Chapter 11- Wigs- Online Flashcards
(25 cards)
Which of the following hair types are most often used to construct human-hair wigs?
Asian, European, and Indian
The type of human-hair wig that is generally the most expensive is:
European
Human hair strands will produce which of the following results when undergoing a match test?
burn slowly
Which of the following results will NOT be produced when a synthetic wig fiber is held over a flame?
slow burning
Which type of wig is available in several sizes and is most often handmade?
cap wig
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a capless wig?
consists of an elasticized mesh-fiber base
Which of the following wig types simulates natural hair growth and creates a natural look?
hand-knotted
When performing a hair addition service, work with the client’s natural growth pattern, since going against it could cause discomfort and:
damage to the hair
When fitting a client with a wig, measure the circumference of the head, running the tape measure just:
above the ears
Canvas-covered wig forms are known as:
wig blocks
Dart alterations of a wig are made vertically to:
remove width in the nape area
Synthetic wigs are not as porous as human-hair wigs, therefore they should be cleansed once every:
6-12 weeks
How often should human-hair wigs be cleaned if worn frequently?
every 2 to 4 weeks
Coloring procedures used on human-hair wigs or hairpieces can include all of the following EXCEPT:
high level (lighter) oxidative colors
What is the purpose of thinning hair near the base of a wig?
decrease bulk
Which of the following techniques would be recommended for use at the front hairline to produce a more natural-looking result?
backcombing
A fairly long, bulky segment of looped hair, usually sewn to a wire base or tied into a strong cord is known as a:
chignon
A long weft of one to three swatches of hair, mounted on a loop base, worn primarily as a braid or ponytail is known as a:
switch
What is a hairpiece with a base that covers the crown, occipital and nape area called?
fall
A hairpiece worn by men to cover bald or thinning hair spots, particularly on top of the head is called a:
toupee
Which type of hairpiece allows the client’s hair to be used for blending purposes?
integration
A hair addition is attached to which portion of the client’s own hair?
base
Which of the following methods describes attaching hair fiber to the client’s hair by using a special adhesive?
bonding
What is the hair addition method that uses a bonding agent activated by a heating element to affix loose hair fiber to small sections of the client’s own hair?
fusion
