Written Test Exam
Hyperpigmentation
Dark blotches on the skin caused by sun exposure or hormonal imbalances are known as:
Fall and winter
Darker shades of polish are generally most appropriate for which seasons?
Hyperpigmentation
Darker than normal pigmentation that appears as dark splotches is called:
Encourage conflict
Good team players do NOT:
the hair expands and the disulfide bonds break
During the depilatory application period:
Wooden stick
During the nail tip application procedure, the eponychium is gently pushed back using a:
Upward circular movements
During the skin analysis procedure, cleansing milk is applied to the face using:
Upward and outward
During the skin analysis procedure, you should remove facial cleanser from the face using _____ movements.
20
Each day, you should ensure that the disinfectant container is filled with clean disinfectant solution at least ___ minutes before your first service.
No lye
Guanidine hydroxide relaxers are advertised and sold as _____ relaxers.
Edges of the hands
Hacking is a chopping movement preformed with the:
Texture
Hair ___ is the thickness or diameter of the individual hair strand.
Palms of hands and soles of feet
Hair follicles are distributed all over the body, with the exception of the:
closed comedones
Hair follicles that appear like small bumps just underneath the skin surface are:
Turned
Hair in which the root end of every single strand is sewn into the base is called ___ hair.
Protein
Hair is approximately 90 percent:
Whorl
Hair that forms a circular growing pattern, as on the crown of the head, is called a:
Chemically treated
Hair that has been lightened, colored, or permed is categorized as:
5 to 10 minutes
How long should you allow a client's feet to soak at the beginning of a pedicure?
5 minutes
How long should you leave callus softener on the callused area of a client's skin?
One or two sentences
How long should your mission statement be?
At least two
How many additional services should you suggest during the 10-step consultation method?
26
How many bones are in the foot?
Two
How many hair growth treatments have been approved by the FDA for sale in the United States?
At least two
How many haircolor options should you recommend during the haircolor consultation?
Three
How many visits does it take for a new client to become a loyal current client?
Single
If a client asks for a box braid, which type of braid is he or she referring to?
Refer the client to a podiatrist
If a client has an ingrown nail, you should:
Say nothing and simply not return to the salon
If a client notices that you have bad breath, he or she is most likely to:
refrain from arguing about who is correct
If a client scheduling mix-up occurs, you should:
Motor
Impulses are carried from the brain to the muscles by _____ nerve endings.
Multi-use
Items that can be used again, even after exposure to bodily fluids, are called:
employee's projected compensation for the year
Job descriptions commonly include all of the following EXCEPT the:
stain the nails before battle
Kohl makeup was NOT used in ancient Egypt to:
Seizure disorders
LED treatments are contraindicated for clients with:
Lip color
Lakes are pigments most commonly found in:
Anagen
Laser hair removal is most effective when used on follicles that are in the growth, or ___ phase.
reflective listening
Listening to the client and then repeating, in your own words, what you think the client is telling you.
Motor
Nerves that carry impulses from the brain to the muscles are ______ nerves.
Papillary layer
Never endings that are sensitive to touch and pressure are found in which layer of the skin?
15
New clients should be instructed to arrive ___ minutes early so they can complete the Clint intake form.
Anagen
New hair is produced during the ____ phase, or growth phase, of hair growth.
Water
Only products that contain _____ can have a pH.
A high PH
Phenolic disinfectants have a:
Red to blond
Pheomelanin provides hair colors ranging from:
Carved curls
Pin curls sliced from a shaping without lifting the hair are referred to as:
white blood cells
Plus contains ____, bacteria, and dead cells.
One base coat, two polish coats, and one top coat
Polish is usually applied with:
Many
Poly means:
Curing
Polymerization is also known as:
Cuticle
The ____ is the outermost layer of the hair.
Free edge
The ____ is the part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe.
Solute
The ____ is the substance that is dissolved into a solution.
Radial
The ____ nerve is the sensory motor nerve that, with its branches, supplies the thumb side of the arm and back or the hand.
Peripheral
The ____ nervous system carries impulses or messages to the central nervous system.
Central
The ____ nervous system controls all voluntary muscle actions.
Level
The ____ system is used by colorists to determine the lightness or darkness of hair color.
Diamond shaped
The _____ face has a narrow forehead and the greatest width across the cheekbones.
Sebaceous
The _____ glands secrete sebum.
Cutting line
The _____ is the angle at which the fingers are held when cutting the line that creates the end shape
Sidewall
The ___________ is the fold of skin overlapping the side of the nail.
Immunity
The ability of the body to recognize, destroy, and resist infection is:
Porosity
The ability of the hair to absorb moisture is called:
Elasticity
The ability of the hair to stretch and return to its original length without breaking is called hair:
Colorless
The base coat is typically:
Deionized
The main ingredient in most shampoos is _____ water.
Middle finger
The nail that grows the fastest is the:
Onyx
The natural nail is also known as:
Removing hydrogen
Thio neutralization rebuilds disulfide bonds by:
Disulfide
Thio neutralizers are used to reform _____ bonds.
Up selling services
Ticket upgrading is also called:
Must be tracked and reported as income on income tax returns
Tips are income in addition to your regular compensation and:
Elasticity
Unique protein structures within the context are responsible for the color and ___ of hair.
Amp
Unit that measures the strength of an electric current is a(n):
70
Unless you are at least _____ percent booked at all times, it may not be advantageous to rent a booth.
Two years
Until you have at least ____ of servicing clients under your belt, you may not be able to make a living on straight commissions compensations.
a fairly close-trimmed beard and mustache
What should you recommend for a male client who has a wide face and full cheeks?
Lip brush
What should you use to apply lip color to the client's lips?
A clean spatula
What should you use to remove foundation from its container?
A spatula
What should you use to remove nail products from their containers?
Long clips
What should you use to separate hair into large sections?
Initiator
What starts a chain reaction that leads to the creation of very long polymer chains?
Physical
What type of change does temporary haircolor make to the hair shaft?
Oily
When determining skin type, the presence of obvious pores indicates areas of _____ skin.
10 minutes
When disinfectant a foot spa, how long should you let the disinfectant circulate through the basin?
During the conditioning service
When does scalp massage usually begins?
Seriousness of any medical conditions
When performing a hand, skin,and nail analysis, you should evaluate all of the following EXCEPT the:
90
When performing a layered haircut, the hair is usually cut at an elevation of ___ degrees.
Smell the hair after the recommended time has elapsed
When performing a perm, you should always:
Immediately replace towels that have become wet with solution
When performing a permanent wave, you should:
Maintain contact with the head at all times
When performing a scalp massage, you should:
position the cape on the outside of the shampoo chair
When performing a shampoo draping, you should:
Keep your shoulders back
When performing a shampoo, the most important rule regarding posture is to always:
Discourage the client from asking questions as you work?
When performing facial massage treatments, you should do all the following EXCEPT:
Post helpful content
When using social media, you should:
4 to 5
When using thinning shears to remove bulk, you should comb the subsection out form the head and cut it with the thinning shears at least ____ from the scalp.
Salicylic acid
Which callus softener ingredient has anti inflammatory properties?
Gold
Which color eye shadow would be the best choice for a client with blue eyes?
Lavender
Which color primer should be used to reduce a shallow skin appearance?
Blue
Which color should you use to balance unwanted orange tones in the hair?
Yellow
Which color should you use to balance violet tones?
Salary only
Which compensation method is generally best for a new salon professional?
Onychia
Which condition is an inflammation of the nail matrix followed by shedding of the natural plate?
Tinea favosa
Which condition is characterized by dry, sulfur-yellow, cuplike crusts on the scalp?
Beau's lines
Which condition is characterized by visible depressions across the width of the natural nail plate.?
Herpes simplex 1
Which condition often presents as a fever blister or cold sore?
Hirsuties
Which condition refers to the growth of an unusual amount of hair on parts of the body normally bearing only downy hair?
Foundation
Which cosmetic is used first during the makeup application?
Spiral curl
Which curl pattern creates a vertical corkscrew effect?
Bookend wrap
Which end paper technique uses one end paper folded in half over the hair ends like an envelope?
Sun exposure
Which extrinsic skin aging factor has the greatest impact on how skin ages?
Oval
Which facial shape is about one and a half times longer than it's width across the brow?
Square
Which facial type is wide at temples and narrow at the middle third of the face?
Hepatitis B
Which form of hepatitis is the most difficult to kill on a surface?
Venue
Which of the following collects blood from the capillaries and drain it into the veins?
Acne
Which of the following conditions is a disorder in which follicles becomes clogged, resulting in infection with redness and inflammation?
alopecia areata
Which of the following conditions is an autoimmune disorder?
Rosacea
Which of the following conditions is indicated by constant or frequent facial blushing?
Length of the hair being lightened
Which of the following does NOT affect the amount of change hair goes through as it lightens?
Sharing client information
Which of the following does NOT demonstrate that you are an ethical person?
Holding your elbows at less than a 60-degree angle away from your body when cutting hair
Which of the following is NOT a bad habit?
Virus
Which of the following is NOT a classification of pathogenic bacteria?
Sebum
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of dry scalp?
Use of Retin-A on the arm
Which of the following is NOT a common contraindication for facial waxing?
Water
Which of the following is NOT a common shampoo additive ?
Retailing less
Which of the following is NOT a method of increasing how much money you have available to spend?
Nape to crown
Which of the following is NOT one of the measurements you should take when measuring a client's head for a wig?
React instead of responding
Which of the following is NOT one of the practical steps for effectively communicating in the workplace?
Inverted diamond
Which of the following is NOT one of the seven basic facial shapes?
Cortex bonds
Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of side bonds on the cortex?
Memory
Which of the following is Not an example of an academic skill?
Yellow
Which of the following is a primary color?
Hair wrapping
Which of the following is a technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining a beautiful shape?
MRSA
Which of the following is a type of staph infection that is highly resistant to antibiotics?
Bromelain
Which of the following is an enzyme extracted from pineapple?
Blade
Which of the following should NOT be used to remove calluses?
Aloe gel
Which of the following should be applied to soothe sensitive skin after waxing?
tinea pedis
Which of these is a ring worm fungus of the foot?
Straight
Which profile is considered the ideal?
Design texture
Which term refers to directional wave patterns or the illusion of motion in the hair?
Personal grooming
Which term refers to the process of caring for parts of the body and maintaining an overall polished look?
Onychauxis
Which term refers to the thickening of the nails?
Texture services
Which term refers to the variety of permanent waving and straightening services available for various hair types and conditions?
Little toe
Which toe should you start with when removing toenail polish?
clippers
Which tool is mainly used when creating short haircuts, short tapers, fades, and flat tops.
Spirilla
Which type of bacteria cause Lyme disease?
Pulmonary
Which type of circulation takes deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation?
Double toothed comb
Which type of comb should you use for separating wet, curly hair?
Foundation
Which type of cosmetic is a flesh toned base makeup that is used to cover or even out the coloring of the skin?
Eye shadow
Which type of cosmetic is applied on the eyelids to accentuate or contour them?
Oil based
Which type of eye makeup remover is typically used to break down the latex glue used to apply false eyelashes?
Non whirlpool foot basin
Which type of foot spa does NOT circulate water?
Nitrile
Which type of gloves are recommended by OSHA for use in the salon?
Daylight
Which type of lighting is the best choice for a makeup consultation?
Paper
Which type of nail wrap needs to be completely replaced each time your client comes in for maintenance?
True acid wave
Which type of perm should you recommend if the client has very damaged hair?
Marcel Grateau
Who invented the first curling iron?
Send a thank you note to the owner or manager
after visiting a salon, regardless of whether you would like to work there, you should:
self-actualization
fulfilling one's potential
conveys an image of confidence
good posture:
10 minutes
how long should you leave a hot roller on the hair?
lanthionine bonds
hydroxide chemical relaxers break disulfide bonds and convert them to:
Occipitalis
muscle that draws the scalp backward; raises eyebrows is the:
improper shampooing
oily hair and scalp can be caused by:
Occurs when too many disulfide bonds are broken
overprocessed hair:
Baliage
painting lightener directly onto clean, styled hair is called:
Ridge curls
pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a wave are called:
Reflexology
the specialty massage that often employs many of the principles of acupressure and acupuncture is:
Higher concentration and a higher pH
thio relaxers use the same ATG that is used in permanent waving, but at a:
Ohm
unit that measures the resistance of an electric current is a(n):
Press the comb down
when backcombing, what should you do next after inserting the comb?
cram the night before the licensing exam
you should not:
Cold calling
A Salon's financial success depends in large part on all of the following EXCEPT:
Wavelength
A __ is the distance between successive peaks of an electromagnetic wave.
Patch
A __ test is used to identify a possible allergy in a client.
Peptide
A ___ bond is NOT a type of side bond.
Paddle
A ___ brush has large, flat base and staggered pin patterns to help keep the hair from snagging.
Concealer
A ___ brush is a narrow, firm makeup brush with a flat edge.
Teasing
A ___ brush is a thin nylon styling brush with a tail for sectioning and a narrow row of bristles.
serum
A ___ contains a higher concentration of ingredients designed to penetrate skin.
Surfactant
A ____ is a substance that allows oil and water to mix, or emulsify.
Catalyst
A ____ is an Additive in monomer liquid that is used to control the set or curing time of the product.
Secondary
A ____ is obtained by mixing equal parts of two primary colors.
Franchise
A _____ salon is a salon with a national name and consistent image and business formula used at every location.
Job description
A ______ is a document that outlines all the duties and responsibilities of a particular salon position.
Medium, cool
A client with olive skin has which tone and color?
15
A sun protection factor (SPF) of ___ or higher is considered to be adequate strength for daily use.
