Haircutting Chapter 9 Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

The protruding bone below the crest area at the back of the head is called?

occipital

Form has length, width, and?

depth

The lines used in haircutting that create the illusion of movement and excitement are called?

diagonal lines

When performing a haircut, what determines the size of a parting?

density of the hair Signup and view all the answers

A design line that is used as a length guide for cutting graduated, layered, and square combination forms is referred to as?

mobile (traveling) Signup and view all the answers

The hair below the crest is known as the?

exterior Signup and view all the answers

What form would result from creating a 180° angle cut?

increase-layered form Signup and view all the answers

A shape consists of length and?

width Signup and view all the answers

A very short exterior gradually progressing to a longer interior, similar to graduated form but shorter, is known as?

gradation Signup and view all the answers

Infection control procedures include sweeping and disposing of cut hair?

prior to performing an air-forming service Signup and view all the answers

What form is also known as a box cut?

square Signup and view all the answers

When the hair is combed out of natural distribution in any direction except perpendicular to its parting it is known as?

shifted distribution Signup and view all the answers

The direction the hair assumes as it falls naturally from the head due to gravity is called?

natural distribution Signup and view all the answers

A cutting technique commonly used to define the perimeter hairline, such as the nape, is known as?

outlining Signup and view all the answers

Lines that subdivide sections of hair in order to separate, distribute and control the hair while cutting are called?

partings Signup and view all the answers

What part of the shears does the arrow indicate?

moving blade Signup and view all the answers

Slithering removes bulk and creates?

mobility Signup and view all the answers

When using a vertical parting pattern to cut graduated forms, the angle of your fingers determines the line of?

inclination Signup and view all the answers

A layered cut or 90° angle cut is known as a(n)?

uniformly layered form Signup and view all the answers

Holding the hair straight out from the curve of the head and cutting at 90° is using what type of projection?

high Signup and view all the answers

What section of the head does the number 1 on the diagram indicate?

fringe area Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lines are parallel to the horizon and create a feeling of maximum weight or stability?

horizontal Signup and view all the answers

Which finger should be placed in the finger grip to control the still blade when holding shears?

ring finger Signup and view all the answers

Cutting shorter lengths within the form to reduce bulk and create support and mobility is called?

texturizing Signup and view all the answers

Which form has an unactivated interior and activated exterior?

graduated form Signup and view all the answers

Which tool generally cuts hair most quickly?

clippers Signup and view all the answers

As a general rule, coarse hair should be texturized at least?

1.5" (3.75 cm) away from the scalp Signup and view all the answers

With a parallel finger and shear position, the fingers are positioned?

equal distance away from the parting Signup and view all the answers

The foundation of every haircut is considered to be?

form Signup and view all the answers

The natural position hair assumes due to gravity is referred to as?

natural fall Signup and view all the answers

An angle of 45° would be considered what type of projection?

medium Signup and view all the answers

Slithering, a technique in which the shears are opened and closed rhythmically while moving upward from the ends, is also called?

effilating Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following forms would indicate an unactivated (smooth) texture?

solid Signup and view all the answers

Combing the hair at a 90° angle from its base parting is known as?

perpendicular distribution Signup and view all the answers

Texturizing hair does all of the following EXCEPT?

shorten the length or remove weight Signup and view all the answers

Taper shears, also known as thinning shears, are used on the ends of the hair to?

reduce bulk Signup and view all the answers

Projecting the hair below 90° would?

produce weight Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following shears has the least amount of spacing between teeth?

taper 32 shears Signup and view all the answers

The three basic straight lines are horizontal, vertical, and?

diagonal Signup and view all the answers

Lines that curve outward, like the outside of a sphere, are called?

convex Signup and view all the answers

A strong circular directional growth on either side of the nape or crown is known as a?

whorl Signup and view all the answers

The form shown in the illustration is known as a 45-degree angle cut, or a?

wedge Signup and view all the answers

Which tool helps to cut short lengths and refine the perimeter when used against the skin?

taper/barber comb Signup and view all the answers

To accommodate a growth pattern such as a widow's peak, cowlick or whorl when cutting the hair, which of the following statements would apply?

