Maryland State Board Cosmetology Questions and Answers 100% Passed
All of the following supplies are recommended for a UV gel nail services EXCEPT: a. Bonding agent b. Lint-free cleaning wipesc. Medium grip abrasive d. Sable brush d. Sable brush
Which of the following determines the temperature setting of the iron?a. Length b. Pressedc. Textured. Thickness c. Texture
All of the following are benefits of a paraffin wax treatment EXCEPT: a. Opens poresb. Eases eczema c. Traps moisture in skin d. Increases blood circulation b. Eases eczema
Extended exposure to salon products without proper precautions can be effect all the following epithelial tissue EXCEPT: a. Skin b. Cartilage c. Mouth Lining d. Respiratory Organs b. Cartilage
Which of the following is the FIRST step in properly cleaning a foot bath tub? a. Drain and rinse with cold water b. Drain the water from a foot bath and remove ant visible debris c. Disinfect the surface with an EPA-registered hospital disinfectants d. Clean the surfaces of the footbath with soap or detergent, rinse with clean water, and drain b. Drain the water from a foot bath and remove ant visible debris
What do you do when a wax client has pubic lice? a. Have them seek medical attention b. Treat the area with anti-lice medication c. Complete the service normallyd. Shave area before waxing a. Have them seek medical attention
Understanding the effects of which of the following will help create any desired shaping?a. Angles b. Bevelingc. Elevation d. Line c. Elevation
Goggles should be worn during all of the following EXCEPT: a. Using phenol b. Sanitizing hands c. Mixing disinfection d. Use of ultraviolet rays b. Sanitizing hands
All of the following are reasons to preform a test strand EXCEPT: a. To determine the types of shampoo that is best for the hair b. To determine the correct processing time for the best curl development c. To identify the curl results for the rod since the wrapping techniques you use d. To see the results you can expect from the type of perm solution you select a. To determine the types of shampoo that is best for the hair
Which of the following should ALWAYS be done during a proper cross-checking?a. Cross-check in the front b. Cross-check using horizontal partings c. Cross-check against guidelines d. Cross-check opposite to partings d. Cross-check opposite to partings
Which of the following is the step immediately AFTER cleansing the skin for waxing?a. Antiseptic b. Draping c. Drying d. Dusting Powder c. Drying
Which haircut technique involves the tips of the scissors being pointed toward the hair ends rather than into them?a. Notching b. Slicing c. Slithering d. Texturizing a. Notching
Which step would be performed prior to applying a single-process color on virgin hair?a. Brushing hair b. Pre-lightening c. Pre-softening d. Parting dry hair d. Parting dry hair
When using relaxers incorrectly, which of the following could happen?a. The hair becomes coarse b. The hair becomes curly c. The hair changes color d. The hair melts d. The hair melts
All of the following are addressed by OSHA’s standards for products EXCEPT: a. Disposing b. Handelingc. Storing d. Using d. Using
Which company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers?a. Intertek Testing Services b. Underwriters Laboratories c. National Standards Institute d. General Electric Corporation b. Underwriters Laboratories
Which best describes the stimulation of pressure point on the feet?a. Reiki b. Aryuvedic c. Reflexology d. Tapotement c. Reflexology
In a relaxer, which of the following active ingredients has a 9.6 – 10.0 pH?a. Ammonium sulfite b. Ammonium thioglycolate c. Guanidine hydroxide d. Lithium hydroxide b. Ammonium thioglycolate
Which is the BEST recommendation for applying acrylic fingernail products?a. Work in the back room b. Work next to a window c. Work as quickly as possible d. Work at a well ventilated work table d. Work at a well ventilated work table
Which of the following terms BEST describe a procedure or a condition that may produce undesirable side effects during a scalp massage due to any medical issues a client mat have? a. Constrained b. Consultation c. Contradicting d. Contraindicated d. Contraindicated
All of the following have to be considered when using solid form techniques EXCEPT:a. Even linesb. Growth pattern c. Length d. Tension c. Length
All of the following products are needed in the application of a nail wrap EXCEPT:a. An accelerator b. Fabric c. A monomer d. Scissors c. A monomer
