The finishing procedure that reinforces the established lines of the design is known as:

• A. Dry molding
• B. Wet setting
• C. Shaping
• D. Texturing

Answer: (A)

Reinforcing the lines of the design happens in the finishing stage by working with dry hair. Dry molding uses deliberate sculpting and hand-pressure on dry strands to lock in the established silhouette, emphasizing and sealing the edges and directions you’ve already set. This approach keeps the lines crisp and resistant to movement as the style finishes cooling and settles.

In contrast, wet setting relies on moisture to mold and set shapes, which can soften or alter the lines as it dries; shaping focuses more on forming and refining the overall form during the design process rather than securing the final lines; and texturing changes surface texture rather than specifically reinforcing the established silhouette.