allow additional length in the growth pattern area Signup and view all the answers

The two types of finger and shear positions that are used while cutting are?

parallel and nonparallel Signup and view all the answers

What form is represented by the illustration?

solid Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are true about the uniformly layered form EXCEPT?

rectangular or oval shape Signup and view all the answers

What term, also known as elevation, is the angle at which the hair is held in relation to the curve of the head prior to and while cutting?

projection Signup and view all the answers

The term used to describe the hair as the lengths lay or fall naturally over the curve of the head is?

natural fall Signup and view all the answers

A moveable guide that consists of a small amount of previously cut hair is known as what type of design line?

mobile Signup and view all the answers

What product adds gloss and sheen to dry hair and creates texture separation?

pomade Signup and view all the answers

Which line is considered to be the artistic guideline while cutting hair?

design line Signup and view all the answers

Never use clipper blades that have which of the following?

broken teeth Signup and view all the answers

What form is represented in this illustration?

graduated Signup and view all the answers

The apex refers to what part of the head?

top Signup and view all the answers

In haircutting, form is a three-dimensional representation of shape consisting of?

length, width and depth Signup and view all the answers

The area all around the hairline is referred to as the?

perimeter Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following cutting implements is used to create a clean, blunt edge?

shears Signup and view all the answers

As a general rule, medium-textured hair should be texturized?

1" (2.5 cm) away from the scalp Signup and view all the answers

What form, also known as a layered cut, is shown in this illustration?

180-degree angle cut Signup and view all the answers

What type of form would result from using a 45° projection or elevation angle?

graduated Signup and view all the answers

The area below the occipital is referred to as the?

nape Signup and view all the answers

To hold the comb and shears in the same hand without jeopardizing the client's safety, release the thumb grip and?

close your palm over the shears Signup and view all the answers

Conversion layering is a common cutting technique used to create?

increase-layered forms Signup and view all the answers

Which cutting position is commonly used when cutting along diagonal lines?

palm up Signup and view all the answers

The technique that uses a comb and a cutting tool to simultaneously cut the form is known as?

overcomb Signup and view all the answers

A trimmer, also known as an edger, is a tool used to?

outline and refine the hairline Signup and view all the answers

The hair above the crest is known as the?

interior Signup and view all the answers

The type of shears that consist of one straight blade and one notched blade is called?

taper shears Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is characterized by a strong growth pattern that moves to the right or left and is positioned at the front hairline or crown?

cowlick Signup and view all the answers

The lines that curve inward, like the inside of a sphere, are called?

concave Signup and view all the answers

Which type of distribution is created when the hair is distributed vertically, or straight up from the head, and horizontally, or straight out from the head?

directional Signup and view all the answers

Cutting the hair at a 0° angle creates the effect of a solid form or a(n)?

blunt effect Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following angles best represents low projection (elevation)?

0° to 30° Signup and view all the answers

To allow for more control and the shrinkage factor, very curly hair should be texturized while it is?

dry Signup and view all the answers

The line that visually separates the two textures in graduated form is known as the?

ridge line Signup and view all the answers

The surface appearance of each hair strand determines which of the following?

texture Signup and view all the answers

The artistic carving or removing of hair lengths to create various forms and shapes is defined as?

haircutting Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is created by the concentration of length within a given area?

weight Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by unactivated texture?

a smooth texture Signup and view all the answers

What number indicates the nape section?

5 Signup and view all the answers

The moveable blade of the shears is controlled by the?

thumb Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements describe vertical lines?

lines that go straight up and down Signup and view all the answers

In order to achieve the desired style you and your client have in mind, begin with a good?

haircut Signup and view all the answers

The higher the projection angle, the steeper the line of?

inclination Signup and view all the answers

What haircutting implement would be used to create the illustrated effect?

taper shears Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following terms identifies the technique used to check the accuracy of a haircut by using the opposite parting pattern?

crosschecking Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following growth patterns forms from a point at the front hairline and curves to one side?

widow's peak Signup and view all the answers

What part of the shears does the arrow indicate?

finger brace Signup and view all the answers

A technique performed on the ends of the hair to reduce bulk, allow for mobility, soften the ends, and blend weight lines is called?

