this state.

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Neutralizer is a..?

Neutralizes alkalinity after chemical services.

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Shape of Cocci?

Round bacteria either alone or in clusters.

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Haircut using a 180 angle.

Shorter interior, longer exterior.

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Which of the following isn't a tapering name?

All of the below are a tapering name except?

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How should you position a shampoo cape?

The proper method to place shampoo cape.

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Facial scrubs are contraindicated for..?

Skin type that are easily damaged.

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Used palms/fingertips in a rubbing motion..?

Rubbing with palms/fingertips.

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referred to as the foundation of hairstyling?

Referred to as, The "Foundation of Hairstyling".

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Greatest amount of hair removal?

Which of the following will remove the greatest amount of hair?

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Permanent wave neutralizer's approximate pH?

Acidic. Approximate pH of permanent wave neutralizer.

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Should be melted before using?

Often wax is in this consistency and will need to be changed before application.

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What underlying pigment and correct?

Skin or hair shows a red or yellow or light pigment.

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What color underlying pigament and?

The hair is on the yellow side.

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If you apply Blue toner, the result is?

A hair that is then toned with a blue toner will be what color result.

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Scissor over comb result?

Holding the scissors comb flat will increase the hairs length.

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Relaxes hair with heat..?

Refers to relaxing the hair with heat.

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Silking

Relaxing the hair with a Guanidine relaxer.

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Ammonium thioglycolate pH

The approximate pH of an ammonium thioglycolate solution.

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Anagen Phase

Anagen is the active growth phase of hair follicles.

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Telogen Phase

A period when about 10% of scalp hair stops growing.

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Vellus Hair

Vellus hair lacks pigment, unlike lanugo hair.

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Skip Waves

Waves that alternate direction.

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Terminal Hair

Hair that we are primarily concerned with cutting.

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On a Bias

A haircut cut on an 'angle'.

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Horizontal Lines

These create length and follow the curve of the head.

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Lanugo Hair

Hair that is longer, Lanugo does not have pigment.

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Shears Over Comb

Layering the nape very close to the skin.

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Chin Length BOB

Covers large jaw; draws attention away from the area.

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Clipper Relation to Comb

Clippers should be in the same spot to the comb.

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Parietal Ridge

The widest portion of the head.

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Line

The angle at which the fingers are held during a hair cut.

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Elevation

Graduation.

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Palm Down

A cutting position where the stylist's palms face downward.

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Haircutting Elevation

45 degree and 90 degree.

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90 degree

Build weight.

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Above 90 degrees.

Remove weight.

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Cold wave pH

3 - 5 is the proper approximate pH of a cold wave.

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Solid Form

A blunt cut is all of the following.

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Area Above Parietal.

In hair cutting, interior indicates that it is the area above the parietal / crest.

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Haircutting.

Area below parietal / crest.

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Vertical Lines

Remove Weight.

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Diagonal Lines

Direct the eye from side to side..

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Beveling

Fullness created by cutting the ends at a slight taper.

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Guidelines

Synonymous with cutting lines.

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Horizontal Lines

Removal of weight.

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Longer Layers

A combination of 45 and 90 degrees.

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Elevation

45 degrees.

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Layers In Hair.

Combination of 45 and 90 degrees.

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Movement & Volume.

180 degrees.

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Over direction

All of the above.

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Cross Checking

Checking hair against the cut direction.

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Sudoriferous Glands

Maintains internal body temperature.

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Integumentary System

The skin and its appendages, and accessory organs..

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Sebaceous & sudoriferous glands

Waterproof, cushion, excrete waste, and regulate temperature.

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Exfoliating Creams

Usually have a pH in alkaline range.

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pH Range of Skin

4.5 - 5.5

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Exfoliation Techniques

Remove skin tissue

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Cosmetic Regulation Agency

FDA

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Infection Control Agency

EPA

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Workplace Safety Agency

OSHA

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Disinfectant Approval Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

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Medulla

Has no Known function

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Papilla Destroyed?

Hair will never grow again

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Wet Hair Stretch Safely

40 - 50%

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Dry hair can stretch?

20%

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Baldness

Alopecia

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Baldness in Patches

Alopecia areata

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Permanent Change Layer

Cortex

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What layer?

Cortex

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Hair Elasticity

Tensile

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Amphoteric

As an acid or an alkaline

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Reacts as?

Amphoteric

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Hair Growth Pattern

Follicle

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Baldness on the entire body?

Alopecia universalis

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The study of hair?

Tricology

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Porosity

Amount of moisture absorbed.

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The hairs Strength?

Tensile

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Porosity

The amount of moisture it can absorb.

