Cornrows
AKA Canerows; narrow rows of visible braids that lie close to the scalp and are created with a three-strand, on-the-scalp braiding technique
Fishtail Braid
Simple two-strand braid in which hair is picked up from the sides and added to the strands as they are crossed over each other
Invisible Braid
AKA Inverted braid or French braid; a three-strand braid that is produced with an overhand technique
Locks
AKA Dreadlocks; separate networks of curly, textured hair that have been intertwined and meshed together
Natural Hairstyling
Hairstyling that used no chemicals or dyes and does not alter the curl or coil pattern of the hair
Overhand Technique
A technique in which the first side section goes over the middle one, then the other side section foes over the middle strand
Rope Braid
Braid created with two strands that are twisted together
Single Braids
AKA Box braids or Individual braids; free-hanging braids, with or without extensions, that can be executed using either an underhand or overhand technique
Twisting
Overlapping two strands to form a candy can effect
Underhand Technique
AKA Plaiting; a technique in which the left section goes under the middle strand, then the right section goes under the middle strand
Visible Braid
Three-strand braid that is created using an underhand technique
Weaving
Interweaving a weft of faux hair with natural hair
Africa
The Continent in which braiding originated
Reasons to study Braiding
1.Popular style choice
2.provide opportunity for stylist to express abilities
3.Prepares stylist to work with every hair type
4.Exposes stylist to fundamental techniques
Zulu Tribe
Identified by distinctive hairstyles
Egyptians
Used braids as far back as 3000 BC; decorated with shells, sequins, glass or gold beads.
India
Women wore long heavy braids
Anasazi
100 AD favored braids; populated the American Southwest (later Native Americans did as well)
Braiding and Natural Hairstyling Texture
Refers to the following:
1.Diameter: coarse, medium,, fine
2.Feel: oily, dry, hard, soft,smooth, coarse, wirey
3.Wave pattern or coil configuration: straight, wavy, curled, coiled
ALSO:
4.Density:look for areas of thinness
5.Condition: amount of damage
6.
Textured Hair
Term referred to in the chapter as hair with a tight coil pattern
Boar-Bristle Brush
(T.F.B) Best for stimulating the scalp
Square Paddle Brush
TFB; Good for releasing tangles
Vent Brush
TFB; Single or double row of widely spaced teeth; gently removes tangles
Wide-Tooth Comb
TFB; glide through hair with little snarling
Double-Tooth COmb
TFB; separates the hair as it combs
Tail Comb
TFB; excellent for designing, parting and sectioning
Finishing Comb
TFB; Usually 8-10 inches long, used while cutting
Cutting Comb
TFB; used for cutting small sections
Pick with Rounded Teeth
TFB; used for lifting and separating textured hair
Blowdryer with Pick Nozzle
TFB; loosens the curl pattern in textured hair for braiding styles
Five-Inch Scissors
TFB; Used for creating shapes and finishing looks
Diffuser
TFB; dries hair without disturbing the finished look or dehydrating hair
Long Clips
TFB; Used for separating hair into large sections
Butterfly Clips
TFB; used to separate hair into large or small sections
Hood Dryer
TFB; used to remove excess moisture before blowdrying
Rubber Bands and String
TFB; used to secure ends
Extension Fibers
Come in a variety of types: Kanekalon, nylon, rayon, human hair, yarn, lin and yak
Hackle
Board of fine, upright nails through which human hair extensions are combed
Drawing Board
Flat leather pads with very close, fine teeth that sandwich human hair extensions
Human Hair
Gold standard of extensions
Kanekalon
Manufactured, synthetic fiber of excellent quality; made in a variety of types, with different names and textures. Durable, soft, less inclined to tangle
Nylon or Rayon
Less expensive than other synthetics. Leaves hair very shiny' can cut natural hair fibers. Less durable and with melt under any heat
Yarn
Made of cotton or nylon blend; light, soft, and detangles easily; available in many colours
Lin
Wool fiber imported from Africa, matte, only comes in black or brow. Very flammable
Yak
Strong fiber from domestic Ox in mountains of Tibet and Central Asia; often mixed with human hair
Phase 1
Hair is soft and coiled into spirals
Prelock Stage (phase 2)
Hair begins to interlock and mesh
Sprouting Stage (phase 3)
A bulb can be felt at the end of each lock
Growing Stage (phase 4)
Hair beings to regain length
Maturation Stage (phase 5)
Locks are closed at the ends, dense, dull, and do not reflect light