Cosmetology Pivot Point Questions and Answers
Hair design is a temporary change in: ANSWER Form, texture, direction
The two areas of hair design services are: ANSWER Wet design and thermal
design
Hair design analysis includes which of the following levels of observation?
ANSWER Basic, detail, abstract
The two categories of surface texture are known as: ANSWER unactivated
(smooth), activated (rough)
Tighter curl patterns added to increase-layered forms create the illusion of:
ANSWER Shorter lengths
Rectangle shapes are usually used to move hair: ANSWER one direction
Curvature shapes used in hair design include: ANSWER Oblongs
The half-circle is most often used to move the hair: ANSWER Half toward, half
away from the face
The temporary nature of hair design services provides clients with all of the following
EXCEPT: ANSWER Flexibility to try new designs for fun.
The type of comb that is used for distribution, molding,scaling,and parting the hair is
called: ANSWER Fine tooth tail comb
The type of comb that is used to backcomb the hair, separate curls and define
texture is called: ANSWER Wide tooth tail comb
The brush that allows the greatest airflow to the hair so lengths can be dried quickly
while directing them into the lines of the design is called a: ANSWER vent brush
Round brushes may have a core that is made out of ant of the following EXCEPT:
ANSWER Leather
The tool used to relax a set, backbrush or smooth the surface of the hair is referred
to as a: ANSWER Cushion brush
Conical rollers are used within curvature shapes and create: ANSWER Progression
of curl diameters
All of the following are examples of thermal design EXCEPT: ANSWER Cylinder
rollers
The blow dryer attachment that spreads airflow gently over a larger area is called:
ANSWER Concentrater
,Flat irons consist of two flat plates that include that include ceramic or: ANSWER
Metal plates
The characteristics of styling products include all of the following EXCEPT:
ANSWER ingredients used
The place where motion begins is known as: ANSWER point of origin
Which of the following types of distribution refers to straight or curved lines that
originate from a single point of origin and radiate outward in any direction, like the
spokes of a wheel? ANSWER radial
Which of the following shapes is used to move the hair in equal proportions from a
center point of origin? ANSWER Half-circle
The second direction, or bottom half of the oblong shape moves toward the:
ANSWER concave end
Two or more alternating oblongs create a(n): ANSWER S shape
Which of the following base shapes is used within a circle? ANSWER triangle
The size of the curl will be determined by the: ANSWER Diameter of the tool
Which component of a curl determines the amount of movement? ANSWER ARC
The finishing procedure that reinforces the established lines of the design is known
as: ANSWER Dry molding
A technique used to increase height and control form by creating a cushion or mesh
at the base is called: ANSWER backcombing
During which of the following service essentials should you assess the facts and
thoroughly think through your recommendations? ANSWER consult
During which of the following service essentials do you personalize the design to add
your personal touch? ANSWER Create
During which of the following service essentials should you produce a functional,
predictable and pleasing result? ANSWER Create
Which of the following guidelines relates to the complete hair design service?
ANSWER Recommend products to maintain the appearance and condition of your
client's hair.
All of the following cleaning and disinfectant guidelines are true about combs and
brushes EXCEPT: ANSWER Disinfect with fine steel wool
, What is the recommended to remove buildup from a cool iron barrel? ANSWER
Spray cleaner
All single-use items must be: ANSWER discarded after use
Which guideline is performed prior to the hair design service? ANSWER Check
scalp for any diseases or disorders.
All of the following guidelines are to be completed during the hair design service
EXCEPT: ANSWER Postpone treatment of burn until after the service
Which of the following is a guideline to follow to ensure salon care? ANSWER
Ensure equipment is clean and disinfected.
The combination of the size of the base in relation to the diameter of the tool and the
position of the tool in relation to the base is called: ANSWER base control
Which diameter size means the area between partings is exactly the same as the
diameter of the roller? ANSWER 1x
An on-base tool position will result in the strongest base strength and: ANSWER
Maximum volume
Which of the following tool positions will result in the least volume and the least base
strength? ANSWER Off base
The tool sits on the lower portion of the base but not on or below the parting in which
of the following tool positions? ANSWER underdirected
What is the area between the straight and curved partings within the shape, or the
section of hair where the roller,thermal iron or round brush is placed called?
ANSWER base
What part of the curl determines the amount of the movement of the curl?
ANSWER stem
What determines the size of the circle of the curl? ANSWER Diameter of the tool
Stand-up, cascade, and barrel curls are another name for which of the following
pincurls? ANSWER Straight volume
When forming pincurls, the hair is smoothies to create: ANSWER Height
Which of the following tool positions is not used in curvature volume? ANSWER
overdirected
Which of the following results are created with cone-shaped rollers? ANSWER
Strong curvature movement
Hair design is a temporary change in: ANSWER Form, texture, direction
The two areas of hair design services are: ANSWER Wet design and thermal
design
Hair design analysis includes which of the following levels of observation?