Filler are used for all of the following EXCEPT: a. Helping to hold the final color b. Producing uniform color c. Producing grey coverage d. Reconditioning damaged hair c. Producing grey coverage
For which purpose would the use of hospital grade disinfectants be appropriate? a. To remove color from the skin b. To clean manicure and pedicure files c. To clean blood and bodily fluids off surfaces d. To remove internal parasites c. To clean blood and bodily fluids off surfaces
Which is an example of a parasite? a. Mildew b. Scabies c. Tenea Barbae d. Tinea Capitis b. Scabies
Which of the following is used to make artificial eyelashes adhere, or stick to the natural lash line? a. Strip lashes b. Eye tabbing c. Band lashes d. Lash adhesive d. Lash adhesive
The stylist objective is to create the illusion of which facial shape? a. Oblong b. Oval c. Round d. Triangular b. Oval
In which of the following areas would vellus hair be found? a. Brows b. Cheeks c. Head d. Pubic area b. Cheeks
Which of the following equalize porosity? a. Decolorizers b. Fillers c. Presoftening agents d. Refreshers b. Fillers
All of the following steps are required before and after each client of the day EXCEPT: a. Disinfect area b. Wear gloves at all times c. Remove used implements d. Reset work disinfected tools b. Wear gloves at all times
All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT: a. Barbicide b. Fungicide c. Algaecide d. Germicide c. Algaecide
Which of the following types of hair removal uses a caustic alkali preparation? a. Depilatories b. Electrolysis c. Laser hair removal d. Photoepilation a. Depilatories
Which of the following result will a human hair wig have after burning it? a. Ball up b. Continuous flame c. Distinctive odor d. Extinguishing itself c. Distinctive odor
Which is the general outline of a hairstyle? a. Design b. Form c. Line d. Space b. Form
All of the following are massage manipulations EXCEPT a. Friction b. Effleurage c. Circulation d. Tapotement c. Circulation
All of the following are roles of the alkalizer EXCEPT a. Triggering peroxide b. Raising the cuticle c. Increasing penetration d. Making a physical change d. Making a physical change
What disinfectant is appropriate for stopping the take over of the host cell’s reproductive function? a. Alcohol b. Virucidal c. Bacterial d. Contaminated b. Virucidal
Which is recommended when applying makeup for a special occasion that will include a lot of photographs? a. Greasepaint b. Matte colors c. Cake makeup d. Pure red tones b. Matte colors
When performing a scalp analysis, which scalp condition would indicate that a chemical services should NOT be performed? a. Oily scalp b. Dry scalp c. Scalp is tight d. Scalp abrasions d. Scalp abrasions
All of the following guidelines should be kept in mind prior to a color correction service EXCEPT: a. Exact results are guaranteed b. Always strand test for accuracy c. Determine what caused this problem d. Be calm and take it one step at a time a. Exact results are guaranteed
All of the following are safety tips for the use of thermal styling irons EXCEPT: a. Celluloid combs are flammable b. Overheating irons can cause damage c. Holding the iron firmly ensures even curls d. Always test the temperature of irons on tissue paper c. Holding the iron firmly ensures even curls
Which type of scalp treatment should be used if there is a deficiency of natural oils on the scalp and hair? a. Anti-dandruff treatment b. Dry hair and scalp treatment c. Normal hair and scalp treatment d. Oily hair and scalp treatment b. Dry hair and scalp treatment
Which of the following BEST describes reflective listening? a. Listening to the opinion of the manager b. Listening to the conversation of another coworker c. Listening to your client then doing what you think is best d. Listening to your client and repeating what you think was said d. Listening to your client and repeating what you think was said
Which product would you use to prevent polish from staining the nail bed? a. Acetone b. Astringent c. Base coat d. Isopropyl alcohol c. Base coat
Which of the following procedures must be done FIRST for a shampoo service? a. Drape the client b. Saturate the hair c. Brush hair thoroughly d. Check scalp for abrasions a. Drape the client
All of the following purposes of having an MSDS available apply EXCEPT: a. The knowledge of safety in handling supplies b. To have quick access to medical and first aid information c. Knowing what supplies are in stock d. To keep from being fined c. Knowing what supplies are in stock
