My Key Terms!!!

Perm-It creates curls by restructuring your hair molecules with a chemical, or heat treatment and is generally a long-lasting or permanent change to your hair. But Perm’s really don’t have to be like they used to and they give you great choice. It can be cool to have a perm so let’s go curl their world.
Relaxer- A chemical process by which the hair is permanently straightened. New-growth areas have to be maintained via ’touch-ups’ to continue the straightened pattern. A relaxer penetrates the cortex and breaking the hairs’ natural chemical bonds which originally caused it to be curly. Once these chemical bonds are broken, they can not be repaired so the hair is unable to return to its natural state
Weave- Is usually a hairpiece with layered gaps made into it. This is then placed on a person’s head and his/her own real hair is weaved into the hairpiece.
Hair Extensions- Are used to add volume or length to your hair by bonding synthetic or real hair at your roots
Highlights- The subtle lifting of color in specific sections of a hair.
Bleach- Method used to disguise (not remove) hair by lightening its colour.
Braid- To weave strands of hair together. On the scalp braiding is used to form a base or track to sew on a commercial weft. This is the cornrow technique. Off the scalp braiding is used for traditional braiding styles and various methods adding extensions such as Warlocks.
Dandruff- Flaking scalp due to excessive cell production.
Deep Penetrating Treatment- A conditioner for hair meant for occasional use. Of greater intensity than ordinary conditioners. Formulas usually contain protein, vitamins, and moisture to help dry, damaged hair.
Dreadlocks- A hairstyle in which the hair naturally or through manipulation is encouraged to matte and form a cylindrical, rope-like pattern. Dreadlocks may take several months to well over a year to form and are considered a permanent style. In order to remove dreadlocks, one must cut them.
Conditioner- Creamy hair product meant to be used after shampoo. Moisturizes and detangles hair.
Finishing Spray - A hairspray with medium hold used on a finished style to maintain its shape and hold.
Fly Away Hair- Fly-away Hair, is thin hair that is charged by static and is a particular problem with straight looks as the hair just won’t lie properly and can spoil your look. A quick way I’ve found to lessen the problem is to pass a silk scarf over the hair and they’ll all lie flat.
Freezing Spray- A hairspray with the firmest hold used to maintain style of hard to hold hair.
Grey Hair- Hair that has lost its pigment.
Layering- Is a technique used by hairdressers to change the thickness of the hair, creating either a thinning or thicker appearance. In this way the hair can be given a fuller appearance, more texture and movement.
Moisturizer- An emollient cream used to hydrate the skin.
Permanently- Completely changing the natural color of the hair.
Semi Permanent- A color which lasts from 6 - 8 shampoos.
Spritz- Is a light mist or spray, which when used as verb means to lightly spray your hair. When describing a product it generally means the product will produce a fine mist.
Temporary Color- A hair color formula that lasts only until you shampoo your hair.
Texturizer- Is a mild relaxing treatment. Instead of causing the hair to be ’bone straight,’ this chemical treatment is left on for a shorter period of time. The idea is to slightly relax the natural curl in African hair so that it’s more manageable and with proper maintenance, one can mimic curly styles.
Thermal Process- Temporarily straightening the hair with a heated iron.
Treatment- A treatment is used in between Shampoo and Conditioner to put protein back into the hair. You should leave the treatment in your hair for approximately 5 minutes before using your conditioner. You’ll be able to find a treatment designed for your hair type.
Virgin Hair- This term refers to human hair which is still in its original state as harvested from the grower, and which has not been permed, colored, or chemically processed in any way. It is carefully cut from the grower with the cuticle going in the same direction and preserved to maximize its special quality. Harvesting the hair in this manner takes more time, which contributes to the premium price of this hair. Virgin hair can be of any ethnic origin, but the best quality hair used in making wigs today is of Russian, Ukrainian, Belgian, and Turkish origin. This is the most expensive hair of all because it is not as plentiful as lesser quality hair. In spite of the high cost, top-quality Virgin European hair wigs are in high demand by those who wish to wear only the finest.