Practice Exam 6

A client presents with more than 50% gray hair and wants it tinted to his/her natural color. What color should the stylist select:

1 shade darker than natural / desired result

In order to achieve the best waxing result, what is the optimal length of hair?

1/4 to 1/2 inch

A shampoo used to neutralize a relaxer would generally have a pH in what range?

4.5 - 5.5

There are _____ pints of blood in the average human body:

8 - 10

To even out the porosity in highly lightened/bleached hair for a "Tint-Back", use:

A filler

Petrissage is:

A kneading or rolling movement

Effleurage is:

A light stroking movement

When coloring resistant gray hair, the stylist should use:

A pre-softener

Friction is:

A rubbing movement

Tapotement is:

A tapping movement

Black, White, and Gray are:

Achromatic colors

Neutralizers / Stabilizers & Fixatives are all:

Acids

Toners are aniline derivative tints containing pale/delicate shades. They are used:

After lighteners

The perimeter of a hair cut is found:

At the outer edge

Where is the greatest width found in a diamond shaped face?

At the zygomaticus bone

The more common name for Alopecia is:

Baldness / Hair loss

The more common name for Barba is:

Beard

To remove Strip / Band eyelashes:

Beginning at the outer corner, pull gently

What is the effect of Certified Colors on the hair shaft:

Coat the hair shaft

What effect does an astringent have on the pores?

Constriction

If a hair cutting client has red patchy skin with silvery white scales, you should:

Continue service, psoriasis isn't contagious

What is the purpose of applying astringent after tweezing the eye brows:

Contract the pores

In shampooing bleach from the hair, it is best to use:

Cool water

To produce a forward curl, wind the pin-curls:

Counter-clockwise

The term given the loose, pliable tissue, surrounding and overlapping the nail:

Cuticle

In a razor cut, the hair should be:

Damp

A client with Level 3 hair wants it lifted to a Level 9 with a pastel tone, the stylist should:

Double process, bleach & tone

You should recommend a hot oil mask for which of the following skin types:

Dry skin

An indication that a client's hair has a metallic dye on it would be:

During a permanent waving process, the hair begins to smoke

Bromhidrosis refers to:

Excessively bad or foul smelling sweat

Hyperhidrosis refers to:

Excessively high/heavy amount of sweat

The portion of the nail extending beyond the fingertip is referred to as the:

Free edge

A florid (red) complexion can be neutralized by the use of which color make-up base:

Green

A ruddy (red) complexion can be neutralized by the use of which color make-up base:

Green

All of the following are Secondary Colors except:

Green, Orange, Yellow

Hair "Diameter" refers to:

Hair thickness

Hair "Density" refers to:

Hairs per square inch

What is the action of Neutralizers, Stabilizers and Fixatives on the hair shaft:

Harden and shrink

What is the action of an acid on the hair shaft:

Harden and shrink

When cutting extremely curly hair with clippers, the clipper should be held:

In the same position as the comb

Skin exfoliation would be contra-indicated when the following condition/s exist:

Inflamed tissues Cold sores Broken capillaries

Vitiligo refers to:

Irregular shaped patches of skin de-pigmentation

A Progressive Hair Dye is one that becomes darker with each application, which of the following is a Progressive Hair Dye:

Metallic Dyes

Any strain of the Staphylococci Bacteria that has evolved immunity to most antibiotics:

Methicillin-resistant staphloccus aereus

The portion of the nail where growth and all cellular activity takes place:

Nail Matrix

Over active sebaceous glands will result in what condition?

Oily skin

After a permanent wave service, the hair is dry and brittle. The most likely reason is:

Over neutralization

Sebaceous glands are found everywhere on the body except:

Palms of hands and soles of feet

Prior to using an aniline tint, a Patch Test is given to determine:

Possible allergic reactions Possible sensitivity

Antiseptics are used to:

Prevent bacterial growth

An ashen (gray/green) complexion can be neutralized by using which color make-up base:

Red

Pheomelanin is the melanin responsible for:

Red and Blonde hair color

To stop the action of a chemical relaxer, what should the stylist do?

Rinse the hair with warm water Rinse the hair with tepid water

Alternating rows of Finger Waves and Pin-Curls are referred to as:

Skip Waves

What is the action of a chemical relaxer (such as: sodium hydroxide), on the hair:

Soften and swell

What is the action of a permanent wave solution (such as: Thio), on the hair:

Soften and swell

What is the action of alkaline products on the hair:

Soften and swell

A non-moving, small amount of previously cut hair, used as a length guide:

Stationary guideline

A stable guideline to which all hair lengths are directed prior to cutting:

Stationary guideline

The mobility of a pin-curl is determined by its:

Stem

Certified Colors are considered to be:

Temporary Colors

Which electrical modality is contra-indicated for women who are pregnant?

