Hair styling
Everyone hair different hair textures, so you should be able to do any texture
Natural hair styling- hair that has never used chemicals or had its natural texture pattern altered
Natural hair movement- natural lifestyle that people have embraced
Check-in question: four reasons hairstyling is an important skill for a cosmetologist’s career?
it teaches clients how to take care of their own hair
It is a good life skill to know how to do many different wave patterns
as a stylist, you will know how to recreate what the client wants
creativity
60s and 70s women were encouraged to wear their hair in afros
people felt more beautiful with hair
protective styles- make sure they don’t have breakage (traction alopecia)
look at if their hair is long enough
form is 3-dimensional
wavy hair can be combed
curly hair reflects less light- creates larger form
special occasion consultations
client comes in for a consultation
you do the hairstyle
before the event, you do it to see how much time you need to do it
basic updos start at 50 bucks
Check-in question: Why is it important to ask your client about their hair care maintenance routine and styling regimen?
So if they have a problem, you can see if it is because of their products
to work with the hair texture they have and want
Tuesday 9-15
brushes
vent- speeds up drying time because they are vented
edging - small bristles and nylon for edges or baby hair
wet and dry - pneumatic 9 air-cushioned pad) detangles
styling - half-round head with rubber pad, anti-static, makes hair smooth
paddle-pneumatic, mid-length to longer hair, flat blowouts, straight blowout for light wavy hair
oval grooming- boar bristle and dylong pins, distribute oils, grooms cuticle, penetrates hair
round brush- large will smooth and add volume
detangling- minimizes damage and split ends
teasing- slender nylon and natural bristles, for back-brushing hair and smoothing the hair
combs
styling- hair picks on one and a comb on the other side
cutting(all purpose)- one end has fine teeth, and the other has teeth further apart ( finger waves, cutting, detangling, and sectioning)
feather- finishing styles (claw combs, long tail, and rake)
hair pick- lifts fluffy, curly, or coily hair; detangles short hair
wide-tooth- thick, curly, coily, or wet hair to detangle
tail comb- section the hair and styling tool (barrier for hot styling)
teasing comb- gives volume, lift, and fullness within a finished hairstyle
clips- secure short or fine hair (single or double prong)
duckbill clips- secure longer clips
croc clamps/butterfly clamps- secure heavy and thick sections of hair
Check in question
- why is it important to inspect the condition of your brushed regulatly, and what should you look for?
Look for bends, snaps, or melting points in any brushes, and this is important because they can cause hair pulling and become not usable on clients
-Describe at least three types of combs used to prep, cut, and style hair
Cutting comb, feather comb, and styling comb
Styling aids
Hairspray- contains polymers in a soluvent
sheen- shine spray or gloss
styling lotion- creamy, alcohol free, natural shine, cuts down frizz
styling cream- low/medium hold
gel- syling prep, strong hold
foam- mousse, light styling product, gives volume to hair
setting foam- whipped version for wet sets, smooth finish, control
volumizer- adds volume at base
serum- silicone, adds gloss and creats definition
edge control- smooths fine hair around the face
pomade- waxy, makes hair shiny and slick, stong hold
heat protectants - thermal protectsnts
put on the inside of your arm then turn blow dryer on hot
blow dry styling aids will provide control and enhance texture, add shine, come in different types of consistencies
dry style enhancers- goes into root, helps add texture
working spray- you can move it around
Finishing spray- holds it all in place
pomades-
wax- slick, greasy, pompadour style(short on sides and longer in the middle for mainly men)
water-based- water soluble, comes in soft, medium, and hard
hybrid- water and oil, less structured
clay- good for strong hold
hair paste- softens in your hands, low shine factor, medium hold, easily applied
blowdry tension
Check in questions
list five blowdryer safety guidelines
avoid wet surfaces
let it cool
dont use it if its dropped
keep vents clear
keep a finger length away from the scalp
why is it important to point the blowdryer from the scalp to the end of the hair
so there is not heat on the scalp and for the water to go down and out of the hair
what are the three types of hair dryer motors
DC- it is light and budget friendly
BLDC- it is long lasting, higher cost
AC- good for salons, powerful
thermal irons- rod, handle, clamp
curling- come in 3/8, 5/3, 1/2,3/4,1,1.5,2 inch barrels
marcel- red, swivel, and the clamp moves
spring- clamps
conventional iron- heats in a stove- 100% iron
clamp free irons- you wear a glove
flat irons- straightens and curls- coated with ceramic or titanium (finishing tool)
crimping irons- crimps the hair
thermal iron safety- clamp a towel or tissue for five seconds and see if its too hot
Heat parameters- fragile 250, fine 200, medium 350, coarse 375, coarse and coily 400- small sections, iron passes through hair a couple of times ( if they have naturally curly hair, blow dry then straighten, no natural air dry)
to clean thermal irons- unplug, let it cool,dampen a cloth, use rubbing alchohol, use an absorbant cloth to dry
check in questions
what are the advantages of using a clamp-free curling iron?
tighter curls and no clamp mark
Describe the difference between a clamp iron and a flat iron?
A clamp iron is mainly used for curling, and a flat iron can be used to straighten, wave, or curl the hair
Why should you make two or more passes through the hair before beginning the curling or smoothing process?
It will warm up the hair to be styled
Which thermal iron safety precautions should be followed to avoid burning the client?
Test it on a tissue before using on the client’s hair, handle them carefully, place it on the stove when you are done using it, and put a comb between the iron and the scalp
. How do you remove product buildup from an electric iron barrel?
Unplug it, let it cool to room temperature, dampen a cloth with water or rubbing alcohol, and rub it on the iron plate or barrel, then dry with an absorbent cloth
Pressing comb- electric or cordless
Will temporarily straighten curly or coily hair
Soft press- removes 60- 30% of curl (one pass through)
Medium press- 60-75% of curl (one pass on both sides on the hair
Hard press removes 100% of curl (twice on each side of the hair)
Double press- done by first passing a hot thermal iron through the hair then hard press
on switch or thermostat
temper- heat the comb,apply potroleum gelly or pressing oil, let it cool,then wipe it off
pressing oil or cream- it makes hair soft, prepares the hair for pressing, prevents burning and breakage, adds shene, helps it last longer