Chapter 12 Review & Terms Flashcards
______ base pin curls are typically used on the side front hairline for a smooth, upswept effect.
Rectangular
A ______ has slender nylon and natural bristles and a tail for sectioning.
teasing brush
A ______ removes about 60 to 75 percent of the curl from the hair.
medium press
A ______ uses cling wrap as a sealant when heat from a dryer relaxes and smooths the hair.
roller wrap
A _______ has alternating short and long teeth that provide lift, volume, and fullness to the hair.
teasing comb
A stylist is curling a client’s hair for a special event. The client’s hair is fine textured and bleached. At what temperature should the thermal iron be set?
250 degrees Fahrenheit (121 degrees Celsius)
A stylist is helping a local school design hairstyles for a children’s theater performance. One actor’s style needs a hard-hold styling aid, but since it is for a child, it needs to wash out easily. Which type of product should the stylist recommend?
water-based pomade
A stylist is performing a service for a client who wants clearly defined wavy, saw tooth patterns in the hair. What should the stylist do to achieve this result?
Apply a styling spray on the hair, and allow it to dry before using a crimping iron.
Backcombing, also known as _____, ratting, matting, or French lacing, involves 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.
teasing
Before beginning an updo, a stylist should consider ______ to build the shape, design the style, and customize the hairstyle.
sectioning
Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of _______.
hard rubber
How is the appropriate amount of hold created for a strong roller set?
Apply styling gel or lotion before rolling the hair.
During a consultation a client informs the stylist of a desire to transition to natural hairstyling. Select the most appropriate question the stylist should ask to determine a look suited to the client’s desire.
What is your weekly hair care maintenance routine?
During a consultation, a client describes a desired cropped hairstyle with natural curls. The client has highly textured hair. Which method should the stylist use to achieve this style?
the coily method
During a hairstyling consultation, when cosmetologists analyze whether the hair is straight, wavy, curly, or coily, they are considering the hair’s ______.
pattern
Each of the following is a way professional hairstyling can enhance a beauty career EXCEPT:
Question 6Answer
a.
Knowing basic hairstyling techniques will allow you to become a certified wedding specialist.
b.
Hairstyling is a foundational skill for delivering a client’s desired outcome.
c.
A professional cosmetologist should be able to work with and style every hair type.
d.
Proficient hairstyling skills make a true hairdresser.
Knowing basic hairstyling techniques will allow you to become a certified wedding specialist.
For which type of thermal iron is it necessary to wear a heat-resistant glove?
clamp-free irons
Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called _____.
ribboning
How does a volume wrap differ from a roller wrap?
A volume wrap uses rollers on part of the hair with the remaining hair wrapped around the head, whereas a roller wrap uses rollers on all the hair followed by a wrap after the rollers are removed.
How is a spring iron different from a Marcel iron?
A spring controls the clamp pressure on a spring iron, and the stylist manually controls the clamp pressure on a Marcel iron.
How should a blow-dry service be performed to smooth the hair cuticle?
Direct the hot air from the scalp toward the ends of the hair.
How should a stylist performing a soft press thermal pressing service change their procedure to accommodate different hair textures and densities?
Change the size of the hair subsections.
If a client is growing locs and a bulb can be felt at the end of each loc, in which developmental stage of locs is their hair?
sprouting stage
If a cosmetologist is analyzing the diameter of hair, they must consider ______.
whether the hair is coarse, medium, or fine
It is important to _____ a new brass pressing comb so that it will hold heat evenly along its entire length and provide consistent results.
temper
It is never recommended to perform thermal pressing on ______.
bleached hair
The _______ is a classic hairstyle with a ponytail as the base that can be ornamented with flowers or kept simple.
chignon
The blowdryer attachment that alters the air flow to help keep textural definition is _______.
a diffuser
The correct temperature of the iron for thermal curling is determined by the ______.
texture of the hair
The terms _____ curls and _____ curls are used to describe the direction of pin curls.
clockwise, counterclockwise
To create tension, a cosmetologist should use a blowdryer with a concentrator attachment and a ______ brush.
styling
What is the cleansing conditioner that refreshes and adds moisture to the hair in-between the weekly shampoo routine?
co-wash
What is the purpose of using the styling aid sheen?
to give the hair a luminous appearance
What procedure is the best choice for keeping the hair pliable during a finger-waving service?
Spray the hair with water.
What process involves temporarily straightening extremely curly hair by means of a heated comb?
hair pressing
When executing an updo, inspect the shape from every angle to make sure it is _____.
well-balanced and proportioned
Which component of a pin curl should be considered if a stylist wants to change the mobility of a hairstyle?
the stem
Which implement can be used to secure long hair?
duckbill clip
Which is the most appropriate brush to use when a client desires a beveled blowout look?
styling brush
Which is the most appropriate comb to use when a stylist is creating a hairstyle with finger waves?
cutting comb (all purpose comb)
Which statement best describes natural hairstyling?
styling that does not use chemicals or alter textured hair’s natural curl or coil pattern
Which pin curls are fastened to the head in a standing position to create height in the hair design?
cascade curls
Which statement best describes co-styling?
