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Level 2 Hairdressing
Cutting Unit Question
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the most important thing to consider when cutting to achieve an even result? | The degree of tension |
| What is the purpose of cross checking a cut? | To achieve a balanced finish |
| What is a contra-indication | Any reason that prevents a service or treatment from being carried out |
| What is the correct way to hold scissors when cutting? | Insert 3rd finger and thumb |
| How do growth patterns influence the hair cutting service? | They limit the choice of hair cut |
| What effect does club cutting have on the hair? | It reduces length and retains bulk |
| What is the best way of making sure that wavy hair is cut to one length accurately? | Keeping an even tension throughout the process |
| At which angle should hair be held to complete a uniform layer cut? | 90 degrees |
| What is the angle at which the fingers are held during a haircut called? | Cutting line |
| What are the two types of guidelines? | Stationary and travelling |
| When the hair is combed away from its natural falling position the hair is | Overdirected |
| When should a conversation between the stylist and client to determine length and style takes place? | During the consultation |
| What is the first section of hair to be cut at the required length, and then used as a template throughout the cut called? | Guideline |
| Lines from the ceiling to the floor or up and down lines are called | Vertical |
| Lines parallel to the floor, or left and right are called | Horizontal |
| Why should a client not have crossed legs when having their hair cut? | It could result in an uneven, unbalanced cut |
| Where should you dispose of used razor blades? | In a sharps container |
| What type of hair shrinks most when it dries? | Curly hair |
| Which type of haircut has sections that are equal i.e. the hair is the same length throughout? | Uniform layer cut |
| Long graduationWhich haircut has the external layers kept longer than the internal layers? | |
| OWhich cut should be completed with zero degree's of graduation?ne length haircut | |
| For which hair growth patterns would you avoid fringes, and suggest styles that have a parting or going straight back? | Cowslick and Widows peak . |
| For which hair growth pattern should you avoid cutting into the hairline (unless you take the hair very short) | Nape whorl |
| How should you cut hair which has a double crown? | Maintain length around the crown area, and work the natural fall into the style |
| What is freehand cutting? | When the hair is not held with any tension, but instead combed into position and cut. |
| Where is the occipital bone? | Between the crown and the nape area, normally sticks out a bit. |