Welcome to our world of hairdressing, where we can layer the language as a perfectly cut bob.
Whether browsing for the latest trends or in the salon chair, this hair salon glossary and lingo will help you achieve a dream look.
Our salon glossary guide will break down all the essential terms of our haircut trade so you can leave the salon looking fabulous.
Haircut Terms Explained
Bangs (Fringe)
Bangs are sections of hair cut short, and you wear them over the forehead. It can vary in length or style and compliments most hair lengths, face shapes, and textures. Try some Kerastase salon professional styling mouse for a light, touchable finish to style your hair and maintain your fringe.
Blunt Cut
The cut is a single-length style where we cut your hair straight across at the ends. It is a chic cut, making it a great choice if you have fine hair to add an illusion of fullness and thickness.
Layered Cut
The salon term involves cutting your hair at different lengths, which is ideal for adding movement and volume if you have thick hair. You can style the layers with sculpting foam to enhance the texture and control frizz.
Texturizing
The term involves a technique for thinning out hair, which helps reduce bulk while maintaining length. If you have unruly, thick hair, this technique adds a lightweight feel with movement. To enhance the definition of your style, we recommend using Spray a Porter Texturizing at home.
Coloring And Styling Terms
Balayage
The hair term is a French coloring technique in which we apply the color by hand instead of using a cap or foil. This technique forms a more natural highlight effect called the sun-kiss look. To keep the color looking vibrant, we recommend using a color-protect leave-in treatment to nourish and boost the shine, keeping it fresh for longer.
Ombré
The popular haircut involves coloring your hair so it fades dark at the roots to a lighter color at the ends and vice versa. It is a low-maintenance style, and the coloring technique can be subtle or full of drama. Maintaining the vividness is essential; using a color-protect shampoo and conditioner can help preserve your color longer.
Toner
After bleaching your hair, we use toner to subtly adjust the color to help you achieve your desired shade. Hence, we can use it to give your hair a warm or cool hue. Furthermore, these toners can neutralize unwanted yellow or brassy tones, especially for maintaining blonde shades.
Hair Health Terms
Dry Scalp
A dry scalp lacks moisture and can lead to flaking and itching. It helps to keep your hair hydrated using the right products. To learn more about how to treat a dry scalp, check out how to choose the best scalp therapy for your hair.
Frizz
When you have frizz, your hair or curls stand up independently due to a lack of moisture or dryness. A serum can smooth your frizzy hair to seal the smoothness of the hair strands.
Split Ends
Many hair days are painful when you hear “split ends.” Split ends are when the ends of the hair are brittle, dry, and frayed. They are often caused by harsh chemicals, water, and heat-styling tools.
Volume
The salon term refers to adding body or lift to the hair. If you struggle with fine hair, you can boost your strands using a volume and texturizing product before styling by applying it to the roots for a lift.
Understanding The Extras
Co-Wash
The term refers to conditioner washing, a gentle way to help cleanse your hair using a conditioner instead of shampoo. It is beneficial if you have coarse, curly, or dry hair. It helps to hydrate the hair while cleaning.
Deep Conditioning
The intensive treatment penetrates deep into the hair shaft to provide added moisture, help repair damage, and improve shine and texture. It is ideal for damaged, color-treated, or dry hair. To learn more, check out our deep conditioning article here.
Brazilian Blowout
The hair term is a popular treatment for smoothing out frizz. It helps give your hair a shin while making it straight. It is an excellent choice for more manageable hair as it reduces styling time.
Keratin Treatment
The salon treatment infuses keratin into the hair to add shine and smooth frizz. This treatment is recommended if you have frizzy, unruly, curly hair. It leaves your hair soft.
Tools of The Trade
Diffuser
In our hair glossary, we often recommend using a diffuser on the blow dryer for curly or wavy hair. This can be a game-changer, as it disperses air evenly to help maintain the curls’ shape and minimize frizz. You can prep your hair with curl refresh foam for an added boost.
Flat Iron
This is our go-to tool for achieving sleek, straight hair. Using one at home is worth investing in thermal protection hair products to shield the hair from heat. These products help prevent hair damage and leave a smooth finish.
Round Brush
One of the most versatile brushes in our salon is the round brush. It achieves smoothness and volume with blowouts and gives salon-quality bounce and volume when styling bangs or layers.
Shears
It is a fundamental tool when it comes to haircuts. Also known as scissors, it provides precise cutting and trimming of your hair. With it, we can achieve various styles at different lengths. If you have split ends or have regular trims, we recommend a leave-in treatment to strengthen your hair between cuts.
Wrap-Up: Your Hair Salon Glossary to Gorgeous Hair
Now that you know the popular hairdressing and salon terms, you can confidently step into our salon and ask them precisely what you want.
Still, it is worth noting that the right style and haircut can be a lifesaver, and using the right products can keep your hair looking great for longer.
Book an appointment with one of our professional hair stylists and let Haste Urban Hair transform your style today.
FAQ
What are the different hair type terms?
There are four main hair types: type 1 is straight, type 2 is wavy, type 3 is curly, and type 4 is tightly curled. Each hair type might have any of the three textures and can be further divided into categories.
What is a haircut that is cut at different lengths?
It is an asymmetrical cut because the hair lengths are different. An asymmetrical bob may have one side longer than the other or be longer in the back or front.
What types of haircutting do you get?
Some popular hair-cutting techniques are slide haircutting, blunt haircutting, and scissor-over-comb cutting.
