Milady's Standard Professional Barbering Chapter 16- Men's Hair Replacement
Human hair
A desirable choice for a quality hair solution.
Angora
A finer texture than yak and may be used at the front hairline to create a softer and more natural look
Flap surgery
A surgical technique that involve the removals of a bald scalp area and the attachment of a flap of hair bearing skin
Minoxidil
A topical medication available for men and women
Finasteride
An oral medication prescribed for men only to stimulate hair growth.
Hair transplantation
Any form of hair restoration that involves the surgical removal and relocation of hair, including scalp reduction and flap surgery.
Hair solution
Any small wig used to cover the top of crown of the head and integrated with the natural hair.
Spirit gum
Facial hair solutions are attached with
Hair replacement system
Formerly called a hairpiece; also known as a hair solution.
Manufacturers instructions
Hair replacement systems should be cleaned according to the
Styling or wig block
Head-shaped form made of plastic, foam, or other materials used as a stand for a wig or hair replacement system.
Toupee
Outdated term used to describe a small hair replacement that covers the top or crown of the head.
Lace-front
Popular hair solution style used for off-the-face style
Hackling
Process used to comb through the hair stand to separate them.
Root-turning
Refers to sorting the hair stands so that the cuticle points toward the hair ends in its natural direction of growth.
Knotting
Refers to the way the hair is attached to the base of the hair solution.
Solvent
Synthetic hair solutions should always be cleaned with a
Full head bonding
The process of attaching a hair replacement systems to all areas of the head with an adhesive bonding agent.
Scalp reduction
The surgical removal of a bald area, followed by the pulling together of the scalp ends
Reconditioning
Treatments should be given as often as necessary to prevent dryness or brittleness of the hair.
Minoxidil
Tropical medication used to promote hair growth or reduce hair loss