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Tensile

Elasticity / strength

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Leucocytes

White blood cells

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Barba

The hair of the bead

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Defining a beard?

Barba

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Capilli

Scalp hair

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Any hair disease

Trichosis

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"Clipper Over Comb" Clipers Direction??

Move sideways across top of the comb.

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Definition of a Uniform layered cut.

To cut the hair evenly throughout the head at a 90 degree angle.

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Effilating Defined

Applies to techniques of decreasing bulk by point cutting or thinning the hair.

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Area fringe covers?

Outer corner of the eyes.

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Hair for clippers: Wet or dry?

The hair should be dry when cutting with clippers.

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The Neutralizer?

Acid.

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Cocci Definition

Rounded bacterial cells which may appear singular or in groups.

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180 Degree Angle

Shorter interior, longer exterior.

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Fringe area covers?

Outer corner of the eyes.

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Contradicted Facial Scrubs?

Skin types that are easily damaged, or irritated.

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Palms/fingertips

A massage movement that uses a rubbing motion.

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Amount of Hair (Removal)?

Regular Shears.

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What is permanent Wave?

Range of a hair product that is an acid pH.

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Underlying Pigment

Hair shows a yellow or light pigment.

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Silking Defined

The act of relaxing the hair with heat.

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What is Anagen.

Anagen is the active growth phase of hair follicles.

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Termination?

Hair that we are primarily concerned with cutting.

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Hair Cut?

When hair cut on an angle.

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What color is the hair?

Lanugo does have pigment.

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Which layer?

Cuticle

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Aka?

Hair can either be an acid or alkaline.

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Study of Hair

Density

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What's a beard?

Barba

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Term.

Capilli

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Permanent wave neutralizer pH?

Approximate pH of a permanent wave neutralizer

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What is skin pigment?

Skin or hair shows a red or yellow color.

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When toning your hair the correct?

A hair that is then toned with a blue toner will be what color result.

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Does "Scissor-Over-Comb" Increase Hair Length?

Used to hold the scissors comb flat will increase the hairs length.

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What does Skip Waves do?

Alternating waves of hair.

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Horizontal Line Placement?

Horizontal line placement.

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Horizontal Lines are ?

These create length and follow the curve of the head..

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Hydrophobic definition?

Water resistant to an object.

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Body Temperature?

This maintains internal body temperature.

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The Function Of ?

Has no function

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Alopecia is?

The term for hair loss is.

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Albinism is?

Inability to produce melanin.

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Texture relates to?

Outer layers of hair

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The hair of the scalp

Scalp hair

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What are three layers in Hair ?

Layers of the scalp

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Losing hair?

Alopecia areata is?

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Scalp losing hair?

Hair loss is..

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Exterior means?

Outer is located.

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Is there more than?

Is a blunt cut correct?

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How many?

Bones of the wrist/carpus

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Electric clippers: wet or dry?

Hair must be dry when cutting with electric clippers to ensure an even and safe cut.

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What is Cocci?

Bacteria that are round/circular.

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Haircut Using 180 Angle, hair result?

Using a 180-degree angle in a haircut will result in shorter interior strands and longer exterior strands.

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Clippers Direction?

The direction of clippers when using the clipper-over-comb technique should be sideways across the top of the comb

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Handling the shears.

When a stylist stops cutting hair, the right way to handle the shears is to palm them, closed, and facing the stylist.

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What is the cutting angle of a uniform later cut.

A haircut that's cut evenly throughout the head at a 90-degree angle

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Haircut cut at a 0 degree angle.

The hair cut at 0 degree is known as a BOB haircut.

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What does slithering/effilating do?

To remove bulk by point cutting or thinning the hair.

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Hand bone

A bone from the wrist / carpus.

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Fringe placement

For the best blending of client's hair it should cover from the outer corner of the eyes.

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Is a Neutralizer an acid?

A neutralizer is an acid.

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Paraffin wax

A heated tool

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Toner on yellow

The process that follows yellow pigment.

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Silking with client laid back

A tech where the client would lie back in chair.

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Anagen process

90% of hair is Anagen

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Horizontal, Removing weight.

No

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Hands/fingertips Rub.

This happens when the palms/fingertips are used in a rubbing motion.

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Traveling.

A traveling line will always be temporary.

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Elevation is most common

Most common cutting position; palms or down.

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Regulates

Sudoriferous glands maintain bodies internal temperature.

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Exfoliation process..

The skin will start to peel and exfoliate if the exfoliation process is done.

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Medulla Function

Has no function.

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Safely to stretch

Stretches safely without damage.

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Which property exhibits elasticity?

Has elasticity

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Average?

