TREE BRAIDS
Which pin curls are fastened to the head in a standing position to create height in the hair design?
cascade curls
Which style uses extensions and shows mostly faux hair when finished?
tree braids
It is never recommended to perform thermal pressing on ______.
bleached hair
Which technique can help ensure successful smoothing of hair with a flat iron?
Move the iron down the hair shaft with a comb in front of the iron.
A client wants to straighten coarse hair. The client mentions that their hair often seems frizzy and is concerned that if their hair loses all its curl it might look even frizzier. The client also seems hesitant to make a permanent change. Which service should the cosmetologist recommend?
keratin treatment
_____, also known as canerows, are narrow rows of visible braids that lie close to the scalp and are created with a three-strand, on-the-scalp braiding technique.
Cornrows
A client who has curly hair is considering extensions. The client wants a cost-effective option that looks natural, is easy to maintain, and provides a long-lasting style. What material should the cosmetologist recommend?
synthetic fibers
When using a virgin relaxer, apply the relaxer to the __________.
midshaft first and then the ends and scalp
The basic haircut that is cut at a 90-degree elevation, then overdirected to maintain length and weight at perimeter is the ______.
long-layered haircut
It is important to _____ a new brass pressing comb so that it will hold heat evenly along its entire length and provide consistent results.
temper
One disadvantage of using human hair is the hair’s reaction to _____.
humidity
Which method involves cutting or layering the hair in such a way that the fingers and shears glide along the edge of the hair to remove length?
slide cutting
What technique is used to integrate extensions for single braids?
three-strand underhand
Which tasks should be accomplished with a cosmetologist’s non-dominant hand while cutting hair?
holding the hair sections and the comb while cutting
How do chemical hair relaxers work?
They increase the hair’s pH balance to an alkaline state, which raises the cuticle layer and allows the relaxer to reach the cortex, where restructuring takes place.
When a client asks for plaits, what kind of braids do they want?
single braids
Which is the most appropriate brush to use when a client desires a beveled blowout look?
styling brush
When using the slicing technique to remove weight and add movement through the lengths of the hair, the shears should never be completely _____.
closed
What procedure is the best choice for keeping the hair pliable during a finger-waving service?
Spray the hair with water.
Which type of comb is used mainly to detangle the hair?
wide-tooth comb
The process that stops the action of permanent wave solution and rebuilds the hair into its new form is called _____.
thio neutralization
A ______ uses cling wrap as a sealant when heat from a dryer relaxes and smooths the hair.
roller wrap
A ______ has slender nylon and natural bristles and a tail for sectioning.
teasing brush
Which of the following perm types is processed without a heat source?
Small wigs used to conceal pattern baldness on the top of the head are called __________.
toupees
When stylists part the haircut in the opposite way from how it was cut, at the same elevation, what are they checking for?
line and shape precision
For which type of thermal iron is it necessary to wear a heat-resistant glove?
clamp-free irons
Cosmetologists should recommend that clients take which of the following steps to preserve moisture after a soft curl perm?
wearing a processing cap while sleeping
Fashion hairpieces are attached to the client’s natural hair with all of the following EXCEPT _______.
a cylinder
What is the advantage to the stylist when palming the haircutting shears?
The stylist saves time by being able to switch from the comb to the shears while holding both at the same time.
What is the name for a board containing fine, upright nails that stylists use to comb human hair extensions and blend colors and highlights?
hackle
During a hairstyling consultation, when cosmetologists analyze whether the hair is straight, wavy, curly, or coily, they are considering the hair’s _____
pattern
When a cosmetologist uses clippers to create a line up, how are they cutting the hair?
Straight lines or sharp angles are shaped to change the look of the existing hairline.
How should a stylist performing a soft press thermal pressing service change their procedure to accommodate different hair textures and densities?
Change the size of the hair subsections.
How often should a cosmetologist disinfect haircutting shears?
after each client
If a haircut is cropped close along the bottom and sides but becomes longer as you travel up the head, then it is _______.
the basic clipper cut
Which type of brush is good for releasing tangles, knots, and snarls in short, textured hair and long, straight hair?
square paddle
What is the process for creating spiral curls on the ends of single braids that use extensions made with synthetic fibers?
Wrap the ends with a curling rod and dip them in hot water.
