Chapter 1
In the early twentieth century, Garrett Augustus Morgan created a chemical solution that made wool straighter, inventing the first _______.
chemical hair relaxer
What are the two parts of a strand of human hair?
the root and the shaft
Which type of draping has a smaller neck strip to allow the hair to fall naturally?
styling draping
A haircut with a visual buildup of weight in which the hair ends appear to be stacked is an example of which of the four basic haircuts?
Graduated Haircut
When the client performs techniques on the hair at home.
Co-styling
These tiny grains of pigment are produced by melanocytes in the stratum germinativum.
Melanin
What is the phase of the hair growth cycle in which the hair can shed?
telogen phase
Which massage technique uses stroking and circular hand movements?
effleurage
When a cosmetologist combs hair away from its natural falling position before cutting in order to increase a hair design’s length, the cosmetologist is using _______.
Overdirection
During a hairstyling consultation, when cosmetologists analyze whether the hair is straight, wavy, curly, or coily, they are considering the hair’s ______.
Pattern
Ancient Egyptians were the first civilization to infuse essential oils from _____ for use as perfumes and for purification purposes.
leaves and blossoms
The hair, skin, nails, and glands are part of the _____ system.
integumentary
How often should a cosmetologist hold a consultation with a client?
before every service
A stylist is discussing a new hairstyle with a client, who describes a style that must use layers. In order to create the layered style, what type of guideline should the stylist use?
Travelling Guideline
Which is the most appropriate comb to use when a stylist is creating a hairstyle with finger waves?
Which cosmetology career opportunity would be a good fit for an experienced cosmetologist who enjoys public speaking and sharing information about new products and innovations?
manufacturer educator
The three different types of side bonds that link chains of amino acids together are _____.
Where should the protective neck strip go when preparing for a shampoo service?
not used in shampooing services
Which of the following is used to taper hairlines from extremely short lengths into longer lengths?
shear-over-comb technique
Which styling aid is used for wet sets?
Setting Foam
The melanin produced by the body that is red to yellow in color is _____.
pheomelanin
Which type of alopecia is defined as hair loss in round or irregularly shaped patches caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles?
alopecia areata
Which brush type bristles have many tiny overlapping layers or scales?
natural bristle brush
If a cosmetologist sections a client’s hair into five partings, which basic haircut is being performed?
The correct temperature of the iron for thermal curling is determined by the ______.
Texture of the hair.