end texturizing Signup and view all the answers

The direction the hair is combed in relation to its base parting is called?

distribution Signup and view all the answers

Haircutting implements must be?

disinfected after each use Signup and view all the answers

The term used to describe dividing hair into workable areas for the purpose of control is called?

sectioning Signup and view all the answers

The four basic forms are solid form, graduated form, increase-layered form and?

uniformly layered form Signup and view all the answers

As it cuts the hair the moveable blade of the clippers moves?

from side to side Signup and view all the answers

What type of cutting position is commonly used for cutting solid forms?

palm down Signup and view all the answers

The widest area around the head is known as the?

crest area Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following produces the form of a haircut?

length arrangement Signup and view all the answers

The projection angle used to create the arrangement of hair lengths that are the same throughout the head form is?

90° Signup and view all the answers

When using electric clippers, the attachment that enables you to consistently cut the hair at the same length is the?

guard Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Haircutting Basics

Occipital Bone: The prominent bone located at the back of the head below the crest area.
Form: Defined by length, width, and depth.
Movement and Excitement: Diagonal lines create the illusion of movement in haircutting.

Haircutting Techniques

Parting Size: Determined by the hair's density.
Mobile Design Line: Serves as a length guide for cutting various forms like graduated and layered styles.
Hair Sections: The hair below the crest is referred to as the exterior, while above it is known as the interior.

Hair Cutting Angles and Forms

180° Angle Cut: Produces an increase-layered form.
Short to Long Gradation: A very short exterior that progressively gets longer towards the interior is called gradation.
Cutting Projections:
- High projection (90°): hair pulled straight out to the surface.
- Medium projection (45°): allows for more volume.
- Low projection (0°-30°): creates weight in the form.

Distribution and Texture

Natural Distribution: Hair falls naturally under gravity.
Shifted Distribution: Hair combed out of its natural parting.
Texture Types: Solid forms have unactivated textures, while activated forms include layering and texturizing techniques.

Tools and Implements

Shears: Used to create clean, blunt edges; the moving blade is controlled by the thumb.
Taper Shears: Designed to reduce bulk with one straight and one notched blade.
Clippers: Cut hair quickly and are often used with guards to maintain lengths.

Growth Patterns and Control

Cowlicks and Whorls: Hair growth patterns that influence cutting techniques, such as allowing extra length in specific areas.
Ridge Line: Visual separation between different textures in graduated forms.

Safety and Procedures

Infection Control: Cut hair should be swept and disposed of before performing services. Implements must be disinfected after each use.
Crosschecking: Method used for checking haircut accuracy by parting in the opposite direction.

Advanced Techniques

End Texturizing: Focuses on the ends to reduce weight and create a soft blend.
Conversion Layering: This technique is used to achieve increase-layered forms.
Overcomb Technique: Combines cutting and combing for precision.

Sectioning and Control

Sectioning: Dividing hair into manageable areas enhances control while cutting.
Partings: Subdivide sections to distribute and control hair more effectively during a cut.

Haircut Types

Basic Shapes:
- Solid form: characterized by an unactivated interior, resulting in a blunt effect.
- Graduated form: has both activated and unactivated textures.
- Increase-layered and uniformly layered forms: different styles characterized by specific layering techniques.

Conclusion

The foundation and success of a haircut depend on understanding the elements of form, texture, and distribution as well as utilizing the appropriate techniques and tools effectively.

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Haircutting Chapter 9 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

The protruding bone below the crest area at the back of the head is called?

Form has length, width, and?

The lines used in haircutting that create the illusion of movement and excitement are called?

When performing a haircut, what determines the size of a parting?

A design line that is used as a length guide for cutting graduated, layered, and square combination forms is referred to as?

The hair below the crest is known as the?

What form would result from creating a 180° angle cut?

A shape consists of length and?

A very short exterior gradually progressing to a longer interior, similar to graduated form but shorter, is known as?

Infection control procedures include sweeping and disposing of cut hair?

What form is also known as a box cut?

When the hair is combed out of natural distribution in any direction except perpendicular to its parting it is known as?

