Milady Chapter 17 Hairstyling Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the best way for clients to convey their expectations in terms of hairstyle preference?

If clients can look at pictures, through your portfolio, or magazines this will be beneficial.

What factors will help determine the best hairstyle?

Face shape, hair type, lifestyle, etc.

List the commonly used wet hairstyling tools.

Combs, brushes, rollers (plastic), pins (bobby pins/hairpins), clips (duckbill, sectioning, double prong, single prong), clamps (sectioning clamps).

Finger waving is the process of __________ through the use of the fingers, combs, and finger-waving lotion.

shaping and directing the hair into an S pattern/shape. Signup and view all the answers

Why should cosmetologists learn finger waving of the 1920s and 1930s?

Many women today are influenced by the movie stars and celebrities they see wearing gorgeous, dramatic finger waves. Signup and view all the answers

______ is a type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger-waving procedure.

Finger waving lotion (sometimes gel). Signup and view all the answers

Finger waving lotion is traditionally made from ___, taken from trees found in _ and ___.

Karaya gum, Africa and India. Signup and view all the answers

How will you know if you have used too much finger-waving lotion on the hair?

The hair will be too wet and the waving lotion will drip. Signup and view all the answers

How do vertical finger waves differ from horizontal finger waves?

Vertical finger waves have ridges and waves running up and down, while horizontal finger waves have ridges and waves that are sideways and parallel to the head. Signup and view all the answers

List the implements and materials needed for wet styling.

Conditioner, neck strip, plastic cape, shampoo, towels. Signup and view all the answers

Describe how to create a part.

Use a comb and other hand to separate the hair, lay the wide tooth end of the styling comb flat on the hair, and draw the comb back to the end. Signup and view all the answers

List the implements and materials needed for horizontal finger waving.

Conditioner, finishing product (shine/hairspray), hairnet, hairpins or clips, hood dryer, neck strip, plastic cape, shampoo, styling comb, towels, finger waving lotion or styling gel. Signup and view all the answers

How should you apply waving lotion during horizontal finger waving?

Apply finger waving lotion to the left side of the hair while the hair is damp, comb the lotion through the section, and begin the first wave. Signup and view all the answers

Where should horizontal finger waving begin?

Hairline Signup and view all the answers

To begin the formation of the first ridge during horizontal finger waving, place the index finger of your non-dominant hand directly above the position for the first ridge. With the teeth of the comb pointing _____, insert the comb directly under the index finger.

slightly upward. Signup and view all the answers

In horizontal finger waving, the first and second ridges are created using the same movements.

False Signup and view all the answers

Once an entire head is finger waved, what should you do?

Place a hair net over the hair and secure with clips if necessary, protect the client's forehead and ears by using cotton, gauze, or paper protectors, while under the hood dryer, allow time to dry. Signup and view all the answers

How do you achieve a retro look upon finishing horizontal finger waving?

For a retro look, do not comb or brush the hair after it is complete. Signup and view all the answers

_____ serve as the basis for patterns, lines, waves, and rolls that are used in a wide range of hairstyles.

Pin curls. Signup and view all the answers

Pin curls can be used only on hair that has been permanently waved.

False Signup and view all the answers

Pin curls work best when the hair is layered and smooth wound.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the three parts of a pin curl?

Base, stem, circle. Signup and view all the answers

The is the stationary __ foundation of the curl, which is the area closest to the scalp.

Base, nonmoving. Signup and view all the answers

The is the section of the pin curl between the base and the first arc _ of the circle that gives the curl its direction and movement.

Stem, turn. Signup and view all the answers

The size of the _____ determines the width of the wave and its strength.

Circle. Signup and view all the answers

The _____ is the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller.

Stem. Signup and view all the answers

The amount of mobility, or movement, in a section is known as the _____

Steam. Signup and view all the answers

The ______ curl is placed directly on the base of the curl. It produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows minimum mobility.

No-stem. Signup and view all the answers

The ______ curl permits medium movement; the curl is placed half off the base and gives good control to the hair.

Half-stem. Signup and view all the answers

The _____ curl allows for the greatest mobility because the curl is placed completely off the base and gives as much freedom as the length of the stem will permit.

Full-stem. Signup and view all the answers

What shape can the base of a full stem curl be?

Square, triangular, half-moon, or rectangular section. Signup and view all the answers

A(n) ______ is a section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls.

Shaping. Signup and view all the answers

Shaping are either or .

Open end or closed end. Signup and view all the answers

Curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls are called ____.

Open center. Signup and view all the answers

Curls produce waves that get smaller towards the ends are called ____.

Closed center. Signup and view all the answers

What is a clockwise curl?

Curls formed in the same direction as the movement of the hands on a clock. Signup and view all the answers

What is a counterclockwise curl?

