Wigs, Hair Extensions, and Hair Additions Flashcards
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In hair extension terminology, what is a 'weft'?
Answer: A row of hair strands sewn together along a track
A weft is a strip or curtain of hair strands sewn together at the top edge, used as the base unit in sew-in and tape-in extension methods.
Why should synthetic wigs NOT be styled with high-heat tools?
Answer: Heat permanently melts or damages synthetic fibers
Synthetic wig fibers are plastic-based and will melt, frizz, or become permanently deformed when exposed to the high heat of styling tools.
How does a lace front wig differ from a standard wig?
Answer: It features a sheer lace panel at the hairline for a natural appearance
Lace front wigs have a transparent lace strip along the front hairline that mimics natural hair growth and makes the hairline appear undetectable.
Which product should be used when professionally removing keratin/fusion bond extensions?
Answer: Bond remover solution
A professional bond remover solution is specifically formulated to dissolve the keratin adhesive safely without causing damage to the natural hair.
How are micro-link (micro-ring) extensions attached to natural hair?
Answer: Small metal rings clamped around a section of hair
Micro-link extensions use tiny metal rings or beads that loop around a small section of natural hair and are then clamped shut with pliers.
The tape-in sandwich method gets its name because:
Answer: Natural hair is sandwiched between two adhesive weft panels
In the sandwich method, a thin section of natural hair is placed between two tape-in weft panels that adhere to each side, sandwiching the natural hair.