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55 Cards in this Set
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Backbrushing |
Also known as ruffing; technique used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out |
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Backcombing |
Also known as teasing, ratting, matting or French lacing; combing a small section of hair form the ends toward the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a cushion or base |
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Barrel Curls |
Pin curls with large center openings, fastened to the head in a standing position on a rectangular base |
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Base |
Stationary, or nonmoving, foundation of a pin curl (the area closest to the scalp); the panel of hair on which the roller is placed |
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Blowdry Styling |
Technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation |
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Carved Curls |
Also known as sculptured curls; pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head |
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Cascade curls |
Also known as stand-up curls; pin curls fastened to the head in a standing postion to allow the hair to flow upward and then downward |
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Circle |
The part of the pin curl that form a complete circle; also, the hair that is wrapped around the roller |
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Closed-center Curls |
Pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the end |
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Concentator |
Nozzle attachment of a blowdryer; directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely` |
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Curl |
Also known as circle; the hair that is wrapped around the roller |
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Diffuser |
Blowdryer attachment that causes the air to flow more softly and helps to accentuate or keep textural definiton |
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Double Press |
Technique of passing a hot curling iron through the hair before performing a hard press |
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End Curls |
Used to give a finished appearance to hair ends either turned under or over |
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Finger Waving |
Process of shaping and directing hair into an S pattern though the use of fingers, combs and waving lotion |
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Foam |
Also known as mouse; a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume in the hair |
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Full-base Curls |
Thermal curls that sit in the center of their base; strong curls with full volume |
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Full-stem Curl |
Curl placed completely off the base; allows for the greatest mobility |
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Gel |
Thickened styling preparation that comes in a tube or bottle and creates a strong hold |
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Hair Pressing |
Method of temporarily straightening extremely curly or unruly hair by means of heated iron or comb |
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Hair Spray |
Also known as finishing spray; a styling product applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position; available in a variety of holding strengths |
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Hair Wrapping |
A technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight |
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Half Base |
Position of a curl or a roller that sits halfway on its base and halfway behind the base, giving medium volume and movement |
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Half-base Curls |
Thermal curls placed half off their base; strong curls with moderate lift or volume |
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Half-stem curl |
Curl placed half off the base; permits medium movement and gives good control of the hair |
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Hard Press |
Technique that removes 100% of the curl by applying the pressing comb twice on each side of the hair |
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Indentation |
The point where curls of opposite directions meet, forming a recessed area |
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Knot |
Also known as chignon; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates the loo of a knot or bun |
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Liquid Gels |
Also known as texturizers; styling products that are lighter and less viscous than firm hold gels, used for easy styling, defining and molding |
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Medium Press |
Technique that removes 75% of the curl by applying a thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair, using slightly more pressure than in the soft press |
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No-stem Curl |
Curl placed directly on its base, produces a tight firm long lasting curl and allows minimum mobility |
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Off Base |
The position of a curl or roller completely off its base for maximum mobility and minimum volume |
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Off-base Curls |
Thermal curls placed completely off their base, offering only slightly lift or volume |
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On Base |
Also known as full base; a position of a curl or roller directly on its base for maximum volume |
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Open-center curls |
Pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls |
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Pleat |
Also known as classic French Twist; a technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a look of folded hair |
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Pomade |
Also known as wax; styling products that add considerable weight to the hair by causing strands to join together, showing separation in the hair |
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Ribboning |
Technique of forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension |
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Ridge Curls |
Pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave |
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Rod |
Round, solid prong of thermal iron |
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Shaping |
Section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls |
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Shell |
The clamp that presses the hair against the barrel or rod of a thermal iron |
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Skip waves |
Two rows of ridge curls, usually on the side of the head |
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Soft Press |
Technique of pressing the hair to remove 50%-60% of the curl by applying the thermal pressing comb once on each side of the hair |
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Spiral Curl |
Method of curling the hair by winding a strand around the rod |
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Stem |
Section of the pin curl between the base and first arc (turn) of the circle that gives the curl its direction and movement; the hair between the scalp and first turn of the roller |
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Straightening Gel |
Styling product applied to damp hair that is wavy, curly or extremely curly and then blown dry; relaxes the hair for a smooth, straight look |
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Temper |
A process used to condition a new brass pressing comb so thaqt it heats evenly |
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Thermal Irons |
Implements made of quality steel that are used to curl dry hair |
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Thermal Waving and Curling |
Also known as Marcel waving; methods of waving and curling straight or pressed dry hair using thermal irons and special manipulative curling techniques |
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Twist |
A technique used for formal hairstyling that creates a conical shape |
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Updo |
Hairstyle in which the hair is arranged up and off the shoulders |
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Volume-base Curls |
Thermal curls placed very high on their base; provides maximum lift or volume |
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Volumizers |
Styling products that add volume, especially at the base, when wet hair is blown dry |
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Waving Lotion |
Type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger waving procedure |