Extremely curly
A super strength relaxer is recommended if the client has ____ hair.
Adipose tissue
A technical term for fat is:
Study whenever he or she has an opportunity
A test wise student does all of the following EXCEPT:
Alkanolamine
A(n) ____ is an alkaline substance used to neutralize acids or raise the pH of hair products.
Suspension
A(n) ____ is an unstable physical mixture of undissolved particles in a liquid.
Atom
A(n) ____ is the basic unit of matter.
Watt
A(n) ____ measures the amount of electric energy used in 1 second.
Noncomedogenic
A(n) ____ product is one that has been designed and proven not to clog the follicles.
exothermic reaction
A(n) ____ releases a significant amount of heat.
Pipeless foot spa
A(n) ____ uses impellers to circulate water.
Humectant
A(n) _____ absorbs moisture or promotes the retention of moisture.
Miscible with water
Acetone is:
Treatment
A ___ conditioner is a deep, penetrating conditioner that restores protein and moisture.
Tubercle
A ___ is a closed, abnormally developed sac that contains pus, semi fluid, or morbid mater, above or below the skin, which cannot be drained of fluid.
Employment portfolio
A ___ is a collection of photos and documents that reflect your skills, accomplishments, and abilities in your chosen career field.
chromophore
A ___ is a color component within the skin such as bloom or melanin.
Haircolor glaze
A ___ is a haircolor service that adds a shine and color to the hair.
Glaze
A ___ is a non ammonia color that adds shine and tone to the hair.
Ligament
A ___ is a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones or holds organs in place is a:
Demarcation
A ___ is an obvious line where foundation starts or stops.
Contour
A ___ is formed when a product that is darker than the client's skin tone is used to create shadows over promised features so they are less noticeable.
Comb with a pick at one end
A ___ is used to lift the hIr away from the head.
Stress strip
A ___ is used to strengthen a weak point in the nail during a maintenance service.
Paraffin was
A ___ mask is melted to a little more than body temperature before application.
Motor
A ___ point is the area over a muscle where pressure stimulation causes a contraction.
Conditioning
A ___ shampoo is designed to make the hair appear smooth and shiny and to improve it's manageability.
Halo
A ____ braid is two or three long, simple inverted thick cornrows created around the head.
Soap cap
A ____ is a combination of equal parts of prepared permanent color mixture and shampoo.
Classic styling brush
A ____ is a half round, rubber based brush used for smoothing and untangling all hair types.
Block
A ____ is a head shaped form used for fitting, styling, or coloring, a wig.
Nail rasp
A ____ is a metal implement that is designed to file in one direction.
Developer
A ____ is an oxidizing agen that, when mixed with an oxidation haircolor, supplies the oxygen gas to develop the color molecules and create a change in natural hair color.
Lesion
A ____ is any mark on the skin that may indicate an injury or damage that changes the structure of tissues or organs.
Square
A ____ nail is completely straight across with no rounding at the edges.
Croquignole
A ____ perm wrap is wrapped perpendicular to the length of the rod, in overlapping concentric layers.
Strand
A ____ test is performed to determine how the hair will react to the color formula and how long the formula should be left on the hair.
Hand tied
A ____ wig is made by inserting individual strands of hair into mesh foundations and knotting them with a needle.
Hard sell
A _____ approach focuses emphatically on why a client should buy a product.
Barber
A _____ comb is mainly used for close tapers on the nape and sides when using the scissor-over-comb technique.
Graduated
A _____ haircut is a slow or immediate build up of weight.
Goal
A _____ is a benchmark that, once achieved, helps you tor Eskisehir your mission and your vision.
Hackle
A _____ is a board of upright nails through which extensions are blended, combed, and detangled.
Normalizing lotion
A _____ is a conditioner with an acidic pH that conditions hair and restores the natural pH prior to shampooing.
Drawing board
A _____ is a flat leather pad with fine teeth used to sandwich human hair extensions so a specific amount of hair can be extracted without loosening and disturbing the rest of the hair during the process of braiding.
Pedicure paddle
A _____ is a large, abrasive file used to smooth and reduce thicker areas of callus.
Physical mixture
A _____ is a physical combination of matter in any proportions.
Curette
A _____ is a small scoop shaped implement used to remove debris from the nail folds and cuticle area.
soft curl permanent
A _____ is a thio-based chemical service that reformats curly and wavy hair into looser and larger curls and waves.
Cap wig
A _____ is a wig constructed with an elasticized, mesh-fiber base to which the hair is attached.
Business plan
A _____ is a written description of your business as you see it today and as you foresee it in the next five years.
Nail wrap
A _____ is any method of securing a layer of fabric or paper on and around a nail tip to ensure its strength and durability.
Secondary skin lesion
A _____ is characterized by a pile of material on the skin surface or depression in the skin surface.
full-charge bookkeeper
A _____ is someone who is trained to do everything from recording sales and payroll to generating a profit-and-loss statement.
Filler
A _____ is used to equalize hair porosity.
Scalp astringent lotion
A _____ is used to remove oil accumulation from the scalp.
Traveling guideline
A _____ is used when creating layered or graduated haircuts
Clay based
A _____ mask is an oil-absorbing mask that is often recommended for oily and combination skin.
Papule
A ______ is a raised bump that is often red due to inflammation and sore due to the pressure of swelling.
Spatula
A ______ is tool with a wide, flat base that is used to remove makeup from containers.
Coarse grit abrasive
A _______ is used to thin enhancement product to prepare the enhancement for a refill or rebalance.
Toupee
A _________ is a small wig used to cover the top and crown of the head.
Stain
A _________ is an abnormal brown or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular and irregular shape.
Rectifier
A __________ is an apparatus that changes alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC).
Wig
A __________ is an artificial covering for the head that completely covers the client's hair.
Lightener
A _____________ is a chemical compound that lightens hair by dispersing, dissolving, and decolorizing the natural hair pigment.
Blood clot
A bruised nail bed with a dark purplish spot under the nail plate is the result of a:
One
A c shaped curl is formed by how many turns of hair around the rolled?
Keratoma
A callus is a _____ caused by continued, repeated pressure or friction on any part of the skin.
Pure substance
A chemical combination of matter in definite (fixed) proportions is called a(n):
Compound
A chemical combination of two or more atoms of different elements in definite proportions is a(n):
Asymptomatic
A client with hepatitis B who does not appear ill is said to be:
Whitehead
A closed comedo is also known as a:
Determined by the diameter of the hair
A coil is NOT:
Tissue
A collection of similar cells that perform a particular function is called:
A strong work ethic
A commitment to consistently doing a good job for your clients, employer, and the salon team demonstrates:
place excessive tension on the hairline
A cornrow achieved by the feed-in method will NOT:
Fissure
A crack that penetrates the dermis layer of the skin is a:
Receding hairline
A curved part is recommended for a client with a:
Is very flammable
A disadvantage of Lin is that it:
Systemic
A disease that effects the body as a whole, often due to under- or over functioning is called:
The metal links can oxidize
A drawback to the linking method of hair extension attachment is that:
Macule
A freckle is an example of a:
Offer portability
A fully plumbed whirlpool foot bath with an attached pedicure chair does NOT:
Fungi
A fungicidal disinfectant is capable of destroying:
two cutting shears and one thinning shear
A good rule of thumb is to have ___ available at all times.
stationary guideline
A guideline that does not move and to which all other sections are combed is a(n):
Triangle
A hairstyle that has volume at the temples and some height at the top is recommended for clients with which facial type?
clear nail polish
A hygiene pack for work should include all of the following EXCEPT:
a lesion containing pus
A local infection confined to a particular part of the body is indicated by:
Vision statement
A long-term picture of what the business is to become and what it will look like when it gets there is a:
Pyogenic granuloma
A lump of red tissue growing up from the nail bed to the nail plate is a sign of which condition?
Sun exposure
A majority of scientists now believe that most signs of skin aging are caused by:
scrape cuticle tissue from the nail plate
A metal pusher is used to:
20 to 30 degree
A metal pusher should be held like a pencil with the flat end held at a _____ angle from the nail plate.
List the company's specific rules or regulations
A mission statement does NOT:
Medium
A mix that has one and one half times more liquid than powder is a ______ bead.
Molecule
A monomer is one unit called a:
trim away dead skin around the nails
A nail nipper is used to:
Equal amounts of warm and cool tones
A neutral skin tone contains:
Does not contain ingredients that would clog the follicles
A noncomedogenic product is one that:
5
A pH of ____ is neutral for hair.
125 to 130
A paraffin bath is designed to melt solid paraffin wax and maintain it at a temperature between ___ degrees.
Virus
A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in cells of biological organisms.
Commission
A percentage of the money the salon takes in from sales may be offered to practitioners as a:
Silky white hair
A person with albinism will have:
Fungal
A person with tinea pedis has a _____ infection.
Open end
A pin curl should always being at the ____ of a shaping.
Gauze Square
A pledget is a:
Heredity and hormones
A predisposition to acne is based on:
Is the client allergic to any of the products that will be used?
A preliminary test curl will NOT answer which of these questions?
correct a facial condition such as dryness
A preservation treatment does NOT:
Complementary colors
A primary color and a secondary color positioned opposite each other on the color wheel are called:
50
A properly process permanent wave should break and rebuild approximately ___ percent of the hair's disulfide bonds.
Allergy
A reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other normally harmless substances is a(n):
Hydrogen
A reducing agent is a substance that adds ____ to a chemical compound or subtracts oxygen from the compound.
6
A shampoo with a pH of ___ closely matches the ideal pH of hair.
pediculosis capitis
A skin disease caused by an infestation of head lice is called:
Hairpiece
A small wig used to cover the top and crown of the head is called a(n):
Nodule
A solid bump larger than 1 centimeter that can be easily felt is called a:
Solution
A stable physical mixture of two or more substances is a(n):
Both salon owner and cosmetologist
A state regulatory agency can issue penalties against:
Insulator
A substance that does not easily transmit electricity is called a(n):
Temperature
A substance's state of matter depends on its:
Continue learning throughout his or her career
A valuable employee is one who intends to:
Wart
A verruca is also known as a:
Viruses
A virucidal disinfectant is capable of destroying:
has water droplets emulsified in oil
A water in oil emulsion:
Integration hairpiece
A(n) ___ has openings in the base through which the client's own hair can be blended.
Extension
A(n) ___ is a hair addition secured to the base of the client's natural hair to add length, volume, texture, or color.
Weft
A(n) ___ is a long strip of human or artificial hair woven by hand or machine onto a thread.
Shaping
A(n) ___ is a section of hair molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls.
Line
A(n) ___ is a thin, continuous mark used as a guide in haircutting.
Visible
A(n) ____ braid is a three strand braid created with an underhand technique.
Mission Statement
A(n) ____ establishes the purpose and values by which an individual lives and works.
Molecule
A(n) ____ is a chemical combination of two or more atoms in definite (fixed) proportions.
Solvent
A(n) ____ is a substance that dissolves another substance to form a solution.
Catalyst
A(n) ____ is a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction.
Non compete
A(n) _____ agreement prohibits you from seeking employment within a given time period and geographic area after you leave employment.
Inverter
A(n) _____ is a device that changes direct current to alternating current.
Updo
A(n) _____ is a hairstyle with the hair arranged up and off the shoulders and secured with implements such as hairpins, bobby pins, and elastics.
Primary lesion
A(n) _____ is a lesion that is a different color than the color of skin.
depilatory
A(n) _____ is a substance used for the temporary removal of superfluous hair by dissolving it at the skin's surface.
Complete electric circuit
A(n) _____ is the path of negative and positive electric currents moving from the generating source through the conductors and back to the generating source.
Foot soak
A(n) _____ is used in a pedicure bath to soften the skin on the feet.
Distributor sales consultant
A(n) _____ provides salons with information about new products, trends, and techniques
Pustule
A(n) ____is raised, inflamed papule with white or yellow center containing pus.
4 months
About how long do keratin-based chemical treatment results last on average?
methacrylic acid
Acid free and no acid nail primers have largely replaced primers that use:
Papules
Acne ___ are red pimples that do not have a pus head.
Oxygen
Acne bacteria are anaerobic, which means they cannot survive in the presence of:
Sebaceous glands
Acne is a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the:
Inheritance
Acquired immunity is NOT obtained through:
2 minutes
Activator will dissipate in about _____ after being applied.
Organizational plan
Administrative plans for your business are found in which part of a business plan?
Pedicure slippers
After a polish application, what should you offer to clients who have not worn open-toe shoes to help them avoid smudging the polish?
Discarded
After an enhancement service, monomer liquid in the dappen dish should be:
Acetone
After an enhancement service, you should wipe the dappen dish clean with:
A clean dry nail brush
After buffing the nail plate to remove shine, you should remove the nail dust with:
A piece of light paper
After heating a pressing comb, you should test it on:
Thinner
After monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements have been removed, the nail plates commonly appear to be:
Send a resume and cover letter
After targeting and observing salons, the next step in the process of securing employment is to:
30 minutes
After the first treatment, you should block out about ____ to explain proper home care for the client.
Does not produce enough sebum
Alipidic skin is skin that:
Photothermolysis
All lasers work by selective _____, a process that turns the light from a laser device into heat.
Lice
All of all following are examples of fungi EXCEPT:
Skin
All of the following are examples of connective tissue EXCEPT:
Changes in hair texture
All of the following conditions may be affected by reproductive hormones EXCEPT
UL
All the electrical appliances you use should be _____ certified.
Shears
All the following are examples of single use items EXCEPT:
Enzyme peel
An ___ is a chemical exfoliant that works by dissolving keratin protein in surface cells.
Electrode
An ___ is an applicator used to direct electric current from a machine to the client's skin.
