EXAM 2
Texture of the hair - ANSWERS-The correct
temperature setting of the iron for thermal curling is
determined by the:
Soft Press - ANSWERS-A hair straightening
technique using a thermal pressing comb once on
each side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of
curl
Touch-up - ANSWERS-A ____ is sometimes
necessary when the hair becomes curly again due to
perspiration, dampness, or other conditions.
,Gray hair - ANSWERS-Avoid using excessive heat
on this hair type because it can cause discoloration
and breakage
Vent Brush - ANSWERS-This brush has a single or
double row of widely spaced pins with protective
tips to prevent tearing and breaking the hair
Wide-tooth Comb - ANSWERS-The teeth on this
comb range from medium to large in width, the long
rounded tips avoid scratching the scalp
Pick with rounded teeth - ANSWERS-This tool is
useful for lifting and separating textured/natural hair
A Comb Nozzle - ANSWERS-This blow dryer
attachment loosens the curl pattern in textured hair
for braiding, and dries, stretches and softens textured
hair
Free-hanging braids - ANSWERS-Another term for
single, box braids, and individual braids is
Cornrows - ANSWERS-Also known as canerows;
narrow rows of visible braids that lie close to the
, scalp and are created with a three-strand, on-the-
scalp braiding technique.
Semi-hand-tied wigs - ANSWERS-Hair pieces
constructed of both synthetic hair and hand-tied
human hair
Condition it - ANSWERS-If you are cleaning a wig
made of human hair, you should also
Braid-and-sew method - ANSWERS-In this method
hair extensions are secured to the clients own hair by
sewing braids or a weft onto an on-the-scalp braid or
cornrow sometimes called a track
The Cuticle - ANSWERS-This tough exterior layer
of hair surrounds the inner layers and protects them
from damage
Soften and swell the shaft - ANSWERS-Chemical
hair texturizers temporarily raises the ph of the hair
to an alkaline state in order to
Permanent Waving - ANSWERS-This is a two step
process whereby the hair undergoes a physical