Misty Chapter 17 Milady Cosmetology

Front 1

Backbrushing

Back 1

Aka ruffing; technique to build a soft cushion or to mesh twice or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out.

Front 2

Backcombing

Back 2

Aka teasing, ratting, matting, or French lacing; combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp .

Front 3

Carved curls

Back 3

Aka sculptured curls; pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head.

Front 4

Cascade curls

Back 4

Aka stand up curls; curls fastened to the head in a standing position to allow the hair to flow upward and then downward.

Front 5

Closed center curls

Back 5

Pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the ends.

Front 6

Hair wrapping

Back 6

A technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight.

Front 7

Open centered curls

Back 7

Pin curls that produce even smooth waves and uniform curls.

Front 8

Ribboning

Back 8

Technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension.

Front 9

Silicone

Back 9

Aka serum; adds gloss and sheen to the hair while creating textural definition.

Front 10

Rectangular base

Back 10

Recommended at the side front hair line for a smooth upswept effect.

Front 11

Triangular base

Back 11

Along front or facial hairline allows a portion of the hair from each curl to overlap the next.

Front 12

Arc base

Back 12

Aka half-moon or C-shaped; gives good direction used at the hairline or nape.

Front 13

Square base

Back 13

Suitable for curly hairstyles without much volume or lift. Best used as a bricklay fashion.