12 Questions
What is the definition of the term 'elevation' in the context of hair cutting?
The angle or degree at which a subsection of hair is held, or elevated, from the head when cutting
What is the definition of the term 'freehand clipper cutting'?
Cutting the hair with the palms of both hands facing each other, an alternative method used in layering
What is the definition of the term 'fingers-and-razor cutting'?
Cutting the hair by holding it into a position to be cut with a razor
What is the definition of the term 'facial shape'?
The shape of a person's face, such as oval, round, inverted triangular, square, oblong, diamond, and pear-shaped
What is the definition of the term 'envision'?
The ability to picture or see something in your mind
What is the definition of the term 'freehand shear cutting'?
Cutting the hair with shears without the use of fingers or a comb to control the hair
What is the process of allowing coiled hair to develop in its natural state without using combs, heat, or chemicals?
Hair locking
What is the term for the art of arranging hair in a particular style suited to the cut?
Hairstyling
Which term refers to lines parallel to the horizon, typically associated with a graduated effect achieved by cutting hair with elevation or overdirection?
Horizontal lines
What is the term for the widest area of the head, also known as the crest, hatband, horseshoe, or temporal region?
Parietal ridge
What is the term for combing a section of hair away from its natural falling position, rather than straight out from the head, toward a guideline, used to create increasing lengths in the interior or perimeter?
Outlining
What is the term for the process of cutting hair at higher elevations, usually 90 degrees or above, which removes weight?
Overdirection
Study Notes
Hair Cutting Techniques
- Hair locking refers to the process of allowing coiled hair to develop in its natural state without the use of combs, heat, or chemicals.
- A section of hair is a part of the hair that determines the length it will be cut to, also referred to as a guideline.
- Horizontal lines are lines parallel to the horizon, achieved by cutting the hair with elevation or overdirection.
Hair Styling
- Hairstyling is the art of arranging the hair in a particular style that is appropriately suited to the cut.
- A design line is the outline or shape of a design.
Cutting Techniques
- Overdirection is the process of combing a section away from its natural falling position, rather than straight out from the head, toward a guideline.
- Outlining is the finish work of a haircut with shears, trimmers, or razor.
- Fingers-and-razor cutting is a technique performed by holding the hair section between the fingers and cutting either from the top to the bottom of the section or from one side to the other.
- Fingers-and-shear is a technique used to cut hair by holding the hair into a position to be cut.
- Freehand clipper cutting is a technique performed without the use of guards.
- Freehand shear cutting is a technique used to cut hair with shears without the use of fingers or a comb to control the hair.
- Freehand slicing is a method of cutting hair with a razor.
Hair Anatomy
- The parietal ridge is the widest area of the head, also known as the crest, hatband, horseshoe, or temporal region.
- Facial shape refers to the seven different shapes: oval, round, inverted triangular, square, oblong, diamond, and pear-shaped.
General Terms
- Elevation refers to the angle or degree at which a subsection of hair is held, or elevated, from the head when cutting.
- Envision refers to the ability to picture or see something in your mind.
- Form refers to the shape or outline of a haircut.
Test your knowledge of haircutting terminology with this quiz featuring terms like 'design line', 'diagonal lines', 'elevation', and more. Practice pronouncing and understanding key words used in the hair styling industry.
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