Combination of techniques Flashcards
What is the average rate of hair growth a month?
1.25 cm (1/2 inch) per month
Why should you protect clients from hair clippings?
- To protect the clients clothing
2. To ensure comfort through the cutting process
What safety considerations have to be taken into account when cutting hair?
- Ensure all tools are fit for purpose
- Use tools only for this intended purpose
- Carry all tools in a safe manner
- Clean and sterilise tools after use
- Oil cutting tools as required
- Check setting of clipper blades before use
- Professionally sharpening scissors
Replacing clipper blades - Servicing clippers
- Pat testing electrical clippers.
(EU carry clean Oil checkpoints Professionally servicing Patriarchy)
What are the two different categories of promoting sustainable work practice
- Reducing waste (Recycle, reuse, safe disposal)
2. Reducing Energy use (Energy efficient hairdryers, low energy lighting, utilising solar panels etc)
What types of working practices can be used that protect the environment?
- Reducing water usage and other resources (e.g. energy: therefore preventing pollution)
- Using Disposable items (Easy dry towels) using recycled, eco friendly furniture
- Using low chemical paint
What types of products can be used that promote environmental working practices?
- Use organic and allergy free hair products - using ultra low ammonia hair colourants (also organic range)
- Using environmentally friendly product packaging
- Choosing responsible domestic products (fair trade) encouraging carbon reducing journeys to work.
Why should we consult with the client throughout the cutting process?
To accurately establish the client’s wishes, to provide accurate information to the client, to confirm the progress of the haircut in meeting the client’s expectation
Describe 6 Techniques or methods used when consulting with a client to help them come to an informed decision on a new look
1. Speak clearly 2 Visual Aids 3 be accurate 4 be clear 5 be honest 6 be diplomatic
Explain why each of the following factors must be taken into consideration prior and during cutting
Suspected infection/infestation
To avoid cross infestation and infection, to prevent spreading from person to person
Explain why this factor must be taken into consideration prior and during cutting
Head, face and body shape
Haircut requested May be unflattering to clients face
Explain why client requirements must be taken into consideration prior and during cutting
The requirements might be impossible
Explain why classification must be taken prior and during cutting
To ensure the suitability of style
Choice of haircut might be unachievable
May influence tools, equipment, and technique
Explain why hair elasticity must be taken into consideration when cutting wet and dry hair
Tension must be adapted to hair’s elasticity
Hair must be kept wet during cutting to achieve even result
Explain why hair length must be taken into consideration when cutting wet and dry hair
Hair is more elastic when wet. Care is needed not to cut the hair too short. Natural fall of the hair must be considered and cut accordingly
Describe how hair growth patterns can affect the way the hair is cut
You must work with, not against the hair growth pattern
Describe how hair density can affect the way the hair is cut
Use small sections to achieve even result
Why should products be removed from the hair prior to cutting?
To enable the hair type, texture, density, growth patterns, baldness to be identified
TO enable the haircut to be completed with minimal discomfort to client
To enable cutting tool and equipment to operate effectively
To enable the haircut to be completed accurately and in accordance with the client requirements
Cutting techniques. Explain the reasons for establishing and following guidelines
Maintain balance Accuracy of haircut Professional Minimise mistakes Build client rapport
Describe how to adapt your cutting techniques to personalise the hair cut
Texturising
thinning
Which one of these can be used with either wet or dry hair?
Scissors
Clippers
Razors
Scissors (Both wet and dry hair)
Clippers (Only dry hair)
Razors (Only wet hair)
How many millimetres are these following clipper attachment
No 1 attachment
no 4 attachment
3mm or 1/8th inch
13mm or 1/2 inch
What effect does graduating create on a haircut?
It builds up weight
What effect does layering have on a haircut?
It Reduces weight
What effect does Tapering have on a haircut
(Vertical grad) Diminishes/reduces thickness in ends of hair. Blends to natural hairline of skin
What effect does club cutting create?
Same as blunt cutting. Sharp strong solid line
What effect does Scissor over comb and clipper over comb create?
It lends short to long
What effect does thinning and texturising create?
Removes weight
Creates definition and separation
Defines the shape
What effect does disconnecting achieve?
Two separate cuts. more creative shape
What is the purpose of a freehand technique?
Remove graduation , creates a strong line