Alginate
An ___ mask is applied quickly, forms a seal, and dries to a rubberized texture.
Exfoliant
An ____ is a product used to remove excess dead cells from the skin surface.
Tumor
An abnormal mass varying in size, shape, and color.
7.0
An acid balance wave has a pH of:
Fruncle
An acute, localized infection of a hair follicle that produces constant pain, is called a boil or a:
Serum
An ampoules is an individual does of:
Electrode
An applicator used to direct electric current from an electrotherapy device to a client's skin is a(n):
Ion
An atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge is called a(n):
Reflex
An automatic nerve reaction to a stimulus that produces movement is a:
Two or more atoms of the same element in definite proportions
An elemental molecule is a molecule containing:
By pulling it out the follicle
An epilator removes hair:
Violet
An equal combination of the primary colors blue and red produces:
Kanekalon
An excellent manufactured synthetic fiber that is durable, soft, and less inclined to tangle than many other synthetics is:
Cation
An ion with a positive electrical charge is called a(n):
Ulcer
An open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane, accompanied by pus and loss of skin depth, is a(n):
Perfectionism
An unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly is called:
Henna
Ancient Egyptian men and women practiced a form of nail care by staining their nails red using what material?
Birthmark
Another name for a nevus is a:
Matter
Any substance that occupies space and has mass (weight) is considered:
Product discoloration
Applying nail enhancement product over wet nail primer can cause:
Ice Age
Archaeological studies reveal that haircutting and hairstyling were practiced in some form as early as:
Reference points
Areas of the head where the surface changes are called:
Weekly
As a general rule, how often should normal skin be massaged?
Oily hair needs to be shampooed more often than normal hair
As a general rule:
Shrinks up to 1/2 inch
As hair dries, it:
straight and available in lengths of 12 to 28 inches
Asian hair is usually:
press your hands on the client's feet and then feather off once
At the end of a foot massage, you should:
10 AM to 3 PM
At what time of day is UV exposure typically highest?
Bonding
Attaching hairs wefts or single strands of hair with an adhesive is called:
Flagella
Bacilli and spirilla bacteria use slender, hair-like extensions called:
Protoplasm
Bacteria generally consist of an outer wall containing a liquid called
stomach
Beauty professionals who have to stand or sit all day and preform repetitive movements are susceptible to problems in all of the following EXCEPT:
Maintain boundaries
Because the salon is a close-knit community in which people spend long hours working side by side, it is important to:
Diluted
Before use, all concentrated disinfectants must be:
Your inner wrist
Before you apply wax to the client's skin, you should test it on
Looking and smelling fresh
Being well groomed begins with:
Milia
Benign, keratin-filled cysts that can appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are:
malignant melanoma
Black or dark brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture are a sign of which type of skin cancer?
Loosens and elongates the wave pattern
Blowdrying textured hair:
Dissolving the bond with oil
Bonded wefts of hair are removed by:
4 hours
Braiders report that tree braids are faster than some other techniques, taking about how long?
African
Braiding is regarded in many ____ cultures as an opportunity for woman to socialize and form relationships.
Partnership
Business structure in which two or more people share ownership is a:
45
By the time you leave school, it should take you no longer than ____ minutes at most to complete a basic manicure procedure.
Allow the scalp to breathe
Capless wigs:
What is another name for the wrist ?
Carpus
Height
Cascade, or stand up, pin curls are used to create ____ in the hair design.
Physical
Characteristics of matter that do not involve chemically changing a substance are called ____ properties.
Antiseptics
Chemical germicides formulated for use on skin; registered and regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
both physically and chemically
Chemical texture procedures involve changing the structure of the hair:
Scar
Cicatrix is another name for a(n):
Non-foaming
Cleansing milks are:
3 to 12 weeks
Clients who have their hair colored usually visit the salon ever:
12 weeks
Clinical studies show that photoepilation can provide 50 to 60 percent clearance of hair in:
A large
Coarse hair strands have ____ diameter.
Alkaline
Cold wave is another term for an ____ wave.
Reflect
Color is described as a property of objects that depends on the light they:
Warm colors
Colors that range from yellow to red organs are considered to be:
soles of the feet
Common places for allergic contact dermatitis on a client include all of the following EXCEPT:
Give a stronger set
Compared to pin curls, rollers:
Amino acids
Compounds consisting of carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and sulfur are:
Joint
Connection between two or more bones of the skeleton is a(n):
Direct current
Constant, even flowing electrical current that travels in one direction only is called:
Vesicles
Contact with poison oak commonly causes ___ in many people.
Callus
Continued, repeated pressure on any part of the skin can cause it to thicken and develop into a:
Introduce you to the field of cosmetology
Continuing education is NOT typically used to:
90
Contrasting lines meet at a ____ degree angle.
Can be used to shorten chemical processing time
Conventional hood hair dryers:
Absorb more light, so they look deeper than their actual level
Cool tones:
Positioned close to the scalp
Cornrows are:
Prepare the hair for a bleach lightening service
Correct hair brushing does all of the following EXCEPT:
Sharpened Flints, Oyster Shells and Bone
Cosmetic implements used at the dawn of time were shaped from what materials?
$75 to $125
Costs to create even a small salon in an existing space can range from _____ per square foot.
Diffuse redness
Couperose skin is indicated by:
Texture Specialist
Curly hair specialist is a sub-specialty of which specialty?
Nail wrap resin
Cyanoacrylate is a specialized acrylic monomer from which ____ is made.
anhidrosis
Deficiency in perspiration is called:
mixed with a low-volume developer
Demipermanent haircolor is:
2.5 and 4.5
Developers have a pH between:
Nail bleach
Discolorations of the nail plate or under the free edge of a nail can be removed using:
bacterial, fungicidal, and virucidal
Disinfectants used in the salons must be:
One third
Disulfide bonds account for about _____ of the hair's overall strength.
One-third
Disulfide bonds account for about _____ of the hair's overall strength.
Build weight
During a haircut, when the hair is elevated below 90 degrees, you:
Preform a basic pedicure
During a weeklong callus reduction appointment, you should do all the following EXCEPT:
Stain their nails gold
During the Chou Dynasty, only royals were allowed to do what to their nails?
cheeks and lips
During the Golden Age of Greece, Woman ground cinnabar to produce coloring for:
An autoclave
Effective sterilization typically requires the use of _____ to complete.
Electrons
Electricity is the movement of ___ from one atom to another along a conductor.
A pacemaker
Electrotherapy should never be administered to a client who has: e
90
Evaluations are commonly scheduled _____ days after hiring.
have a fairly regular and uniform diameter along a single strand
Extremely curly hair dose NOT typically:
Darker and fuller
Eyebrow powders make the brows appear:
Loose powder
Eyeliner is NOT available in which form?
1980s
Farouk Shami invented the world's first ammonia free hair color in the:
48 hours
Female clients should be warned not to shave their legs within _____ before a pedicure.
Which of the following is Not one of the three bones that composes the ankle joint?
Femur
Collagen
Fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength is:
S
Finger waving is the process of shaping and directing the hair into a(n) __ pattern.
Surfectants
Foaming cleansers are wash-off products that form easily due to presence of:
On base
For _____ placement, the hair is wrapped at a 45 degree angle beyond perpendicular to its base section, and the rod is positioned on its base.
Small and flat
For a ____ nose, you should apply a lighter foundation down the center of the nose, ending at the tip.
Copper
For a client with green eyes, which shadow color would be considered complementary?
4inches
For bonding, the natural hair should be at least ___ long.
Blond
For clients who are 80 to 100 percent gray, a haircolor within the ____ range is generally most flattering.
Sections
For control during haircutting, the hair is divided into uniform working areas called:
Muted
For older clients with uneven, texture skin, you should use _____ colors.
Used once and properly laundered
For proper client protection, linens and cloth materials should be:
Double that of an employee
For the booth renter, social security taxes are:
Effleurage
For the soothing and relaxing effects, every massage should begin and end with:
Medium grit
For toenails, a _____ file works best for shaping.
Poor lash growth
For which condition might a physician prescribe latisse?
Ribboning
Forcing the hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called:
Are made by hammering or pressing metal to a finished shape
Forged shears:
Bromhidrosis
Foul smelling perspiration caused by bacteria is:
21
Gel polish can last as long as ___ days.
56 to 57
Generally, a shear with Rockwell hardness of ___ is ideal.
15
Generally, clients are asked to reschedule an appointment if they are more than ___ minutes late.
95 percent
Generally, keratin straightening treatments eliminate up to what percent of frizz and curl?
Thick, coarse hair
Generally, only which type of hair contains a medulla?
Electrolysis
Hair removal by means of an electric current that destroys the growth cells of the hair is called:
Prednisone
Hair removal is contraindicated for clients talking which medication?
Fallen hair
Hair shed from the head or gathered from a brush is called:
Density of the hair
Hair texture does NOT refer to:
Coarse
Hair that has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing time is:
Directional patterns and hair texture
Hair type is categorized by what two defining characteristics ?
Low porosity
Hair with a tight cuticle that makes it difficult for chemicals and moisture to penetrate has:
Toners
Haircoloring products used on pre-lightened hair to achieve pale and delicate colors are called:
Natural
Henna is an example of a ____ haircolor.
Liver
Hepatitis is a blood borne virus that can damage which part of the body?
Rayon
High performance mascara contain ___ or nylon fibers to lengthen and thicken the hair fibers.
Permanent
Highlighting shampoo colors are prepared by combing ___ haircolor, hydrogen peroxide, and shampoo.
Create width
Horizontal lines are used to:
Non-porous
Hospitals disinfectants can be used on ____ surfaces n the salon.
looks
How a person ____ is often the first clue to determining if he or she has what it takes to do the job.
4 to 6 weeks
How long do cornrows typically last?
12 inches
How long is a typical soft bender rod?
10 to 15 minutes
How long should it take for hard wax to melt in a wax heater when you are performing a lip waxing service?
10 to 25 minutes
How long should it take for soft wax to melt in the wax heater for a brow waxing service??
Weekly
How often does the CDC require that autoclaves be tested to ensure they are properly sterilizing implements?
After every pedicure
How often must you disinfect a whirlpool spa used for pedicures?
After each use
How often should lip liner pencil be cleaned?
As often as necessary to remove dirt, oils, and product buildup
How often should the hair be shampooed?
After every client
How often should you clean and disinfected your shears?
Only when needed
How often should you sharpen your shears?
AIDS
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes:
Attract water
Humectants are ingredients that:
Lighter weight
Hydrators recommended for use on oily skin types are generally:
Water or heat
Hydrogen bonds can be broken by:
Very strong alkalis
Hydroxide relaxers are:
Lanthionine
Hydroxide relaxers remove one atom of sulfur from a disulfide bond, converting it into a _____ bond.
Work under the advisement of the client's physician
If a client with acne prone skin is under medical care, the role of the cosmetologist is to:
Average
If a client's head measures 22 inches, which size wig should you select?
apply a darker foundation along the sides of the nose
If the client has a large or protruding nose, you should:
apply a lighter foundation just above the brows
If the client has a low forehead, you should:
Create the illusion of wider cheekbones
If the client has an oblong face, you should apply makeup to:
widen the distance between the eyebrows
If the client has close-set eyes, you should:
Chalky
If the foundation color chosen is too light, it will appear:
3000
If the skin of an average adult were stretched out, it would cover more than how many square inches?
Hard
If the water for your salon comes from a well, it is most likely ____ water.
Miscible
If two liquids are mutually soluble, they are considered:
Matte
If you are applying makeup for a special occasion that will include flash photography, ___ colors are recommended. O
$200
If you are buying cast shears, you should not pay more than:
10
If you are refreshing a client's faded color, you should mix a demipermanent haircolor in the same tonal family as the haircolor formula and allow it to process for up to ___ minutes.
Left hand
If you are right-handed, which hand should you use to stretch the skin taut while tweezing?
Accountant and business lawyer
If you choose to buy an established salon, you should seek professional assistance from a(n):
Bring a printed copy of your employment portfolio
If you have created an online version of your employment portfolio, when you go in for an interview you should:
feather them off gently
If you have to remove your hands from the client's face while preforming facial manipulations, you should:
Stockholder
If you purchase share in a corporation, you are a:
Work toward the weight
If you use free-form cutting, you should always:
Nail enhancement may become discolored
If you use too much powder when creating a bead, the:
Franchis
If your company sets up an agreement with Awesome Salon to open your own salon that operates under the Awesome Salon name and logo, your new salon is considered a:
Speak more softly
If your natural voice is harsh, you should:
The skin may temporarily feel less soft
If your remove vellus hair while waxing:
Max Factor
In 1908, _____ began selling makeup that was popular with movie stars because it didn't cake or crack under hot studio lights.
Blond
In Ancient Rome, middle class woman colored their hair:
Human resorces
In a corporate structure, which department typically handles financial planning for employees?
Incur more costs setting up the business than you would setting up a partnership
In a corporation, you:
sideways and parallel around the head
In a horizontal finger wave, waves are positioned:
Releasing weight
In a layered haircut, the layers create movement and volume by:
Size of the curl
In a pin curl, the ____ determines the width of the wave and it's strength.
serving your clients
In a service business, your career resolves around:
Oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously
In an oxidation reduction reaction:
Translucent
In appearance, a normal, healthy nail should be whitish and:
ask for clarification
In class, when something is not clear, you should do what?
Reduce the width across the cheekbone line
In designing a style for a diamond facial type, the objective is to:
Three
In determining a facial shape, the face is divided into how many zones?
Iontophoresis
In facial treatments, the process of infusing water-soluble products into the skin with electric current is called:
Active electrode
In galvanic current, the electrode used on the area to be treated is the:
40
In general, cosmetologists are entitled to overtime pay if they work more than ___ hours per week.
