Hair TricHology

Chapter 3Hair Dressing Tool, Appliances & Styling Product

Chapter 3Hair Dressing Tool, Appliances & Styling Product

Hair Designing Appliances Crimpers

Crimpers consist of two ridged metal plates that produce uniform patterned crimps in straight line in the hair. The hair must be straightened first, either by blow drying or using flat irons. The crimper is then used to give waves or ripples. Some crimpers have reversible or dual effect styling plates to give different effects. Brushing crimped hair gives a softer result.Diffusers and Nozzles

Diffuser were intended for drying curly hair slowly in this way encouraging curl formation for scrunched styles. The prongs on the diffuser head also help to increase volume at the root and give lift.Nozzles fit over the end of the barrel of the hair dryer and are used to give precise direction when styling.Blow Dryer

Choose a dryer that has a range of heat, speed settings so that the hair can be power dried on high heat, finished on a lower heat and then used with cool air to set the style. Never use a dryer without its filter in place - hair can easily be drawn into the machine.

Hot Rollers

Hot rollers are available in sets and normally comprise a selection of around 20 small, medium and large rollers with color coded clips to match. The speed at which the rollers heat up varies depending on the type of rollers element rollers heat up fastest, wax filled rollers take longer around 15 minutes but they retain their temperature over a longer period. All rollers cool down completely in 30 minutes. Use hot rollers for quick sets, to give curl and body. They are ideal for preparing long hair for dressing. Irons

Iron are based on the same principle as crimpers but have flat plates to iron out frizz or curl. Use for pressing really curly hair. Irons are designed for occasional not daily use as they work at a high temperature which can cause damage to the hair.Tongs Tongs consist a barrel, prong and a depressor groove. The barrel is round the depressor is curved to fit around the barrel when the tong is closed. The thickness of the barrel varies and the size of the tong that is used depends on whether small, medium or large curls are required.

Styling Products

The combination of practice and the right styling product enables you to achieve a saloon finish at home the products listed below enable you to do it in style.

Product NameDescription

GelGels come in varying degrees of viscosity. From a thick jelly to a liquid spray. Use them to lift roots, tame wisps, calm static heat set and give structure to curls. A gel can be revitalized the following day by running wet fingers through the hair against the direction of the finished look.

Hair SpraysTraditionally hair spray was used to hold a style in place today varying degrees of stiffness are available to suit all needs. Use hair spray to keep the hair in place. Hair sprays are available in a variety formulations including light and firm holds. A light application of spray on a hair brush can be used to tame fly away ends.

MousseMousse is the most versatile styling product it comes as foam and can be used on wet or dry hair. Mousses contain conditioning agents and proteins to nurture and protect the hair. They are available in different strengths, designed to give soft to maximum holding path and can be used to lift flat roots. Use when blow-drying scrunching and diffuser drying. Make sure you apply mousse from the roots to the ends not just in a blob on the crown.

SerumSerums, glossers and shine sprays are made from oils or silicones which improve shine and softness by forming are microscopic film on the surface of the hair. They also contain substances designed to smooth the cuticle. Use these products to improve the feel of the hair to combat static de-frizz add shine and gloss and temporarily repair split ends.

Hair Cutting Tool

Tool Description

ScissorsHair shaping scissors are correctly handled by inserting the ring finger into the ring of the still blade and placing the little finger on the finger brace. The thumb is inserted into the ring of the movable blade. The tip of the index finger is braced near the pivot of the scissors in order to have better control.

Thinning / TexturisingExcess bulk is removed from the hair by the use of this scissors they are quite similar to hair shaping scissors except that they have one or both blades notched or serrated. The single notched edge cuts more hair. Both thinning scissors and shaping scissors are held in the same way.

Comb & ScissorsWhenever, it is necessary to use the comb during hair shaping, close the blade of scissors, remove thumb from the ring and rest scissors in your palm. Hold the scissors securely with the ring finger. The comb is held with the thumb and fingers. When combing the hair hold comb and scissors in the right hand. When shaping (cutting) to speed up hair shaping, do not lay down.

ClippersClippers are used for close cut styles and sometimes to finish off a cut.

RazorRazor creates softness, tapering, and internal movement so that the hair moves freely.