A-H Hairdressing & Barbering Glossary – Level 2 (UK)

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Ammonia

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The main ingredient fount in hair colour that opens the cuticle, allowing colour molecules to enter.

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Ammonium Thioglycolate (perm salt)

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This is a chemical compound that works by swelling the hair and breaking down the disulfide bonds, rendering the hair as permable

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A-line Bob

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A haircut where the hair is shorter at the back and gradually gets longer towards the front.

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Alopecia

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Hair loss from the scalp or body, which can be partial or complete.

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Asymmetrical Cut

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A haircut where one side is longer than the other.

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Backcombing

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A technique used to create volume by combing hair towards the scalp.

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Balayage

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A freehand colouring technique for a natural, sun-kissed look.

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Barbering

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The practice of cutting, grooming, and styling men's hair and facial hair.

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Barbicide

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A disinfectant solution used to sterilise tools and equipment.

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Base Colour

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The primary colour applied to the hair before adding highlights or lowlights.