Hair Design Chapter 16 Review

Questions and Answers

What are reference points and what is their function?

Reference points on the head mark where the surface of the head changes. They are used to establish design lines.

What are lines, sections, elevations, and guidelines?

Lines are thin, continuous marks used as guides; sections are areas of hair separated prior to cutting; elevations are the degrees at which hair is held; guidelines are subsections that determine hair length.

What are important considerations to discuss with a client during a haircutting consultation?

It is important to discuss the client's lifestyle and hair type.

What is a razor, haircutting shear, styling or cutting comb, & texturizing shear used for?

A razor is used for a softer effect on hair ends; a shear is for cutting blunt lines; a comb is used for hair cutting procedures; a texturizing shear removes bulk. Signup and view all the answers

What are 3 things you can do to ensure good posture & body position while cutting hair?

Position your client, center your weight, and work in front of your section. Signup and view all the answers

Name & describe the four basic types of haircuts.

Blunt Haircut: all hair is at a single level; Graduated Haircut: build up of weight with tension; Layered Haircut: involves elevation; Long Layered Haircut: cut at 90 degrees and over-directed. Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for bangs? When should you avoid cutting bangs? Name 5 basic types of bangs.

Another name for bangs is fringe. Avoid cutting bangs on clients with strong cowlicks or low hairlines. The five types are asymmetric, side swept, versatile, shot textured, and square bangs. Signup and view all the answers

Name & describe 3 different texturizing techniques performed with shears.

Point cutting: creates a broken edge on hair ends; notching: another version of point cutting; free-hand notching: uses the shears' tips for texture. Signup and view all the answers

What is a clipper cut?

A clipper cut is done using electric or battery-operated tools with two moving blades to cut hair. Signup and view all the answers

How is a trimmer used?

A trimmer is used around ears, at the neckline, and for hard-to-reach areas due to its slender design. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Reference Points and Their Function

Reference points mark changes in the hair's surface on the head.
They help establish design lines for haircuts.

Lines, Sections, Elevations, and Guidelines

Lines provide a thin, continuous mark for guidance during cutting.
Sections are the areas into which hair is divided before cutting.
Elevations refer to the degree that hair is lifted from the head while cutting.
Guidelines are subsections that dictate the desired length for cutting.

Haircutting Consultation Considerations

Discuss the client's lifestyle and hair type for tailored haircuts.

Tools Used in Haircutting

A razor softens hair ends for a more blended look.
Hair cutting shears create blunt or straight lines.
A styling or cutting comb assists in most cutting procedures.
Texturizing shears remove bulk and create texture in hair.

Good Posture and Body Position

Position the client properly to ensure effective cutting.
Center your weight for balance during haircutting.
Work directly in front of the section being cut for precision.

Basic Types of Haircuts

Blunt Haircut: Hair is cut straight across to form a weight line.
Graduated Haircut: Results in buildup of weight through tension and low to medium elevation.
Layered Haircut: Achieved by cutting hair at higher elevations, typically 90 degrees.
Long Layered Haircut: Hair is cut at a 90-degree elevation, over-directed to maintain perimeter length.

Bangs

Bangs are also known as fringe.
Avoid cutting bangs on clients with cowlicks or low facial hairlines.
Basic types of bangs include asymmetric, side-swept, versatile, short textured, and square bangs.

Texturizing Techniques with Shears

Point Cutting: Performed using the tips of shears to create a textured edge.
Notching: Similar to point cutting, creates texture by removing small amounts of hair.
Freehand Notching: Also utilizes the tips of shears for more creativity in texturizing.

Clipper Cuts

Clipper cuts use electric or battery-operated tools with two moving blades for efficient hair cutting.

Trimmer Usage

Trimmers define edges around ears and necklines and can serve as a tattoo trainer for hard-to-reach areas due to their slender design.

Description

Test your knowledge with our flashcard quiz on Chapter 16 of Hair Design. Learn about reference points, lines, sections, elevations, and guidelines essential for hair cutting. Perfect for students looking to solidify their understanding of hair design concepts.