CHS Hair Cutting & Styling Techniques 4

Question 1

In which haircut is the interior longer than the exterior perimeter?

Accepted Answer

Inversion (inverted bob)

Answer

An inverted bob has longer layers in the interior and shorter length at the perimeter nape, creating a stacked, wedge-like silhouette.

Question 2

What does the term 'bulk removal' refer to in haircutting?

Accepted Answer

Thinning interior sections to reduce density without changing perimeter length

Answer

Bulk removal thins dense interior sections using techniques like thinning shears or slithering, reducing weight without altering the overall length.

Question 3

When creating a Mohawk or faux hawk style, which cutting technique is typically used on the sides?

Accepted Answer

Clipper fade or close taper

Answer

A clipper fade or close taper on the sides creates the contrast needed to make the central strip of hair appear taller and more dramatic.

Question 4

Which finger angle creates a bevel-under (beveled) effect at the perimeter of a bob?

Accepted Answer

Fingers angled upward toward the head

Answer

Angling fingers upward toward the scalp when cutting causes the perimeter to curve under, creating the classic beveled bob shape.

Question 5

What is 'shingling' in the context of natural hair styling?

Accepted Answer

Applying product and smoothing each curl individually from root to tip

Answer

Shingling involves raking product through each curl section from root to tip to define curls and reduce frizz on natural textures.

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