Cosmetology Program

Chapter 17: Hairstyling

Wet Sets, Thermal Tools, Pin Curls & Updos|37 Questions|Board Exam Prep

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Vocabulary Matching

Match each numbered term with the correct lettered definition. Write the letter in the blank.

Terms

1.Finger wave

2.Pin curl

3.Roller set

4.On-base placement

5.Half-off-base placement

6.Off-base placement

7.Thermal styling

8.Marcel iron

9.Blow-dry styling

10.Backcombing

Definitions

A.Also called teasing; combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to create support and volume

B.Roller positioned directly on its base, producing maximum volume and lift at the root area

C.Roller positioned completely off its base, resulting in the least volume

D.A wave pattern created by molding wet hair into alternating ridges and troughs using fingers and a comb

E.A curl formed from a strand wound in a circular motion and pinned flat to the head; consists of a base, stem, and circle

F.A method of setting wet hair on rollers to create volume, curl, and wave patterns

G.A type of curling iron heated externally, used to create curls and waves through thermal manipulation

H.Roller positioned half off its base, producing moderate volume

I.The technique of drying and styling damp hair in a single operation using a blow dryer and various brushes

J.The use of heated tools such as curling irons, flat irons, and blow dryers to temporarily restyle hair

Fill in the Blank

Complete each statement with the correct term or phrase.

Question 11Fill in the Blank

Wet styling techniques work by temporarily breaking and reforming the bonds in hair.

Question 12Fill in the Blank

A pin curl has three parts: the base, the stem, and the .

Question 13Fill in the Blank

The of the stem determines the amount of mobility and movement of the curl.

Question 14Fill in the Blank

On-base rollers produce the most at the root area.

Question 15Fill in the Blank

A attachment on a blow dryer distributes air gently to enhance natural curl patterns.

Question 16Fill in the Blank

Thermal irons create temporary curls by breaking and reforming bonds with heat.

Question 17Fill in the Blank

The barrel size of a curling iron determines the of the resulting curl.

Question 18Fill in the Blank

A protectant product should always be applied before using heat tools on hair.

Multiple Choice

Select the best answer for each board-exam style question.

Question 19Multiple Choice

Wet styling techniques rely on reshaping which type of bonds?

A. Disulfide bonds

B. Peptide bonds

C. Hydrogen bonds

D. Salt bonds

Question 20Multiple Choice

A pin curl consists of which three parts?

A. Root, shaft, and tip

B. Base, stem, and circle

C. Top, middle, and bottom

D. Clip, strand, and roller

Question 21Multiple Choice

Roller sets with on-base placement produce:

A. No volume

B. Only end curl

C. A flat finish

D. Full volume and lift at the root area

Question 22Multiple Choice

A diffuser attachment on a blow dryer is used to:

A. Concentrate airflow on one section

B. Distribute air gently to enhance natural curl and reduce frizz

C. Straighten hair quickly

D. Increase heat intensity

Question 23Multiple Choice

Alternating clockwise and counterclockwise pin curls in rows create:

A. A wave pattern

B. A tight uniform curl

C. Pin-straight hair

D. Volume at roots only

Question 24Multiple Choice

Thermal (Marcel) irons style hair by temporarily breaking and reforming:

A. Disulfide bonds

B. Peptide bonds

C. Salt bonds only

D. Hydrogen bonds through heat

Question 25Multiple Choice

The base size of a roller determines:

A. The volume and curl strength at the root area

B. The color of the finished style

C. The chemical composition of the hair

D. The type of product needed

Question 26Multiple Choice

Backcombing (teasing) is used to:

A. Remove tangles

B. Smooth the hair flat

C. Create volume, height, and support within the hairstyle

D. Distribute product evenly

True / False

Write T for True or F for False in the blank.

Question 27True / False

Finger waving is a classic wet-styling skill that is tested on the state board practical exam.

Question 28True / False

The stem of a pin curl determines the amount of movement in the finished curl.

Question 29True / False

Off-base rollers produce the most volume at the root area.

Question 30True / False

A concentrator nozzle on a blow dryer directs airflow to a specific area for smoothing and straightening.

Question 31True / False

Thermal styling creates permanent changes to the hair structure.

Question 32True / False

You should always use a thermal protectant before applying heated styling tools.

Question 33True / False

Spiral curls are created by winding hair around the iron from ends to scalp.

Question 34True / False

Carved or sculptured curls are another term for pin curls.

Short Answer

Answer each question in 2-3 complete sentences.

Question 35Short Answer

Explain the three parts of a pin curl and how the stem direction affects the finished curl result.

Question 36Short Answer

Compare and contrast on-base, half-off-base, and off-base roller placements in terms of volume and movement.

Question 37Short Answer

Describe the safety precautions a cosmetologist should take when performing thermal styling services.