In a base perm wrap, base control is located at which base position?

• A. At base
• B. Half-off base
• C. On-base
• D. Off-base

Answer: (B)

Base control is about where the base of the rod sits in relation to the scalp when wrapping the hair. In a base perm wrap, the base of the rod is positioned half on and half off the base area—half-off-base. This location gives a balanced curl: enough lift and curl strength without causing excessive swelling or indentation at the scalp. On-base positions would yield stronger, tighter root curl with more lift but more stress on the hair and scalp, while off-base would produce a looser curl. Half-off-base provides a moderate, controlled result suitable for typical base perms.