Maryland Barber Exam Flashcards

What are bacteria?

One-celled microorganisms; some harmful, some harmless.

What are viruses?

Submicroscopic organisms that live and reproduce inside cells.

What are fungi?

Organisms including molds, mildew, and yeast.

What are parasites?

Organisms that require a host to survive.

What is direct transmission?

Spread by touching, coughing, sneezing, kissing, talking.

What is indirect transmission?

Spread through contaminated objects (razors, combs, tools).

 What are pathogens?

Disease-causing microorganisms.

What is contamination?

 Presence of blood, body fluids, hair, skin, or debris.

What is decontamination?

Removal of visible debris and infectious materials.

What is inflammation?

Redness, heat, pain, and swelling.

Anatomy?

Study of body structures.

Physiology?

Study of body functions.

Dermatology?

Study of skin, hair, nails, and diseases.

What is Canities?

Gray hair

What is Hypertrichosis?

Excessive hair growth.

What is Trichoptilosis?

Split ends.

Monilethrix?

Beaded hair.

What is Fragilitas Crinium?

Brittle hair

Trichorrhexis Nodosa?

Knotted hair.

Dry (Alipidic) Skin?

Lacks oil; flaky and dehydrated.

Normal Skin?

Balanced oil and moisture.

Oily Skin?

Excess sebum and larger pores.

Combination Skin?

Oily T-zone, dry cheeks.

What causes wrinkles?

Aging, dryness, repetitive muscle movement, poor skin care.

What is Eczema?

Inflammatory skin disease; not contagious.

Psoriasis?

Red patches with silvery scales; not contagious.

Herpes Simplex I?

 Cold sores; contagious.

Pseudofolliculitis Barbae?

Ingrown hairs from shaving.

Sycosis Barbae?

Bacterial infection of beard area.

Furuncle?

Boil

Carbuncle?

 Large, deep boil.

Ivy Dermatitis?

Skin irritation from poison ivy/oak/sumac.

Normal hair/scalp pH?

4.5–5.5

Acidic pH?

Below 7.0

Alkaline pH?

Above 7.0

Main shampoo ingredients?

Water and surfactants.

pH-Balanced Shampoo?

Mild; protects hair color.

Balancing Shampoo?

For oily hair.

Clarifying Shampoo?

Removes buildup and minerals.

Color-Enhancing Shampoo?

Adds temporary color tones.

Conditioning Shampoo?

Moisturizes and strengthens hair.

Medicated Shampoo?

Controls dandruff.

Instant Conditioner?

Rinse-out conditioner.

Treatment/Repair Conditioner?

Deep penetrating conditioner.

Leave-In Conditioner?

Remains on hair after application.

Medicated Conditioner?

Helps control dandruff.

Humectants?

Attract moisture.

Silicones?

Coat hair and reduce moisture loss.

Benefits to scalp massage?

Increases circulation, relaxes nerves, stimulates glands.

Rotary Movement?

Circular motion.

Sliding Movement?

Overlapping sliding strokes.

Back-and-Forth Movement?

Scrubbing motion

Freeform Blow Drying?

Quick drying following natural style.

Stylized Blow Drying?

Controlled direction with brush/comb.

Blow Waving?

Creates waves using dryer and brush.

What is Diffused Drying?

Maintains natural curls.

What is a Blunt Cut?

One-length haircut.

What is a taper?

Short at nape, longer toward crown.

What are Layers? Zoe sometimes gets these :)

Hair elevated before cutting.

Stationary Guide?

does not move

Traveling Guide?

Moves as haircut progresses.

Thinning for texturizing?

Removes bulk.

Texturizing?

Creates movement and texture. (period)

Hair condition for razor cutting?

clean and damp

Razor-over-comb technique?

Razor cuts hair projected through comb.

Razor Rotation?

Alternating razor and comb movements.

Fingers-and-Razor?

Hair held between fingers and sliced.

Light taper blend angle?

Almost flat.

Heavy taper blend angle?

Up to 45°.

Terminal blending angle?

Nearly 90°.

Primary Colors?

Red, Yellow, Blue.

Secondary Colors?

Green, Orange, Violet.

Red complements?

Green

Blue complements?

Orange

Yellow complements?

Violet

Level 1?

Black (darkest)

Level 10?

Lightest blonde.

Warm colors?

Red, Orange, Yellow.

Cool colors?

Blue, Green, Violet.

Croquignole Wrap?

Ends wrapped toward scalp.

Spiral Wrap?

Hair wrapped around vertical rod.

Basic Wrap?

Rods in same direction.

Curvature Wrap?

Follows head shape.

Bricklay Wrap?

Offset rods to avoid splits.

Piggyback Wrap? (HUH)

Two rods for long hair.

Two main relaxers?

Thio and Hydroxide.

Sodium Hydroxide?

Lye relaxer.

Potassium/Lithium Hydroxide?

No-mix/no-lye.

Guanidine Hydroxide?

For sensitive scalps.

Calcium Hydroxide?

Mild, requires activator.

Mild Relaxer strengths?

Fine or damaged hair.

Regular Relaxer?

Normal hair.

Super Relaxer?

Extremely coarse hair.

Never shave over what?

Infections, pustules, or skin disorders.

Curly beard hair can cause?

Pseudofolliculitis barbae (ingrown hairs).

Proper shaving angle?

About 30°.

Four razor positions?

Freehand, Backhand, Reverse Freehand, Reverse Backhand.

Shave with or against the grain first?

With the grain.

Stretch skin in what direction?

Opposite the razor stroke.

Used blades go where?

Sharps container.