Question | Answer |
Technique used to build a soft cushion or mesh two or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb-out; also called ruffing. | back-brushing |
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; also called teasing,ratting,matting, or French lacing | back-combing |
Pin curls with large center openings, fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base. | barrel curls |
Stationary, or nonmoving, foundation of a pin curl, which is the area closet to the scalp; the panel of hair on which a roller is placed. | base |
Technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation. | blow-dry styling |
Pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting hair from the head. | carved curls |
Pin curls fastened to the head in a standing position to allow the hair to flow upward and then downward. | cascade or stand-uo curls |
The part of the pin curl that forms a complete circle; also, the hair that is wrapped around the roller. | circle |
Pin curls that produce waves that get smalller toward the end. | closed-center curls |
Hair that is wrapped around the roller; also called circle. | curl |
Nozzle attachment of a blow-dryer; directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely. | concentrator |
Blow-dryer attachment that causes the air to flow more softly and helps to accentuate or keep textural definition. | diffuser |
Technique of passing a hot curling iron through the hair before performing a hard press. | double press |
Used to give a finished appearance to hair ends either turned under or over. | end curls |
Process of shaping and directing the hair into a pattern of "S"-shaped waves through the use of fingers,combs and waving lotion. | finger waving |
Hairspray used to lock in a style after completion. | finishing spray |
A light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume into the hair. | foam or mousse |
Thermal curls that sit in the center of their base; strong curls with full volume. | full-base curls |
Curl placed completely off the base; allows for the greatest mobility. | full-stem curl |
Thickened styling preparation that comes in a tube or bottle that has a strong hold. | gel |
Method of temporarily straightening extremely curly or unruly hair by means of a heated iron or comb. | hair pressing |
A styling product applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position; available in a variety of holding strengths. | hair spray |
A technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight. | hair wrapping |
Position of a curl or a roller one-half off its base, giving medium volume and movement. | half base |
Thermal curls placed half off their base; strong curls with moderate lift or volume. | half-bsse curls |
Curl(circle) placed half off the base; permits medium movement and gives good control to the hair. | half-stem curl |
Technique that removes 100 percent of the curl by applying the pressing comb twice on each side of the hair. | hard press |
The point where the curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area. | indentation |
Styling products that are lighter and more viscous or sticky than firm-hold gels, used for easy styling,defining, and molding. | liquid gels or texturizers |
Technique removing 60 percent 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. | medium press |
Curl placed directly on its base;produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows minimum mobility. | no-stem curl |
The position of a curl or a roller completely off its base for maximum mobility and minimum volume. | off base |
Thermal curls placed completely off their base; have only slight lift or volume. | off-base curls |
Position of a curl or roller directly on its base for maximum volume; also called full base. | on base |
Pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls. | open-center curls |
Styling products that add considerable weight to the hair by causing strands to join together, showing seperation in the hair. | pomade or wax |
Technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension. | ribboning |
Pin curls placed immediately behind or below the ridge to form a wave. | ridge curls |
Round, solid prong of a thermal iron. | rod |
Section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls. | shaping |
The clamp that presses tha hair against the barrel or rod of a thermal iron. | shell |
Styling product ingredient that adds gloss and sheen to the hair while creating textural definition. | silicone |
Two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head. | skip waves |
Technique of pressing the hair to remove 50 to 60 percent of the curl by applying the thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair. | soft press |
Method of curling the hair by winding a strand around the rod. | spiral curl |
Section of the pin curl between the base and first arc(turn) of the circle that gives the circle its direction and movement; the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller. | stem |
Styling product applied to damp hair that is wavy, curly or extremely curly, and then blown-dry; relaxes the hair fot a smooth, straight look. | straightening gel |
An implement comprised of a rod handle, shell handle, barrel or rod, and shell that is made of quality steel used to dry hair using heat. | thermal irons |
Methods of waving and curling straight or pressed hair using thermal irons and special manipulative curling techniques on dry hair. | thermal waving lotion and curling |
Hairstyle in which the hair is arranged up and off the shoulders. | updo |
Thermal curls placed very high on their base; provide maximum lift or volume. | voulme-base curls |
Styling product that adds volume to the shape, especially at the base, when the hair is blow-dried. | volumizer |
Type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger waving procedure. | waving lotion |