Co-styling is the client performing techniques on the hair at home.
Which natural textured set involves opening a braid to create a texture-on-texture effect with added volume?
braid-out set
Which sentence best describes a benefit that can be realized from the stylist’s choice between a blowdryer with an AC motor or one with a DC motor?
Question 5Answer
a.
A stylist will have to purchase a new blowdryer less frequently when using a blowdryer with a DC motor.
b.
A stylist is likely to be able to dry hair more quickly using a blowdryer with a DC motor.
c.
A stylist is less likely to experience hearing damage when using a blowdryer with an AC motor.
d.
A stylist is less likely to develop hand health issues when using a blowdryer with an AC motor.
A stylist is less likely to experience hearing damage when using a blowdryer with an AC motor.
Which of the following is an advantage of using a blowdryer instead of a hooded dryer?
A blowdryer can add volume as it dries, whereas a hooded dryer cannot.
Which technique can help ensure successful smoothing of hair with a flat iron?
Move the iron down the hair shaft with a comb in front of the iron.
Which styling aid is used for wet sets?
setting foam
Which type of curl is best for one-length hair?
spiral curls
Which setting technique is done on very short to mid-length chemically relaxed hair?
hair molding
Back-brushing
also known as ruffling; technique used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out
Back-combing
also known as teasing, ratting, matting, or French lacing; 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
Bantu Knot (Nubian Knot)
also known as Nubian knot; style where hair is double-strand twisted pr coil twisted and wrapped around itself to make a knot; knots are secured by bobby pins or elastic bands
Bantu Knot-out Style
style where knots can be opened and released to create wavy and fuller loose spiral curls
Barrel Curls
pin curls with large center openings; fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base
Base
stationary, or nonmoving, foundation of a pin curl (the area closest to the scalp); the panel of hair on which a roller is placed
Blow-dry Styling
technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation
Braid-out set
style that involves individual braiding or cornrowing the hair, when the hair is either wet or dry, then opening the braid to create a crimped texture-on-texture effect with added volume
Bun
also know as a knot; the foundation technique used for this look is a ponytail and can sit high or low
Carved Curls
also known as carved or sculptured curls; pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head
Cascade Curls
also known as stand-up curls; pin curls fastened to the head in a standing position to allow the hair to flow upward and then downward
Chignon
a classic updo designed around a ponytail; a technique used in formal hairstyling
Circle
the part of the pin curl that forms a complete circle; also, the hair that is wrapped around the roller
Closed-Center Curls
pin curls that produce waves that get smaller towards the ends
Coil-Out
style where hair is combed coiled into individual coils, dried completely, then uncoiled or neatly unraveled to create a fuller, coily, textured afro style
Coily Method
weekly styling regimen used to achieve the coil’n’go/ wash’n’go style on very coily, tightly coiled, and highly textured hair created with palm coiling, or palm rolling, and finger coil techniques
Comb Coil Technique
typically styled on naturally curly, coily, or highly textured hair; this is also used to start locs
Comb Twists
style where small sections of natural hair are spiraled with fingers or comb with desired styling product to create individual formations of tight cylindrical coils
Concentrator Nozzle
nozzle attachment of a blowdryer; directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely
Co-Styling
textured hair styling techniques performed at night to preserve a textured style, then covered with a silk or satin bonnet/scarf to preserve a long-lasting textured style
Co-Wash
cleansing conditioner that refreshes and adds moisture to the hair in-between weekly shampoo routine
Curl
also known as circle; the hair that is wrapped around the roller
Curl ‘n’ go/ coil ‘n’ go
also known as wash ‘n’ go; styling method that achieves a free curly or coily defined texture after a cleanser, conditioner, or co-wash; followed by a leave-in-conditioner, curl-enhancing cream, gel or foam; hand-styling after hooded dryer, air drying, and/or diffuser
Curly Method
weekly hair styling regimen used to achieve the curl ‘n’ go/ wash ‘n’ go hairstyle on wavy, curly, and coily hair textures
Diffuser
attachment for blowdryer to define curly hair while blowdrying
Double Press
technique of passing a hot curling iron through the hair before performing a hard press
Edge Control
used on highly textured or chemically relaxed hair to smooth and control fine hair around the face’s perimeter, similar to pomade, provides hold and sleek finish
End Curls
used to give a finished appearance to hair ends turned either under or over
Finger Coiling
technique of gathering small sections of hair and twirling hair around fingers to create the coils
Finger Waving
process of shaping and directing the hair into an S pattern through the use of fingers, combs, and waving lotion
Finger-waving Lotion
also known as liquid gel; type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger waving procedure
Flat Twist
double-strand twist that are interwoven to lie flat on the scalp with various patterns without extensions
Foam
also known as mousse; a light, airy whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume into the hair
French Pleat
also known as classic French twist; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of folded hair
Full Base Curls
thermal curls that sit in the center of their base; strong curls with full volume
Full Stem Curls
curl placed completely off the base; allows for the greatest mobility
Gel
thickened styling preparation that comes in a tube or bottle and creates a strong hold
Glamour Waves
flat twist set unraveled to make a loose, wavy texture on the entire head
Hair Pressing