130k per hair on head

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Technical Name

Cilia

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Common disease

Dandruff

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Vertical, Cutting edge

Cutile

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Study Notes

Hair Care and Haircutting

  • When using the "clipper over comb" technique, the clippers move sideways across the top of the comb.
  • When a stylist momentarily stops cutting a client's hair, the best method to handle the shears is to palm them closed, facing the stylist.
  • Thinning shears are used to remove excess bulk.
  • Single-notched shears remove more hair than double-notched shears.
  • Double-notched shears remove less hair than single-notched shears.
  • A uniformed layered cut (same length throughout) is cut at a 90-degree angle.
  • A haircut using a 0-degree angle is referred to as all the following except a wedge: BOB, blunt cut and solid form
  • Slithering / effilating is a technique of decreasing bulk by thinning the hair and opening & partially closing the shears up & down the hair shaft.
  • The technical/medical term for the palm of the hand is Metacarpus.
  • There are 5 bones in the metacarpus.
  • The largest artery in the body is the Aorta.
  • There are 8 bones in the wrist/carpus.
  • "Fringe" is another term for "bangs" and generally used to cover the area from the outer corner of the eyes.
  • When cutting hair with electric clippers, the hair should be dry.
  • The neutralizer used in a permanent wave solution/chemical hair relaxer is an acid.
  • Round or circular in shape, these bacteria may appear singular or in groups: Cocci
  • A haircut using a 180 angle will have a shorter interior, and longer exterior.
  • Tapering has many different names, except for blunt.
  • The proper position for the shampoo cape while shampooing a client's hair is over the chair.
  • Facial scrubs are not advisable/contra-indicated for acneic skin.
  • When the palms of the hands/fingertips are used in a rubbing motion, it is called friction.
  • Finger waving is referred to as the "Foundation of Hairstyling."
  • Regular shears will remove the greatest amount of hair.
  • The approximate pH of the neutralizer for a permanent wave is 3-5.
  • Wax would likely need to be melted before use.
  • Paraffin is wax.
  • If hair lightened from Level 3 to Level 6 has an underlying exposed warm pigment, the correct Toner to create a neutral result is Orange/Blue.
  • If hair lightened from Level 5 to Level 9 has an underlying exposed warm pigment, the correct Toner to create a neutral result is Yellow/Violet.
  • If lightened hair from Level 5 to Level 9 is treated with a blue-based toner, the resulting color will be green.
  • "Scissors over comb" technique, holding comb flat against the head will result in less scalp visibility/longer hair.
  • Silking refers to relaxing the hair with heat.
  • The approximate pH of an ammonium thioglycolate solution is 8.2 - 9.6.
  • About 90% of the scalp hair at any given time is in the Anagen stage/phase.
  • About 10% of the scalp hair at any given time is in the Telogen stage/phase.
  • Vellus hair can be distinguished from similar lanugo hair because vellus hair has no pigment.
  • A row of Pin Curls going in one direction beside a row going in the other direction are skip waves.
  • The hair primarily cut is referred to as terminal hair.
  • Hair cut on an "Angle" is also referred to as being cut on a bias.
  • Horizontal design lines can be used to add/build weight line.
  • Lanugo hair can be easily distinguished from Vellus hair because Lanugo hair has pigment.
  • The primary distinction between Vellus and Lanugo hair is Vellus hair has pigment, Lanugo does not.
  • Layering the nape very close to the skin can be achieved with the "shears over comb" technique.
  • A chin-length BOB haircut can be used to disguise a large chin and/or prominent jawline.
  • When clipper-cutting hair, the clippers should be held in the same position as the comb.
  • The parietal or crest is the widest portion of the head.
  • The cutting line is the angle at which the fingers are held during a haircut.
  • Elevation is used to create graduation/movement.
  • The most common cutting position when cutting a BOB, Blunt Cut, or Solid Form is Palm Down.
  • The most commonly used elevations in haircutting are 45 degrees and 90 degrees.
  • An angle below 90 degrees is primarily used to build weight.
  • Angles above 90 degrees are primarily used to remove weight.
  • The approximate pH of a cold wave is 8.2 - 9.6.
  • A "Blunt Cut" is sometimes referred to as: BOB, Zero degree / elevation, One length/Solid Form and all of the above.
  • In haircutting, the area above the parietal/crest is referred to as the interior.
  • In haircutting, the area below the parietal/crest is referred to as the exterior.
  • In a haircut, vertical lines will do all of the following except add weight.
