Basics
All of the following are reasons a cosmetologist should have a understanding of hair design principles EXCEPT:
Enables Cosmetologist to convince clients to try their hair inn a way they don't typically style it
Which element of hair design relates to the mass or general outline of a hairstyle?
FORM
You are designing a hairstyle with a interesting focal point that should be highlighted. Which design element could you consider to draw the eye to the styles focal point?
Design Lines (Like Highlighting or a blunt cut)
The standard reference point that is the widest area on the head is the_______
Apex
What is true of very curly, fine hair?
Responds well to a blow dryer & thermal iron
All of the following are planning steps in bringing a design to life EXCEPT:
CONSULTING A MENTOR
Which design element is the directional wave patterns or illusion of motion in the hair?
Design Texture
What colors should you use to create the illusion of more volume?
Light, Warm colors
If you place a comb flat against the nape, the location where the comb leaves the head is ______
Occipital bone
What is a problem with trying to style straight, fine hair?
It lacks body and has limited elasticity limited styling options
Which planning step in brining design to life is defined as the stylist deciding which tools/techniques are needed to achieve their design?
Work the plan
Defined as: The comparative relationship of one thing to another.
Proportion
What negative outcome could result if you don't consider emphasis when designing a hairstyle?
The style could have too many points of focus
If you are styling below the occipital bone what are you working on?
The Nape
You are about to perform a perm chemical service on a client w/ straight, course hair. The last time she got this service she wasn't happy with the results. The hair didn't curl enough. What should you take into consideration before doing the service?
The clients hair pattern and texture are moisture resistant, may need longer to process.
What hairstyle complements a profile that has a receding forehead and chin (Convex)
Curls or bangs over the forehead, close to the head at the nape , hair moving forward in the chin area.
The 5 basic elements of 3 dimensional hair design are Line, Space, Form, Design Texture, and ________
Color
CLIENT HAS: Petite frame, narrow hips & Shoulders & wants a new hairstyle. She wants Volume. What should you consider when discussing the desired style.
Consider proportion to the clients body type
How can you make a Oblong face appear shorter and wider?
Choose a chin length style thats close on the top and more volume at the sides.
The length of sideburns should be-
Adjusted to appear even in length
What lower face proportions are best complemented by hair that is full & falls below the jaw?
a long jaw
To measure symmetry, divide the face into ____ parts
A client with a round face will be best complemented by a hairstyle that-
Adds volume to the top and is close on the sides.
How do you determine whether a client has a square face?
Look for facial contours that are wide at the temples, narrow in middle 3rd, and squared at jaw.
The basic hair types are Fine, Medium, and ____
Coarse