Tesla / High-Frequency / Violet Ray

Prior to using an aniline tint, a Strand Test is given to determine:

Time product should be left on the hair Result to be expected

When doing a "Tint-Back" from a light blonde to a dark brown, the stylist should:

Use 1 shade darker than target color

When doing a "Tint-Back" from a light blonde to a dark brown, the stylist should:

Use 3 % H2O2

When doing a "Tint-Back" from a light blonde to a dark brown, the stylist should:

Use a filler

Tesla (high-frequency) current is also known as:

Violet ray

A "hand-knotted" wig is also referred to as:

a) Cap wig

Machine made, or tied, wigs are also referred to as:

a) Capless wigs

Which of the following pin-curl sets will create the most volume: a) Full stem b) On base c) Off base d) Half off base

a) Full stem

The muscles that allow you to move, open & close your fingers are located here: a) In the forearm b) In the wrist c) In the elbow d) In the carpus

a) In the forearm

To make close set eyes appear further apart, use: a) Shadow at the outer corner of the eyes b) Shadow at the inner corner of the eyes c) Shadow evenly across the eyelid d) Raise the brow arch at outer edge of brow

a) Shadow at the outer corner of the eyes

A haircut using a 0 degree/angle is referred to as all of the following except: a) Wedge b) BOB c) Blunt cut d) Solid form

a) Wedge

What is the correct ratio for mixing a Quats solution?

b) 1 : 1,000

Wigs, whether made from Human or Synthetic hair, are colored using: a) Tint b) Fabric color c) Demi-permanent color d) Deposit only color

b) Fabric color

Which of the following design lines would be used to add weight / build weight line? a) Vertical lines b) Horizontal lines c) Diagonal lines d) Perpendicular lines

b) Horizontal lines

Hard wax is generally used for: a) Small areas b) Sensitive areas c) Large areas d) All of the above

b) Sensitive areas

When waxing a large area, it is generally advisable to use: a) Hard wax b) Soft Wax c) Inexpensive Wax d) Resin Wax

b) Soft Wax

To correct a complexion with an underling yellow tone, what color would you use? a) Blue b) Violet c) Yellow d) Pink

b) Violet

A uniformed layered cut (same length throughout) is cut at what angle / degree: a) O b) 45 c) 90 d) 180

c) 90

What should you apply after an eyebrow tweezing? a) Cleansing cream b) Powder c) Astringent d) All of the above

c) Astringent

In performing a thermal pressing service, the pressing should begin: a) At the hairline b) Mid-shaft c) At the scalp d) At the ends

c) At the scalp

Which of the following roller sets (wet sets) will create the least volume: a) No stem b) Half stem c) On base d) Full stem

c) On base

"Stem" (1/2, Full, or No), is a term used with pin-curl sets, "Base" is a term used with: a) Permanent wave sets b) Curling iron sets c) Roller sets d) Hot iron set

c) Roller sets

A haircut using a 180 degree angle will have which of the following lengths: a) Longer interior, shorter exterior b) Horizontal lines with a longer interior c) Shorter interior, longer exterior d) None of the above

c) Shorter interior, longer exterior

When cutting hair, if some parts are wet while others are dry, the likely outcome will be: a) Textured b) Beveled c) Uneven d) None of the above

c) Uneven

After a P.D. Test, how long should you wait before performing a waxing service? a) 30 minutes b) One hour c) 24 - 48 hours d) 5 - 7 minutes

d) 5 - 7 minutes

A wig covers: a) More than 50% of the head b) Less than 50% of the head c) 50% to 75% of the head d) 80% to 100% of the head

d) 80% to 100% of the head

Before doing a waxing service on a client, what should you do: a) Make certain the area is clean and dry b) Check the wax temperature c) Conduct a P.D. test d) All of the above

d) All of the above

After tweezing a client's eye brows, the esthetician should apply: a) Alcohol b) Cleansing cream c) Powder d) Astringent

d) Astringent

Broad Spectrum Disinfectants were formerly known as: a) Hospital Grade Disinfectants b) Hospital Level Disinfectants c) Multi-spectrum Disinfectants d) Both A and B

d) Both A and B Hospital Grade Disinfectants Hospital Level Disinfectants

Eumelanin is the melanin responsible for: a) Eye color c) Red and Blonde hair color b) Skin color d) Brown and Black hair color

d) Brown and Black hair color

Which of the following agencies is responsible for approval of disinfectant solutions? a) Food and Drug Administration b) Bureau of Barbering and Cosmetology c) State Board of Cosmetology d) Environmental Protection Agency

d) Environmental Protection Agency

Which of the following pin-curl sets will create the least volume: a) No stem b) Half stem c) On base d) Full stem

d) Full stem

Which of the following is not a true statement: a) Direct Current / DC - is a constant, even flowing current, moving in one direction only b) The primary colors are - Red, Yellow, and Blue c) The widest portion of the head is called the Crest or Parietal Ridge d) In electrical measurements, Watts measure resistance

d) In electrical measurements, Watts measure resistance

Pityriasis refers to: a) Excessive sweating c) Ingrown nails b) Dry skin d) None of the above

d) None of the above

Which of the following is contagious? a) Psoriasis b) Onychophagy c) Androgenic Alopecia d) None of the above

d) None of the above

If a potential waxing client had dilated blood vessels, or varicose veins, you should: a) Use a soft wax b) Use a cold wax c) Use a wax for sensitive skin d) Refuse the service

d) Refuse the service

During a chemical service, you realize a client's hair has a metallic dye on it, you should: a) Apply neutralizer b) Apply stabilizer c) Continue with service d) Rinse with water

d) Rinse with water

Which of the following pin-curl sets will help avoid splits, especially at the hairline: a) Round stem b) Square stem c) Rectangular stem d) Triangular stem

d) Triangular stem