All of the following are important facts needed on a client card EXCEPT: a. Hair condition b. Home hair care product c. Natural hair color d. Medications b. Home hair care product
Which of the following density and texture combination would create the most volume in a hair style? a. Thick-medium hair b. Thick-coarse hair c. Medium-fine hair d. Think-fine hair b. Thick-coarse hair
In which phase of hair growth is new hair produced? a. Anagen b. Catagen c. Collagen d. Telogen a. Anagen
Which of the following would you use for dramatically lighter hair color? a. Oxidizers b. Prelightening c. Retouch d. Single-process b. Prelightening
Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood exposure incident? a. Stop the service b. Put on gloves to protect yourself c. Clean the injured area with an antiseptic wipe d. Stop the bleeding by applying pressure to the area with clean gauze a. Stop the service
Which of the following applies to wig care? a. Color-treated shampoo b. Removes excess moisture c. Round brush styling d. Sulfur-based shampoo a. Color-treated shampoo
Which of the following BEST describes the substance in conditioners that absorb moisture or promotes the retention of moisture? a. Proteins b. Silicones c. Surfactants d. Humectants d. Humectants
Hirsutism, a form of terminal hair growth, is characterized by which of the following? a. Round and curly hair that tends to be more oval b. Short, fine, unpigmented, and downy hair that appears on the body c. Fine texture, with many individual strands winding together to form coiled locks d. Long, coarse, pigmented hair found on the scalp, legs, arms, and bodies of males and females d. Long, coarse, pigmented hair found on the scalp, legs, arms, and bodies of males and females
Light therapy, the application of light rays to the skin, is used for all the following EXCEPT: a. Hair removal b. To decrease circulation c. Changing pigmentation d. Eliminating some wrinkles b. To decrease circulation
All of the following contribute to hair loss EXCEPT a. Pregnancy b. Hypothyroidism c. Minoxidil therapy d. Nutritional deficiency c. Minoxidil therapy
Which of the following is the Decontamination Method 2 for blood and other infectious materials on item? a. Cleaning then sterilizing b. Putting antiseptics on your skin or washing with soap and water c. Washing with soap and after, then scrubbing them with a brush d. Cleaning and then disinfecting with an appropriate EPA-registered disinfectant a. Cleaning then sterilizing
Which of the following type of UV lamps are the most common for nails? a. Sun lamp b. Table lamp c. 9 watt lamp d. 2 watt lamp c. 9 watt lamp
A non-chemical drape is appropriate for all of the following EXCEPT: a. Scalp treatment b. Haircut and style c. High-frequency treatment d. Shampooing and conditioning d. Shampooing and conditioning
Which of the following helps soften tissues, making it more accepting of moisturizers and other treatment products? a. Brushing machine b. Clay-based mask c. Facial steamer d. Treatment cream c. Facial steamer
Which is the FIRST step if you get blood or other potentially infectious materials in your eyes, nose, mouth, or on broken skin? a. Use skin disinfectant b. Clean wound with soap and water c. Seek immediate medical attention d. Immediately flood the exposed area with water d. Immediately flood the exposed area with water
Which of the following is the BEST to consult when in doubt about how to use a product? a. Manufacturer’s instructions b. MSDS c. The CDC website d. A colleague in your shop a. Manufacturer’s instructions
Which of the following are the qualifications to be an EPA approved disinfectant? a. Has been proven effective against Staphylococcus b. A disinfectant, fungicide that is safe for daily use c. Has to be clearly stated product is a hospital sterilizer d. A virucide, fungicide, bactericide, and disinfectant d. A virucide, fungicide, bactericide, and disinfectant
Which of the following is TRUE about a product’s EPA registration? a. It explains the EPA grade level b. It gives instructions how to dispose of product c. It is against Federal law to use the product contrary to label d. It lets the user know where it’s manufactured c. It is against Federal law to use the product contrary to label
Which is the BEST thing to do FIRST in the event of a minor burn? a. Wrap it with gauze b. Apply burn ointment c. Immerse in cold water d. Seek medical attention c. Immerse in cold water
Which of the following should be used to treat an allergy of the skin? a. Antiseptic b. Isopropyl alcohol c. Lotions d. Soap and water c. Lotions
