Hairstyling

Thermal Styling

Pin Curls & Waves

Rollers & Sets

Braiding & Updos

Safety & Fundamentals

100

Why should you test the temperature of a pressing comb before using it on the client?

To prevent burns and heat damage; test it safely on an appropriate heat-test surface.

100

What is the foundation of a pin curl?

The base, stem, and circle.

100

What tool is commonly used to create a roller set?

Hair rollers.

100

How many strands are used in a basic three-strand braid?

three strands

100

What should you do before beginning a hairstyling service?

Consult with the client, assess the hair and scalp, and prepare sanitized tools.

200

What should you do before using a thermal iron on a client's hair?

Check the hair's condition, choose an appropriate temperature, and ensure the hair is dry if the tool requires dry hair.

200

What type of curl has no stem and sits directly on its base?

A no-stem curl.

200

For maximum volume, in which direction should a roller generally be positioned relative to its base?

At 135 degrees, using an on-base placement.

200

In a traditional French braid, what is added as the braid progresses?

Small sections of hair from the sides of the head.

200

Why should you avoid excessive tension when braiding hair?

Excessive tension can cause discomfort, breakage, and traction-related hair loss.

300

What is the purpose of a pressing comb?

To temporarily straighten textured hair using heat.

300

What is the purpose of a finger wave?

To create an S-shaped wave pattern close to the scalp.

300

What is the approximate angle for half-off-base roller placement?

Approximately 45 degrees.

300

What is the main purpose of a hairpin or bobby pin in an updo?

To secure sections of hair in place.

300

What is the purpose of a styling product such as mousse or setting lotion?

To help provide hold, control, body, or definition, depending on the product.

400

What part of the curling iron determines the size of the curl?

The diameter of the barrel.

400

What is the stem of a pin curl responsible for controlling?

The mobility and movement of the curl.

400

What does a larger roller generally produce compared with a smaller roller?

A larger, looser curl or wave with less curl definition.

400

What is backcombing used for when creating an updo?

To create volume and a cushion for securing the style.

400

What should you do if a client reports a burning sensation during thermal styling?

Stop immediately, remove the heat source, and assess the situation.

500

Why should you test the temperature of a pressing comb before using it on the client?

To prevent burns and heat damage; test it safely on an appropriate heat-test surface.

500

Which pin curl base produces the least mobility?

A no-stem curl, because the curl sits directly on its base.

500

Why must hair be completely dry and cool before removing rollers from a wet set?

To help the set hold its shape and reduce loss of curl definition.

500

What should you consider when choosing an updo design for a client?

Hair length, density, texture, face shape, desired style, and the occasion.

500

What is the difference between temporary hairstyling and permanent waving?

The base, stem, and circle.

What tool is commonly used to create a roller set?

Hair rollers.

How many strands are used in a basic three-strand braid?

What should you do before beginning a hairstyling service?

Consult with the client, assess the hair and scalp, and prepare sanitized tools.

What should you do before using a thermal iron on a client's hair?

What type of curl has no stem and sits directly on its base?

A no-stem curl.

For maximum volume, in which direction should a roller generally be positioned relative to its base?

At 135 degrees, using an on-base placement.

In a traditional French braid, what is added as the braid progresses?

Small sections of hair from the sides of the head.

Why should you avoid excessive tension when braiding hair?

Excessive tension can cause discomfort, breakage, and traction-related hair loss.

What is the purpose of a finger wave?

What is the approximate angle for half-off-base roller placement?

Approximately 45 degrees.

What is the main purpose of a hairpin or bobby pin in an updo?

To secure sections of hair in place.

What is the purpose of a styling product such as mousse or setting lotion?

To help provide hold, control, body, or definition, depending on the product.

What part of the curling iron determines the size of the curl?

The diameter of the barrel.

What is the stem of a pin curl responsible for controlling?

The mobility and movement of the curl.

What does a larger roller generally produce compared with a smaller roller?

A larger, looser curl or wave with less curl definition.

What is backcombing used for when creating an updo?

To create volume and a cushion for securing the style.

What should you do if a client reports a burning sensation during thermal styling?

Stop immediately, remove the heat source, and assess the situation.

Why should you test the temperature of a pressing comb before using it on the client?

Which pin curl base produces the least mobility?

Why must hair be completely dry and cool before removing rollers from a wet set?

To help the set hold its shape and reduce loss of curl definition.

What should you consider when choosing an updo design for a client?

Hair length, density, texture, face shape, desired style, and the occasion.

Temporary styling changes the hair's shape temporarily, while permanent waving uses chemical processes to create a longer-lasting curl or wave.