Wig Composition
How many standardized colors are on the J and L Color Ring?
a.) 50
b.) 60
c.) 70
d.) 80
C.) 70
Which of the following wig types simulates natural hair growth patterns and creates a natural look?
a.) cap
b.) machine-made
c.) semi-hand-tied
d.) hand-tied (hand-knotted)
D.) hand-tied (hand-knotted)
When fitting a client with a wig, measure the circumference of the head, running the tape measure just:
a.) on the ears
b.) above the ears
c.) over the ears
d.) under the ears
B.) above the ears
Hair color should not be applied to:
a.) wiglets
b.) hair additions
c.) synthetic wigs
d.) human hair wigs
C.) synthetic wigs
A hair addition is designed to be attached to which portion of the client's own hair?
a.) tips
b.) ends
c.) base
d.) midstrand
C.) base
Human hairstrands will produce which of the following results when held over a match flame?
a.) burn slowly
b.) burn rapidly
c.) melt on ends
d.) produce no odor
A.) burn slowly
Which type of wig is available in several sizes and most often hand-tied?
a.) cap wig
b.) capless wig
c.) synthetic wig
d.) machine-made wig
A.) cap wig
When putting the wig on the client, start at the:
a.) front hairline
b.) nape
c.) crown
d.) sideburn area
A.) front hairline
Which of the following steps is required prior to disinfection?
a.) allow appropriate contact time
b.) clean and remove debris from all tools and multi-use supplies
c.) store tools in a dry covered container
d.) store tools in a hot uncovered area
B.) clean and remove debris from all tools and multi-use supplies
To keep hair additions hidden, avoid positioning them too close to the surface of the head or:
a.) to the perimeter hairline
b.) to the nape
c.) to the crown
d.) to the sides
A.) To the perimeter hairline
The type of human-hair wig that is the most costly is:
a.) Asian
b.) European
c.) Indian
d.) South American
B.) European
Using a combination of hand-tied and machine-made processes results in which of the following wig types?
a.) cap
b.) semi-hand-tied
c.) synthetic
d.) hand-knotted
B.) semi-hand-tied
When putting on a wig, cover the client’s hair with a fine net or a:
a.) wig cap
b.) toupee
c.) fine spray
d.) liquid styling lotion
A.) wig cap
Depending on how frequently the piece is worn, a human-hair wig should be cleaned:
a.) daily
b.) every 2 to 4 weeks
c.) once a week
d.) every two months
B.) every 2 to 4 weeks
Why would you avoid attaching hair additions against the client's natural growth pattern?
a.) to reduce shrinkage
b.) to keep hair even
c.) to avoid discomfort and possible hair damage
d.) to make hair look longer
C.) to avoid discomfort and possible hair damage
What type of hair is formulated with petroleum products?
a.) yak hair
b.) animal hair
c.) human hair
d.) synthetic hair
D.) synthetic hair
It is difficult to perform a design service on which of the following wig types, since the direction of the hair is determined by the position the weft is sewn to the cap?
a.) cap
b.) hand-tied (hand-knotted)
c.) semi-hand-tied
d.) machine-made
D.) machine made
When shrinking a cap wig, it is recommended that you use a block one size smaller than the wig's:
a.) width
b.) length
c.) dimensions
d.) circumference
D.) circumference
What tool detangles and styles wigs, hairpieces and hair additions?
a.) comb
b.) razor
c.) shears
d.) rollers
A.) comb
Hair additions are an appropriate choice for clients who want to add length, density, texture and/or:
a.) wiglet
b.) color
c.) cascade
d.) short hair
B.) color
Generally, hair from India is wavy, while hair from Asia is:
a.) long
b.) curly
c.) straight
d.) short
C.) straight
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a capless wig?
a.) weighs only a few ounces
b.) most popular form of wigs
c.) consists of an elasticized mesh-base
d.) consists of rows of hair wefts sewn to strips of elastic
C.) consists of an elasticized mesh-base
How do you shorten a wig from the front hairline to the nape?
a.) sew a seam
b.) create a dart
c.) make a tuck
d.) make a vertical tuck
C.) make a tuck
Canvas-covered head forms are known as:
a.) doll heads
b.) base heads
c.) wig squares
d.) wig blocks
D.) wig blocks
Which method of applying hair additions requires a patch test?
a.) sewing
b.) stitching
c.) braiding
d.) bonding
D.) bonding