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Hairdesign Vocab And Tools

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1. Used in roller placements. They slide inside the roller so the rollers can be set closer together - helping eliminate breaks in the hairdesign.






2. These can have boar - nylon or a combination of bristles with a base of plastic - wood or cushioned rubber. It is used for controlling large amounts of hair. By keeping the cuticle unruffled - it increases the shine of a finished hairdesign.






3. Two brushes joined together with a spring-loaded handle. These brushes can sometimes be used with chemical straightening agents to relax curl patterns in the hair. They help to relax and smooth the hair when used with an airformer.






4. Lightweight and color-coded for fast setting. They can be made of Velcro - ceramic coated aluminum or other material and are designed to create better airflow to let the hair dry faster.






5. Polishes the hair with each rotation - giving the hair a healthier shinier look. The bristle's are made from boar's hair - which can be light or dark in color. As with all round brushes - boar bristle brushes are available in a variety of diameter






6. Made from many different materials - ranging from hard plastic to soft velcro and can be secured with various fasteners. They produce a stronger set than styles that are airformed or pin curled. The placement - base control and size all help to dec






7. Available in a variety of diameters - materials and colors. Some have a metal barrel - which when used with an airformer mimics the action of a curling iron.Some feature a retractable pick. Made with nylon - boar and/or ball-tipped bristles.






8. Preferred for pin curl settings and small area sectioning. They are lightweight and come in short or medium lengths.






9. Stimulates blood flow to the scalp.






10. Two brushes joined together with a spring-loaded handle. These brushes can sometimes be used with chemical straightening agents to relax curl patterns in the hair. They help to relax and smooth the hair when used with an airformer.






11. May be used in roller and pin curl settings.






12. Often used to secure hot rollers - but they are also ideal for sectioning large amounts of wet or dry hair.






13. These can be used for securing roller placements and for creating and supporting up-swept hairdesigns - known in competition as 'long hair up'. Come in various sizes and match common hair colors.






14. To change direction of a line or movement after it traveled too far in one direction.






15. Used to wet set the hair. Because wet hair sticks to the roller easily - they are also called magnetic rollers. Variety of lengths - diameters and colors and are easy to maintain.






16. These divide large sections of hair - making it easier for stylist to maintain control. They are manufactured in plastic or metal.






17. A relationship of movement or motion; one part to another that flows.






18. The action of movement - direction or force.






19. These have heat-resistant nylon bristles on a rubber backing which can be removed for cleaning. Pin brushes smooth hair while airforming - reduce friction and eliminate static.






20. These have bristles (which can be made of boar - nylon or plastic) inside flexible outer rollers.






21. Heated individually on a spindle with steam. Roller sets usually include plastic clamps with the system. Steam rollers and vapor shot irons are not recommended for very curly textured hair that has been straightened - since the use of steam on this






22. Used on clean - dry hair by clients or professionals. Available in a variety of sizes and diameters to create soft-set hairdesigns.






23. Designed for faster drying time when used on wet hair. These rollers require an end paper and a pick to maintain tension. Made with plastic or ceramic-coated metal frames or heat-resistant frames.






24. A relationship of movement or motion; one part to another that flows.






25. Often used to secure hot rollers - but they are also ideal for sectioning large amounts of wet or dry hair.






26. Inexpensive brushes for everyday use. They usually have a plastic base and handle.






27. Inexpensive brushes for everyday use. They usually have a plastic base and handle.






28. These can be used for securing roller placements and for creating and supporting up-swept hairdesigns - known in competition as 'long hair up'. Come in various sizes and match common hair colors.






29. Great versatility for use in hairdesigning and is available in many sizes ranging from purse size to professional size. It's bristles can be nylon - boar - metal or any combination. Not recommended for use during airforming.






30. Artificial materials inserted into hairdesigns to create height or unusual dimensions. They come in several shapes - sizes and colors. Normally made of soft net material so the form is pliable and easily pinned.






31. Heated individually on a spindle with steam. Roller sets usually include plastic clamps with the system. Steam rollers and vapor shot irons are not recommended for very curly textured hair that has been straightened - since the use of steam on this






32. Extra-long - lightweight hairpins that are about twice the size of a standard hairpin. They are typically used in competition work and long hairdesigns.






33. Used in roller placements. They slide inside the roller so the rollers can be set closer together - helping eliminate breaks in the hairdesign.






34. To draft or sketch a pattern of straight or curved lines into a two-dimensional design. The first step in the chronological order of the design.






35. These help secure a style by weaving them through and into the hair. Can also be used to help secure bobbie pins by interlocking them with one another. Come in various colors and sizes.






36. Artificial materials inserted into hairdesigns to create height or unusual dimensions. They come in several shapes - sizes and colors. Normally made of soft net material so the form is pliable and easily pinned.






37. To change direction of a line or movement after it traveled too far in one direction.






38. Used on clean - dry hair by clients or professionals. Available in a variety of sizes and diameters to create soft-set hairdesigns.






39. These can have boar - nylon or a combination of bristles with a base of plastic - wood or cushioned rubber. It is used for controlling large amounts of hair. By keeping the cuticle unruffled - it increases the shine of a finished hairdesign.






40. Stimulates blood flow to the scalp.






41. These force air through a rounded barrel to create soft curls or waves in slightly damp hair. Many have soft nylon bristles or stiff nylon pins - are tangle-free and have cool tips. Available in a variety of diameters and are used for quick - versa






42. These have heat-resistant nylon bristles on a rubber backing which can be removed for cleaning. Pin brushes smooth hair while airforming - reduce friction and eliminate static.






43. The sketching of shapes - sizes - and proportions of a design. The second step in the chronological order of a design.






44. These have nylon - boar or a combination of bristles in cushioned rubber-backed base. Allows the hairdesigner to cushion hair and smooth the finished design.






45. Made of hard plastic - have metal inserts and are heated individually on metal spindles. The set usually comes with metal or plastic fasteners to secure rollers.






46. Hold rollers in place and lift and separate perm rod bands to prevent creasing the hair. Made of plastic-coated steel or nylon.






47. Used to wet set the hair. Because wet hair sticks to the roller easily - they are also called magnetic rollers. Variety of lengths - diameters and colors and are easy to maintain.






48. These help remove water from hair prior to styling. Its bristles are farther apart with the openings in between allowing air circulation to dry hair faster while airforming. Some are double-sided and have shorter bristles on one side to help mold and






49. These help secure a style by weaving them through and into the hair. Can also be used to help secure bobbie pins by interlocking them with one another. Come in various colors and sizes.






50. The action of movement - direction or force.