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Hairstyling

Question	Answer
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.
backcombing	Also known as teasing, ratting, matting, or French lacing; 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.
barrel curls	Pin curls with large center openings, fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base.
base	Stationary, or nonmoving, foundation of a pin curl (the area closest to the scalp); the panel of hair on which a roller is placed.
blowdry styling	Technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation.
carved curls	Also known as sculptured 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 to allow the hair to flow upward and then downward.
circle	The part of the pin curl that forms a complete circle; also, the hair that is wrapped around the roller.
closed-center curls	Pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the end.
concentrator	Nozzle attachment of a blowdryer; directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely.
curl	Also known as circle; the hair that is wrapped around the roller.
diffuser	Blowdryer attachment that causes the air to flow more softly and helps to accentuate or keep 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 either turned under or over.
finger waving	Process of shaping and directing the hair into an S pattern through the use of the fingers, combs, and waving lotion.
foam	Also known as mousse; a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume into the hair.
full-base curls	Thermal curls that sit in the center of their base; strong curls with full volume.
full-stem curl	Curl placed completely off the base; allows for the greatest mobility.
gel	Thickened styling preparation that comes in a tube or bottle and creates a strong hold.
hair pressing	Method of temporarily straightening extremely curly or unruly hair by means of a heated iron or comb.
hair spray	Also known as finishing spray; a styling product applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position; available in a variety of holding strengths.
hair wrapping	A technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight.
half base	Position of a curl or a roller that sits halfway on its base and halfway behind the base, giving medium volume and movement.
half-base curls	Thermal curls placed half off their base; strong curls with moderate lift or volume.
half-stem curl	Curl placed half off the base; permits medium movement and gives good control to the hair.
hard press	Technique that removes 100 percent of the curl by applying the pressing comb twice on each side of the hair.
indentation	The point where curls of opposite directions meet, forming a recessed area.
knot	Also known as chignon; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates the look of a knot or bun.
liquid gels	Also known as texturizers; styling products that are lighter and less viscous than firm hold gels, used for easy styling, defining, and molding.
medium press	Technique that removes 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.
no-stem curl	Curl placed directly on its base; produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows minimum mobility
off base	The position of a curl or a roller completely off its base for maximum mobility and minimum volume.
off-base curls	Thermal curls placed completely off their base, offering only slight lift or volume.
on base	Also known as full base; position of a curl or roller directly on its base for maximum volume.
open-center curls	Pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls.
pleat	Also known as classic French twist; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of folded hair.
pomade	Also known as wax; styling products that add considerable weight to the hair by causing strands to join together, showing separation in the hair.
ribboning	Technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension.
ridge curls	Pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave.
rod	Round, solid prong of a thermal iron.
shaping	Section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls.
shell	The clamp that presses the hair against the barrel or rod of a thermal iron.
skip waves	Two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head.
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.
spiral cur	Method of curling the hair by winding a strand around the rod.
stem	Section of the pin curl between the base and first arc (turn) of the circle that gives the curl its direction and movement; the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller.
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.
temper	A process used to condition a new brass pressing comb so that it heats evenly.
thermal irons	Implements made of quality steel that are used to curl dry hair.
thermal waving and curling	Also known as Marcel waving; methods of waving and curling straight or pressed dry hair using thermal irons and special manipulative curling techniques.
twist	A technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of conical shape.
updo	Hairstyle in which the hair is arranged up and off the shoulders.
volume-base curls	Thermal curls placed very high on their base; provide maximum lift or volume.
volumizers	Styling products that add volume, especially at the base, when wet hair is blown dry.
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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