Medium beads
In general, the ideal mix ratio for working with monomer liquids and polymer powders is:
Rhythm
In hair design, ___ is a regular pulsation or a recurrent pattern of movement.
90 degrees or perpendicular to the base section
In half off base placement, the hair is wrapped at an angle of:
Green
In led therapy, _____ light reduces hyperpigmentation.
The insertion to the origin
In massage, pressure on a muscle is directed from:
Size of the rod
In permanent waving, the size of the curl is determined by the :
Payroll
In the allotment of funds, the top priority should be to meet your _______ obligations.
Heat
In the fusion method, hair is bonded to the client's with bonding material activated by:
Proportion
In the principles of hair design, the comparative relationship of one thing to another is called:
35 percent
In the salon, a _____ C curve is the average for monomer liquid and polymer nail enhancements.
Deductive
In the test taking process, reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is called _____ reasoning.
Zigzag motion
In the weaving technique, selected strands are picked up using a:
Executive summary
In what part of a business plan should you state your objective?
Melanonychia
Increased pigment cells within the matrix bed are responsible for a condition called:
To produce alkaline reactions
Infrared lamps are NOT used:
Photoepilation
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is also known as:
Clogged pores
Intense pulse light is NOT used to treat:
hair
It has been clear from the earliest images of African people that their ____ was a preeminent reflection of their well-being and existence in the world.
Damaged hair
It is NOT appropriate to braid:
Color
It is NOT particularly important to pay attention to the ___ of the client's hair during a consultation for a braiding service.
Both base relaxers and no base relaxers
It is recommended that you apply base cream when using:
Apron or Smock
It is recommended that you invest in a(n) ____ as part of your standard work attire.
Six months
It takes most new salons about ______ to begin operating at full capacity.
180
It would be appropriate to use a _____ grit abrasive to shape the free edge and remove imperfections during a monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement application.
Dry
It's equal amounts of liquid and powder are used to create a bead, it is called a ___ bead.
Onycholysis
Lifting of the nail from the bed without shedding, starting at the free edge and continuing toward the lunula is:
Water
Liquid foundation is primarily:
capless wigs
Machine-made wigs are referred to as:
Clear stain
Male clients typically prefer which type of nail coating?
Energy
Matter does NOT exist in which form?
Smooth and refine surfaces
Medium-grit abrasives (150 to 180 grit) are used to:
Top coat
Methacrylic or cellulose-type film formers are typically the main ingredients of:
Are extremely difficult to remove
Methyl methacrylate (MMA) products:
Increase elimination and absorption
Microcurrent is NOT used to:
Prickly heat
Miliaria rubra is an inflammation of the sweat glands that is also known as:
Tertiary color
Mixing equal parts of a secondary color and it's neighboring primary color results in a:
Mature skin
Modelage masks are recommended for clients with:
Anti-fungal
Modern antidandruff shampoo, conditioners, and topical lotions contain ___ agents?
UVA and UVB
Moisturizers that contain a broad spectrum sunscreen protection against ___ rays.
Capital
Money to invest in a business is called:
dappen dish
Monomer liquid and polymer powder are each poured into a special holder called a(n):
Be applied under the nail tip
Monomer liquid and polymer powder should NOT:
Cool , dark area
Monomer liquid and polymer powder should be stored separately in covered containers in a:
Non-pathogenic
Most bacteria are:
Shaving
Most common form of temporary hair removal is:
Round
Most men prefer with nail shape?
Cortex
Most of the total weight of the hair comes from which layer of the hair?
10 minutes
Most quats solutions disinfect implements in:
Hair treatments
Most spa manicures include all of the following EXCEPT:
Epithelial
Mucous membranes are an example of which type of tissue?
Extensors
Muscles that straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight line are the:
Spray
Nail adhesives typically come in all of the following forms EXCEPT:
Improve adhesion
Nail dehydrators are used to remove surface moisture and oil on the natural nail plate in order to:
Sculptured nails
Nail enhancements created by combining a monomer liquid and a polymer powder are commonly called:
Thin
Nail hardeners should be used on ____ nail plates.
Cotton swab
Nail polish drying accelerators are NOT typically applied with a:
Suspension
Nail polish is an example of a(n):
Nail plate
Nail polish is applied to the:
Overlay
Nail tips are not long-wearing and can break without the reinforcement of an:
Eggshell nails
Nails that are flexible with a thin, white nail plate which may curve over the free edge are called:
Matrix
Nails will continue to grow provided that there is no damage to the:
Sandy
Natural tones are commonly described as:
Neurons
Nerve tissue is composed of special cells called:
Matrix
Normal, healthy nails grow in a variety of shapes, depending on the shape of the:
1 to 2
Normally, how many pints of salt containing liquids are eliminated daily through sweat pores in the skin?
Defaulting
Not paying back debt such as a car loan is called:
Blood
Nutrients and oxygen are supplied to the skin by:
PPE's
OSHA defines ___ as "specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard."
Inhibition
Odorless products harden more slowly, which creates a tacky layer called the ___ layer.
Course content
Of all the factors that will affect your test performance, the most important is your mastery of:
Emollients
Oily or fatty ingredients that prevent moisture from leaving the skin are:
Semisolid mixtures
Ointments, pastes, and pomades are:
5th and 10th
On a business timeline, expansion of services and locations would take place between the _______ years of operation.
Light green
On a nail plate, the early stages of a typical pseudomonal bacterial infection are identified as a ____ spot.
Try to appear confident and relaxed
On the day of the interview, you should:
Budget your time to ensure you have enough time to finish the test
On the day of your licensing exam, you should:
Forehead
On which body part are sudoriferous glands more numerous?
First aid measures
On which part of an SDS would you find information about the symptoms and effects of exposure to the chemical substances?
90
Once a week, you should open shears to a ___ degree angle in order to clean out any hair particles or debris.
Record the results on a service record card
Once the service is completed and the client is satisfied, you should:
1/8 inch
One advantage of sugar waxing is that hair as short as _____ can be removed.
hold your shoulders level and relaxed
One guideline for achieving and maintaining good posture is:
more capital for investment
One reason for going into a partnership arrangement is to have:
Bacteria
One-celled microorganisms with plant and animal characteristics are called:
Bitten
Onychophagy is the technical term used to describe ___ nails.
Uniform curls
Open-center curls produce:
Parasites
Organisms that grow, feed, and find shelter on or in another organisms are called:
Demarcation
Overlapping when applying color to new growth can result in a line of:
reduces strain on the index finger and thumb
Palming haircutting shears when combing the hair prevents you from cutting yourself and also:
Seal the pores
Paraffin wax does NOT:
May be straight or curved
Parallel lines in a hairstyle:
Bacterial
Paronychia is caused by a ____ infection.
Gommages
Peeling creams that are rubbed off the skin are called:
Eumelanin
People with dark-colored skin mostly produce:
Used products containing emollients
People with dry hair and scalp should:
End bonds
Peptide bonds are also known as:
Chemicals
Permanent changes in the natural texture of hair can be made using:
Aniline derivatives
Permanent hair colors contain uncolored dye precursors called ___.
High porosity
Permed, colored, chemically relaxed, and straightened hair will have what degree of porosity?
Three
Polypeptide chains are cross linked like the rings on a ladder by ___ different types of side bonds.
Peptide
Polypeptide chains are long chains of amino acids joined together by ___ bonds.
Kabuki brush
Powder mineral makeup is usually applied with a:
Activators
Powdered persulfate salts added to haircolor to increase its lightening ability are called:
multiuse nail forms
Preshaped plastic or aluminum enhancements used as a guide to extend nail enhancements beyond the fingertip for additional length are called:
Soften the brows
Prior to tweezing, cotton pledges or a towel with warm water is placed over the brow to:
The muscle that covers the bridge of the nose is the:
Procures
Eponychium
Products marketed as cuticle moisturizers are designed for the:
Mechanical exfoliants
Products used to physically remove dead cell buildup are called:
Stimulation of nerves
Proper facial and scalp massage does NOT result in:
2 to 3 weeks
Proper maintenance of monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements should be performed every:
Oxygen
Propionibacterium acnes are anaerobic, which means they cannot survive in the presence of:
Amino acids
Proteins are made of long chains of:
Positive
Protons are subatomic particles with which type of charge?
blending the deeper color shadow over the prominent part of the upper lid
Protruding or bulging eyes can be minimized by:
Primary
Pure or fundamental colors that cannot be created by combining colors are called ___ colors.
Dead white blood cells
Pus, the fluid inside a pustules, is largely made up of:
Staphylococci
Pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters and can cause abscesses, pustules, and boils are:
procrastination
Putting off until tomorrow what you can do today.
Alternating
Rapid, interrupted electric current that flows in one direction then in the opposite direction is called _____ current.
Service records
Records that are used to note client personal and contact information and preferences are called:
Green
Repeated use of metallic hair colors can cause a ___ cast.
4 to 6 months
Replacement of the natural fingernail usually takes about
Malassezia
Research has determined that dandruff is the result of a fungus called:
Retain dead cells in the follicle
Retention hyper keratosis is the hereditary tendency for acne prone skin to:
Steel
Reusable or multi use implements are usually made of which material?
volatitle alcohols
Rubbing alcohol and hair spray are examples of:
Nail psoriasis
Salmon patches are a sign of which condition?
20 to 30 percent
Salon AHA exfoliants, or peels, typically contain what concentration of AHA?
Changes in pH
Salt bonds are broken by:
both strong alkaline and strong acidic
Salt bonds can be broken by ____ solutions.
Rebooking
Scheduling clients for their next service appointment before they leave the salon is known as:
red, flaky skin
Seborrheic dermatitis is often characterized by:
Dreadlocks
Separate networks of curly, textured hair that have been intertwined and meshed together are called:
Palm roll
Several weeks after creating locks using extensions, the braid will grow away from the scalp. Which method should you use to cultivate the new growth to form a lock?
Offset
Shears with a(n) ___ grip move the thumb forward, so it is resting below the ring and middle fingers.
Lightened skin color
Signs of infection include all of the following EXCEPT:
smooth in appearance on the nail
Silk wraps are:
Melanin
Skin color depends on tiny grains of pigment, or coloring matter, called:
Oily
Skin that is yellowish with an orange peel texture is:
Shiny
Skin that produces too much sebum will have large pores and may appear:
Ridge
Skip waves are two rows of ____ curls used to create a strong wave pattern with well defined lines between the waves.
Lacrimal bones
Small, thin bones located at the front inner wall of the orbits (eye sockets) are the:
Completion between management and employees
Smooth business management depends on all of the following factors EXCEPT:
Narrow a round head shape
Smooth directional wave patterns are particularly useful when you wish to:
Lye
Sodium hydroxide, commonly known as _____, is a very strong alkali used in chemical hair relaxers, callous softeners, and drain cleaners.
In the direction of the hair growth
Soft wax should be applied to the area to be treated:
Keratin based
Some fusion bonding procedures require wrapping the hair and extension with a ___ strip.
Glands
Specialized organs that remove elements from the blood and convert them into compounds are:
Alcohol
Spray on instant sanitizers are not recommended for brush cleaning because the ___ in them can dry out the brushes over time.
Scaly red papules or nodules
Squamous cell carcinoma is characterized by:
Vapor
Steam is an example of a:
Soften the tissues
Steaming the skin helps to:
Four week maintenance session
Stress strips are typically applied during the:
Produces melanin
Subcutaneous tissue does all of the following EXCEPT
Carbon
Substances lacking the element ____ are classified as inorganic.
Retail supplies
Supplies that are purchased to be sold to clients are called:
Consumptions supplies
Supplies that are used in the daily business operation are:
Your salary requirements
Supporting materials to take to an interview include all of the following EXCEPT:
Cannot be styled with a curling iron
Synthetic hair wigs:
Canities
Technical term for gray hair is:
Distended or dilated surface blood vessels
Telangiectasias is defined as:
Sugaring
Temporary hair removal method that involves the use of a thick, sugar-based paste.
Paraffin
Terry cloth mitts are routinely used over:
heat and/or wet styling techniques
Texture can be created temporarily with the use of:
1920s
The Association Master Barbers of America, which eventually became the Associated Master Barbers and Beauticians of America, was organized in Chicago in the:
Standard precautions
The CDC guidelines that require the employer and employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are potentially infectious are currently called the:
Department of Labor
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created as part of which federal agency?
Weight line
The Visual line in the haircut where the ends of the hair hang together, is called the:
Nail grooves
The ___ are slits or furrows on each of the nail.
Oval
The ___ face is approximately three fourths as wide as it is long.
Emphasis
The ___ in a design is what first draws the eye, before it travels to the rest of a design.
Cuticle
The ___ is the dead, colorless tissue attached to the nail plate.
Ferrule
The ___ is the metal part that holds a brush intact and supports the strength of the bristles.
Base
The ___ is the panel of hair on which a roller is placed.
Origin
The ___ is the point of the muscle at fixed attachment (to an immovable section of the skeleton).
Hair follicle
The ___ is the tube like depression in the skin or scalp that contains the hair root.
Pectoralis
The ___ muscles of the chest assist in the swinging movement of the arms.
Frontal
The ____ artery supplies blood to the forehead and upper eyelids.
Cortex
The ____ gives hair the majority of its strength and elasticity.
Hyponychium
The ____ is a slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the natural nail plate.
Nail plate
The ____ is the hardened keratin that sits on and covers the nail bed.
Perionychium
The ____ is the living skin bordering the root and sides of a nail.
Bang area
The _____ is a triangular section that begins at the apex and ends at the front corners.
