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Ch 14 Miladys

Haircutting

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What does a good haircut begin with? An understanding of the shape of the head (head form)
Define Tension Amount of pressure applied when combing & holding a section. Created by stretching/pulling the section.---How tight hair is pulled when cutting---
Cutting with the points of the shears to create texture in the hair ends is known as ______________ or pointing. Point Cutting / Notching
What part of the hand does "palming the shears" reduce strain on? Thumb and index finger
True/False: Cutting hair using different tensions for each section will create a poorly blended result. True
What are thinning shears and what are they used for? "texturizing shears" are mainly used to remove bulk from the hair.
What are the benefits of using clippers? To create short tapers *quickly*
What are reference points? Points on the head that mark where the surface of the head changes
Examples of reference points are___ Ears, jawline, apex and occipital bone
What are lines that do not meet in space called? Parallel Lines
When hair is layered at a high elevation, a(n) ___________ guide is used. Interior
What is the space between 2 lines or surfaces that intersect at a given point called? Angle
What is necessary to help control the hair & produce a more uniform cut Sectioning
A zero degree elevation cut is also known as what? Blunt Cut
A 90 degree elevation cut is also known as what? High Elevation (Layered)
A 180 degree elevation cut is also known as what? Long layered haircut
What type of partings or subsections are used when cross-checking a haircut? Opposite from which you cut it
When cutting the hair, it is important to keep the hair ___ wet/damp
Define over direction combing a section away from its natural falling position
What is the "cutting line"? Angle at which fingers are held when cutting and ultimately the line that is cut.
When cutting a high elevation cut, the hair is held at _____ degrees from the head. 90
When cutting a zero-degree cut, the hair is combed straight down & cut parallel to the floor (square one-length)
Upon completion of the high elevation haircut, the hair should be the same ______ when measured. (State board cut) Length
Define palm to palm cutting The palms of both hands are facing each other while cutting
Layers create movement & volume in the hair by ____________ _______ Releasing weight
Define texturizing Removing excess bulk without shortening the length
To ensure even results in the finished haircut, always maintain an even amount of _______ in the hair. moisture
When the hair is parted from the center of forehead to center nape and then parted from crown to ears, how many sections are created? 4
Why is it important to take consistent and clean partings? Give an even amount of hair in each subsection & produce more precise results
Created by: jaskam22
 

 



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