method of temporarily straightening extremely curly hair by means of a heated iron or comb
Hairspray
also known as finishing spray or spritz; styling product applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position; available in a variety of holding strengths
Hair Wrapping
technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight
Half Base Curls
position of a curl or a roller that sits halfway on its base and halfway behind the base, giving medium volume and movement
Half Stem Curl
curl placed half off the base; permits medium movement and gives good control to the hair
Half Updo
hairstyle where half of the hair is pulled back off the face and pinned at or below the crown
Hard Press
technique removes 100% of the curl by applying the pressing comb twice on each side of the hair
Heat Protectants
also known as thermal protection products or heat protection hair care products; used on damp hair after applying styling product and before blowdrying; protects the hair from heat damage caused by thermal styling tools like blowdryers, flat irons, and curling irons
Locs
also know as locks; separate networks of curly, textured hair that are intertwined and meshed together
Marcel Iron
considered the most professional and versatile; available as conventional stove iron or electric; allows the user to manually control the pressure of the clamp
Medium Press
technique that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl by applying a thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair, using slightly more pressure than in the soft press
Natural Hairstyling
styling that does not use chemicals or alter textured hair’s natural curl or coil pattern
No-Stem Curl
curl placed directly on its base; produces a tight, firm, long lasting curl and allow minimum mobility
Off Base Curls
the position of a curl or a roller completely off its base for maximum mobility and minimum lift or volume
Open-Center Curls
pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls
Palm Coiling
styling method using the palms of the hands in a circular, rolling motion to achieve natural defined coils
Pin Curls
wet or damp set created by coiling the hair and pinning it in place; end result varies according to section shape, base placement, and overall set pattern
Pin Curl Waves
alternating pin curl rows from clockwise to counterclockwise
Pomade
also known as wax; styling product that adds considerable weight to the hair by causing strands to join together, showing separation in the hair
Ponytail
foundation for chignon, bun, and knot; 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
Pressing Comb
also known as a hot comb or straightening comb; temporarily smooths or straightens hair; available as an electrical tool or conventional stove heated tool
Rake
styling method using the fingers in a downward motion to separate and style wavy, curly, or coily hair
Ribbioning
technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension and compact ends
Ridge Curls
pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave
Rod
round, solid prong of a thermal iron
Root Curl
curl pattern that creates volume of hair, movement, and a curl formation from scalp to ends
Scrunch
styling method that uses the inside of the hands to squeeze the hair strands together and create tighter defined curls
Serum
also known as silicone; adds gloss and sheen to the hair while creating textural definition
Setting Foam
light whipped version of setting lotion used to perform wet sets, creates smooth, sleek finishes on textured hair to define curls and add soft control with shine
Shaping
section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls
Sheen
oil that gives hair a luminous appearance during and after styling, also referred to as shine spray or gloss
Shell
clamp that presses the hair against the barrel or rod of a thermal iron
SIsterlocs
an interlocking method that uses a special tool to instantly loc any straight, relaxed, wavy, curly, coily, or highly textured hair starting from the hair ends
Skip Waves
two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head
Soft Press
technique of pressing hair to remove 50 to 60 percent of the curl by applying the thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair
Spiral Curl
method of curling the hair by winding a strand around the rod
Spiral Rod Set
set done with rods, flexi-rods, or curl reformers of all sizes; hair is wrapped around a vertical rod, moving up the rod in a spiral movement
Sponge
tool used to create tiny or chunky coils on very curly and coily textures
Spring Iron
most common consumer type of iron; features a spring-loaded clamp that is controlled by the thumb to firmly grip the hair against the barrel
Stem
section of the pin curl between the base and first arc (turn) of the circle that gives the girl its direction and movement; the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller
Styling Cream
styling product with a gel-like consistency that offers low to medium hold with a natural-looking shine to minimum frizz
Styling Lotion
styling product with creamy consistency; alcohol-free; allows for a light hold with a natural effect
Temper
process used to condition a new brass pressing comb so it heats evenly
Textured Styles and Sets
style for natural curly or coily hair textures that elongates the natural frizz and makes a smooth-silky curl, wavy, or zigzag pattern when the hair is set wet or dry
Thermal Irons
implements made of quality steel that are used to curl dry hair
Thermal Waving and Curling
also known as Marcel waving; methods of waving and curling straight or pressed dry hair using thermal irons and special manipulative curling techniques
Twist-out
double-strand twist set unraveled and opened to create a spirally, full-crimped effect
Updo
hairstyle in which the hair is arranged up and off the shoulders
Volume Base Curls
thermal curls placed very high on their base; provide maximum lift or volume
Volumizer
adds volume, especially at the base, when wet hair is blown dry
Wave
create an S pattern and give texture and volume to the hair; popular classic technique that can be applied on any texture and length, usually a surface enhancer
