Chapter Glosary Flashcards
Backbrushing
Also known as ruffing; technique used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl pattern together for a uniform and smooth comb out
Backcombing
Also known as teasing,ratting; technique of Combing small section of hair from the ends toward the scalp.
Barrel curls
Pin curls with large center openings, fastened to the head in standing position on a rectangular base.
Base
Stationary or non-moving foundation of a pin curl.
Blowdry styling
Technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation.
Carved curl
Also known sculpture 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.
Circle
The part of the the pin curl that forms a complete circle.
Closed- center curls
Pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the end.
Concentrator
Nozzle attached to the blowdryer, directs the air stream more intensely
Curl
Also known as a circle the hair that is wrap around the roller.
Diffuser
Blowdryer attachment that causes the air to flow more softly for textural definition.
Double press
Technique of passing a hot curling iron through the hair before performing a hard press
End curls
Used to give a finished appearance to hair ends.
Finger waving
Process of shaping and directing the hair into an S pattern trough the use of fingers, combs n waving lotion
Foam
Also known as mousse; a light air
Full base curls
Thermal curls that sit in the center of their base. Strong curls with full volume
Full stem curls
Curls place completely of the base. Allows for the greatest mobility
Gel
Thickened styling preparation and creates a strong hold.
Hair pressing
Method of temporarily straightening extremely curly or unruly hair by means of heated iron or comb
Hair spray
Also known as finishing spray a styling product in the form of a mist to hold a style in position.