New Jersey Barber and Hairstyling Practice Exam

Which technique is primarily used to create movement and body in hairstyles?

1. Texturizing

2. Layering

3. Clipping

4. Weaving

The correct answer is: Layering

Layering is primarily used to create movement and body in hairstyles. This technique involves cutting the hair at different lengths to add volume and shape, allowing the layers to blend seamlessly. When hair is layered, it can move more freely, which enhances its texture and volume. This gives the overall hairstyle a lively and dynamic look, as the shorter layers create lift and movement, while the longer layers provide support and balance. Texturizing, while also contributing to movement, focuses more on removing bulk and allowing for the hair to lay differently rather than changing the length. Clipping generally refers to the use of tools to cut hair rather than a specific technique for creating movement, and weaving is typically associated with coloring techniques rather than altering the structure of the cut.