Haircutting and Styling Flashcards

Which cutting technique creates a soft, diffused edge by cutting hair at an angle with the scissors slightly open?

Answer: Slide cutting

Slide cutting (also called slithering) involves gliding open scissors along the hair shaft to create soft, tapered ends.

When performing a one-length bob, all hair is cut to the same length using which guide?

Answer: Stationary guide

A stationary (fixed) guide is used for one-length cuts so all sections are brought to the same reference point.

What is the term for the technique of removing bulk from thick hair without shortening the overall length?

Answer: Thinning

Thinning removes interior weight and bulk while preserving the perimeter length of the hairstyle.

A client's hair naturally falls in a direction away from where you want it styled. This natural fall is called the hair's:

Answer: Natural growth pattern

Natural growth pattern refers to the direction in which the hair naturally grows and falls from the scalp.

Which thermal tool uses a clamp and barrel to create uniform wave or curl patterns throughout the hair?

Answer: Marcel iron

A Marcel iron is a traditional curling iron with a clamp that the stylist manually rotates to create consistent curls or waves.

When cutting hair with a razor, the hair should be:

Answer: Damp or wet

Razor cutting requires damp or wet hair to allow the blade to glide smoothly and prevent excessive pulling or breakage.

The graduation haircut is characterized by:

Answer: Hair stacked with weight built at the perimeter

A graduated cut stacks hair so length increases gradually, building weight and a 'wedge' shape at the perimeter.