Which is the highest level of decontamination used for implements in salons? a. EPA disinfectants b. Formaldehyde c. Sanitizing d. Sterilization d. Sterilization
Which artificial nail products are made from Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene? a. Adhesives b. Dehydrators c. Monomers d. Nail tips d. Nail tips
Which of the following BEST describes the number of individual hair strands on a 1 square inch of scalp? a. Density b. Elasticity c. Porosity d. Texture a. Density
Which of the following is MOST recommended for use by a new cutter to remove excess bulk? a. Chunking shears b. Thinning shears c. Texturizing shears d. Swivel shears b. Thinning shears
Which of the following determines the size of the curl in permanent weaving? a. Base placement b. Neutralizer c. Perm rod d. Permanent wave solution c. Perm rod
All of the following are vegetable parasite EXCEPT: a. Mildew b. Mold c. Staph d. Yeast c. Staph
All of the following are essential nutrients to maintain healthy skin EXCEPT a. Fats b. Water c. Minerals d. Vegetables d. Vegetables
Which is a place used for storing disinfected tools and implements in the salon? a. Utility cart b. Covered container c. Laundry facility d. Back bar b. Covered container
When using a chemical relaxer, which of the following must you avoid using? a. Permanent color b. Demipermanent color c. Semipermanent color d. Bleaches or high-lift color products d. Bleaches or high-lift color products
Which of the following chemicals are released as soon as hydrogen peroxide is mixed into a hair lightener formula? a. Carbon b. Hydrogen c. Nitrogen d. Oxygen b. Hydrogen
Which of the following is used to remove bonded wefts from the hair? a. Conditioner b. Hair spray c. Oil d. Shampoo c. Oil
If hair extensions are required because of a thinning hairline, how many strands of hair is BEST to add? a. 2 to 4 b. 3 to 15 c. 5 to 10 d. 12 to 15 c. 5 to 10
Which is the appropriate treatment for eye irritation? a. Flush eye with plenty of clean water b. Rub the eye gently to remove irritant c. Use warm, moist compression d. Apply eye ointment a. Flush eye with plenty of clean water
Which of the following is a hair stream growth pattern? a. Hair flowing in all directions b. A tuft of hair that stands straight up c. Hair flowing in the same direction d. Hair that forms in a circular pattern c. Hair flowing in the same direction
Which of the following are sewn to elastic strips in a circular pattern to fit the head shape? a. Hair pieces b. Remi hair c. Toupee d. Wefts d. Wefts
In which of the following areas would you start a relaxer retouch application? a. Always at the nape b. Area most resistant c. Area with the most new growth d. The thinnest area b. Area most resistant
Which of the following can be done to speed up the removal of acrylic enhancements? a. Heat acetone in the microwave b. Remove softened product with nippers c. Place acetone bowl inside bowl of hot water d. Have client file down product before appointment c. Place acetone bowl inside bowl of hot water
All of the following are determined by a strand test in a color service EXCEPT? a. Reaction to color formula b. Allergies to color product c. How much color to use for service d. How long formula should be left on hair c. How much color to use for service
When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down which of the following? a. Disulfide bonds b. Keratin proteins c. Peptide bonds d. pH balance a. Disulfide bonds
The MOST important factors to consider in a hair analysis include all of the following EXCEPT: a. Density b. Texture c. Porosity d. Growth pattern d. Growth pattern
Which of the following should be completed before every waxing service to ensure that the client has a thorough understanding of the procedure? a. Intake form b. Release form c. Client consultation d. Health screening form b. Release form
Which of the following is a sterilizer approved for salon use? a. Ozone steamer b. UV light c. Autoclave d. Quaternary ammonium c. Autoclave
Which system of the body gives us our natural protective covering? a. Excretory system b. Endocrine system c. Reproductive system d. Integumentary system d. Integumentary system
All of the following are considered corrective facial skin conditions EXCEPT: a. Comedones b. Dryness c. Oiliness d. Skin tone d. Skin tone
What MUST a new client do before their first service is performed? a. Pay for service b. Schedule next appointment c. Complete a consultation card d. Fill out an emergency contact card c. Complete a consultation card