Waves that are activated from an outside heat source, such as a conventional hooded blowdryer, are _____ waves.
endothermic
Removing excess bulk from the hair without shortening the hair’s length is called ______.
texturizing
Sodium hydroxide relaxers are commonly called _____.
lye relaxers
Which hair extensions allow for natural movement, are a good choice for chemically damaged hair, can be reused, and are not overly time-consuming?
tape-in
Precision haircutting involves being precise in your haircut and ______.
applying a systematic plan
What is the main active ingredient in true acid and acid-balanced waving lotions?
glyceryl monothioglycolate
The invisible braid, also known as the _____ braid, is a three-strand braid that is produced with an overhand technique or overlapping the strands of hair.
inverted
In consultation with a stylist, a client explains being unhappy with the way the ends of the hair sit. The client would prefer the hair to have a more feathered appearance. If the client has fine hair, what haircutting tool would be a good choice for the stylist to use on this haircut?
haircutting razor
An important element in creating a strong foundation and consistency in haircutting and creating shapes is the use of _____.
angles
Which item prevents direct contact between the client and the chemical cape?
neck strips
A hair analysis indicates the client has non-porous hair. Which perm type should the cosmetologist recommend?
alkaline/cold wave
How is the appropriate amount of hold created for a strong roller set?
Apply styling gel or lotion before rolling the hair.
A busy client who has healthy, short hair wants to get hair extensions. The client needs extensions that can be added quickly and will be long lasting because the client doesn’t have time for lengthy salon appointments. What method should the stylist recommend?
braid-and-sew with added fiber filler
Hair that is treated with hydroxide relaxers should not be treated with _____.
thio relaxers
Under which of the following conditions can a texture service be performed?
A strand analysis indicates the hair has low porosity and high elasticity.
_____ combines the use of a thio relaxer with flat ironing.
Japanese thermal straightening
To perm coarse hair, the solution must have enough __________ ions to break the required number of disulfide bonds.
hydrogen
Select the most appropriate type of haircutting shears to use when a stylist wants to add texture to the ends of a client’s hair by point cutting.
short blades
Alopecia is a term used to describe __________.
abnormal hair loss
To stimulate the scalp, smooth dry textured hair, and remove lint and dirt from locs, use a _________
boar-bristle brush
_____ in haircutting is the amount of pressure applied when combing or holding a subsection during a haircut.
tension
The _____ is the direction in which hair grows from the scalp and is also called the natural falling position.
What is the purpose of conducting a consultation for hair addition services?
establishing realistic expectations
If a client is growing locs and a bulb can be felt at the end of each loc, in which developmental stage of locs is their hair?
sprouting stage
In what way can stylists center their weight when cutting hair to avoid fatigue and injury?
When standing, keep knees slightly bent.
Which service uses a thio-based chemical process and is recommended for loosening hair texture that is extremely curly into a larger curl pattern?
soft curl permanent
Which haircutting tool is best suited for cutting a clean line around the ears?
trimmers
Backcombing, also known as _____, ratting, matting, or French lacing, involves 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.
teasing
Hair that is arranged so that the cuticles of all hair strands move in the same direction (down) is called _____.
turned hair
The blowdryer attachment that alters the air flow to help keep textural definition is _____
a diffuser
Which basic texturizing technique works well on curly hair because it removes density without adding too many layers?
free-hand notching
How is texturizing hair by point cutting different from texturizing hair by effilating?
A client who is considering a chemical relaxer service frequently consumes highly caffeinated beverages. Why does this matter?
Caffeine increases blood circulation, which can lead to faster irritation caused by the use of chemical relaxers.
When does the majority of the processing for permanent waving occur?
within 5 to 10 minutes
Before beginning an updo, a stylist should consider ______ to build the shape, design the style, and customize the hairstyle.
sectioning
What is the cleansing conditioner that refreshes and adds moisture to the hair in-between the weekly shampoo routine?
co-wash
Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of _______.
hard rubber
Which is the most appropriate comb to use when a stylist is creating a hairstyle with finger waves?
cutting comb
When a cosmetologist combs hair away from its natural falling position before cutting in order to increase a hair design’s length, the cosmetologist is using _______.
overdirection
What should the cosmetologist instruct clients to do if perm solution drips into the eyes?
Flush the eyes thoroughly with cool water.
Which hydroxide relaxer does not require the application of a protective base?