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Which element of hair design relates to the mass or general outline of a hairstyle?
form
Very curly, fine hair responds well to a blowdryer and thermal flat iron. True or false
True
What negative outcome could result if a cosmetologist fails to consider emphasis when designing a hairstyle?
The style could have too many points of focus, which keeps the hairstyle from having an area of interest. .
The standard reference point that is the widest area on the head is the
parietal ridge
The basic hair textures are fine, medium, and
coarse.
If a cosmetologist is styling the hair below the occipital bone, on which area of the head is the cosmetologist working?
the nape
Which principle of hair design is defined as the comparative relationship of one thing to another?.
proportion
The length of sideburns should be
adjusted to appear even in length
The five basic elements of three-dimensional hair design are line, form, space, design texture, and
color
To measure symmetry, the stylist should divide the face into parts
four equal
What colors should a stylist consider using to create the illusion of more hair volume?
Light, warm colors
What styling options will best fulfill a client’s desire to make an oblong face appear shorter and wider?
Choose a chin-length style that is close on the top of the head with more volume on the sides.
How should a cosmetologist determine whether a client has a square facial type?
Look for facial contours that are wide at the temples, narrow at the middle third of the face, and squared off at the jaw.
If a cosmetologist places a comb flat against the nape, the location where the comb leaves the head is the
occipital bone
A client with a round face type will be best complemented by a hairstyle that .
adds volume on the top and is close to the sides of the head
All of the following are reasons cosmetologists should study and have a thorough understanding of hair design principles EXCEPT
understanding hair design principles enables cosmetologists to convince their clients to try their hair styled in a way they don’t typically have it styled
A stylist is designing a hairstyle with an interesting focal point that the stylist wishes to highlight. Which design element could the stylist consider to draw the eye to the style’s focal point? .
design lines
What lower face proportions are best complemented by hair that is full and falls below the jaw?
a long jaw
What hairstyle best complements a profile that has a receding forehead and chin?
Arrange curls or bangs over the forehead, and create a style that is close to the head at the nape with hair moving forward in the chin area.
Which planning step in bringing an artistic design to life is defined as the stylist deciding which tools and techniques are needed to achieve their design?
Work the plan
A stylist is preparing to perform a permanent waving chemical service on a client with straight, coarse hair. The last time the stylist performed this service with the client, the results were not satisfactory, as the hair did not curl as much as was intended. Which of the following is a consideration the stylist should take into account before performing this service again?
The client’s hair pattern and texture are moisture resistant, so the chemical service may take longer to process.
A client with a petite frame and narrow hips and shoulders is discussing a new hairstyle with a cosmetologist. The client describes a popular, voluminous hairstyle as an option. What should the cosmetologist consider when discussing the desired style with the client?
The cosmetologist should consider whether the hairstyle will be proportional to the client’s body type.
What is a problem when trying to style straight, fine hair? a.Straight, fine hair can appear dense, making it difficult to design a style that uses long hair.
Straight, fine hair lacks body and has limited elasticity, so there are limited styling options if left in its natural state.
You don't need a ____ for planning steps in bringing a design to life.
a mentor
Which design element is the directional wave pattern or illusion of motion in the hair?
design texture