ANSWER Basic, detail, abstract
The two categories of surface texture are known as: ANSWER unactivated
(smooth), activated (rough)
Tighter curl patterns added to increase-layered forms create the illusion of:
ANSWER Shorter lengths
Rectangle shapes are usually used to move hair: ANSWER one direction
Curvature shapes used in hair design include: ANSWER Oblongs
The half-circle is most often used to move the hair: ANSWER Half toward, half
away from the face
The temporary nature of hair design services provides clients with all of the following
EXCEPT: ANSWER Flexibility to try new designs for fun.
The type of comb that is used for distribution, molding,scaling,and parting the hair is
called: ANSWER Fine tooth tail comb
The type of comb that is used to backcomb the hair, separate curls and define
texture is called: ANSWER Wide tooth tail comb
The brush that allows the greatest airflow to the hair so lengths can be dried quickly
while directing them into the lines of the design is called a: ANSWER vent brush
Round brushes may have a core that is made out of ant of the following EXCEPT:
ANSWER Leather
The tool used to relax a set, backbrush or smooth the surface of the hair is referred
to as a: ANSWER Cushion brush
Conical rollers are used within curvature shapes and create: ANSWER Progression
of curl diameters
All of the following are examples of thermal design EXCEPT: ANSWER Cylinder
rollers
The blow dryer attachment that spreads airflow gently over a larger area is called:
ANSWER Concentrater
,Flat irons consist of two flat plates that include that include ceramic or: ANSWER
Metal plates
The characteristics of styling products include all of the following EXCEPT:
ANSWER ingredients used
The place where motion begins is known as: ANSWER point of origin
Which of the following types of distribution refers to straight or curved lines that
originate from a single point of origin and radiate outward in any direction, like the
spokes of a wheel? ANSWER radial
Which of the following shapes is used to move the hair in equal proportions from a
center point of origin? ANSWER Half-circle
The second direction, or bottom half of the oblong shape moves toward the:
ANSWER concave end
Two or more alternating oblongs create a(n): ANSWER S shape
Which of the following base shapes is used within a circle? ANSWER triangle
The size of the curl will be determined by the: ANSWER Diameter of the tool
Which component of a curl determines the amount of movement? ANSWER ARC
The finishing procedure that reinforces the established lines of the design is known
as: ANSWER Dry molding
A technique used to increase height and control form by creating a cushion or mesh
at the base is called: ANSWER backcombing
During which of the following service essentials should you assess the facts and
thoroughly think through your recommendations? ANSWER consult
During which of the following service essentials do you personalize the design to add
your personal touch? ANSWER Create
During which of the following service essentials should you produce a functional,
predictable and pleasing result? ANSWER Create
Which of the following guidelines relates to the complete hair design service?
ANSWER Recommend products to maintain the appearance and condition of your
client's hair.
All of the following cleaning and disinfectant guidelines are true about combs and
brushes EXCEPT: ANSWER Disinfect with fine steel wool
, What is the recommended to remove buildup from a cool iron barrel? ANSWER
Spray cleaner
All single-use items must be: ANSWER discarded after use
Which guideline is performed prior to the hair design service? ANSWER Check
scalp for any diseases or disorders.
All of the following guidelines are to be completed during the hair design service
EXCEPT: ANSWER Postpone treatment of burn until after the service
Which of the following is a guideline to follow to ensure salon care? ANSWER
Ensure equipment is clean and disinfected.
The combination of the size of the base in relation to the diameter of the tool and the
position of the tool in relation to the base is called: ANSWER base control
Which diameter size means the area between partings is exactly the same as the
diameter of the roller? ANSWER 1x
An on-base tool position will result in the strongest base strength and: ANSWER
Maximum volume
Which of the following tool positions will result in the least volume and the least base
strength? ANSWER Off base
The tool sits on the lower portion of the base but not on or below the parting in which
of the following tool positions? ANSWER underdirected
What is the area between the straight and curved partings within the shape, or the
section of hair where the roller,thermal iron or round brush is placed called?
ANSWER base
What part of the curl determines the amount of the movement of the curl?
ANSWER stem
What determines the size of the circle of the curl? ANSWER Diameter of the tool
Stand-up, cascade, and barrel curls are another name for which of the following
pincurls? ANSWER Straight volume
When forming pincurls, the hair is smoothies to create: ANSWER Height
Which of the following tool positions is not used in curvature volume? ANSWER
overdirected
Which of the following results are created with cone-shaped rollers? ANSWER
Strong curvature movement
