Curls
The curl is secured directly on its base; provides the least amount of movement but the greatest amount of curl
No Stem Curl
The relationship of facial features and shape to each other
Facial Proportion
A repeated pattern in a design
Rhythm
The outline or contour of the face viewed from one side
Profile
Natural or synthetic hair attached to the base / scalp area to add length, volume and/or color
Hair Additions
The curl is secured ½ off its base; provides a medium amount of movement and curl
Half-Stem Curl
It is the direct correlation of size, distance, amount and ratio between the individual characteristics when compared with the whole
Proportion
A pleasing arrangement of shapes and lines that incorporates all elements of design
Harmony
The forehead, nose and chin align, creating a slight outward curvature; ideal profile
Straight Profile
An artificial hair covering that is designed to replace or enhance your Guest’s existing hair and/or be a fashion accessory
Wig
The curl is secured totally off its base; provides the maximum amount of movement but the least amount of curl
Full Stem Curl
A mirror image from a center point
Symmetry
Designing wet hair into a specific shape
Wet Styling
The chin and forehead align; the nose appears sunken, creating inward curvature
Concave Profile
Small wig or various hair attachments used to cover smaller sections of the head, primarily on the top or crown of the head
Hairpiece
Also known as Circle, the end of the hair strand that forms a complete circle for pincurls, rollersetting and/or thermal setting
Curl
The facial form created by individual bone structure and hairline
Face Shape
Also known as Molding, is combing a section of the hair in a circular movement over the surface of the head for the formation of waves or curls
Shaping
A receding chin, protruding nose and high hairline; creates strong outward curvature
Convex Profile
Also known as Fusion, method of attaching hair with an adhesive agent
Bonding
The curl sits completely on its base
On-Base
A non-mirror image with unequal distribution of weight and/or length
Asymmetry
Also known as the Focal Point of a Hairdesign, is the point or the area that the eye is drawn to at first glance
Emphasis
Area within or surrounding a hairdesign
Space
Also known as Dreadlocks, form of Natural Hairstyling where hair has grown and intertwined over time; hair is twisted or formed to wrap around itself, creating a rope-like effect
Locks