Curls formed in the opposite direction as the movement of the hands on a clock. Signup and view all the answers

What base shapes are used in pin curls?

Rectangular base Signup and view all the answers

To avoid splits in a finished, use care when selecting and forming the ______.

Curl base. Signup and view all the answers

Where are rectangular base pin curls recommended?

At the side front hairline for a smooth, upswept effect. Signup and view all the answers

Where are triangular base pin curls recommended?

Along the front or facial hairline to prevent breaks or splits in the finished hairstyle. Signup and view all the answers

How are arc base pin curls made, and where are they used?

They are carved out of shaping, they give good direction and should be used at the hairline or in the nape. Signup and view all the answers

When are square-based pin curls used?

Used on any part of the head and will comb out with lasting results. Signup and view all the answers

To avoid splits when combing out a square base pin curl set, you should _____ the sectioning.

Stagger. Signup and view all the answers

What is the technique that involves forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension?

Ribboning. Signup and view all the answers

Pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head are called also known as .

Carved, sculptured. Signup and view all the answers

How are pin curls used to create ridge curls?

Pin curls are placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave. Signup and view all the answers

What are skip waves?

Two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head, strong defined lines between the waves. Signup and view all the answers

____ curls have large center openings and are fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base.

Barrel. Signup and view all the answers

What effect do barrel curls give?

It is similar to a roller curl, but it does not have the same tension as a roller when it is set. Signup and view all the answers

What are cascade curls used for?

Used to create height in the hair design. Signup and view all the answers

How are cascade curls fastened?

They are fastened to the head in a standing position to allow the hair to flow upward and downward. Signup and view all the answers

What implements and materials are needed for a wet set with rollers?

Clips (double or single prong), conditioner, finishing products such as shine or hairspray, hood dryer, neck strip, plastic cape, plastic roller of various sizes, setting or styling lotion, shampoo, tail comb, towels, wide tooth comb. Signup and view all the answers

To begin the wet set, you should do what?

Drape the client for a shampoo service; comb the hair in the direction of the setting. Signup and view all the answers

For a wet set, start at the ____ and part off a section the same length and width as the roller.

Front hairline. Signup and view all the answers

In a wet set with rollers, what factor determines what type of base to use?

According to the desired volume. Signup and view all the answers

How is the hair held when wrapping it around a roller?

Hold the hair in place with tension between the thumb and middle finger of the non-dominant hand. Signup and view all the answers

What advantages do rollers have over pin curls?

The roller set is a much faster way to set hair because one roller holds 2-4 stand-up curls; the hair is wrapped around the roller with tension which gives a stronger and longer-lasting set; rollers come in a variety of shapes, widths, and sizes, which broaden the creative possibilities for any style. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three parts of a roller curl?

Base, stem, curl. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the base in a roller curl?

Panel of hair on which the roller is placed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate size of a roller curl base?

Same length and width as the roller. Signup and view all the answers

In a roller curl, the ____ is the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller.

Stem. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the stem in a roller curl?

It gives the hair direction and mobility. Signup and view all the answers

In a roller curl, the _____ or circle, is the hair that is wrapped around the roller.

Curl. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the size of a roller curl circle important?

It will determine the size of the curl; c shape, wave, or curl. Signup and view all the answers

How many times must the hair be wrapped in order to create a curl?

2 and 1/2 turns. Signup and view all the answers

How many times must the hair be wrapped to create a wave?

1 and 1/2 turns. Signup and view all the answers

How many times must the hair be wrapped to create a c-shaped curl?

One complete turn. Signup and view all the answers

The amount of _____ that is achieved depends on the size of the roller and how the roller sits on its base.

Volume. Signup and view all the answers

An on-base curl will give ___ volume.

Full. Signup and view all the answers

A half-base curl will give _____ volume.

Medium. Signup and view all the answers

An ____ curl will give the least volume.

Off-base. Signup and view all the answers

For versatility in styling, a(n) ___ directional wrap gives options to style in all direction while still maintaining volume.

Downward. Signup and view all the answers

____ is the point where curls of opposite directions meet, forming a recessed area.

Indentation. Signup and view all the answers

Hot rollers are to be used on dry hair only.

True Signup and view all the answers

What type of client is best suited for a velcro set?

A client who needs more body than a round brush can make but less volume made without rollers. Signup and view all the answers

Why do the state boards of some states and provinces disallow Velcro rollers?

They are difficult to clean and disinfect properly. Signup and view all the answers

How long do velcro rollers stay in the hair?

5-10 minutes, depending on how much you want to set the hair. Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits of a well-structured system of combing hairstyles?

You will save time and get more consistent results. Signup and view all the answers

What techniques are used to lift and increase volume, give direction, as well as remove indentation caused by roller setting?

Backcombing and backbrushing. Signup and view all the answers

List the alternative names for backcombing.

