Hair Sculpture Theory
The artistic carving or removing of hair lengths to create various forms and shapes is defined as:
a) hairstyling
b) hairsculpting
c) hair coloring
d)hair texturizing
A trimmer, also known as an edger, is a tool used to:
a. create beveling
b. part and distribute the hair
c. outline and refine the hairline
d. create short lengths within the form
How many sections does the most common sectioning pattern divide the hair into?
a. 2
b. 4
c. 6
d. 8
Communicating with your client prior to and during the sculpture service will help you avoid misunderstandings and ensure:
a. predictable results
b. a proper shampoo treatment
c. their friends will give them compliments
d. the sculpture is completed in a timely manne
The foundation for all other hair services is:
a.color
b.texture
c.porosity
d.sculpture or cut
Sculpture transformation is all about changing the shape, surface texture and:
a) detail
b) structure
c) color
d) form lineAll of the following are sculpting positions EXCEPT:
a. palm up
b. palm down
c. palm-to-palm
d. hand-to-hand
The apex refers to what part of the head?
a. occipital
b. crest area
c. crown area
d. highest point
If an older child comes into the salon without a parent consider:
a. calling the parent first
b. offering them the latest trends
c. reducing the cost of the service
d. having them sign a release form
What can cause a graduated appearance to occur over the ear when sculpting solid forms?
a. tension
b. no projection
c. comb control
d. freehand sculpting
The four basic forms are solid form, graduated form, increase-layered form and:
a. short layers form
b. one falling length
c. long layering form
d. uniformly layered form
For the comfort of the client, it is essential that the hair be damp throughout, when cutting with which of the following tools?
a. razor
b. shears
c. clippers
d. trimmers
The area below the occipital is referred to as the:
a. nape
b. crest
c. crown
d. perimeter
In order to determine your client's level of satisfaction, request feedback and look for:
a. your tip
b. your next client
c. verbal and nonverbal cues
d. approval from staff members
If weight is desired at the perimeter of an increase-layered form, sculpt the perimeter design line in:
a. natural fall
b. normal projection
c. increasing lengths
d. decreasing lengths
The term used to describe the hair as the lengths lay or fall naturally over the curves of the head is known as:
a. natural fall
b. structure graphic
c. normal projection
d. medium projection
Never use clipper blades that have which of the following?
a. lubricant
b. clipper oil
c. broken teeth
d. aligned teeth
The protruding bone below the crest area at the back of the head is the:
a. nape
b. crest
c. parietal
d. occipital
Infection control procedures include sweeping and disposing of hair clippings:
a. after performing a shampoo service
b. after performing an air forming service
c. prior to performing a shampoo service
d. prior to performing an air forming service
Conversion layering is the most common cutting technique used to create:
a. solid forms
b. square forms
c. graduated forms
d. increase-layered forms
What is meant by unactivated texture?
a. a wet look
b. visible ends
c. a rough texture
d. a smooth texture
Taper shears, also known as thinning shears, are used on the ends of the hair to create:
a. mobility
b. precise lines
c. a clean blunt edge
d. a broom-like effect
An uneven effect is created when cutting curly hair that is:
a. completely wet
b. completely dry
c. chemically treated
d. partly wet and partly dry
Teaching the client how to perform at-home hair care maintenance is important during which sculpture service essential?
a. Create
b. Consult
c. Connect
d. Complete
An advanced technique used when sculpting uniform layers on tightly curled hair is called:
a. refine
b. freeform
c. stretching
d. customizing
A graduated form is also referred to as a wedge or a:
a. 0° angle cut
b. 45° angle cut
c. 90° angle cut
d. 180° angle cut
The movable blade of the shears is controlled by the
a. still blade
b. thumb grip
c. hand screw
d. finger brace
Lines that subdivide sections of hair in order to separate, distribute and control the hair while cutting are called:
a. partings
b. patterns
c. curved lines
d. projection angles
To keep a child from squirming, remind them that squirming may cause you to:
a. cut yourself
b. cut him or her
c. never do their hair again
d. tell their parents they were misbehaving
Which of the following describes the lengths of the uniformly layered form?
a. progress from shorter to longer
b. progress from longer to shorter
c. lengths are uneven
d. lengths are all equal
In a graduated form, the line that divides the activated and unactivated textures is known as the:
a. form line
b. ridge line
c. weight line
d. perimeter line
The type of shears that consist of one straight blade and one notched blade is called:
a. blunt shears
b. taper shears
c. zigzag shears
d. straight shears
The 7 Sculpting Procedures are section, head position, part, distribute, project, finger/shear position and:
a. mobile line
b. design line
c. diagonal line
d. stationary line
What is the first step in cleaning combs and brushes?
