Disease/Disorder
dandruff; dry type of dandruff characterized by white, lightweight flakes that either attach to scalp in clusters or are scattered loosely
pityriasis
the direction the hair grows from the scalp
growth pattern
a period of temporary hair loss that typically occurs after childbirth
postpartum alopecia
covers the top and sides of the head and consists of 6 bones
cranium
a haircut with increasing long layers
180 degree haircut
bacteria that is not harmful
non-pathogenic
circular growth pattern
whorl
severe case of alopecia where balding occurs over the entire body
alopecia universalis
two bones, one on each side of the head, that form the entire crown and top sides
parietal bone
the texturizing technique using the tips of the shears to cut into ends of hair to create multiple lengths that will blend within the hair ends
point cutting
infectious pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood or bodily fluids and can cause disease in humans
blood borne pathogens
hair growing in the same direction; creates a natural part
hair stream
premature or sudden hair loss
telogen effluvium
the bone that covers the back of the head and sits directly above the nape
occipital bone
a technique that creates curved lines in a haircut by cutting ends with a slight increase or decrease in length
beveling
a condition caused by a microscopic mite known as the itch mite
scabies
a tuft of hair that stands up with a strong directional growth pattern
cowlick
male or female patterned baldness
androgenic alopecia
two bones are on each of the head that forms the lower side of the head
temporal bone
combination haircut
condition caused by the infestation of the hair and scalp caused by the parasitic insect, head louse
pediculosis capitis
the direction in which the hair moves or falls on the head
natural distribution
hair loss through repetitive and excessive pulling or stretching of the hair
traction alopecia
forms the forehead; starts at the top of the eyes - extending to the beginning curve of the head
frontal bone
a uniform elevation cut - provides movement - perfect circle
90 degree haircut