  • Diagonal lines in a haircut accomplish all of the following except directing the eye from side to side.
  • Beveling is a haircutting technique used to create fullness by cutting the ends at a slight taper.
  • All the following are true about guidelines except: they are synonymous with cutting lines
  • Removing weight is not an intended consequence of using horizontal lines in haircutting.
  • A combination of 45 and 90 degrees angles/degrees should be correctly used if a client wanted longer layers.
  • The most commonly used elevation in a graduated or layered haircut is 45 degrees.
  • The most commonly observed elevation in a graduated or layered haircut is 45 degrees.
  • 180 degrees angle/degree would create the longest possible layers in a client's haircut.
  • 180 degrees angles/degrees would provide the most movement and volume.
  • Over-direction is a cutting technique that may be used in a layered cut, A graduated cut, A length increase moving towards the front, all of the above.
  • In haircutting, horizontal lines are generally used to create weight.
  • In blow-drying and wet-setting, the use of over-direction will create maximum volume.
  • This guideline, stationary, is used in blunt cutting / to create a gradual increase in length.
  • When creating layered/graduated designs a traveling guideline is primarily used whether the layers are different lengths or uniform.
  • Checking the hair in the opposite direction from that which it was cut: Cross-checking.
  • The main ingredient in most permanent wave neutralizers is hydrogen peroxide.
  • Hydrogen Peroxide is: Acid.
  • The neutralizer for a permanent wave or a chemical hair relaxer: acid.
  • When cutting diagonal lines (movement), the most common cutting position: Palm Up..
  • In cutting very straight hair, maximum tension is recommended.
  • The effect of effleurage movements is relaxing.
  • tapotement is a tapping movement, light, applied with either the hand or the fingertip is called.
  • Anhidrosis: inability to sweat.
  • tapotement is a tapping motion applied with the fingertips moving quickly across the face
  • Vibration is a stimulating, brisk shaking movement, done with the fingertips.
  • Approximately 12% of sunlight is comprised of visible light.
  • Approximately 80% of sunlight is comprised of infra-red.
  • White and Blue lights both have chemical and germicidal effects.
  • Hyperhidrosis is a sudden elevation or increase in the amount of sweat produced.
  • Excessively foul-smelling sweat is called Bromidrosis.
  • Bromhidrosis is foul-smelling sweat.
  • The technical name for skin is the Derma.
  • The fatty layer of the skin that creates softness and suppleness: Subcutaneous/Adipose.
  • The thinnest skin is found on the eyelids.
  • A congenital defect wherein the skin cannot produce melanin: Albinism.
  • Low pigmentation of the skin, caused by a decrease in melanocyte activity: Leucoderma.
  • Dermis is the largest organ of the body.
  • Sebaceous glands are also known as oil glands.
  • Sudoriferous glands' the same as sweat glands.
  • Irregular shaped patches of skin depigmentation: Vitiligo.
  • The sebaceous glands produce oil.
  • The sudoriferous glands produce sweat.
  • The sudoriferous glands function to regulate temperature.
  • Another name for birthmarks is Nevus Flameus.
  • An overactive sebaceous gland would produce oily skin.
  • The technical name for a blackhead is a comedone.
  • Milia are more commonly referred to as whiteheads.
  • A congenital defect such as causes Albinism, is one that you are born with
  • This is referred to as a boil that is a small, pus-filled abscess.
  • The technical name for a "Boil" is a Furuncle.
  • For a waxing procedure to be most successful, the hair should be ½ inch.
  • Leukoderma is white patches on the skin.
  • The bone often referred to as the "Adam's Apple" is the hyoid.
  • The protein that makes up your skin, hair, and nails is keratin.
  • A Callus/Keratoma area of thickened skin.
  • A group of brownish spots, without elevation, is called chloasma.
  • Patchy brown skin discoloration, often the result of hormonal changes/pregnancy is chloasma.
  • A swollen lesion usually lasting only a few hours, often caused by an insect bite: Wheal
  • A contagious, pus-filled abscess from a bacterial infection is a furuncle.
  • A comedone extractor would be used to treat black-heads.
  • Sugaring is a temporary hair-removal technique producing results similar to waxing.
  • Electrolysis is the only permanent hair-removal technique.
  • Predisposition test is test should be conducted before waxing test or exfoliation procedure?
  • A dermatologist says you have the presence of verrucas, this is warts.
  • Pityriasis Capitis, resulting from temperature changes, reaction to skin and hair products, or food allergies, that is oily or dry, is commonly known as dandruff.
  • Dandruff, from the contact of the changes of temperature, skin and hair products, or reaction to food. medical name- pityriasis capitis.
