Handout. Techniques for blow drying and finger drying hair. Notes.

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1 H Techniques for blow drying and finger drying hair As fashions in hairdressing constantly change, the techniques used to achieve the looks also change. Techniques used for styling, hair are: Blow drying Finger drying Before you choose a technique you must take the following factors into consideration: the required result the haircut the texture and elasticity of the hair the length and density of the hair any growth patterns the head and face shape Finger drying: this is a similar technique to blow-drying except that the fingers hold and mould the hair into shape for drying. The result produced by this technique is much less formal than that achieved by blow-drying. The style is often undefined and has a loose, casual finish. Notes. Blow drying: this technique requires the use of a hand held hair dryer and a brush. The brush positions and holds the hair while the hot air from the dryer is directed over it to dry it into a new position. Different sized and types of brushes can be used for this technique to achieve many styles. Blow drying can smooth and straighten or give the hairstyle curl, movement, body and volume. The finish can be broken up to look more casual by using a brush or the hands to loosen the structure of the style.

2 H Blow drying Blow drying is a technique that requires a certain degree of dexterity; the way the hand dryer and brush are held and positioned will have an effect on the finished result. Notes. You need to consider how the finished result is affected by: Tension Keep an even tension to the meshes of hair this will make sure the hair is dried evenly without frizzy or wavy areas. Size of hair mesh Use sections that are small enough to control, drying each section evenly and thoroughly. Size of brush Will determine how much curl and movement is created or removed. Angle at which the brush is held Will determine how much volume is created or removed. Not allowing the hair to cool before removing the hair mesh from the brush Will result in the blow dry not lasting, because the required look will not be fixed into shape.

3 H Why the direction of the air flow when drying is important to achieve the desired look You must take care when using a hair dryer that the flow of air is directed from the roots to the points of the hair. What might happen if the air flow is directed towards the roots? It is important to direct the air flow correctly: to ensure the hair is directed according to the style requirements to make sure that the cuticle remains flat to smooth the cuticle and increase the hair s sheen to achieve lift where required to keep the hair close to the head where required to prevent frizz What might happen if the dryer is held close to the hair shaft? Notes. True or false? Directing the airflow in the same direction of the hair growth will achieve maximum lift.

4 H The effects that can be achieved by curling on and off base State the results you would achieve in the pictures

5 H Products for home use that will benefit the client and those to avoid and why Complete the handout by naming suitable/unsuitable products for specific hair types and styles (use brand name and type of product). Use the products that are available in your salon or training centre. Explain why the products are suitable or unsuitable. Hair type and style Short coarse hair that requires a textured look (Finger dried) 1) 2) Name two suitable products State why the products are suitable Name one unsuitable product State why the product is unsuitable One length fine hair that requires a smooth look (Blow dried) 1) 2) Long layered naturally curly hair, finger dried to define the curl and avoid frizz 1) 2)

6 H How lifestyle can influence their choice of style A person s lifestyle can restrict the choice of hairstyle, many clients want practical easy to maintain styles for work or because they do a lot of sport or visit the gym regularly. Complete the handout by identifying the type of client who may have little time to spend maintaining their hairstyle. Make your List below

7 H How to give effective advice and recommendations to clients It is an essential part of any salon service to give guidance and recommendations about: The choice of hairstyle - during the consultation a client will expect the hairdresser to use their knowledge and experience to advise and recommend a suitable hairstyle. Maintaining the hairstyle it is considered good practice to advise the client by giving tips and recommending retail products that will help them to look after their hair at home. Other services a client may be unaware of any promotions and existing or new services the salon offers, during the styling service there will be opportunities to give advice and recommend any salon promotions and other services. Identify different types of effective advice and recommendations that can be given to a client during a styling and finishing service in relation to the following: The choice of hairstyle Maintaining the hairstyle Other services

8 Session 5 GH10 Style and finish hair Learner Check - Page 1 of 2 Session 5 1. Describe finger drying Describe how the hair growth patterns will influence the finished result. 3. Describe how poor tension can affect the finished result of a blow dry. 4. State why it is important to direct the airflow from a hand held dryer correctly Why is it important to section the hair for styling? 6. Name two methods or techniques that influence the volume and direction of hair movement 7. Describe the result of winding hair on base. 8. Describe the result of winding hair off base. 9. Describe the advice that you can give to clients prior to the use of heated styling equipment

9 GH10 Style and finish hair Learner Check - Page 2 of 2 Session What affect does a person s lifestyle have on their choice of style? Describe the advice and recommendations that you can give to clients to maintain their hairstyle. 11