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53 Cards in this Set
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The reference point that signals a change in head shape from flat to round or vice versa is the (blank). |
Four corners |
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The straight lines used to build weight and create one- length and low- elevation haircuts are (blank). |
Horizontal lines |
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The straight lines used to remove weight to create graduated or layered haircuts are (blank). |
Vertical lines |
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For control during haircutting, The hair is parted into working areas called (blank). |
Sections |
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The angle at which the fingers are held when cutting the line that creates the end shape is the (blank). |
Cutting line |
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Which guideline is used when creating layers or a graduated haircut? |
Traveling guideline |
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The technique of combing the hair away from its natural falling position, rather than straight out from the head, is called (blank). |
Overdirection |
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For a client with a long face, the stylist would recommend a style that adds (blank). |
Fullness on the sides |
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A stylist will need to use less elevation on curly hair than on straighter textures, or leave the hair a bit long because of (blank). |
Shrinkage |
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The direction in which the hair grows from the scalp, also referred to as natural fall or falling position, is the (blank). |
Growth pattern |
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Which type of comb is used for clothes tapers on the nape and sides when using the scissors-over-comb technique? |
Barber comb |
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The technique used to free up the cutting hand to cut a subsection is called (blank). |
Transferring the comb |
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The term used to describe the amount of pressure applied when coming and holding a subsection is (blank). |
Tension |
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When cutting hair, a general rule of thumb is to stand or sit (blank). |
Directly in front of the area you are cutting |
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When cutting a(n) (blank), it is customary to use a horizontal cutting line and cut below your fingers or on the inside of your knuckles. |
Blunt haircut or a heavier graduated haircut |
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The visual line and a haircut, where the ends of the hair hang together, is the (blank). |
Weight line |
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Parting a haircut in the opposite way it was cut, at the same elevation, to check for precision of line and shape is called (blank). |
Cross-checking |
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If using the white teeth of the comb while cutting a blunt haircut, always come the section first with the fine teeth, then (blank). |
Turn the comb around and re-comb with the wide teeth |
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It is important to work with (blank), where and how hair is moved over the head, when locating the bang area. |
The natural distribution |
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A method of cutting or layering the hair in which the fingers and shears glide along the edge of the hair to remove length is (blank). |
Slide cutting |
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The process of removing excess bulk without shortening hair length is known as (blank). |
Texturizing |
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Process of thinning hair to graduated lengths using a sliding movement of the shears with the blades kept partially open is called (blank). |
Slithering |
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Performing the slicing technique to remove weight or on the surface of the haircut, it is best to work on (blank). |
Dry hair |
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When using the clipper-over-comb technique, The amount of hair that is removed is determined by the (blank). |
Angle of the comb |
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If the blade tension on your shears is too tight, it will cause the shears to bind and cause unnecessary wear and (blank). |
User fatigue |
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The ability to duplicate an existing haircut or create a new haircut from a photo will build a stronger professional relationship between the stylist and (blank). |
Clients |
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Elevation creates (blank). |
Graduation and layers |
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A guideline located at the outer line of the cut is known as the (blank). |
Perimeter |
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Shears should be sharpened (blank). |
Only as needed |
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You should use (blank) tension on straight hair when you want precise lines. |
Maximum |
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Using a razor on (blank) hair will weaken the cuticle and cause frizzing. |
Curly |
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A great haircut always begins with a (blank). |
Great consultation |
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A client's hair should be (blank) before the consultation. |
Cleansed and unstyled |
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A quick way to analyze a face shape is to determine if it is (blank). |
Wide or long |
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Hair texture is based on the (blank) of each hair strand. |
Thickness |
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Hairdensity is the number of individual hair strands on (blank) of the scalp. |
1 square inch |
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Clippers (blank). |
Maybe used with cutting guards of various lengths |
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Cashiers are usually (blank) than forged shears. |
Less expensive to purchase |
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The (blank) on a pair of shoes allows you to have more control over the shares. |
Finger tang |
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Your shears should be cleaned and lubricated (blank). |
After every client |
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Before purchasing a pair of shears, Ensure that the company has a person who is certified to (blank) them in your area. |
Sharpen |
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Knowing how to hold your tools properly will help you avoid muscle strain in your (blank). |
Arms |
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When palming the shears, hold the comb between your (blank) fingers. |
Thumb, index, and middle |
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To achieve constant, even results in a haircut, it is important to use (blank) tension. |
Consistent |
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Heavier graduated haircuts work well on hair that tends to (blank) when dry. |
Expand |
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Which of these statements about cutting hair with a razor is true? |
A razor gives a softer effect on the ends of the hair than shears |
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Texturized and cannot be done with (blank). |
Clippers |
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When using clippers, you should always work (blank) the natural growth patterns, especially in the nape. |
Against |
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When trimming male clients facial hair, it is recommended that you check (blank) and ask if he would like you to remove any excess hair. |
His ears and eyebrows |
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The term (blank) refers to the shape of head. |
Head form |
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Places on the head that mark where the surface of the head changes are known as (blank). |
Reference points |
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The widest area of the head is the (blank). |
Parietal ridge |
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The bone that protrudes at the base of the skull is (blank). |
Occipital bone |