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Cosmetology

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backbrushing   also known as ruffing; technique used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out  
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backcombing   Also known as teasing,ratting, matting and French lacing; combing small sections of hair from the ends towards the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a cushion or base  
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barrel curls   pin curls with large center openings, fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base  
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base   stationary foundation of a pin curl; the panel of hair on which a roller is placed  
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blowdry styling   technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation  
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carved curls   pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head  
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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  
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circle   the part of the pin curl that forms a complete circle; also, the hair that is wrapped around the roller  
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closed center curls   pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the end  
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concentrator   nozzle attachment of a blow dryer; directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely  
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Curl   the hair that is wrapped around the roller  
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diffuser   blow dryer attachment that causes the hair to flow more softly and helps to accentuate or keep texural definition  
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double press   technique of passing a hot curling iron through the hair before performing a hard press  
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end curls   used to give a finished appearance to hair ends either turned under or over  
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finger waving   process of shaping and directing the hair into a pattern of "s" shaped waves through the use of the fingers, combs, and waving lotions  
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foam   Also known as mousse; a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume into the hair.  
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full-base curls   thermal curls that sit in the center of their base; strong curls with full volume  
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full-stem curl   curl placed completely off the base; allows for the greatest mobility  
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gel   thickened styling preperation that comes in a tube or bottle and has strong hold  
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hair pressing   method of teporarily straightening extremely curly or unruly hair by means of a heated iron or comb  
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hair spray   a styling product applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position; available in a variety of holding strengths  
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hair wrapping   a technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight  
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half base   position of a curl or a roller one half off its base, giving medium volume and movement  
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half-base curls   thermal curls placed half off their base; strong curls with moderate lift or volume  
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half-stem curl   curl placed half off the base; permits medium movement and gives good control to the hair  
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hard press   technique that removes 100 percent of the curl by applying the pressing comb twice on each side of the hair  
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indentation   the point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area  
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knot   also known as chignon; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates the look of a knot or bun  
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liquid gels   styling products that are lighter and more viscous or sticky than firm-hold gels, used for easy styling, defining and molding  
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medium press   technique removing 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  
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no-stem curl   curl placed directly on its base; produces a tight, firm, long lasting curl and allows minimum mobility  
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off base   the position of a curl or a roller completely off its base for maximum mobility and minimum volume  
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off-base curls   thermal curls placed completely off their base; have only slight lift or volume  
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on base   position of a curl or roller directly on its base for maximum volume; also called full base  
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open-center curls   pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls  
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pleat   Also known as classic French Twist; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of folded hair  
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pomade   also known as wax; styling products that add considerable weight to the hair by causing strands to join together, showing seperation in the hair  
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ribboning   technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension  
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ridge curls   pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave  
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rod   round, solid prong of a thermal iron  
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shaping   Section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls.  
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shell   the clamp that presses the hair against the barrel or rod of a thermal iron  
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skip waves   two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head  
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soft press   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  
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spiral curl   method of curling the hair by winding a strand around the rod  
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stem   section of the pin curl between the base and first arc of the circle that gives the circle its direction and movement; the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller  
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straightening gel   styling product applied to damp hair that is wavy, curly, or extremely curly, and then blown dry; relaxes the hair for a smooth, straight look  
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temper   A process used to condition a new brass pressing comb so that it heats evenly.  
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thermal irons   an implement comprised of a rod handle, barrel or rod, and shell that is made of quality steel used to dry hair using heat  
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thermal waving and curling   methods of waving and curling straight or pressed hair using thermal irons and special manipulative curling techniques on dry hair  
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twist   a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of conical shape  
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updo   A hairstyle with the hair arranged up and off the shoulders, and secured with implements such as hairpins, bobby pins and elastics  
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volume-base curls   thermal curls placed very high on their base; provide maximum lift or volume  
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volumizers   Styling products that add volume, especially at the base, when wet hair is blown dry.  
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waving lotion   type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger waving procedure  
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