When smoothing the hair for flat ironing, when should the hair be divided into two separate sections? (Select all that apply.)

• if the hair is longer than 12” (30 cm)

• if the hair is wavy

• if the hair is very curly

• if the hair is rough

Answer explanation

- If the hair is longer than 12” (30 cm), it should be divided into two separate sections.

- If the hair is very curly, it should be divided into two separate sections.

- If the hair is rough, it should be divided into two separate sections.

Which statement is true of crimping? (Select all that apply.)

• Crimped hair is always popular.

• Crimping irons are rarely used today.

• Well-defined zigzags are not achieved by a crimping iron alone.

• Crimping irons can add volume without looking like an obviously "crimped" style.

Answer explanation

- Well-defined zigzags are achieved with styling spray AND a crimping iron.

- Hidden crimps can add volume.

Which iron is designed to create a zigzag pattern in the hair? (Select all that apply.)

• Crimping Iron

• Flat Iron

• Clipless Irons

• Marcel Irons

Answer explanation

Crimping irons create a sawtooth or zigzag pattern in the hair.

What are considered clamp irons? (Select all that apply.)

• Spring Irons

• Flat Irons

• Marcel Irons

• Crimping Irons

Answer explanation

- Spring Irons are a type of clamp iron.

- Marcel Irons are a type of clamp iron.

Which iron is more likely to be used by a professional than by a consumer? (Select all that apply.)

• Spring Iron

• Marcel Iron

• Ceramic Flat Iron

• Crimping Iron

Answer explanation

- Ceramic Flat Irons are more typically used by professionals.

- The Marcel Iron is the most professional iron.

True or False: ALWAYS use metal and cellulose acetate combs for thermal curling services.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

NEVER use metal and cellulose acetate combs for thermal curling services.

True or False: Keep the handles CLOSE to the HEATER to keep them warm when using a stove-heated iron.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Do NOT place the handles too close to the heater.

True or False: When curling or waving hair at the base of the head, place a comb between the scalp and the thermal iron.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

When curling or waving hair at the base of the head, place a comb between the scalp and the thermal iron to prevent burning the scalp.

True or False: An overly hot iron can DISCOLOR white hair.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

An overly hot iron can discolor white hair.

True or False: RUBBER COMBS are SAFE to use when using a thermal iron.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Rubber combs are safe to use when using a thermal iron.