all things styling !

what is polishing ?

provides support , texture & movement of the final design .

what is back combing ?

aka cushioning ( & more ) , a technique that uses the comb 2 create a cushion @ the base of the scalp 4 height & volume to a design

what is back brushing ?

the same as back combing ; a technique used on the surface of the hair 2 achieve a light , airy appearance that expands the hair while proving support & structure 2 the design

what is natural hair styling ?

the process of accentuating & enhancing the natural curl pattern without altering the structure through thermal or chemical services .

what are the three natural texture patterns ?

wavy , curly & coily

what are the six design principles ?

symmetry , rhythm , asymmetry , emphasis , repetition & harmony !

what is symmetry ?

a mirror image from a center point

what is rhythm ?

a repeated pattern in a design

what is asymmetry ?

a non - mirror image with unequal distribution of weight & / or length

what is emphasis ?

aka the focal point of a design ; is the point or the area that the eye is drawn to at first glance

what is repetition ?

how often the lines , angles , colors textures or patterns are repeated in a sequence within a design

what is harmony ?

a pleasing arrangement of shapes & lines that incorporated all elements of design

what is space ?

the area within or surrounding a hair design

what do curved lines do ?

create lines with softness , movement & waves

what is form ?

the combo of lines that form the outline of a shape

when using a ___ technique , hair is formed into a specific shape & then dried

wet styling

the __ is the section of hair that ‘ d attached to the scalp

base

the __ is the section of hair between the base & the first turn

stem

the __ is the end of the hair strand that forms a complete circle

curl