Cutting hair/ creating detailing and lines

Question 1

Would you use scissors on wet hair, dry hair or both?

Answer 1

Both

Question 2

Would you use clippers on wet hair, dry hair or both?

Answer 2

Dry only. If used on wet hair, it could pull and remove too much as the hair clumps together.

Question 3

Would you use a razor on wet hair, dry hair or both?

Answer 3

Both. However if used on dry hair it could pull the hair causing discomfort for the client.

Question 4

What is the predominant angle used for a uniform cut?

Answer 4

90 degrees

Question 5

What is the predominant angle used in a graduation cut?

Answer 5

Anything above or below 90 degrees

Question 6

What is the predominant angle used in a one length cut?

Answer 6

0 degrees

Question 7

Why must gloves be worn when using a razor?

Answer 7

To prevent cross infection

Question 8

Why is it important to position tools for ease of use?

Answer 8

For an efficient service, prevent fatigue, reduce the risk of an accident.

Question 9

Why must clients be protected from hair clippings?

Answer 9

For client comfort and to protect clothing.

Question 10

Why must you confirm the final result with the client?

Answer 10

To ensure the client is happy.

Question 11

How might male pattern baldness effect the choice of style (cut)?

Answer 11

May need to be adapted to cover baldness

Question 12

How might piercings effect the cutting service?

Answer 12

Piercings may need to be removed if too close to the cutting area.

Question 13

How might head and face shape effect the cutting service?

Answer 13

The style may not be suitable for the face shape.

Question 14

How might adverse skin conditions effect the cutting service?

Answer 14

Service may not be able to be carried out. May prevent the use of certain products. Style may need to be adapted to cover eczema etc.

Question 15

What factors need to be considered when cutting hair?

Answer 15

Growth patterns. Hair style. Cutting techniques to be used. Elasticity.

Question 16

What is the average growth rate per month?

Answer 16

1.25 cm (1/2 inch)

Question 17

What is the main cause of male pattern baldness?

Answer 17

It is hereditary.

Question 18

How would you maintain your scissors?

Answer 18

Clean and sterilise after each client.

Question 19

How would you maintain your clippers?

Answer 19

Remove any hair clippings. Use clippercide after each cut.

Question 20

How would you maintain your razor?

Answer 20

Dispose of blades after every cut, in a sharps bin. For fixed blades, sterilise after every client.

Question 21

What effect is created with scissor over comb?

Answer 21

Short graduation

Question 22

What effect is created with fading?

Answer 22

Very close cut blended into the rest of the hair.

Question 23

Why is tension important when cutting hair?

Answer 23

Too much tension will result in the hair being cut too short. Uneven tension will give an uneven result.

Question 24

What effects can be achieved using trimmers?

Answer 24

Defines and outlines. Create designs.

Question 25

What effects can be achieved using clippers?

Answer 25

Removing bulk. Create fading and blending.

Question 26

What effects can be achieved using No 2 attachment?

Answer 26

Hair is cut to 6mm

Question 27

What effects can be achieved using No 4 attachment?

Answer 27

Hair is cut to 12mm