Service record card
The _____ is the client's permanent progress record of services received, results, formulations, and products used during the service.
client consultation
The _____ is the communication with a client that determines the client's needs and how to achieve the desired results.
Growth pattern
The _____ is the direction hair grows from the scalp.
Stress area
The _____ is where the natural nail grows beyond the finger and becomes the free edge.
Sidewall
The _____ runs straight from the cuticle down the side of the nail to the end of the extension.
Weave technique
The _____ uses zigzag partings to divide base areas.
Ulnar
The ______ artery supples blood to the little finger side of the arm.
Apex
The ______ is the area of the nail that has all of its strength.
Mandibular
The ______ nerve affects the muscles of the chin, lower lip, and external ear.
Guideline
The _________ is a section of the hair that determines the length the hair will be cut.
Diplomacy
The ability to deliver truthful, even sometimes critical or difficult, messages in a kind way is known as:
Retailing
The act of recommending and selling products to your clients for at home use is called:
40 to 60
The adjustable lamp attached to the manicure table should use an Incandescent or fluorescent bulb of how many watts?
Mix ratio
The amount of monomer liquid and polymer powder used to create a bead is called the:
tension
The amount of pressure applied in cutting when combing and holding a subsection is called:
Contact time
The amount of time the surface must stay moist with disinfectant in order for the disinfectant to be effective is called:
Top of the head
The apex area is easily located by placing a comb flat on the :
1/4 inch to 1/2 inch
The application for a virgin relaxer starts ____ away from the scalp.
Fill
The application of enhancement product to the new growth of the nail that appears weeks after the initial application of a nail wrap is called a:
Outward and downward
The application of foundation should begin at the center of the face and be blended using ___ motions.
Phototherapy
The application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of wrinkles or pigmentation is called light therapy or:
Space
The area surrounding the form is called:
2200
The average hair density is about how many hairs per square inch?
20 seconds
The average time a potential employer will spend scanning your resume before deciding whether to grant you an interview is about:
Tone
The balance, or the hue, of color seen in the hair is referred to as:
Horizontal, vertical, or diagonal
The base direction can be:
Straight set wrap
The basic permanent wrap is also known as a:
Satisfied clients
The best form of advertising is:
Wind
The best way to gauge how realistic a wig looks is to use the ___ text.
Wear gloves when working with irritating chemicals
The best way to prevent both types of occupational contact dermatitis is to:
Daily
The best way to record your tips and additional income for tax purposes is to keep a ____ log.
Nail tip adhesives
The binding agents used to secure nail tips to the nails are called:
Diffuser
The blow dryer attachment that causes the air flow to softly and accentuates or keeps the textural definition is the:
Fats
The body needs ____ for many body functions, including hormones and sebum production.
Occipital Boone
The bone of the cranium that forms the back of the skull above the nape is the:
Epicranius
The broad muscle that covers the top of the skull consists of the occipitalis and frontal is the:
5 years
The business plan should include projected income and overhead expenses for a period of:
Waste products
The cell does NOT need an adequate supply of _____ for mitosis to occur.
Polymerization
The chemical reaction that creates polymers is called:
An increase in temperature
The chemical reaction that is produced by modelage masks causes:
Rosacea
The chronic condition ___ is characterized by redness on the cheeks and nose.
Collarbone
The clavicle is also known as the:
Lymph
The clear fluid that bathes skin cells, removes toxins and cellular waste, and has immune functions is called:
Lymph
The clear fluid that helps carry wastes and impurities away from the cells before it is rerouted back to the circulatory system is called:
stratum lucidum
The clear, transparent skin layer just under the surface through which light passes is the:
Service record card
The client intake form is NOT also known as a:
covered with a fresh, clean towel for each client
The client's arm cushion must be:
The prices paid for products the client has purchased from you
The client's service record card should contain all of the following information EXCEPT:
Pityriasis
The condition characterized by the excessive production and accumulation of skin cells is:
Hypertrichosis
The condition that describes abnormal growth of hair is:
Texture of the hair
The correct temperature used for a thermal iron is primarily determined by the:
Elongated
The cortex of the hair has a fibrous protein core formed by ____ cells.
Allow for ergonomically correct positioning
The cosmetologist's pedicuring stool must:
Taking the client's measurements
The creation of a custom made wig begins with:
Back of the parietal ridge
The crown is defined as the area between the apex and the:
Nourish the matrix
The cuticle does all of the following EXCEPT:
Difficult to remove
The cuticle is:
Reticular layer
The deepest layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients to the skin is the:
Elevation
The degree at which a subsection of hair is held from the head when cutting is called:
Nucleus
The dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell is the:
Texture
The diameter of an individual hair strand is referred to as hair:
Size of the optimum
The difference between closed and open comedones is the:
Modalities
The different types of currents used in facial and scalp treatments are called:
From insertion to the muscle towards its origin
The direction of massage movements should always be:
Bleach
The disinfectant sodium hypochlorite is commonly known as:
Long
The double rod wrap technique is especially effective on ____ hair.
Papillary
The epidermal-dermal junction is located at the top of the _____ layer.
Flexors
The extensor muscles involved with the bending of the wrist are the:
Use a synergistic product line
The fastest and easiest way to develop an optimal pedicure service is to:
Telogen
The final phase of the hair cycle, lasting until the fully grown hair is shed, is the ___ phase.
Haircoloring consultation
The first and the most critical part of the color service is the:
Deactivation of any remaining waving lotion
The first function of thio neutralization is the:
2 weeks
The first round of nail wrap maintained should take place ___ after the initial application.
1998
The first spa pedicure system was introduced to the professional beauty industry by Creative Nail Design in which year?
Natural level
The first step in preforming a haircolor service is to identify the:
Pre-lightening
The first step of double process haircoloring is:
COHNS
The five major elements in skin and hair are referred to as the _____ elements.
Sternum
The flat bone that forms the ventral (front) support of the ribs is the:
An electric current
The flow of electricity along a conductor is called:
Safety Data Sheet
The form required from manufacturers that lists handling, disposal, and first-aid information for a product is known as a(n):
New growth
The hair shaft between the scalp and hair that has been previously colored is called the:
Circle
The hair that is wrapped around a roller is the:
Greasepaint
The heavy pancake type makeup that is used for theatrical purposes is called:
Outside corner of the iris
The high point of the arch of the brow should be near the _____ if the client is looking straight ahead.
Iris of the eye
The highest part of an eyebrow arch should be in line with the:
stratum corneum
The horny layer, or outer covering of the epidermis, is the:
Basalt
The hot stones used in pedicures are typically:
Water attracting head
The hydrophilic end of a surfactant molecule is considered the:
Professional image
The impression you project through both your outward appearance and your conduct in the workplace.
Spore-forming stage
The inactive growth stage of bacteria is also known as the:
benzoyl peroxide
The initiator that is added to the polymer powder to start the chain reaction of curing is:
Ulna
The inner and larger bone of the forearm located on the side of the little finger is the:
Booking appointments
The key duty of the receptionist is:
The list of ingredients
The key to determining which shampoo will leave the client's hair shiny and manageable is:
Mandible
The largest and strongest bone of the face is called the:
Humerus
The largest bone of the arm, extracting from the elbow to the shoulder, is the:
Dermis
The layer of the skin commonly called the true skin is the:
Machine made wig
The least expensive wig option is:
Ethmoid bone
The light, spongy bone between the eye sockets is called the:
Eponychium
The living skin at the base of the natural nail plate that covers the matrix area is the:
Products you use
The main difference between massage for relaxation and massage done in conjunction with a treatment is the:
Small independent salons
The majority of professional salons in the United States are:
Melanocytes
The matrix does NOT contain:
Keritinization
The maturing process of hair is:
Density
The measurement of the individual hair strands on 1 square inch of the scalp is hair:
Viscosity
The measurement of the thickness or thinner of a liquid that affects how the fluid flows is:
Round
The medulla is composed of __________ cells.
Grouped tightly
The melanin granules found in fine hair texture are:
Pheomelanin
The melanin that gives blond and red colors to hair is called:
Blood borne pathogens
The microorganisms that cause hepatitis and HIV are called:
Nonmetalic
The mixing bowl selected for the brush and bowl color application method must be:
Ethics
The moral principles by which you live and work are called:
The stronger and harsher it is
The more alkaline the shampoo:
Basal cell carcinoma
The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is:
Bacilli
The most common bacteria are:
Waxing
The most common form of hair removal in salons and spas is:
Black
The most common natural level of commercially available human hair is 1, or:
Concave rod
The most common type of perm rod is the:
dirty hands
The most common way that infections spread in a salon is:
Arc
The most commonly shaped base in pin curls is the ___ base.
#8 oval
The most commonly used brush for monomer liquid or polymer powder is a _____ brush.
Hydrogen peroxide
The most commonly used developer is:
Ethyl methacrylate
The most commonly used versions of monomer liquid in the beauty industry are odorless monomer liquid and:
Rhythmic, slow slide with the fingers and palm
The most enjoyable type of foot massage is a:
virgin, European, human hair
The most expensive wigs, hairpieces, and extensions are made from:
Legs
The most frequent hair removal requests from men include all of the following EXCEPT the:
Sternocleidomastoideus
The muscle of the neck that lowers and rotates the head is the:
Soleus
The muscle that originates at the upper portion of the fibula and bends the foot down is the:
arrector pili
The muscles that can cause goosebumps are called ____ muscles.
Be smooth
The nail extension underside should:
Integumentary
The nail is considered part of the ____ system.
Occipital
The nape area is located by taking a horizontal parting across the back of the head at the ___ bone.
Saturated fat
The national institute of Health recommends a diet that is low in:
Orbital
The natural arch of the eyebrow follows the curved line of the eye socket or the ____ bone.
4.5 and 5.5
The natural pH of hair is between:
Tarsal bones
The navicular is one of the:
Secretory
The nerve fibers that regulate the excretion of perspiration are the:
Hydrogen peroxide
The neutralizer used with thio relaxers is usually:
Hair density
The number of individual hair strands on 1 square inch of scalp is called:
Lipophilc
The oil attracting tail of a surfactant molecule is termed:
Epidermis
The outermost layer of the skin is the:
Clean and add luster to the hair
The overlapping layers or scales of natural bristle brushes are used to:
Renaissance
The period during which western civilization made the transition from medieval to modern history was called the:
Melanin
The pigment produced to protect the skin from the effects of ultraviolet sun rays is called:
Indentation
The point where curls of opposite directions meet, forming a recessed area, is called the:
Position stop
The point where the free edge of the natural nail meets the nail tip is the:
French pleat
The ponytail is NOT the foundation for which hairstyle?
Brazilian
The popular waxing technique that involves the removal of all the hair from the front and back of the bikini area is called ___ bikini waxing.
Nail bed
The portion of living skin that supports the nail plate is the:
Spinal cord
The portion of the central nervous system that originates in the brain and extends down the lower trunk is the:
Hair shaft
The portion of the hair that projects above the skin is the:
Anode
The positive electrode of an electrotherapy device is called a(n):
Essential oils
The practice of aromatherapy involves the us of:
Base
The predominant tone of a color is referred to as the ___ color.
Pus
The presence of which of the following is a sign of a bacterial infection?
Maximum efficiency
The primary concern when planning the physical layout of your salon should be:
Mitosis
The process in which cells reproduce and divide into two identical cells is called:
Filtration
The process in which water passes through a porous substance to remove suspended materials is called:
binary fission
The process of bacteria dividing into two cells is called:
Texturizing
The process of removing excess bulk without shortening the length is known as:
Desincrustation
The process of softening and removing hardened sebum stuck in the follicles is called:
Avicenna
The process of steam distillation was refined by:
Hair pressing
The process of temporarily straightening extremely curly hair using a heated iron or comb is called:
Pre softening
The process of treating gray or very resistant hair for better penetration of color is called:
Sterilization
The process that completely destroys all microbial life, including spores.
Iontophoresis
The process that uses galvanic current to enable water soluble products to penetrate the skin is called:
Elastin
The protein base that helps skin regain its shape after being stretched or expanded is called:
Client intake form
The questionnaire that disclosed all medications, known medical issues, skin disorders, or allergies that a client may have is called a:
Combustion
The rapid oxidation of substances, accompanied by the production of heat and light, is called:
During the last trimester of pregnancy
The rate of nail growth increases dramatically:
Pheomelanin
The red to yellow melanin produced by the body is:
Addition of hydrogen
The reduction reaction in permanent waving is due to the:
Decontamination
The removal of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item's surface is called:
Two
The rope braid is created by twisting how many strands of hair?
Salon policies
The rules or regulations adopted by a salon to ensure that all clients and associates are being treated fairly and consistently are called:
Level
The saturation, density, or concentration of color is referred to as:
Crust
The scab on a sore is an example of a(n):
Frontals
The scalp muscle responsible for drawing the scalp forward is the:
4 to 6 weeks
The scheduling time between waxing services is generally:
Trichology
The scientific study of hair and its diseases and care is called:
Neurology
The scientific study of the structure, function, and pathology of the nervous system is:
Base detergent
The second ingredient that most shampoos have in common is the primary surfactant or:
Stem
The section of a pin curl between the base and the first arc that gives the curl direction and movement is the:
Receptors
The sensory nerve endings located close to the surface of the skin are called the:
Well
The shallow depression in a nail tip serves as point of contact with the nail plate is called a:
Hot towel application
The shampoo service includes each of the following EXCEPT:
Head form
The shape of the head is also known as the:
Press and smooth the product with the belly of your sable brush
The shape the monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement's free edge, you should:
Cortex
The side bonds of the ____ must be broken in order to change the natural wave pattern of the hair.
