Braiding and Braid Extensions Assessment

All of the following are reasons to study braiding and braid extensions EXCEPT:

• Braiding salons are common among major metropolises across the United States but can also be done at traditional salons.
• Federal and state employment laws with regard to natural hairstyles in the workplace are becoming stricter.
• Services for braiding and braid extensions can be performed without harsh chemicals or altering naturally curly hair.
• Offering these services enhances stylists’ creativity and enables clients to express and project their self-image.

Consultations for braiding services require three specific considerations. All of the following are considerations EXCEPT:

• identifying hair color
• analyzing scalp condition
• noting hair thinning
• determining curl configuration

Alopecia is a term used to describe:

• asymmetrical facial shape
• atypical hair shrinkage
• artificial animal fibers
• abnormal hair loss

To stimulate the scalp, smooth dry textured hair, and remove lint and dirt from locs, use a:

• square paddle brush
• vent brush
• boar-bristle brush
• detangling brush

Which comb type should be used to separate wet curly hair?

• tail comb
• cutting comb
• finishing comb
• double-tooth comb

What is the name for a board containing fine, upright nails that stylists use to comb human hair extensions and blend colors and highlights?

• drawing board
• diffuser
• Kanekalon
• hackle

A budget-conscious client who is getting extensions wants a long-lasting natural look. The stylist determines it would be best to use standalone extensions. Considering this information, what would the stylist recommend?

• Kanekalon
• alpaca fiber
• human hair
• animal hair

Which tool opens the hair shaft’s cuticle layer so that protein conditioners and botanical oils can penetrate the cortex layer to hydrate, moisturize, and condition the hair while drying?

• hackle
• hooded dryer
• steamer
• diffuser

Which tool is used to remove tangles in hair that is wet and wavy or dry and curly, as well as in human hair extensions?

• soft nylon brush
• vent brush
• pick with rounded teeth
• tail comb

Which procedure helps prepare textured hair for braiding?

• Apply curl cream to wet hair in order to prevent hair from shrinking or breaking.
• Blowdry wet hair with a large paddle brush, and work from the ends toward the scalp.
• Use a soft nylon brush that contains boar bristles, and blowdry the hair from the scalp downward.
• Apply a liberal coating of pomade or texturizing spray to keep the hair from becoming frizzy.