Hairdressing Techniques and Terms
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What are finger waves?

  • Alternating 'C' shapes placed into the hair using fingers and a comb (correct)
  • A form of hair curling using hot rollers
  • Narrow braids made with three strands
  • A type of hair straightening technique

What does harmony mean in hair design?

A pleasing arrangement of shapes and lines that incorporate all elements of a design.

The types of brushes used in hairdressing include paddle, teasing, vent, round, and ___.

cushion

What is ribboning?

<p>Forcing the hair between the thumb and back of the comb creating tension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A half stem curl provides a minimal amount of movement.

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

Curling is a straightening technique.

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

What is the purpose of back combing or back brushing?

<p>Creates a cushion base.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does symmetrical mean in hairstyling?

<p>A mirror image from a center point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is bonding in hair treatment?

<p>Attaching hair additions with a keratin/organic adhesive agent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'form' in hairstyling?

<p>A combination of lines that outline a shape.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does polishing do to a hairstyle?

<p>Makes a hairstyle appear smooth, neat, and frizz-free.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'off base, on base, and half off base' refer to?

<p>Location of the roller to the base (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a soft press?

<p>A hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing comb that removes 50-60% of curl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are setting and twisted methods used for?

<p>Natural hairstyling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of shaping in hairstyling?

<p>Prepares a section of molded hair for the formation of curls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a curved line create in hairstyling?

<p>Movement, softness, and/or waves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'base' refer to in hairstyling?

<p>The area between partings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are indentations in a design?

<p>Emptiness of flat areas in a design.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the stem in hairdressing?

<p>The section of hair between the base and the first turn of the curl/roller.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A no stem curl provides minimal movement but the most amount of ___.

<p>curl</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is facial proportion?

<p>The relationship of facial features and shape to each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some types of shampoo?

<p>Clarifying, sulfate free, and dry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a temperature test used for?

<p>It is used on a piece of tissue paper before using a conventional thermal iron on your guest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a cornrow?

<p>A narrow 3 strand under braid technique.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a straight profile indicate?

<p>The chin, forehead, and nose align.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is hair pressing?

<p>A method of temporarily straightening uncontrollable and/or curly hair by using a heated comb.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does rhythm refer to in hairstyling?

<p>A repeated pattern in a design.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are locks in hairstyling?

<p>A form of natural hairstyling where hair intertwines or is formed to wrap around itself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are hair additions?

<p>Can be man-made (nylon), natural (human), or synthetic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does profile mean in hairstyling?

<p>The outline of the face from one side.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the length of the hair determine?

<p>The size of the tool required to achieve the final results.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect do hair additions have?

<p>Can give the appearance of color, length, and volume.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is balance in hairstyling?

<p>A visual comparison of weight used to offset or equalize proportion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hairpiece?

<p>Is a small wig used to cover smaller sections of the head.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does hair additions do?

<p>Are attached to the base/scalp area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a volume base create?

<p>Lift, height, and fullness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a wig designed for?

<p>To replace a guest's natural hair, enhance guest's hair, and be a fashion accessory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a medium press accomplish?

<p>Removes 60-70% of curl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When air forming with a round brush, what should be done?

<p>Use heat to dry the hair and cool to maintain the firmness of the curl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does proportion refer to in hairstyling?

<p>How every part relates to the whole.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hairdressing Techniques and Terms

  • Fingerwaves: Involves creating "C" shapes in hair using fingers and a comb, alternating direction for style.
  • Ribbons: Achieved by forcing hair between the thumb and back of the comb, applying tension for styling.
  • Half Stem Curl: Offers a moderate curl with an intermediate amount of movement.
  • No Stem Curl: Delivers maximum curl with minimal movement.
  • Soft Press: A thermal technique that straightens hair, removing 50-60% of curl.
  • Medium Press: Straightens hair, eliminating 60-70% of the curl using a thermal comb.
  • Back Combing or Back Brushing: Technique used to create a cushion base for hairstyles.
  • Setting and Twisting: Methods utilized in natural hairstyling to define curls.

Design Elements

  • Harmony: Aesthetic arrangement of shapes and lines within a design, creating visual appeal.
  • Symmetrical: Relates to a mirror image from a center point, pivotal in balanced hairstyle design.
  • Form: Combination of lines outlining a shape, crucial for hairstyling.
  • Curved Line: Adds movement, softness, and waves to hairstyle designs.
  • Indentations: Refers to the flat areas lacking volume or form within a hairstyle.

Hair Tools and Products

  • Types of Brushes: Various brushes used include paddle, teasing, vent, round, and cushion for different styling purposes.
  • Shampoo Types: Includes clarifying, sulfate-free, and dry shampoos, catering to different hair needs.
  • Temperature Test: Conducted on tissue paper to check the heat of a thermal iron before application.

Hair Structure and Styling Concepts

  • Base: The area between partings in a hairstyle, significant for styling sections.
  • Stem: The segment of hair between the base and the first turn of a curl or roller.
  • Volume Base: Techniques that create height and fullness in hairstyles.

Additional Concepts

  • Facial Proportion: Examines the relationship of facial features and their shapes to one another.
  • Profile: Refers to the silhouette of the face from a side view, essential in determining suitable hairstyles.
  • Rhythm: A design principle marked by repetition that enhances visual appeal in hairstyles.

Hair Additions

  • Types of Hair Additions: Can be natural (human hair), synthetic (nylon), or made from other materials to enhance hair appearance.
  • Hairpieces: Small wigs used to cover specific areas on the head, serving practical and aesthetic functions.
  • Locks: A natural hairstyling method where hair intertwines or wraps around itself, creating a unique texture.

Balance and Proportion in Hair Styling

  • Balance: Visual weight comparison within a hairstyle to equalize overall proportions.
  • Proportion: Relates to how individual hair sections fit within the overall hairstyle, crucial for aesthetics.

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This quiz covers essential hairdressing techniques and terminology, including fingerwaves, curls, and pressing methods. Learn about the design elements like harmony and symmetry crucial for creating beautiful hairstyles. Test your knowledge of these styling principles and their applications.

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