Which of the following is the main ingredient in traditional waving lotion? a. Silicone b. Humectant c. Aloe d. Karaya gum d. Karaya gum
Alkaline waves are recommended for all of the following hair types EXCEPT: a. Coarse b. Fine c. Resistant d. Thick b. Fine
How often should capes and linens be laundered? a. Once daily b. Weekly c. After each used d. When visibly soiled c. After each used
Which is the proper way to wash hands? a. Run water until hot over hands b. Rinse, lather, dry c. Wet, lather, scrub, rinse, dry d. Apply lotion, scrub 20 seconds, rinse, dry c. Wet, lather, scrub, rinse, dry
Which is the FIRST step in disinfecting implements? a. Place in bleach solution b. Put clutter away c. Place in dry rea d. Scrub with soap and water d. Scrub with soap and water
When analyzing the hair before a chemical relaxer, it’s necessary to reevaluate the hair for all of the following EXCEPT a. Color b. Elasticity c. Porosity d. Texture a. Color
Which of the following types of hair removal uses an entwining method to lift hair from the follicle? a. Depilatories b. Photoepilation c. Sugaring d. Threading d. Threading
All of the following are fundamental colors EXCEPT a. Blue b. Green c. Red d. Yellow b. Green
All of the following parts form the natural nail unit EXCEPT a. Nail folds b. Leukonychia c. Hyponychium d. Specialized ligaments b. Leukonychia
A cosmetologist’s license must be displayed where?a. In full view of the public b. In the back room c. Does not need to be displayedd. Does not need to have a. In full view of the public
How many apprentices can one senior cosmetologist have at a time?a. 3b. 2c. 1d. none c. 1
How many hours a week must an apprentice train at a minimum? a. 10b. 20c. 30d. 40 b. 20
To pass the examinations given by the board you must score a _ % on both the theory and the practical? a. 100% b. 75%c. 80%d. 70% b. 75% How much does it cost to renew your cosmetologist license? a. $50b. $75c. $25d. $20 c. $25 What is the fine for operating without a valid license? a. $50b. $100c. $200d. $300 d. $300 What is the fine for poor lighting, heating, or ventilation?a. $20b. $25c. $30d. $50 d. $50 What is the fine for using a neck duster, powder puff on more than one client? a. $50 b. $100c. $150 d. $200 b. $100 What is the penalty for operating or performing a services on a client with an infectious or contagious disease? a. $500b. $400c. $1000d. Formal hearing d. Formal hearing Failure to wash implements before disinfection results in what for the beauty salon?a. nothing b. formal hearing c. $300 fined. $150 fine d. $150 fine Presence of rodents or insects in the salon results in a fine of . a. $100b. $25c. $50d. $150 c. $50
What is the salons fine if an employee doesn’t wash their hands before each client? a. nothing b. $50c. $100d. $200 b. $50
If the school or salon is used for living or sleeping the fine would be what? a. $50 b. $100c. $150d. $200 b. $100
What is the fine for an unsanitary restroom in a salon or school?a. $50b. $100c. $150d. $200 a. $50
Placing pins or clips in the mouth would result in the fine of what?a. $50b. $100c. $75d. $25 a. $50
Failure to sharpen lip or eyebrow pencil after each use would be a fine.a. $25b. $50c. $100d. formal hearing c. $100 If hair removal wax is used on more than one person the penalty would be __? a. formal hearingb. $100c. $200d. $300 d. $300
If you operate and preform services while sick with an infectious disease what would be the penalty?a. formal hearingb. $150 fine c. $300 fine d. $500 fine a. formal hearing
If you sell used hairpins the penalty would be what? a. formal hearing b. $300 fine c. $500 fine d. nothing, that’s allowed b. $300 fine
If you interfere with the inspection of the school or salon what will happen to you?a. license taken away b. $500 finec. $100 fine d. formal hearing d. formal hearing
How often should capes and linens be laundered? a. Once dailyb. Weeklyc. After each use d. When visibly soiled c. After each use
A fold of the skin overlapping both of the sides of the nail, may extend as far as the first knuckle c) Eponychium [object Object] c) Eponychium
The area from the nail root to the free edge, contains no blood vessels/nerves “d) Both A and C
( nail plate and nail body)” [object Object] d) Both A and C
Onychophagy a) Bitten Nails [object Object] a) Bitten Nails
The technical term for bitten nails d) Onychophagy [object Object] d) Onychophagy
Improper trimming of the toe nails may result in d) Onychocryptosis [object Object] d) Onychocryptosis
High quality brushes used to fashion acrylic nails usually made of c) Sable [object Object] c) Sable
