Texas Cosmetology Operator Written ExamHair Care ServicesMedium
A client presents with fine, limp hair and desires a haircut that will create the illusion of fullness and movement. Which cutting technique, known for removing bulk and adding texture without reducing length, would be most beneficial?
- ANotching
- BBlunt cutting
- CClub cutting
- DEffilating (slithering)
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Effilating (slithering)
Effilating, also known as slithering, is a texturizing technique that thins the hair and creates movement by sliding shears down the hair shaft with the blades partially open, removing bulk without significantly altering the length.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Notching is a texturizing technique that creates a more aggressive, chunkier effect and is generally used on coarser hair or for specific styles, not typically for subtle fullness in fine hair.
- B. Blunt cutting creates a solid, heavy line, which would make fine hair appear even more limp.
- C. Club cutting is another term for blunt cutting, which creates a solid, uniform length and would not add fullness or movement to fine hair.
Effilating (Slithering)
A texturizing technique that involves sliding partially open shears down the hair strand to remove bulk, add movement, and create a softer, diffused line.
- Does not significantly reduce overall length.
- Creates internal layers and varying lengths within a section.
- Ideal for fine hair to add volume and for thick hair to reduce density.
Memory trick: Effilating = E for ELEGANT movement without length loss.