  • The epidermis is the top or outermost layer of the skin
  • The study of the microscopic anatomy of plant and animal cells, including their structure and function is known as histology.
  • Sudoriferous glands are responsible for maintaining the bodies internal temperature.
  • The Integumentary System refers to the skin, its appendages, and accessory organs
  • The sebaceous and sudoriferous glands serve to waterproof, cushion, excrete waste, and regulate the body's temperature
  • Exfoliating creams usually have a pH is alkaline
  • The pH range of human skin is between: 4.5=-5.5
  • Exfoliation techniques do essentially the same thing that is remove skin tissue.
  • The governmental agency that regulates cosmetics in the United States is the FDA.
  • The agency regulating & approves the efficacy of products used for infection control id the EPA.
  • The governmental agency enforcing health and safety standards in the workplace: OSHA.
  • EPA is responsible for the approval of disinfectant solutions.
  • The function of the medulla is hairs has no function.
  • If the papilla of the hair is destroyed, hair will never grow again.
  • Wet hair can be safely stretched without causing damage or breakage by 40 - 50%%.
  • Dry air can be safely be stretched without causing damage or breakage by 20%.
  • Alopecia is the term for baldness.
  • Alopecia areata is the term for baldness in patches, from illness or injury.
  • All permanent chemical changes to the hair occur in the cortex.
  • A product must reach the cortex to cause permanent changes in the hair.
  • Tensile refers to hairs elasticity.
  • Amphoteric means that a product may react as an acid or an alkaline.
  • Because hair may react as either an acid or a base, it is considered to be amphoteric.
  • The growth pattern of hair is determined in the follicle.
  • Alopecia universalis is the term for baldness/hair loss that occurs over the entire body.
  • The study of the hair is called Tricology.
  • The amount of moisture the cuticle can absorbed is referred to as porosity.
  • Tensile refers to hairs strength.
  • Porosity refers to the amount of moisture the hair can absorb.
  • Tensile refers to the strength/ elasticity.
  • Leucocytes: White blood cells.
  • Barba refers to the hair of the beard.
  • Barba - technical name for beard
  • Vellus hair - Capilli
  • Scalp hair - Capilli
  • Any disease of the hair: Trichosis
  • Ringworm of the scalp -- Tinea capitis.
  • Ringworm of the feet: Both Athlete’s Feet and Tinea Pedis.
  • In a haircut, vertical lines will do all of the following except: Add weight.
  • Hair Bulb is structure located at the bottom of the follicle.
  • Arrector Pili: Portion of the hair follicle responsible for causing the hair to stand up (goose bumps).
  • Lanugo hair does not have: Medulla.
  • Lanugo hair is pigmented, quite fine, and can often be found all over the body.
  • Medulla, is layers/ parts of the hair shaft, which is the inner most layer/ part.
  • Outermost layer/part is the 3 layers/part is: Cuticle
  • Cortex, is layers/part middle of the hair shaft
  • Erythrocytes is: Red blood cells
  • In cortex part/layer of the hair shaft, do all "chemical reactions" occur
  • Diameter term refers to the actual size hairs
  • Texture refers to diameter
  • The 2 two layers of the hair shaft that is reponsible for diameter are Medulla and Cortex
  • Absent of the Medulla person would have : lesser diameter
  • "Diameter" refers to what the what size of hair texture, hair elasticity , hair density or hair porosity.
  • This hair unpigmented
  • Lanugo thinner Termial, extremities
  • Lanugo air easily distinguished bvellue cause Lanugo hair has pigment
  • Supercilia eyes
  • 100000 avergae their head
  • Occipital
  • Occipital is the bone that forms the back / rear-most portion of the skull
  • The average rate of daily hair loss is 50-75 hairs per day.
  • Contraction of the arrector pili muscle causes elevation of the hair follicle.
  • Soft, fine, broken hair, that may appear "Beaded" is Monilethrix
  • The approximate pH of an acid-balanced permanent wave is 4.5-7.9
  • The approximate pH of an acid permanent wave is 4.5-6.5.
  • In the salon industry, the word "Tool" means any piece of electrical equipment.
  • Alkaline permanent waves should be wrapped without tension.
  • Acid permanent waves should be wrapped with firm even tension.
  • A tiny cup-shaped pit buried within the fatty layer of the scalp is the papilla.
  • The lowest portion of the hair shaft that fits like a cap over the papilla: Hair Bulb.
  • The projection of the dermis surrounded by a small "cap" like structure is the papilla.
  • The hair bulb does not determine the shape of the hair shaft.
  • The papilla is at the base (bottom) of the hair follicle.
  • The muscle that causes "Goose Bumps": Arrector Pili.
  • Canities is not one of the stages in the life of a piece of hair.
  • The primary growth stage of the hair is anagen.

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