Milady's Chapter 14 Haircutting Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of an angle in haircutting?

The area of the head between the apex and back of the parietal ridge

Space between two lines or surfaces that intersect at a given point (correct)

The outermost perimeter along the face

Technique using diagonal lines by cutting hair ends

What is the apex?

Highest point on the top of the head

What is a bang (fringe)?

Triangular section that begins at the apex and ends at the front corners

What does beveling refer to in haircutting?

Technique using diagonal lines by cutting hair ends with a slight increase in length Signup and view all the answers

What is a blunt haircut?

Haircut in which all the hair comes to one hanging level, forming a weight line or area Signup and view all the answers

What is carving?

Haircutting technique done by placing the still blade into the hair and resting it on the scalp, then moving the shears through the hair while opening and partially closing the shears Signup and view all the answers

Define clipper-over-comb.

Haircutting technique similar to scissor-over-comb, except that the clippers move side to side across the comb rather than bottom to top Signup and view all the answers

What is cross-checking?

Parting the haircut in the opposite way from which you cut it, to check for precision of line and shape Signup and view all the answers

What is the crown of the head?

Area of the head between the apex and back of the parietal ridge Signup and view all the answers

What is a cutting line?

Angle at which the fingers are held when cutting, and ultimately the line that is cut; also known as finger angle Signup and view all the answers

Define distribution in haircutting.

Where and how hair is moved over the head Signup and view all the answers

What is elevation in haircutting?

Angle or degree at which a subsection of hair is held, or lifted, from the head when cutting; also referred to as projection or lifting Signup and view all the answers

What are the four corners in haircutting?

Points on the head that signal a change in the shape of the head, from flat to round or vice versa Signup and view all the answers

What is free-hand notching?

Notching technique in which pieces of hair are snipped out at random intervals Signup and view all the answers

What does free-hand slicing do?

Technique used to release weight from the subsection, allowing the hair to move more freely Signup and view all the answers

Define graduated haircut.

Graduated shape or wedge; an effect or haircut that results from cutting the hair with tension, low to medium elevation or over direction Signup and view all the answers

What is graduation in haircutting?

Elevation occurs when a section is lifted above 0 degrees Signup and view all the answers

What is a growth pattern in haircutting?

Direction in which the hair grows from the scalp; also referred to as natural fall or natural falling position Signup and view all the answers

What is a guideline in haircutting?

Section of hair, located either at the perimeter or the interior of the cut, that determines the length the hair will be cut Signup and view all the answers

Define hairline.

Hair that grows at the outermost perimeter along the face, around the ears, and on the neck Signup and view all the answers

What is the head form?

Shape of the head, which greatly affects the way the hair falls and behaves Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by interior in haircutting?

Inner or internal part Signup and view all the answers

What is an interior guideline?

Guideline that is inside the haircut rather than on the perimeter Signup and view all the answers

What is a layered haircut?

Graduated effect achieved by cutting the hair with elevation or over-direction; the hair is cut at higher elevations, usually 90 degrees or above, which removes weight Signup and view all the answers

What are layers in haircutting?

Create movement and volume in the hair by releasing weight Signup and view all the answers

What is a line in haircutting?

Thin continuous mark used as a guide; can be straight or curved, horizontal, vertical, or diagonal Signup and view all the answers

What is a long-layered haircut?

Haircut in which the hair is cut at 180-degree angle; the resulting shape has shorter layers at the top and increasingly longer layers toward the perimeter Signup and view all the answers

What is the nape?

Back part of the neck; the hair below the occipital bone Signup and view all the answers

What does notching refer to?

Version of point cutting in which the tips of the scissors are moved toward the hair ends rather than into them; creates a chunkier effect Signup and view all the answers

What is over-direction?

Combing a section 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 Signup and view all the answers

What is palm-to-palm cutting?

Cutting position in which the palms of both hands are facing each other Signup and view all the answers

What is the parietal ridge?

Widest area of the head, usually starting at the temples and ending at the bottom of the crown Signup and view all the answers

What does parting mean?

Line dividing the hair to the scalp that separates one section of hair from another or creates subsections Signup and view all the answers

What is the perimeter in a hairstyle?

Outer line of a hairstyle Signup and view all the answers

What is point cutting?

Haircutting technique in which the tips of the shears are used to cut 'points' into the ends of the hair Signup and view all the answers

Define razor-over-comb.

Texturizing technique in which the comb and the razor are used on the surface of the hair Signup and view all the answers

What is razor rotation?

Texturizing technique similar to razor-over-comb, done with small circular motions Signup and view all the answers

What are reference points in haircutting?

Point on the head that marks where the surface of the head changes or the behavior of the hair changes, such as ears, jawline, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What are sections in haircutting?

To divide the hair by parting into uniform working areas for control Signup and view all the answers

What is scissor-over-comb?

Haircutting technique in which the hair is held in place with the comb while the tips of the scissors are used to remove the lengths Signup and view all the answers

What is slicing in haircutting?

Technique that removes bulk and adds movement through the lengths of the hair; the shears are not completely closed, and only the portion of the blades near the pivot is used Signup and view all the answers

What is slide cutting?

Method of cutting or thinning the hair in which the fingers and shears glide along the edge of the hair to remove length Signup and view all the answers

What is slithering (effilating)?

Process of thinning the hair to graduated lengths with shears; cutting the hair with a sliding movement of the shears while keeping the blades partially open Signup and view all the answers

What is a stationary guideline?

