Tools
a narrow nozzle that directs the flow of air with greater precision and control
concentrator
Hair straightening technique that removes all of the curl by using a thermal pressing comb twice on each side of the hair shaft
hard press
the section of hair that is attached to the scalp
base
A form of natural hair styling in which the hair has grown and intertwined over time becoming twisted creating a rope-like effect
locks
This is known as the visual comparison of weight used to offset or equalize proportion
balance
during a silk press, the stylist uses
blowdryer, comb and pick attachment, and a flat iron
also known as molding, this is combing a section of hair in a circular movement over the surface of the head for the formation of waves or curls
shaping
this type of profile is characterized by the forehead, chin, nose and all being in alignment and is considered to be ideal.
type of fingerwave that uses two combs to lift the wave up and create a three dimensional form
pushwave
a non- mirror image with unequal distribution of weight and /or length is:
asymmetrical
what is the acceptable way to drape for a style service
neckstrip and cape
also known as Carved curls , these are sculpted by hand, iron ,or roller to create texture and/or movement
sculpture curl
a pleasing arrangement of shapes and lines that incorporates all elements of design
harmony
also known as the circle
curl
type of base that creates lift, fullness and or height in a design
volume
the pressing of hair using heat
thermal pressing
a technique using a brush on the surface of the hair to achieve a light, airy appearance, while providing support structure
back-brushing
the section of hair located between the base and the first turn of the roller/curl
stem
wave pattern that combines finger waves and flat pin curls
skip wave
a combination of lines that outline a shape
form
What type of curling irons are the best for smoothing and curling textured hair
look for curling irons that are made of titanium, ceramic, or tourmaline
cushioning, lacing, matting, ratting and interlocking are all different words used for
back-combing
facial form created by individual bone structure and hairline
face shape
placing c shapes into wet hair using alternating directions and fingers or a comb
fingerwaving
the relationship of facial features and shape to each other
facial proportion