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Hairstyling
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| backbrushing | Also known as ruffing; technique used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out. |
| backcombing | Also known as teasing, ratting, matting, or French lacing; combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a cushion or base. |
| barrel curls | Pin curls with large center openings, fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base. |
| base | Stationary, or nonmoving, foundation of a pin curl (the area closest to the scalp); the panel of hair on which a roller is placed. |
| blowdry styling | Technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation. |
| carved curls | Also known as sculptured curls; pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head. |
| cascade curls | Also known as stand-up curls; pin curls fastened to the head in a standing position to allow the hair to flow upward and then downward. |
| circle | The part of the pin curl that forms a complete circle; also, the hair that is wrapped around the roller. |
| closed-center curls | Pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the end. |
| concentrator | Nozzle attachment of a blowdryer; directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely. |
| curl | Also known as circle; the hair that is wrapped around the roller. |
| diffuser | Blowdryer attachment that causes the air to flow more softly and helps to accentuate or keep textural definition. |
| double press | Technique of passing a hot curling iron through the hair before performing a hard press |
| end curls | Used to give a finished appearance to hair ends either turned under or over. |
| finger waving | Process of shaping and directing the hair into an S pattern through the use of the fingers, combs, and waving lotion. |
| foam | Also known as mousse; a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume into the hair. |
| full-base curls | Thermal curls that sit in the center of their base; strong curls with full volume. |
| full-stem curl | Curl placed completely off the base; allows for the greatest mobility. |
| gel | Thickened styling preparation that comes in a tube or bottle and creates a strong hold. |
| hair pressing | Method of temporarily straightening extremely curly or unruly hair by means of a heated iron or comb. |
| hair spray | Also known as finishing spray; a styling product applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position; available in a variety of holding strengths. |
| hair wrapping | A technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight. |
| half base | Position of a curl or a roller that sits halfway on its base and halfway behind the base, giving medium volume and movement. |
| half-base curls | Thermal curls placed half off their base; strong curls with moderate lift or volume. |
| half-stem curl | Curl placed half off the base; permits medium movement and gives good control to the hair. |
| hard press | Technique that removes 100 percent of the curl by applying the pressing comb twice on each side of the hair. |
| indentation | The point where curls of opposite directions meet, forming a recessed area. |
| knot | Also known as chignon; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates the look of a knot or bun. |
| liquid gels | Also known as texturizers; styling products that are lighter and less viscous than firm hold gels, used for easy styling, defining, and molding. |
| medium press | Technique that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl by applying a thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair, using slightly more pressure than in the soft press. |
| no-stem curl | Curl placed directly on its base; produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows minimum mobility |
| off base | The position of a curl or a roller completely off its base for maximum mobility and minimum volume. |
| off-base curls | Thermal curls placed completely off their base, offering only slight lift or volume. |
| on base | Also known as full base; position of a curl or roller directly on its base for maximum volume. |
| open-center curls | Pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls. |
| pleat | Also known as classic French twist; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of folded hair. |
| pomade | Also known as wax; styling products that add considerable weight to the hair by causing strands to join together, showing separation in the hair. |
| ribboning | Technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension. |
| ridge curls | Pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave. |
| rod | Round, solid prong of a thermal iron. |
| shaping | Section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls. |
| shell | The clamp that presses the hair against the barrel or rod of a thermal iron. |
| skip waves | Two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head. |
| soft press | Technique of pressing the hair to remove 50 to 60 percent of the curl by applying the thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair. |
| spiral cur | Method of curling the hair by winding a strand around the rod. |
| stem | Section of the pin curl between the base and first arc (turn) of the circle that gives the curl its direction and movement; the hair between the scalp and the first turn of the roller. |
| straightening gel | Styling product applied to damp hair that is wavy, curly, or extremely curly and then blown dry; relaxes the hair for a smooth, straight look. |
| temper | A process used to condition a new brass pressing comb so that it heats evenly. |
| thermal irons | Implements made of quality steel that are used to curl dry hair. |
| thermal waving and curling | Also known as Marcel waving; methods of waving and curling straight or pressed dry hair using thermal irons and special manipulative curling techniques. |
| twist | A technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of conical shape. |
| updo | Hairstyle in which the hair is arranged up and off the shoulders. |
| volume-base curls | Thermal curls placed very high on their base; provide maximum lift or volume. |
| volumizers | Styling products that add volume, especially at the base, when wet hair is blown dry. |
| waving lotion | Type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger waving procedure. |
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