Guideline that does not move Signup and view all the answers

What are subsections in haircutting?

Smaller sections within a larger section of hair, used to maintain control of the hair while cutting Signup and view all the answers

What are tapers in haircutting?

Haircutting effect in which there is an even blend from very short at the hairline to longer length as you move up the head Signup and view all the answers

Define tension in haircutting.

Amount of pressure applied when combing and holding a section, created by stretching or pulling the section Signup and view all the answers

What does texturizing do?

Removing excess bulk without shortening the length; changing the appearance or behavior of the hair through specific haircutting techniques, using shears, thinning shears, or a razor Signup and view all the answers

What is a traveling guideline?

Guideline that moves as the haircutting progresses, used often when creating layers or graduation Signup and view all the answers

What are uniform layers?

Hair is elevated to 90 degrees from the scalp and cut at the same length Signup and view all the answers

What is a weight line?

Visual 'line' in the haircut, where the ends of the hair hang together Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Haircutting Terms and Techniques

Angle: Measurement of the space between intersecting lines or surfaces.
Apex: Highest point on the head, used as a reference in shaping haircuts.
Bang (Fringe): Triangular section of hair starting at the apex and ending at the front corners, framing the face.
Beveling: Cutting technique utilizing diagonal lines for a subtle length increase.
Blunt Haircut: A uniform haircut where all hair is cut to a single length, creating a weight line.
Carving: A technique involving the shears placed against the scalp, cutting while manipulating blade movement.
Clipper-Over-Comb: Clipper technique moving side to side instead of through the hair length, for shorter styles.
Cross-Checking: Checking precision by parting the hair opposite to the original cut.
Crown: Area located between the apex and back of the parietal ridge, important for hair fall.
Cutting Line: The angle of fingers during a haircut which defines the cut's line, also known as finger angle.

Hair Characteristics and Cutting Methods

Distribution: Refers to how hair is moved across the head during cutting.
Elevation: The angle at which hair is lifted while cutting; can also be referred to as projection.
Four Corners: Key points indicating transitions in the shape of the head, impacting haircut design.
Free-Hand Notching: Cutting technique that randomly snips pieces of hair to create texture.
Free-Hand Slicing: Allows hair to move more freely by releasing weight using slicing cuts.
Graduated Haircut: Haircut producing a wedge shape, achieved through tension with low to medium elevation.
Graduation: Created by lifting hair above a zero-degree angle, producing a layered effect.
Growth Pattern: The natural direction hair grows from the scalp, essential for achieving a natural look.

Guiding Principles in Haircutting

Guideline: A reference section defining the desired length of the haircut, vital for consistency.
Hairline: The outermost perimeter of hair growth around the face and neck.
Head Form: The shape of the head which influences how hair naturally drapes.
Interior: Refers to the inside part of a haircut, affecting volume and movement.
Interior Guideline: Guideline located within the haircut rather than the perimeter.
Layered Haircut: Achieved by cutting hair at elevated angles, introducing texture and volume.
Layers: Provides movement and volume while removing excess weight from the hair.
Line: A continuous mark serving as a guide in haircutting, can be straight, curved, or angled.

Specific Haircutting Techniques

Long-Layered Haircut: Haircut at a 180-degree angle, yielding shorter layers on top and longer layers towards the perimeter.
Nape: Area at the back of the neck beneath the occipital bone, often styled or cut with precision.
Notching: Technique creating a chunkier texture effect by cutting tips of the hair.
Over-Direction: Combing away from the natural fall, used to achieve varied lengths.
Palm-to-Palm: Cutting position where palms face each other, promoting control and symmetry.

Haircut Structure and Techniques

Parietal Ridge: The widest area on the head, from temples to crown, crucial for shaping hairstyles.
Part/Parting: Line dividing hair into sections for more manageable cutting.
Perimeter: The outer boundary of a hairstyle, defining its shape.
Point Cutting: Technique using the shears’ tips to create texture by cutting "points" into hair ends.
Razor-Over-Comb: Texturizing method combining a comb and razor for softer edges.

Advanced Techniques and Guidelines

Razor Rotation: Similar to razor-over-comb but involves circular motions for subtle blending.
Reference Points: Markers on the head helping in understanding head shape and hair behavior.
Sections: Dividing hair into uniform areas facilitates control during cutting.
Scissor-Over-Comb: Technique where scissors remove hair lengths while the comb holds hair in place.
Slicing: Method that thins hair while adding movement; involves partially closed shears.

Finishing Techniques

Slide Cutting: Thinning method where fingers and shears glide along hair edges to adjust length.
Slithering (Effilating): Thinning technique using a sliding motion of shears to create graduated lengths.
Stationary Guideline: A fixed reference point during cutting, ensuring consistency in length.
Subsections: Smaller divisions of hair used during a haircut for better control.
Tapers: Haircutting effect creating a smooth transition from short to longer lengths.
Tension: Pressure applied while holding and combing hair, impacting the haircut outcome.
Texturizing: Removing bulk through specific techniques while maintaining length for a balanced look.
Traveling Guideline: Moves with the haircutting progress, beneficial in layering or graduation.
Uniform Layers: Hair is elevated to 90 degrees and cut at the same length, resulting in balanced layers.
Weight Line: Visual line in a haircut where hair ends collectively hang, defining shape and style.

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Milady's Chapter 14 - Haircutting Flashcards