a. remove hair and debris
b. scrub with soap and water
c. immerse in soap and water
d. immerse in a disinfectant solution
What type of design line is used to sculpt uniform lengths?
a. mobile
b. stationary
c. combination
d. multiple stationary
The solid form is also known as a one-length cut, bob, Dutch boy, blunt cut or a:
a. 90° haircut
b. 45° haircut
c. 0° haircut
d. 60° haircut
To hold the comb and shears in the same hand without jeopardizing the client's safety, release the thumb grip and:
a. close your palm over the shears
b. close your fingers over the finger grip
c. wrap your thumb around the finger grip
d. wrap your fingers tightly around the blade
Projection, also know as elevation, is the angle at which the hair is held in relation to the:
a. top of the head
b. curve of the head
c. position of the shears
d. position of the fingers
Which of the following is a guideline to follow during the Consult sculpture service essential?
a. complete a client record
b. perform a scalp massage to relax the client
c. communicate to develop a connection with the client
d. ask specific questions such as "would you like your ears exposed?"
Which of the following projection angles is used to create medium graduation?
a. 0°-30°
b. 30°-60°
c. 60°-90°
d. 90°-120°
A layered cut or 90° angle cut is sometimes referred to as a(n):
a. solid form
b. graduated form
c. increase-layered form
d. uniformly layered form
What product adds gloss and sheen to dry hair and creates texture separation?
a. gel
b. mousse
c. pomade
d. cutting lotion
A constant, stable guide to which all lengths are directed is referred to as a:
a. mobile design line
b. traveling design line
c. movable design line
d. stationary design line
All of the following are ways to reassure or calm a child during a sculpting service EXCEPT:
a. offering a reward
b. using fun language
c. asking them to keep quiet
d. kneeling down to make eye contact
Sculpting one form in one area and another form elsewhere in the design refers to sculpting a:
a. basic form
b. long sculpture
c. combination form
d. similar structure throughout
The widest area around the head is known as the:
a. crest area
b. interior area
c. parietal area
d. exterior area
What product defines texture and gives a light to firm hold on wet or dry hair?
a. gel
b. mousse
c. pomade
d. cutting lotion
A moveable guide that consists of a small amount of previously cut hair is known as what type of design line?
a. mobile
b. parallel
c. stationary
d. controllable
Which of the following forms adds volume and creates a rounded shape?
a. solid
b. graduated
c. increase
d. uniform
When lifting the lengths on top of the head, you will need to sculpt the hair along which area of your fingers?
a. the top
b. the inside
c. underneath
d. the knuckle
An angle of 45° would be considered what type of projection?
a. low
b. high
c. medium
d. very high
A technique performed on the ends of the hair to allow for mobility, soften the ends and blend weight lines is called:
a. slithering
b. razor rotation
c. end texturizing
d. base texturizing
When sculpting with a razor, all of the following results are achieved EXCEPT:
a. ends are tapered
b. softer appearance to hair
c. a diffused form line appears
d. regular alternation of short and long lenths
When performing a hair sculpture, which of the following determines the size of the parting?
a. color
b. length
c. texture
d. density
Texturizing reduces bulk without:
a. adding mobility
b. adding closeness
c. softening the ends
d. shortening the overall appearance of length
When using electric clippers, the attachment that allows the hair to be cut at the same length is the:
a. taper
b. razor
c. guard
d. trimmer
A strong circular directional growth on either side of the nape or crown is known as a:
a. whorl
b. fringe
c. cowlick
d. widow's peak
Which area of the head should you avoid thinning the hair?
a. crest
b. hairline
c. exterior
d. interior
Which of the following cutting tools is used to create a clean, blunt edge?
a. razor
b. shears
c. taper shears
d. channeling shears
Lines that curve outward, like the outside of a sphere, are called:
a. convex
b. concave
c. diagonal
d. horizontal
The shortest lengths in an increase-layered form are found in the:
a. nape
b. interior
c. directional
d. perpendicular
Which of the following shears have the least amount of spacing between teeth?
a. 8 teeth taper shears
b. 16 teeth taper shears
c. 32 teeth taper shears
d. channeling shears
The lines that curve inward, like the inside of a sphere, are called:
a. convex
b. concave
c. diagonal
d. horizontal
Coarse hair should be texturized at least how far away from the scalp?
a. 1/8" (0.3 cm)
b. ½" (1.25 cm)
c. 1" (2.5 cm)
d. 1½" (3.75 cm)