Teasing, ratting, matting, and French lacing. Signup and view all the answers

What action is involved in backcombing?

Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp. Signup and view all the answers

_____ or ruffing, is used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns for a uniform and smooth comb out.

Backbrushing. Signup and view all the answers

For what purpose are backcombing and backbrushing used today?

Used for styling updos or for adding a little height to a hairstyle after hot-roller setting or blow-drying. Signup and view all the answers

What are the steps for backcombing technique?

Section hair, insert comb, press down comb, create a cushion, repeat for volume, smooth hair. Signup and view all the answers

List the steps for backbrushing technique.

Hold strand, place brush, roll brush, turn brush, blend hair, complete styling. Signup and view all the answers

When is a finishing spray applied during backbrushing?

After you have completed finishing touches, checked for structural balance. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hair wrapping?

It is used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining beautiful shape. Signup and view all the answers

When height is desired with hair wrapping, place large rollers _____ with the remainder of the hair wrapped around the head.

Directly at the crown. Signup and view all the answers

Wrapping can be done on wet hair only.

False Signup and view all the answers

When wrapping very curly hair the first step is to ____.

Press it. Signup and view all the answers

What are the implements and materials needed for hair wrapping?

Boar-bristle brush, bobby pins, conditioner, duckbill clips, hairnet, hood dryer, neck strip, shampoo, styling product (light oil is an option), wide tooth comb. Signup and view all the answers

What product is applied to hair before wrapping?

Light oil or styling aid. Signup and view all the answers

To begin hair wrapping, where is the first parting created?

From the recession area to the crown. Signup and view all the answers

During hair wrapping, starting on the heavy side of the part, using a _ paddle brush, begin to wrap hair smooth to the head shape _ or in desired style direction.

Natural bristle, counterclockwise. Signup and view all the answers

While wrapping, use _____ or large bobby pins to keep the hair in place.

Duckbill clips. Signup and view all the answers

What do you do when all the hair is wrapped?

Stretch a neck strip or hairnet around the head so it overlaps at the ends. Signup and view all the answers

When working on dry hair, leave the hair wrapped for about ____ minutes.

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When wrapping wet hair, place the client under a hooded dryer until the hair is completely dry, usually minutes to one hour, depending on the _.

45, hair length. Signup and view all the answers

Blowdry styling is the technique of and damp hair in one operation.

Drying and styling. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Client Communication

Clients convey hairstyle preferences effectively by showing pictures from portfolios or magazines.
Important factors in determining a suitable hairstyle include face shape, hair type, and lifestyle.

Wet Hairstyling Tools

Commonly used tools for wet hairstyling:
- Combs
- Brushes
- Plastic rollers
- Bobby pins/hairpins
- Various clips (duckbill, sectioning)
- Sectioning clamps

Finger Waving Technique

Finger waving shapes hair into an S pattern using fingers, combs, and waving lotion.
Historically significant as modern waves are influenced by celebrities from the 1920s and 1930s.
Waving lotion, often made from karaya gum sourced from trees in Africa and India, helps maintain hair shape.

Hair Waving Application

Too much waving lotion results in overly wet hair that drips.
Vertical finger waves feature ridges running up and down; horizontal waves have ridges parallel to the head.
Waving lotion should be applied to damp hair, beginning at the hairline, followed by combing through sections.

Pin Curls Fundamentals

Pin curls form the basis for various hairstyle patterns including waves and rolls.
Curls can be classified as open center (smooth uniform waves) or closed center (waves tapering towards ends).
Three parts of a pin curl: base, stem, and circle.

Pin Curl Variations

Types of curls based on placement and mobility:
- No-stem: tight curls with minimal movement.
- Half-stem: medium movement and control.
- Full-stem: greatest mobility, allowing freedom of curl styling.
Shapes of pin curl bases include rectangular, triangular, arc, and square.

Techniques and Tools

For wet sets using rollers:
- Essential tools include clips, conditioning agents, finishing products, hood dryer, and various roller sizes.
- The process starts with draping the client and ensuring sections taken match roller size.

Styling Techniques

Backcombing integrates small combing motions to create volume, while backbrushing blends curl patterns smoothly.
Techniques for achieving height include wrapping hair around large rollers positioned at the crown.
Wrapping can be performed on both wet and dry hair, often enhanced with light oil or styling aids.

Wrap and Drying Process

When wrapping curly hair, it’s crucial to begin by pressing before styling.
After hair is wrapped, secure it with a neck strip or hairnet for support during drying.
For dry hair, wrapping time is approximately 17 minutes; wet hair requires around 45 minutes to one hour under a hooded dryer.

Finishing Touches

A finishing spray should be applied post-styling adjustments for structural balance.
Understanding the interaction and direction of curls ensures professional outputs, such as preventing hair splits and achieving desired volume levels.

