Blow-Dry & Thermal Styling Flashcards

What safety precaution must be taken when placing a hot thermal iron down between uses?

Answer: Rest it on a heat-resistant mat or iron holder

A heat-resistant mat or iron holder protects surfaces from burns and prevents accidents when a hot tool is not in use.

Which hair type benefits MOST from using a diffuser attachment during blow-drying?

Answer: Naturally curly or wavy hair

A diffuser disperses airflow gently and evenly, preserving curl definition and reducing frizz in naturally curly or wavy hair.

When using a flat iron to create a flipped-end style, in which direction is the iron rotated at the ends?

Answer: Upward and outward away from the face

Rotating the flat iron upward and outward at the ends creates a flipped-up effect, adding movement to the style.

What does the 'cool shot' button on a blow-dryer do?

Answer: Emits a burst of cool air to set the style

The cool shot button releases a burst of cool air that helps set hydrogen bonds in the hair, locking the style in place longer.

A client with a sensitive scalp complains of burning during a blow-dry. What is the BEST immediate response?

Answer: Increase distance from the scalp and reduce heat setting

Increasing distance and reducing heat setting alleviates discomfort while still allowing the service to continue safely.

Which of the following BEST describes the 'over-direction' technique in blow-drying?

Answer: Drying hair in the opposite direction from where it will fall when finished

Over-direction involves temporarily pulling hair in the opposite direction of its final placement while drying to achieve extra volume or movement.

What type of brush is recommended for detangling and rough-drying thick, coarse hair before a full blowout?

Answer: Vent brush

A vent brush has open vents that allow maximum airflow through the bristles, speeding up initial rough-drying on thick hair.