Element
The simplest form of chemical matter is a(n):
Integumentary
The skin and sweat glands are part of which body system?
non-inflamed and non-sensitive
The skin suction machine should only be used on _____ skin.
Facial skeleton
The skull is divided into two parts: the cranium, which protects the brain, and the:
Dermal papilla
The small, cone shaped area at the base of the hair follicle that fits into the hair bulb is the:
Dermal papillae
The small, cone shaped elevations at the bottom of hair follicles are called the:
Angle
The space between two lines or surfaces that intersect at a given point is called a(n):
Esthetician
The specialist who provides cleansing treatments for the skin is a(n):
Diplococci
The spherical bacteria that cause disease such as pneumonia are:
20 volume
The standard hydrogen peroxide volume used with permanent haircolor is:
Double lock stitch
The stitch used in extensions where thread is wound twice around the needle is a(n):
Concentration of its reducing agent
The strength of any permanent wave is based on the:
Intensity
The strength of color is called:
Thio
The strength of the permanent waving solution is determined primarily by the concentration of:
Blue
The strongest of the primary colors that also bring depth to any color is:
Disulfide bonds
The strongest of the three side bonds are:
Rebalance
The structural correction of the nail to ensure its strength, shape, and durability is called:
Anatomy
The study of human body structures that can be seen with the naked eye is called:
Organic
The study of substances that contain carbon is called ___ chemistry.
Physiology
The study of the function and activities performed by the body's structures is:
Detoxify the body
The sudoriferous glands:
Thio relaxers
The sulfites used as low pH hair relaxers are compatible with:
Be slightly acidic
The surface of healthy skin should:
Skeletal system
The system that forms the physical foundation of the body is the:
fragilitas crinium
The technical term for brittle hair is:
plicatured nail
The technical term used to describe a highly curved nail is:
Ruffing
The technique of backbrushing is also called:
Lowlighting
The technique of coloring hair strands darker that the natural hair color is called:
Backcombing
The technique of combing a small section of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion or base is known as:
Blow dry style
The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is called:
Sanitizing
The term ___ is defined as a chemical process for reducing the number of disease-causing germs on cleaned surfaces to safe level.
Hydrogen
The term pH represents the quantity of ____ ions.
alopecia
The term used to describe abnormal hair loss is:
Biofilms
The terms ____ refers to colonies of microorganisms that adhere to environmental surfaces, as well as to the human body, and secrete a sticky protective coating that cements them together.
Aromatherapy
The therapeutic use of essential oils for beauty and health treatment is called:
Concealer
The thick, heavy foundation used to hide skin imperfections is called:
Hair bulb
The thickened, club-shaped structure that forms the lower part of the hair root is the:
Resin
The thickest adhesives are gel adhesives, sometimes referred to as:
Bed epithelium
The thin layer of tissue that is attached to the nail plate is the:
Grounding pin
The third prong found on the plugs of some appliances is called the:
Twist
The three principle parts of a pin curl do NOT include a:
Muscle tissue
The tissue that controls and moves various parts of the body is:
Three to four times
The traditional method for the paraffin bath is to dip and re-dip the hands and feet how many times?
have a self-closing lid
The trash container should:
Parietal bones
The two bones that form the sides and crown (top) of the cranium are the:
Hair root and hair shaft
The two parts of a mature strand of human hair are:
India, Asian
The two regions that provide most of the commercially available human hair are:
Sole proprietor
The type of owner who assumes expenses, receives profits, and bears all losses of the business is a:
Thinning of the skin
The use of isotretinoin, an oral cystic acne medication, causes what side effect?
Contributing pigment
The varying degrees of warmth exposed during a permanent color or lightening process is called:
Lunula
The visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the living skin is the: best
Cytoplasm
The watery fluid that the nucleus needs to growth, reproduction, and self-repair is:
Shape
The wave pattern of the hair refers to the ____ of the hair strand.
is more controlled than the abstract method
The wet wig cutting method:
Parietal ridge
The widest area of the head, starting at the temples and ending at the bottom of the crown, is the:
98
There are __ naturally occurring elements.
8 to 10
There are approximately how many pints of blood in the human body?
Keloid
Thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is a :
require more maintenance
Thinner brows:
Lack of a game plan
Three bad habits that prevent peak personal performance are procrastination, perfectionism, and:
Smoke in a designated smoking area
Throughout the day, you should do all the following EXCEPT:
Temper
To _____ a new brass pressing comb, you heat the comb until it is extremely hot, coat it in a petroleum based product or pressing oil, and then rinse the oil off after it has cooled down.
An antiseptic lotion
To avoid infection after tweezing, you should sponge the area with cotton moistened with:
translucent powder
To avoid transfer of foundation to a client's clothing, you should always set foundation with:
sensitive
To be ___ means to be compassionate and responsive to other people.
Be willing to help with whatever needs to be done in the salon
To be a good team player, you must:
5 years
To be and education director, how many years of experience do you need as a cosmetologist?
10
To become a creative director, you must have at least ____ years of experience as a hairdresser.
Red orange
To create a warm coppery red, you should use a ____ base color.
Maximum
To create precise lines when cutting straight hair, you should use ___ tension.
Wide toothed comb
To detangle wet hair after the shampoo process, you should use a:
Back of the ear
To determine the front area of the head, you should draw a line from the apex to the:
Wipe it out with a paper towel, seal it in a plastic bag, and dispose of it in a metal trash can
To dispose of small amounts of leftover monomer liquid, you should:
Introduce them to other people they may interact with in the salon.
To earn clients' trust and loyalty, you should always:
Prioritize your tasks
To effectively manage time, it is important to learn to:
Embrace criticism
To enhance your creativity, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
Exactly cover the nail plate from sidewall to sidewall
To ensure the proper size when measuring for nail tips, the tip selected should:
Toe separators
To keep toes apart while polishing the nails, which of the following should be used?
Moderate heat and light pressure
To prevent discoloration or breakage when pressing gray hair, you should use:
keep your wrists in a straight position
To prevent injuries when working, you should ___ as much as possible.
15
To prevent skin aging, you should make daily use of broad spectrum sunscreens with an SPF of at least:
90 degree
To produce half base curls, strong curls with moderate life or volume, you should hold out at a ____ angle.
Wooden pusher
To remove nail tips softened in remover or acetone, you should gently slide them off using a:
Horizontal tuck or fold across the back
To shorten a wig from front to nape and remove bulk, you should create a:
Porosity
To test the _____ of the hair, you should select a small section of hair at the crown, hold it at the root and the tip, and slide the hair down two to three times slowly.
5 inches
To use a linking method of hair extension attachment, natural hair should be at least how long?
Haircutting
Today Cosmetologist frequently specialize in doing what?
Trim the toenails
Toenail clippers are used to:
used to rebalance the skin's pH
Toners are:
4 to 6 weeks
Traditional semipermanent haircolor lasts about how long?
brushes made with natural boar bristles
Traditionally, _____ have been regarded as best for use on human hair wigs.
At the side front hairline
Triangular base curls are recommended:
Knotted hair
Trichorrhexis nodosa is the technical term for:
4.5 and 7.0
True acid waves have a pH between:
May require special methods of disposal
Tuberculocidal disinfectants:
Emulsion
Two or more immiscible substances combine with a special binding ingredient to create a(n):
Hyoid bone
U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue and its muscles is the:
Kills some germs
UV light causes chemical reactions to happen more quickly than visible light, and:
Vitamin D
Ultraviolet (UV) rays applied to the skin during a treatment prompt the skin to produce:
Straighter at the scalp and curlier at the ends
Underprocessed hair is usually:
Diameter
Variations in hair texture are determined by feel and ___ of the hair.
Medulla
Vellus hair almost never has a:
Remove weight
Vertical lines:
Carbon
Volatile organic compounds contain ____ and evaporate very easily.
Form
Volume or ___ is the mass or general outline of a hairstyle.
Wax heater
Wax should be heated using a:
Hot rollers
Wet hairstyling tools include all of the following EXCEPT:
Cleanliness and stimulation
What are the two basic requirements for a healthy scalp?
Visible and invisible
What are the two broad classifications of braiding styles?
Papillary and reticular
What are the two layers of the dermis?
Temporary and permanent
What are the two major categories of hair removal?
Cleaning and then disinfecting
What are the two steps of infection control?
Overactive sebaceous glands
What causes excessive scalp oiliness?
Normal aging
What causes ridges?
Dark red
What color is the blood found in veins?
Red
What color is the plug and cord for an anode on a typical galvanic machine?
Density of the hair
What determines the size and number of subsections needed to complete a cut?
Pinch their cheeks
What did women do during the Victorian Era in England in order to add color to their cheeks?
Create long polymer chains
What does a polymerization reaction do?
Diameter
What does the D on the American Cancer Society Cancer Checklist stand for?
Harmony
What holds all the elements of a design together?
Rigid
What is NOT a characteristic of healthy skin?
Digestion
What is NOT one of the principal functions of the skin?
A question on a test
What is a stem?
Vaccines
What is given to prevent viruses from growing in the body?
4 weeks
What is the acceptable time between pedicure appointments?
Ammonium thiglycolate
What is the active ingredient in alkaline permanents?
Cells
What is the basic unit of all living things from bacteria to animals and plants?
Human hair
What is the best material to use for hair extensions?
Protoplasm
What is the colorless, jelly-like substances found insides cells.
1
What is the darkest hair color level?
Burn it with a match
What is the fastest way to tell if a strand of hair is synthetic or real human hair?
Determine whether the client is satisfied
What is the first step of the post-service procedure?
Put on a fresh pair of gloves
What is the first step of the pre-service procedure?
Review the consultation
What is the last step of the 10-step consultation method?
Scope of practice
What is the list of services in your specialty that you are legally allowed to preform in your state called?
GMTG
What is the main active ingredient in true acid and acid-balanced waving lotions?
Dermatology
What is the medical branch of science that deals with the study of skin?
Sebum
What is the oily secretion that lubricates the skin and preserves the softness of the hair?
They do not have a strong odor.
What is the primary benefit of ammonia-free waves?
Keratin
What is the principal component of hair and nails?
to maintain the scalp and hair in a clean and healthy condition
What is the purpose of a general scalp treatment ?
To relax the client
What is the purpose of massage in manicuring?
Orbicularis oculi
What is the ring muscle of the eyes socket that controls the ability to close ones eye's?
Ergonomics
What is the science of designing the workplace and it's equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient, and safe?
Open comedo
What is the technical term for a black head? D
onychocryptosis
What is the technical term for ingrown nails?
To make the client happy
What is the ultimate goal when you encounter a client who is dissatisfied?
Base cream
What is used to protect the skin and scalp during hair relaxing?
Nail dehydrator
What is used to remove surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural nail plate?
Low pH
What kind of waves are sulfates used in?
Volume
What measures the concentration and strength of hydrogen peroxide?
electronmagnetic spectrum
What name is given to all of the forms of energy that exist?
Face powder
What should you apply if you want to absorb excess oil and minimize the shine on oily skin?
Preform a self-evaluation.
What should you do as the time for your employee evaluation draws near?
Thank your manager for taking the time do the evaluation.
What should you do at the end of your employee evaluation?
Review the intake form.
What should you do first when completing the 10-step consultation method?
Put on gloves and safety glasses.
What should you do first when preparing to clean and disinfect a basic basin?
Refer the client to a physician
What should you do if a client requests a dry scalp treatment, and you notice that he or she has reddened scalp irritations?
Trim the outside edge
What should you do if the length of the eyelash band is too long to fit the curve of the upper eyelid?
Use a larger tip and tailor it to size with an abrasive board
What should you do if you do not have the proper size nail tip?
Focus on small tasks one at a time
What should you do if you find studying overwhelming?
Seek help from someone you respect.
What should you do if you find yourself at odds with a coworker?
Give yourself some downtime
What should you do if you find yourself feeling frustrated, worried or guilty?
Refer the client to a physician.
What should you do if you identify the signs of pyogenic granuloma when performing the hand, nail, and skin analysis?
Change the subject as soon as you can.
What should you do if your client is gossiping?
Discard the brush
What should you do if your vent brush is missing one of its protective tips?
day spa
What term was coined by beauty legend Noel DiCaprio in the late 1980's?
Deactivating waving solution and rebuilding disulfide bonds
What two important functions are preformed by the neutralization process?
Dry
What type of bead should be used with odorless monomer liquid and polymer powder products?
Eumelanin
What type of melanin gives black and brown color to the hair?
Conditioner
What type of product is a special chemical agent applied to the hair to deposit protein or moisturizer?
Distilled water
What you of water should be used in most steamers?
Acne
Wheals are NOT commonly caused by:
daughter cells
When a bacteria cell grows and splits into two new cells, the new cells are called:
Onychomadesis
When a nail plate separates and falls from the nail bed, it is called:
Scabies
When a parasite called a mite burrows under the skin, the result is:
Chemical
When a substance undergoes a ____ change, a new substance with different properties is created.
Shiny and sticky
When acid-free primer dries, it creates a _____ surface.
Water
When acids and alkalis are mixed together in equal proportions, they form:
Symmetrical balance
When an imaginary line is drawn through the center of the face and the two resulting halves form a mirror image of one another, it's called:
Create as much of a dialogue as possible
When an interviewer asks if you have any questions, you should:
when two choices are similar, one of them is probably right
When answering a multiple choice question:
flexible plastic sheet
When applying a fabric wrap, what should you use to press fabric onto the nail plate?
Use a light dotting action to apply primer to the nail
When applying an acid based nail primer, you should:
You should completely cover the nail plate with primer
When applying an acid free primer:
1/16 inch
When applying fabric wraps, how far should you keep fabric from the sidewall and eponychium?