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Milady Chapter 17 Hairstyling Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the best way for clients to convey their expectations in terms of hairstyle preference?

What factors will help determine the best hairstyle?

List the commonly used wet hairstyling tools.

Finger waving is the process of __________ through the use of the fingers, combs, and finger-waving lotion.

Why should cosmetologists learn finger waving of the 1920s and 1930s?

______ is a type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger-waving procedure.

Finger waving lotion is traditionally made from _____, taken from trees found in _____ and _____.

How will you know if you have used too much finger-waving lotion on the hair?

How do vertical finger waves differ from horizontal finger waves?

List the implements and materials needed for wet styling.

Describe how to create a part.

List the implements and materials needed for horizontal finger waving.

How should you apply waving lotion during horizontal finger waving?

Where should horizontal finger waving begin?

To begin the formation of the first ridge during horizontal finger waving, place the index finger of your non-dominant hand directly above the position for the first ridge. With the teeth of the comb pointing _____, insert the comb directly under the index finger.

In horizontal finger waving, the first and second ridges are created using the same movements.

Once an entire head is finger waved, what should you do?

How do you achieve a retro look upon finishing horizontal finger waving?

_____ serve as the basis for patterns, lines, waves, and rolls that are used in a wide range of hairstyles.

Pin curls can be used only on hair that has been permanently waved.

Pin curls work best when the hair is layered and smooth wound.

What are the three parts of a pin curl?

The ____ is the stationary ______ foundation of the curl, which is the area closest to the scalp.

The ____ is the section of the pin curl between the base and the first arc _____ of the circle that gives the curl its direction and movement.

The size of the _____ determines the width of the wave and its strength.

The _____ is the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller.

The amount of mobility, or movement, in a section is known as the _____

The ______ curl is placed directly on the base of the curl. It produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows minimum mobility.

The ______ curl permits medium movement; the curl is placed half off the base and gives good control to the hair.

The _____ curl allows for the greatest mobility because the curl is placed completely off the base and gives as much freedom as the length of the stem will permit.

What shape can the base of a full stem curl be?

A(n) ______ is a section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls.

Shaping are either ____ or ____.

Curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls are called ____.

Curls produce waves that get smaller towards the ends are called ____.

What is a clockwise curl?

What is a counterclockwise curl?

What base shapes are used in pin curls?

To avoid splits in a finished, use care when selecting and forming the ______.

Where are rectangular base pin curls recommended?

Where are triangular base pin curls recommended?

How are arc base pin curls made, and where are they used?

When are square-based pin curls used?

To avoid splits when combing out a square base pin curl set, you should _____ the sectioning.

What is the technique that involves forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension?

Pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head are called ____ also known as ____.

How are pin curls used to create ridge curls?

What are skip waves?

____ curls have large center openings and are fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base.

What effect do barrel curls give?

What are cascade curls used for?

How are cascade curls fastened?

What implements and materials are needed for a wet set with rollers?

To begin the wet set, you should do what?

For a wet set, start at the ____ and part off a section the same length and width as the roller.

In a wet set with rollers, what factor determines what type of base to use?

How is the hair held when wrapping it around a roller?

What advantages do rollers have over pin curls?

What are the three parts of a roller curl?

What is the function of the base in a roller curl?

What is the appropriate size of a roller curl base?

In a roller curl, the ____ is the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller.

What is the function of the stem in a roller curl?

In a roller curl, the _____ or circle, is the hair that is wrapped around the roller.

Why is the size of a roller curl circle important?

How many times must the hair be wrapped in order to create a curl?

How many times must the hair be wrapped to create a wave?

How many times must the hair be wrapped to create a c-shaped curl?

The amount of _____ that is achieved depends on the size of the roller and how the roller sits on its base.

An on-base curl will give ___ volume.

A half-base curl will give _____ volume.

An ____ curl will give the least volume.

For versatility in styling, a(n) ___ directional wrap gives options to style in all direction while still maintaining volume.

____ is the point where curls of opposite directions meet, forming a recessed area.

Hot rollers are to be used on dry hair only.

What type of client is best suited for a velcro set?

Why do the state boards of some states and provinces disallow Velcro rollers?

How long do velcro rollers stay in the hair?

Finger waving lotion is traditionally made from ___, taken from trees found in _ and ___.

The is the stationary __ foundation of the curl, which is the area closest to the scalp.

The is the section of the pin curl between the base and the first arc _ of the circle that gives the curl its direction and movement.

Shaping are either or .

Pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head are called also known as .

During hair wrapping, starting on the heavy side of the part, using a _ paddle brush, begin to wrap hair smooth to the head shape _ or in desired style direction.

When wrapping wet hair, place the client under a hooded dryer until the hair is completely dry, usually minutes to one hour, depending on the _.

Blowdry styling is the technique of and damp hair in one operation.