Chapter 12 Hairstyling vocab

Question 1

Backbrushing

Answer 1

aka ruffing; technique used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns together for a smooth comb out

Question 2

Backcombing

Answer 2

aka teasing/ratting; combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a cushion or base

Question 3

barrel curls

Answer 3

pin curls with large center openings; fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base

Question 4

base

Answer 4

stationary, or nonmoving, foundation of a pin curl (area closest to the scalp); the panel of hair that a roller is placed on

Question 5

blowdry styling

Answer 5

technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation

Question 6

bun

Answer 6

aka knot; the foundation technique used for this look is a ponytail and can sit high or low

Question 7

carved curls

Answer 7

pin curls sliced from a shaped and formed without lifteing the hair from the head

Question 8

cascade curls

Answer 8

aka stand up curls; pin curls fastened to the head in a standing position to allow the hair to flow upward and then downward

Question 9

chigno n

Answer 9

a classic updo designed around a ponytail; a technique used in formal hairstyling

Question 10

circle

Answer 10

the part of the pin curl that forms a complete circle; also, the hair that is wrapped around the roller

Question 11

closed center curls

Answer 11

pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the ends

Question 12

concentrator nozzle

Answer 12

nozzle attachment of a blow dryer; directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely

Question 13

curl

Answer 13

aka circe; the hair that is wrapped around the roller

Question 14

diffuser

Answer 14

attachment for blow dryer to define curly hair while blow dryer

Question 15

double press

Answer 15

technique of passing a hot curling iron through the hair before performing a hard press

Question 16

end curls

Answer 16

used to give a finished appearance to hair ends turned either under or over

Question 17

finer waving

Answer 17

process of shaping and directing the hair into an S pattern through the use fingers, combs, and waving lotion

Question 18

finger waving lotion

Answer 18

aka liquid gel; type of hair gel that makes hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger waving procedure

Question 19

foam

Answer 19

aka mousse; a light airy whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume into the hair

Question 20

french pleat

Answer 20

aka classic french twist; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of folded hair

Question 21

full base curls

Answer 21

thermal curls that sit in the center of their base; strong curls with full volume

Question 22

full stem curl

Answer 22

curl placed completely off base; allows for the greatest mobility

Question 23

gel

Answer 23

thickened styling preparation that comes in a tube or bottle and creates a strong hold

Question 24

hair pressing

Answer 24

method of temporarily straightening extremely curly hair by means of heated iron or comb

Question 25

hairspraying

Answer 25

aka finishing spray; styling product applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position; available in a variety of holding strengths

Question 26

hair wrapping

Answer 26

technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight

Question 27

half base

Answer 27

position of a curl or roller that sits halfway on its base

Question 28

half base curls

Answer 28

curls that sit half on base and half behind; gives medium volume and movement

Question 29

half stem curl

Answer 29

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

Question 30

half updo

Answer 30

hairstyle where half of the hair is pulled back off the face and pinned at or below the crown

Question 31

hard press

Answer 31

technique that removes 100% of curl by applying the pressing comb twice on each side

Question 32

indentation

Answer 32

the point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area

Question 33

liquid gels

Answer 33

aka texturizers; styling products that are lighter and less viscous that firm hold gels, used for easy styling defining and molding

Question 34

medium press

Answer 34

technique that removes 60-75% of curl by applying a thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair, using slightly more pressure than in soft press

Question 35

no stem curl

Answer 35

curl placed directly on its bae; produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows min. mobility

Question 36

off base

Answer 36

the position of a curl or roller completely off its base for max mobility and min volume

Question 37

off base curls

Answer 37

thermal curls placed completely off its base, offering only slight lift or volume

Question 38

on base

Answer 38

aka full base; position of a curl/roller directly on its base for max volume

Question 39

open center curls

Answer 39

pin curls that produce even, smoother waves and uniform curls

Question 40

pomade

Answer 40

aka wax; styling product that adds considerable weight to the hair by causing strands to join together, showing separation in the hair

Question 41

ponytail

Answer 41

the foundation for a chignon, bun and knot, and can be worn classic or trendy; can be placed on various parts of the head and is the most commonly used hairstyle because of its versatility

Question 42

ribboning

Answer 42

technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension

Question 43

ridge curls

Answer 43

pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave

Question 44

rod

Answer 44

round, solid prong of a thermal iron

Question 45

root curl

Answer 45

a curl pattern that creates volume of hair, movement, and a curl formation from roots to ends

Question 46

shaping

Answer 46

section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls

Question 47

shell

Answer 47

the clamp that presses the hair against the barrel or rod of a thermal iron

Question 48

silicone

Answer 48

aka serum; adds gloss to the hair wile creating textural definition

Question 49

skip waves

Answer 49

two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head

Question 50

soft press

Answer 50

technique of pressing the hair to remove 50-60% of the curl by applying the thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair

Question 51

spiral curl

Answer 51

method of curling the hair by winding a strand around the rod

Question 52

stem

Answer 52

section of pin curl between the base and first turn of curl; hair between scalp and first curl

Question 53

straightening gel

Answer 53

styling product applied to damp hair that is wavy, curly, or extremely curl and then blown dry; relaxes the hair for a smooth, straight look

Question 54

temper

Answer 54

a process used to condition a new brass pressing comb so that it heats evenly

Question 55

thermal irons

Answer 55

implements made of quality steel that are used to curl dry hair

Question 56

thermal protection product

Answer 56

aka heat protection; used on damp hair before blow drying; protects the hair from heat damage caused by thermal tools like blow dryers etc…

Question 57

thermal waving and curling

Answer 57

aka marcel waving; method of waving and curling straight or pressed dry hair using thermal irons and special manipulative curling techniques

Question 58

twist

Answer 58

“french pleat”; used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of conical shape

Question 59

updo

Answer 59

hairstyle in which the hair is arranged up and off the shoulders

Question 60

volume base curls

Answer 60

thermal curls placed very high on their base; provide max lift or volume

Question 61

volumizers

Answer 61

styling products that add volume, especially at the base, when wet hair is blown dry

Question 62

waves

Answer 62

creates an ‘S’ pattern and give texture and volume to the hair; classic technique that can be applied on any texture and length, usually as a surface enhancer