Milady's Standard 14th Edition Part 3: Braiding,Extensions& Wigs

Overhand technique

• A braiding technique where the first side section goes under the middle one, then the other side section goes under the middle strand.

• A braiding technique in which the first side section goes over the middle one, then the other side section goes over the middle strand.

• A technique used for securing hair with a single braid without any additional sections.

• A method of styling hair that involves twisting sections together rather than braiding.

Halo braids

• Two or three long, simple, inverted, thick cornrows created around the head then wrapped and pinned to make a halo effect.

• A single braid that hangs down the back, resembling a ponytail.

• A series of small, tight braids that cover the entire head.

• Braids that are styled in a circular pattern on top of the head.

Hackle

• Board of fine upright nails through which human hair extensions are combed; used for detangling or blending colors and highlights.

• A tool used for cutting hair into layers.

• A type of hair dye used for coloring hair extensions.

• A comb designed specifically for styling beards.

Cornrows

• A type of hairstyle involving loose, flowing hair.

• Also known as canerows; narrow rows of visible braids that lie close to the scalp; created with a three-strand, on-the-scalp braiding technique.

• A method of dyeing hair in multiple colors.

• A traditional African dance style.

hairpieces

• Small wigs used to cover the top or crown of the head, or as a hair attachment.

• Large wigs that cover the entire head.

• Hair extensions that are clipped in for length.

• Synthetic hair used for theatrical performances.

Visible braids

• Also known as plaits or single braids, are free-hanging braids, with or without extensions, that can be executed using either an underhand or an overhand technique.

• A type of braid that is tightly woven and close to the scalp, often used in protective styles.

• Braids that are only created using synthetic hair extensions for added length and volume.

• A style of braiding that incorporates beads and decorative elements for a more artistic look.

Turned hair

• Also called remy hair; cuticle hair.

• Synthetic hair used in wigs.

• Hair that has been dyed multiple times.

• Hair that is naturally curly.

capless wigs

• Also known as open caps; these are machine-made from human or artificial hair woven into rows of wefts, sewn to elastic strips in a circular pattern to fit the head shape.

• Wigs that are designed without any cap to provide a more natural look.

• Wigs that are made exclusively from synthetic fibers and cannot be styled with heat.

• Wigs that are only suitable for short hairstyles and cannot be used for long hair.

linking

• A method of attaching hair extensions using a hook and a special tool to insert extensions into the link.

• A technique for braiding hair into intricate patterns.

• A process of dyeing hair extensions to match natural hair color.

• A style of cutting hair to create layers.

braid-and-sew method

• A technique for curling hair using heat.

• A method of securing hair extensions by sewing braids or a weft onto an on-the-scalp braid or cornrow.

• A process of dyeing hair with natural ingredients.

• A style of cutting hair into layers.