Empire Beauty School(DesignPrinciples) Questions And Answers

Empire Beauty School (Design Principles) Asymmetry - A non -mirror image with unequal distribution of weight and/or length Back -Brushing - Also known as RUFFING, is a technique using a brush that is done on the surface of the hair to achieve a light, airy appearance that expands the hair, while providing support and structure to the design Back -Combing - Also known as cushioning, interlocking, lacing, matting, and ratting, a technique that uses the comb to create a cushion at the base of the scalp, giving height and volume to a design Balance - The visual comparison of weight used to offset or equalize proportion; by arranging the elements of a hair design with a feeling of order and harmony, balance is achieved Barrel Curl - Normally consists of a rectangular -shaped base used in place of a wet roller application or to support a dry design prior finishing the style; achieves the same results as a cascade curl but in a larger movement Base - The section of the hair that is attached to the scalp Bonding - Also known as FUSION, method of attaching hair with am adhesive agent Cascade Curl - Also known as STAND -UP PINCURL, are small sections of hair where the stem and base are raised from the scalp with the ends turning under, creating mass or fullness known as volume Concave Profile - The chin and forehead align; the nose appears sunken, creating inward curvature Convex Profile - A receding chin, protruding nose and high hairline; creating outward curvature Curl - Also known as CIRCLE the end of the hair stand that forms a complete circle for pincurls, rollers eating and/ or thermal setting Curved line - Creates movement, softness and/ or waves; a continuously blending line without angles Emphasis - Also known as the focal point of a hair design, is the point or the area that the eye is drawn to at first glance Face Shape - Facial form created by individual bone structure and hairline Facial Proportion - The relationship of facial features and shape to each other Fingerwaves - 'C' shapes placed into the hair in alternating directions using the fingers and a comb Form - A combination of lines that outline a shape Full Stem Curl - The curl is secured totally off its base; provides the maximum amount of movement but the least amount of curl Hair Additions - Natural or synthetic hair attached to the base/scalp area to add length, volume and /or color Hair Pressing - Also known as THERMAL HAIR STRAIGHTENING, is a method of temporarily straightening curly or uncontrollable hair by means of a heated iron or comb Hairpiece - Small wig or various hair attachments used to cover smaller sections of the head, primarily on the top or crown of the head Half Stem Curl - The curl is secured 1/2 off is base; provides a medium amount of movement and curl