Dip the same brush into the polymer powder and rotate it slightly
When applying monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements, after dipping the brush in monomer liquid and removing the excess, you should:
leave a tiny free margin between the product placement and skin
When applying monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements, you should:
either the natural nail or the well of the tip
When applying nail tips, you should apply nail adhesive to:
Pinky finger of the left hand
When applying nail wraps, it is recommended that you begin with which finger?
Smile
When applying powder cheek color, you should have the client:
Flat to the nail
When blending nail tips to match the surface of the natural nail plate, use a buffer or board and hold it:
Blue violet
When blue and violet are combined, they create:
Skin, eye, and hair color
When choosing colors for a client, the three factors to consider are:
wear whatever is most comfortable
When choosing what to wear for work, you should do all the following EXCEPT:
warm water
When cleaning a foot spa at the end of the day, you should fill the basin with _____ and chelating detergent.
Warm water
When cleaning your implements, you should rinse them with:
5 to 10 minutes
When coloring a human hair wig, you should conduct color checks every:
Discuss your personal life
When communicating with your coworkers, you should do all of the flowing EXECPT:
Confined yourself to your comfort zone
When creating hair designs, you should NOT:
Where will you be located?
When creating your brand identity, you should ask each of the following questions, EXCEPT:
Unnatural
When cutting a wig, remember that the more solid the shape, the more ________ the hair will look.
You should allow for the natural lift of the hair
When cutting the bangs or fringe:
Fair, medium, or deep
When determining skin color, you must first decide if the skin is:
Bacterial, Virucidal, and Fungicidal
When disinfecting a foot bath, you must use a disinfectant that is:
10 minutes
When disinfecting your implants during the pre service procedure, how long should you leave them immersed in disinfectant solution.
Agreement stating that the landlord will hold all insurance policies
When drawing up a lease to rent a byline for your salon, you should secure all of the following EXCEPT an:
Which method of bleaching should be used?
When formulating a haircolor, you should always ask all of the following questions EXCEPT:
have the client extend his or her hand across the table to you
When giving a manicure, you should:
Over 90%
When hand washing is performed properly, soap removes ____ of pathogenic microbes from the hands.
Have a professional appearance
When interviewing potential employees, you should always look for people who:
Irritant contact dermatitis
When irritating substances temporarily damage the epidermis, the result is:
Between the basic manicure and the polish application
When is the massage preformed in a traditional manicure?
Two
When making a hard press, how many times should you apply the thermal pressing comb on each side of the hair?
education
When making recommendations to a client, which of the following is NOT an example of criteria you will base your suggestions on?
1 ounce of color and 2 ounces of developer
When mixing permanent color using a 1:2 ration, you should pour ____ into the bottle.
Quickly begins to harden
When monomer liquid is picked up by a brush and mixed with polymer powder, the bead that forms on the end of the brush:
Employee payroll
When operating a salon, your largest expense each month will be your:
Follow the same rules that you set for your employees
When operating your own salon, you should:
The side section goes over the middle section
When performing a French braid:
Conduct periodic strand tests during the service
When performing a chemical hair relaxing service, it is appropriate to:
Use two fingers depth on the sides
When performing a graduated haircut, you should NOT:
hold the hair while cutting
When performing a haircut with haircutting shear, you should use your holding hand to:
Sides
When performing a haircut, cutting past the two front corners can cause a bang area to end up on the ___ of the haircut.
Relax your posture
When performing a hand and arm massage, you should:
Lighten rapidly
When performing a test to determine whether metallic salts are present, the hair will _____ in the solution if metallic salts are present.
3 to 5 times
When performing a waxing service, after applying the fabric strip, you should run your hand over the surface of the fabric how many times?
Use many pins to keep it secure
When performing an updo, you should:
Use downward movements in the beard area
When performing facial massage on male clients, you should:
Diagnose the client with a nail disease or disorder
When performing the consultation, you should NOT:
Overnight
When performing the weekly cleaning of a foot spa, how long should you leave the disinfectant in the basin?
Neglect physical activity
When planning your schedule, you should NOT:
Apply a leave in conditioner
When preparing a client's hair for braiding, what should you do next after shampooing and towel blotting the hair?
Add the disinfectant to the water
When preparing a disinfectant solution, you should:
Appear frizzy
When preparing a spiral rod set, the hair must be completely dry or else the style will:
apply as much pressure on the hair as possible
When pressing a client's hair, you should NOT:
Avoid treatments that release heat
When providing services for a client with rosacea, you should:
Release statement
When receiving services at a cosmetology school, the client may be asked to sign a ____, indicating that he or she is aware that the service is being provided by a student.
In the opposite direction of hair growth
When removing a fabric waxing strip and wax, the strip should be pulled quickly:
File a v shape into the crack
When replacing a crack in monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancements, you should remove the existing polish, push back the eponychium, remove cuticle tissue, gently file the nail, and then:
open comedo
When sebum hardens and completely clogs an oil duct so that there are no surface follicle openings, it creates a(n):
No more than two shades lighter
When selecting a concealer, it should be _____ than the client's skin.
Neutral
When selecting eye, cheek, and lip colors, which tones are always the safest choice?
Never misrepresent your products or services
When selling salon products and services, you should:
From the side to the center of the free edge
When shaping natural nails during a manicure procedure, the nails should be filed:
At the end of the massage
When should vibration be applied?
At least 30 minutes before sun exposure
When should you apply sunscreen?
Before and after each client
When should you wash your hands?
align your pelvic area with your abdomen
When standing to cut hair, you should:
stand to the side of the section you are cutting
When standing to work on a haircut, you should NOT:
3 years
When stored under ideal conditions, a properly formulated emulsion can be stable for up to:
Keep the style close to the head at the nape
When styling the hair of a client with a convex profile, you should:
look around at other students to gauge whether you're working fast enough
When taking the practical portion of the licensing examination, you should NOT:
Collapse
When the Bristles of a square paddle brush encounter too much resistance, they:
Two
When the client is a brunette, to avoid unwanted brassy tones, you should not lighten more than ___ levels above the natural color.
Trumpet nail
When the free edge pinches the sidewalls into a deep curve, this is called pincer nail or:
Overdirection
When the hair is combed away from its natural falling position, ___ occurs.
Blackheads
When the sebum of a comedo is exposed, it oxidizes, producing:
Formaldehyde gas
When the silicone polymers and formalin in keratin-based straightening treatments are heated to high temperatures, they release:
Nail pterygium
When the skin is stretched by the nail plate, the resulting condition is known as:
Hair growth
When tweezing the eyebrow, you should stretch the skin taut and pull hair with a quick motion in the direction of the:
Active
When using Galvanic current, the electrode that is applied directly to the client's skin is the ___ electrode.
Fine
When using a flat iron, you should use lower settings for _____ hair.
Cortex
When using a lightener, the oxidation process occurs within which layer of the hair?
submerge implements using your bare hands
When using disinfectants, you should NOT:
The mask is applied before the feet are places in the mitts
When using electric foot mitts:
make the brow bone appear more prominent
When using eye shadow, a contour color may be used for any of these purposes EXCEPT to:
Build heavier weight
When using free-form cutting, horizontal sections:
Earlobe
When using light tapping movements during a facial massage, you should work from the chin to the:
Dip the brush in the liquid and then in the powder
When using monomer liquid and polymer powder, you should:
Flat
When using order less monomer liquid, you should us a ____ brush.
10
When using polish remover, you should saturate a cotton ball, gauze pad, or cotton pad, and hold it on the nail for a count of:
get clients' permission before using their images in your posts
When using social media to promote the salon, you should:
Vertically, horizontally, or diagonally
When using the braid-and-sew method, position the braids or tracks:
Hold the comb stationary and cut the length against the comb
When using the clipper-over-comb technique, you should:
Start at the hairline
When using the scissor-over-comb method, you generally:
Apply steady pressure as you rock the tip on
When using the stop, rock, and hold method of securing a tip to a natural nail, you should:
Make calls in a busy area of the salon
When using the telephone, you should NOT:
20 seconds
When washing your hands, you should rub them together in a lather for at least:
1/2 inch
When waxing, the hair should not be longer than:
up-to-date
When working at a salon, you will be expected to have a(n) _____ hairstyle.
be someone who can be counted on to tell the truth
When working in a salon, it is important that you:
25 to 60
When working on a straight basis, commissions can range anywhere from _____ percent, depending on multiple factors.
Greater volume
When working with a client who has large hips or broad shoulders, you should create a style with:
Base
When working with eye shadow, a ___ color generally a medium shade that is close to the client's skin tone.
Keep the topics of conversation professional
When working with older clients, as a general rule you should:
state your salary history
When writing your resume, you should NOT:
Sweep it just below the cheekbones
When you apply blush, you should:
Balance
When you establish equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry, you establish:
Integrity
When you have ______, you are committed to a strong code of moral and artistic values.
Motivation
When you have ______, you have the drive needed to take the necessary actions to achieve a specific goal.
Significantly restrict your spending
When you keep and follow a monthly budget, you do NOT:
Gather everything you will need beforehand
When you study, you should
Wet
When you use twice as much liquid as powder to create a bead, it creates a ______ bead.
You are expected to put the needs of the salon and its clients ahead of your own
When you work at a salon:
Buyer
When your are purchasing an existing salon and there is a transfer of mortgage, the ____ should initiate an investigation to determine whether there are defaults in the payments of debts.
Maintain a professional demeanor
When your clients are your peers, you should:
At or slightly over the cuticle area
When your shears are properly fitted, the thumb hole will rest
stratum germinativum
Where are melanocytes located?
T-zone
Where do comedones appear most frequently?
Neck
Where is the external jugular vein located?
Base of the skull
Where is the occipital bone located?
Hairline
Where should you being shampooing a client's hair?
Base of the scalp
Where should you place the comb to perform the coil comb technique?
UVB
Which UV rays cause the majority of skin cancer?
OSHA
Which agency requires that information about ingredients of cosmetic preparations be available to employees?
Egyptian
Which ancient culture was the first to cultivate beauty in an extravagant form?
Internal carotid artery
Which artery supplies blood to the brain, eyes, eyelids, forehead, nose, and internal ear?
Cocci
Which bacteria are transmitted in the air, in dust, or within the substance in which they settle?
Side swept
Which bang style is generally NOT designed for all hair lengths?
Muscular system
Which body system covers, shapes, and holds, the skeletal system in place?
Pineal gland
Which gland plays a major role in sexual development, sleep, and metabolism?
Waxing
Which hair removal method is appropriate for underarms?
Fine, straight hair
Which hair type generally hugs the head shape due to the lack of body or volume?
Curly, medium hair
Which hair type gives a soft, romantic look when left natural?
Haircutting shears
Which haircutting tool is mainly used to cut blunt or straight lines in hair?
Toe nail nipper
Which implement should you use to carefully remove a loose tag of dead skin around a toenail?
Hair cuticle
Which layer of hair consists of transparent, scale-like cells?
Hair cuticle
Which layer of hair provides a barrier that protects the inner structure of hair?
stratum germinativum
Which layer of the epidermis is also known as the basal cell layer?
Medulla
Which layer of the hair is sometimes absent from the hair?
Oil and cream
Which lighteners are considered on-the-scalp lighteners?
Effleurage
Which massage technique is used most often during a foot and leg massage?
Drying rack
Which method is recommended for drying a wig after cleaning?
Slide cutting
Which method of cutting or thinning hair involves the fingers and shears gliding along the edge of the hair to remove length?
Banding
Which method of hair involves twisting and rolling Colton thread along the surface of the skin?
Laser hair removal
Which method of hair removal requires the hair to be darker than the surrounding skin?
Photoepilation
Which method of hair removal uses intense light to destroy the growth cells of the hair follicles?
Slicing
Which method of highlighting involves taking narrow 1/8 inch sections of hair by making a straight part at the scalp, positioning the hair over the foil, and applying lightener or color?
Palm roll
Which method of locking is most gentle on the hair?
Double flat wrap
Which method of wrapping provides the most control over the hair ends?
Abductor digiti minimi
Which muscle separates the toes?
Pointed
Which nail shape is recommended for women with thin hands, long fingers, and narrow nail beds?
Sensory
Which nerve fibers react to heat, cold, touch, pressure, and pain?
Deep personal nerve
Which nerve of the lower leg and feet is also called the anterior tibial nerve?
Shampoo products
Which of following is the most widely purchased of all hair care products?
Patella
Which of the following bones forms the kneecap joint?
diabetes
Which of the following is NOT a common contagious disease that will prevent a salon from servicing a client?
Suggest that clients preform a search for your salon on Google.
Which of the following is NOT a method of utilizing Social media to promote your business?
Element
Which of the following is NOT a physical mixture?
loss of practical skills
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of failing to maintain a professional image?
Be informed about the merits of using generic store brands.
Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for getting the conversation started on retailing products?
Clips
Which of the following is NOT a semi-permanent way to attach a toupee?
Completely nonallergenic
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of the bonding technique for attaching hair extensions?
Taking on every task offered to you
Which of the following is NOT an effective way to manage your time?
Sun exposure
Which of the following is NOT an example of an intrinsic skin aging factor?
competitive attitude
Which of the following is NOT an important life skill for salon employees?
Copper
Which of the following is NOT an insulator?
Melanocytes
Which of the following is NOT found in the reticular layer?
Stem
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic parts of a thermal iron?
Balance
Which of the following is NOT one of the five basic elements of three-dimensional design?
Always remember that talking is the best relationship builder.
Which of the following is NOT one of the golden rules of communication?
Ammonia
Which of the following is a colorless gas with a pungent Oder composed of hydrogen and nitrogen?