The direction the hair assumes as it falls naturally from the head due to gravity is called?

A cutting technique commonly used to define the perimeter hairline, such as the nape, is known as?

Lines that subdivide sections of hair in order to separate, distribute and control the hair while cutting are called?

What part of the shears does the arrow indicate?

Slithering removes bulk and creates?

When using a vertical parting pattern to cut graduated forms, the angle of your fingers determines the line of?

A layered cut or 90° angle cut is known as a(n)?

Holding the hair straight out from the curve of the head and cutting at 90° is using what type of projection?

What section of the head does the number 1 on the diagram indicate?

Which of the following lines are parallel to the horizon and create a feeling of maximum weight or stability?

Which finger should be placed in the finger grip to control the still blade when holding shears?

Cutting shorter lengths within the form to reduce bulk and create support and mobility is called?

Which form has an unactivated interior and activated exterior?

Which tool generally cuts hair most quickly?

As a general rule, coarse hair should be texturized at least?

With a parallel finger and shear position, the fingers are positioned?

The foundation of every haircut is considered to be?

The natural position hair assumes due to gravity is referred to as?

An angle of 45° would be considered what type of projection?

Slithering, a technique in which the shears are opened and closed rhythmically while moving upward from the ends, is also called?

Which of the following forms would indicate an unactivated (smooth) texture?

Combing the hair at a 90° angle from its base parting is known as?

Texturizing hair does all of the following EXCEPT?

Taper shears, also known as thinning shears, are used on the ends of the hair to?

Projecting the hair below 90° would?

Which of the following shears has the least amount of spacing between teeth?

The three basic straight lines are horizontal, vertical, and?

Lines that curve outward, like the outside of a sphere, are called?

A strong circular directional growth on either side of the nape or crown is known as a?

The form shown in the illustration is known as a 45-degree angle cut, or a?

Which tool helps to cut short lengths and refine the perimeter when used against the skin?

To accommodate a growth pattern such as a widow's peak, cowlick or whorl when cutting the hair, which of the following statements would apply?

The two types of finger and shear positions that are used while cutting are?

What form is represented by the illustration?

All of the following are true about the uniformly layered form EXCEPT?

What term, also known as elevation, is the angle at which the hair is held in relation to the curve of the head prior to and while cutting?

The term used to describe the hair as the lengths lay or fall naturally over the curve of the head is?

A moveable guide that consists of a small amount of previously cut hair is known as what type of design line?

What product adds gloss and sheen to dry hair and creates texture separation?

Which line is considered to be the artistic guideline while cutting hair?

Never use clipper blades that have which of the following?

What form is represented in this illustration?

The apex refers to what part of the head?

In haircutting, form is a three-dimensional representation of shape consisting of?

The area all around the hairline is referred to as the?

Which of the following cutting implements is used to create a clean, blunt edge?

As a general rule, medium-textured hair should be texturized?

What form, also known as a layered cut, is shown in this illustration?

What type of form would result from using a 45° projection or elevation angle?

The area below the occipital is referred to as the?

To hold the comb and shears in the same hand without jeopardizing the client's safety, release the thumb grip and?

Conversion layering is a common cutting technique used to create?

Which cutting position is commonly used when cutting along diagonal lines?

The technique that uses a comb and a cutting tool to simultaneously cut the form is known as?

A trimmer, also known as an edger, is a tool used to?

The hair above the crest is known as the?

The type of shears that consist of one straight blade and one notched blade is called?

Which of the following is characterized by a strong growth pattern that moves to the right or left and is positioned at the front hairline or crown?

The lines that curve inward, like the inside of a sphere, are called?

Which type of distribution is created when the hair is distributed vertically, or straight up from the head, and horizontally, or straight out from the head?

Cutting the hair at a 0° angle creates the effect of a solid form or a(n)?

Which of the following angles best represents low projection (elevation)?

To allow for more control and the shrinkage factor, very curly hair should be texturized while it is?

The line that visually separates the two textures in graduated form is known as the?

The surface appearance of each hair strand determines which of the following?

The artistic carving or removing of hair lengths to create various forms and shapes is defined as?