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Backbrushing
also known as ruffing; technique used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more
curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out.
Backcombing
Also known as teasing, ratting, matting, or French lacing; combing small sections of hair
from the ends toward the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a
cushion or base.
Bantu Knot
also known as Nubian knot; style where hair is double-strand twisted or coil twisted and
wrapped around itself to make a knot; knots are secured by bobby pins or elastic bands.
Barrel Curls
Pin curls with large center openings, fastened to the head in a standing position on a
rectangular base.
Base
Stationary or non-moving, foundation of a pin curl (the area closest to the scalp); the
panel of hair on which a roller is placed.
Blowdry Styligng
Technique of drying & styling hair in a single operation.
Braid-Out Set
, A style involves braiding the hair when either wet or dry and then opening the braid to
create a crimped texture-on-texture effect with added volume.
Bun
Also known as a knot; the foundation technique used for this look is a ponytail and can
sit high or low.
Carved Curls
Also known as sculptured curls; pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without
lifting the hair from the head.
Cascade Curls
also known as stand up curls; pin curls fastened to the head in a standing position to
allow the hair to flow upward and then downward.
Chignon
A classic updo designed around a ponytail; a technique used in formal hairstyling.
Circle
The part of the pin curl that forms a complete circle; also the hair that is wrapped around
the roller.
Closed-Center Curls
pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the end.
Coil-Out
Style where hair is comb coiled into individual coils, dried completely, then uncoiled or
neatly unraveled to create a fuller, coily, textured Afro style
Coily Method