NIC Cosmetology Written (Theory) ExamHair Care and ServicesMedium
A client with thick, coarse hair wants to achieve a smooth, sleek blow-dry style that lasts. Which combination of tools and products would be most effective for this hair type and desired outcome?
- ARound brush, smoothing serum, medium-high heat.
- BVent brush, dry shampoo, cool air setting.
- CDenman brush, volumizing mousse, high heat.
- DPaddle brush, light hold hairspray, low heat.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Round brush, smoothing serum, medium-high heat.
For thick, coarse hair desiring a smooth, sleek style, a round brush provides tension and creates smoothness. Smoothing serum helps control frizz and add shine, while medium-high heat is necessary to properly set the style in coarse hair.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. A vent brush is for quick drying and detangling, not for smoothing. Dry shampoo is for absorbing oil, not for styling a sleek look, and cool air won't effectively smooth thick, coarse hair.
- C. A Denman brush is good for detangling and defining curls but not ideal for sleek blow-drying. Volumizing mousse is counterproductive for a sleek look, and high heat without proper technique or product can cause damage.
- D. A paddle brush is good for detangling and creating straight, flat hair, but offers less tension for smoothing coarse hair. Light hold hairspray might not be enough, and low heat won't effectively smooth thick, coarse hair.
Blow-drying Thick, Coarse Hair
To achieve a smooth, sleek blow-dry on thick, coarse hair, use a round brush for tension, a smoothing serum for frizz control, and medium-high heat for effective styling.
- Round brush provides tension for smoothing.
- Smoothing serum controls frizz and adds shine.
- Medium-high heat is necessary for effective styling.
Memory trick: Round brush, sleek serum, hot air for coarse hair.