Conjunctivitis
Which of the following is a common, extremely contagious bacterial infection of the eye?
Mask
Which of the following is a concentrated treatment product often composed of mineral clays, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, extracts, and other beneficial ingredients?
Microdermabrasion
Which of the following is a form of mechanical exfoliator that involves shooting aluminum oxide crystals at the skin?
Vitiligo
Which of the following is a hereditary condition that causes hypopigmentation spots on the skin?
Notching
Which of the following is a more aggressive version of point cutting that creates a chunkier effect?
Cyst
Which of the following is a primary lesion frequently seen in cases of severe acne?
Silicone
Which of the following is a special type of oil used in water-resistant lubricants for the skin?
Beveling
Which of the following is a technique that uses diagonal lines to create angles by cutting the ends with a slight increase or decrease in length ?
Ability of wood to burn
Which of the following is an example of a chemical property?
Usually
Which of the following is an example of a qualifying word?
Keloid
Which of the following is an example of a secondary skin lesion?
Pumice stone
Which of the following is an example of a single use item?
Orange brown
Which of the following is an example of a warm neutral color?
Do you have any physical disabilities?
Which of the following is an example of an inappropriate interview question?
Manicure table
Which of the following is an example of equipment?
Glycerin
Which of the following is an oily substance used as moisturizer in skin and body creams?
A stylish top
Which of the following is appropriate to wear at the salon?
Nail oil
Which of the following is designed to absorb into the nail plate?
Waxing
Which of the following is not a permanent form of hair removal?
Slenderize the jawline
Which of the following is one of the goals for a client with a triangular face?
Paraffin
Which of the following is petroleum by-product that has excellent sealing properties to hold moisture in the skin?
Chelating detergents
Which of the following is used to remove the residue of pedicure products from a foot spa?
Salon manager
Which of the following people does NOT get overtime pay for working more than 40 hours per week?
Nail dehydrator
Which of the following products should you apply first during a toenail polish application?
Three way buffer
Which of the following replaces the chamois and creates a beautiful shine on nails?
Cover letter
Which of the following should NOT be included in your employment portfolio?
Owner's resume
Which of the following should be included in the supporting documents section of a business plan?
anyone of any race can have straight or extremely curly hair
Which of the following statements is true?
Water
Which of the following substances is classified as a universal solvent?
Doorknobs and handles
Which of the following work surfaces should be disinfected daily?
Alkali
Which of the following, also called a base, is a compound that reacts with acids to form salts?
Risorius muscle
Which of the mouth draws the corner of the mouth out and back?
Nail drill
Which of these CANNOT be immersed in liquid disinfectant?
Hydroxide relaxer
Which of these is NOT a component of all exothermic waves?
Soaking them in disinfectant
Which of these is NOT a method of cleaning your tools or implements?
Oil glands of the skin
Which of these is NOT an endocrine glad?
Ethnicity
Which of these is NOT an example of an extrinsic skin aging factor?
Merge your personal and work lives
Which of these is NOT one of the action steps for success?
Tips only
Which of these is NOT one of the basic methods of compensation offered by salons?
Blue
Which of these is a cool color?
Always being considerate
Which of these is a professional behavior?
Orange
Which of these is a warm tone?
To save enough money to open your own salon
Which of these is an example of a long term goal?
Orange
Which of these is an example of a secondary color?
To complete a cosmetology course
Which of these is an example of a short term goal?
Manufacturer Educator
Which of these people does NOT work for a salon?
Always
Which of these words is an absolute?
Impetigo
Which of theses conditions is a contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions?
Cell membrane
Which part of a cell encloses the protoplasm and permits solvable substances or enter and leave the cell?
Reception area
Which part of a salon is considered the nerve center?
Artistic Director
Which person establishes the standard for a salon or manufacturer's image?
Yellow
Which primary color, when added to other colors, will make the color appear lighter and brighter?
Anaphoresis
Which process infuses an alkaline product into the tissues from the negative pole toward the positive pole?
Desincrustation
Which process is used to soften and emulsify oil deposits in hair follicles and treat acne conditions?
Nail primer
Which product is used to chemically bond the enhancement product to the natural nail?
What at-home products do you use?
Which question should you ask when analyzing a client's hair?
How would you rate the manageability of your hair on a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 is poor and 10 is excellent?
Which question should you ask when determining how the client feels about the manageability of his or her hair?
UVA rays
Which rays of the sun are known as aging rays?
Psoriasis
Which skin disease is caused by the skin cells turning over faster than normal?
Acne
Which skin disorder is characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands from retained secretions?
They use a finer blade than shears.
Which statement about razors is correct?
Rules establish specific standards of conduct.
Which statement about rules is correct?
the head is hydrophilic and the tail is lipophilic
Which statement about surfactant molecules is correct?
Japanese thermal straightening
Which straightening method combines use of a thio relaxer with a flat ironing?
Braid out set
Which style involves braiding the hair when either wet or dry and then opening the braid to create a crimped texture-on-texture effect with added volume?
Mousse
Which styling product is a whipped product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume?
Cutting palm to palm
Which technique is best to use when you need to maintain control of a subsection while cutting a vertical or diagonal cutting line?
3-D nail art
Which term describes any art that protrudes from the nail?
Cosmetology
Which term encompasses the broad ranger of specialty areas including hairstyling, nail technology and esthetics?
Dermatitis
Which term is broadly used to describe an inflammatory condition of the skin?
Wave pattern
Which term is used to describe the amount of movement in the hair strand
Disease
Which term refers to an abnormal condition of all or part of the body that makes it incapable of carrying on normal function?
Contact dermatitis
Which term refers to an inflammation of the skin caused by touching certain chemicals or substances?
Swatches
Which term refers to bundles of hair dyed to match particular hair color shades offered by a manufacturer?
onychomycosis
Which term refers to fungal infection of the natural nail plate?
Onychorrhexis
Which term refers to split or brittle nails with a series of lengthwise ridges caused by excessive chemicals, improper filing, or injury to the matrix?
effective communication
Which term refers to the act of successfully sharing information between two or more people so that the information is understood?
personal hygiene
Which term refers to the daily maintenance of cleanliness by practicing good healthful habits?
Efficacy
Which term refers to the effectiveness with which a disinfecting solution kills germs when used according to the label instructions?
infection
Which term refers to the invasion of body tissues by disease causing pathogens?
Polarity
Which term refers to the negative or positive pole of an electric current?
Nail clippers
Which tool is used to quickly and efficiently shorten the free edge?
UVB
Which type of UV light is most associated with sunburns?
Fine grit
Which type of abrasive is used for buffing nails?
Postpartum alopecia
Which type of alopecia describes temporary hair loss at the end of a pregnancy?
Streptococci
Which type of bacteria can cause strep throat or blood poisoning?
Powder blush
Which type of blush is NOT layered over and blended into the foundation?
Nail polish brush
Which type of brush does NOT have to be either cleaned and disinfected or disposed of after each use?
Boar bristle brush
Which type of brush is best for stimulating the scalp?
Small and soft
Which type of brush should you select when using the brush machine on a client's face?
Tesla high-frequency current
Which type of electrotherapy involves a thermal current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration, and is commonly used for scalp and facial treatments?
Very porous
Which type of hair accepts haircolor faster?
Yak
Which type of hair lends itself to adding fantasy colors?
Wavy, medium hair
Which type of hair offers the most versatility in styling?
Coarse, resistant hair
Which type of hair requires a highly alkaline chemical solution?
Permanent
Which type of haircolor is used to match, lighten, and color gray hair?
Transitional
Which type of lines are frequently used when texturizing a haircut, along with color placement and color blending?
Single
Which type of lines are used in the one-Length hairstyle?
Diagonal
Which type of lines are used to emphasize or minimize facial features?
Curved
Which type of lines are used to soften a design?
Horizontal
Which type of lines direct the eye from one side to the other?
Directional
Which type of lines have a definite forward or backward movement?
Vertical
Which type of lines make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower?
High frequency
Which type of machine uses a glass electrode filled with a gas, such as neon?
Friction
Which type of massage involves a deep rubbing movement where pressure is applied while moving over an under laying structure?
Effleurage
Which type of massage involves a succession of strokes in which the hands glide over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact?
Petrissage
Which type of massage involves kneading movement preformed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue?
Petrissage
Which type of massage involves lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue?
Effleurage
Which type of massage involves light, stroking movement applied with the fingers or palms in a slow, rhythmic manner?
Tapotement
Which type of massage involves short, quick tapping, slapping and hacking movements?
Magnesium (Mg)
Which type of metal is NOT commonly used to form ionic compounds in metal hydroxide relaxers?
Marbelizing
Which type of nail art involves swirling two or more colors together on the nail?
Side
Which type of parting is used to direct hair across the top of the head and helps develop height on top to make this hair appear fuller?
No stem curl
Which type of pin curl produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows minimum mobility?
Product containing emollients
Which type of product is appropriate for a dry scalp treatment?
Sodium hydroxide
Which type of relaxers are commonly called lye relaxers?
Half base
Which type of roller placement should you use to create medium volume?
Basic value priced operations
Which type of salons relies on a high volume of walk in traffic?
Strengthening
Which type of shampoo is designed to repair damaged and brittle hair?
Neutralizing
Which type of shampoo is used to help return the hair to the correct pH after a chemical interaction?
Hydrogen bond
Which type of side bond can be broken by water or heat?
Gel
Which type of styling product creates the strongest control for slicked or molded styles?
Hair spray
Which type of styling product is applied in the form of a mist to hold a style in position?
Volume based curls
Which type of thermal curls are placed very high on their base to provide maximum life?
Connective tissue
Which type of tissue supports, protects, and binds together parts of the body?
Endothermic
Which type of wave is activated by an outside heat source, such as a conventional hood type hair dryer?
Linen
Which type of wrap is made from a closely woven heavy material?
Fiberglass
Which type of wrap is made from a very thin synthetic mesh with a loose weave?
rounded or dull-edged
Which types of curettes are safe and appropriate for use by cosmetologists?
Semipermanent and temporary
Which types of haircolor are non oxidative?
Volt
Which unit measures the pressure or force that pushes electric current forward through a conductor?
Vitamin E
Which vitamin helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of sun's UV light?
Vitamin C
Which vitamin is vital in finding the aging process and promoting the production of collagen?
Distillation
Which water treatment process if often used in the manufacturing of cosmetics?
Curvature permanent wrap
Which wrapping pattern uses pie-shaped base sections?
Leukonychia spots
Whitish discoloration of the nails is a sign of which condition?
Charles Nessler
Who invented the machine that supplied electrical current to metal rods around which hair strands were wrapped during the waving process?
Charles Revson
Who marketed the first nail polish?
Foot and lower leg
With a spa pedicure, massage is performed on the:
Experience color fading
With exposure to light, a human hair wig will:
bricklay permanent wrap
With the _____, base sections are offset from each other row by row.
Bone
With the exception of the teeth, the hardest tissue in the body is:
Red
Within the visible light spectrum, what has the longest wavelength is:
Elasticity
Wrinkles around the eyes and jawline or sagging skin is result of the loss of the skin's:
Violet
Yellow blond hair can be corrected to a natural blond by adding what color filler?
You hear a clicking sound
You can tell that a monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancement is ready to be filed and shaped when you tap it with a brush handle and:
Bank account number
You do NOT need to bring which number with you to a job interview?
Deposit insurance
You do NOT need which type of insurance for your salon?
Varicose veins
You should NOT perform massage on a client with _____ without the written permission of a physician.
Your bare hands
You should NOT remove implants from a disinfectant container with:
Scalp abrasions
You should NOT shampoo a client's hair if which of the following is present?
Create a high shine on a natural nail when no polish will be worn
You should NOT use a medium grit abrasive to:
Clean fans and ventilation systems
You should ___ once a week.
Review the client's lifestyle.
You should ask your clients how much time they want to spend on their hair each day as part of which step of the 10-step consultation method?
Recipe cards
You should maintain _____ if you want to be able to reproduce customized nail enhancements that clients cannot get from anyone else.
One page
You should try to limit the length of your resume to:
Warm
You should use ___ water to rinse the shampoo out of client's hair.
Before and after every service.
You should wash your hands thoroughly:
Physical presentation
Your _____ involves your posture and the way you walk and move.
Stop the service
Your first step when an exposure incident occurs is to:
Enhance your facial features
Your makeup should:
creativity
___ is an unlimited inner resource of ideas and solutions.
self-esteem
___ is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your ability to achieve your goals.
Ringed hair
alternating bands of gray and pigmented hair throughout the length of the hair strand is called:
Peptide
amino acids are joined by __ bonds
Releases oxygen
an oxidizing agent:
Angle at which the hair is wrapped
base placement is determined by the:
Frontal bones
bone that forms the forehead is the:
sparingly in light outward circular motion
for wrinkled skin you should apply foundation:
Nail tips
pre molded nails shaped from tough polymer that are adhered to the natural nail to add length are called:
Circuit breaker
switch that automatically interrupts or shuts off an electric circuit at the first indication of overload is a(n):
Send the salon owner or manager a text message
when contacting salons to set up a visit you generally should NOT:
Fingers
when making the rolling movement with a thermal iron you should use your:
Use extra care at the hairline
when pressing short, fine hair you should:
Read the questions first
when questions include paragraphs to read and questions to answer, you should:
locate a salon that serves the type of clients you wish to serve
when searching for potential employers, you should:
3 months
with proper care, braided hair designs can last how long?
Older
A study suggests that bald men are perceived as:
Nasal
The ____ bones form the bridge of the nose.
Spiral shaped
A helix is:
Lacks moisture
Dehydrated skin:
7
Pure water has a pH of :