Which governmental agency mandates the use of a P.D test prior to using aniline test c) FDA [object Object] c) FDA
Which governmental agency regulates cosmetics in the United States b) FDA [object Object] b) FDA
Which agency regulates & approves the efficacy of the products used for the infection control a) EPA [object Object] a) EPA
Which governmental agency enforces health and safety standards in the workplace d) OSHA [object Object] d) OSHA
“”” Fallen Hair is” d) Non- Remy [object Object] d) Non- Remy
The point where the nail enters the skin at the base of nail is referred to as a) Eponychium [object Object] a) Eponychium
The tissue beneath the free edge of the nail (distal edge) is known as the b) Hyponychium [object Object] b) Hyponychium
Pterygium refers to a) Forward growth of the cuticle [object Object] a) Forward growth of the cuticle
If a finger nail is lost/ removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back b) 3-6 months [object Object] b) 3-6 months
if lost, growth of new nail plate/ body will take approximately how long c) 3-6 months [object Object] c) 3-6 months
The root and the matrix are located in this pocket like section of the nail a) Mantle [object Object] a) Mantle
Once destroyed which part of the nail will not grow again a) Matrix [object Object] a) Matrix
On which part does your little finger rest b) Tang [object Object] b) Tang
The living cells of the hair are found b) In the hair bulb [object Object] b) In the hair bulb
It is recommend that you cut extremely curly hair b) Dry [object Object] b) Dry
It is recommended that you cut kinky curly hair c) Dry after straightening [object Object] c) Dry after straightening
When cutting extremely curly hair, it is best to avoid which of following implements c) Razors [object Object] c) Razors
When cutting a cowlick d) No tension [object Object] d) No tension
These hair-cutting lines are of weight and stability d) Horizontal [object Object] d) Horizontal
These hair-cutting lines are used to create a sense/illusion of weight b) Diagonal [object Object] b) Diagonal
In hair cutting, elevation is used to create c) Layers [object Object] c) Layers
“In the “”shears over the comb”” technique the more angled the comb” b) The shorter the hair [object Object] b) The shorter the hair
“In the “”shears over comb”” technique , the less angled the comb” a) The longer the hair [object Object] a) The longer the hair
“In the “”shears over comb”” technique, holding the comb flat against the head will” a) Make the hair longer [object Object] a) Make the hair longer
The most commonly used elevations in hair cutting b) 45 degree and 90 degree [object Object] b) 45 degree and 90 degree
An angle below 90 degree, is used primarily to b) Build weight [object Object] b) Build weight
Angles above 90 degrees are used to a) Remove weight [object Object] a) Remove weight
“A “”Blunt Cut”” is sometimes referred to as” d) all of the above [object Object] d) all of the above
“Which of the following is correct with “”double-notched”” thinning/tapering shears” d) Both blades are serrated [object Object] d) Both blades are serrated
A blunt cut is a good technique for use with __ hair b) Fine hair [object Object] b) Fine hair
“Using “”double-notched”” shears will have which of the following effects” b) Remove less hair than single-notched [object Object] b) Remove less hair than single-notched
A uniformed layered cut ( same length throughout ) is cut c) 90 [object Object] c) 90
A haircut using a 0 degree/angles is referred to as all of the following except a) wedge [object Object] a) wedge
Your client wants longer layers in a graduated cut, what angles/ degrees would you use b) A combination of 45 and 90 degrees [object Object] b) A combination of 45 and 90 degrees
Which angle/ degree would create the longest possible layers in a client’s haircut d) 180 degrees [object Object] d) 180 degrees
Which angles/degrees would provide the most movement d) 180 degrees [object Object] d) 180 degrees
Type of guideline used in blunt cutting, or to create a gradual increase in length b) stationary [object Object] b) stationary
A light stroking movement, applied with either the hand or the finger tip is called b) effleurage [object Object] b) effleurage
A medium pressure, kneading or rolling is called d) Petrissage [object Object] d) Petrissage
A gentle tapping motion using the finger tips and moving quickly across the face c) Tapotement [object Object] c) Tapotement
Galvanic current will produce what effect on the skin “d) Both a and b
(a. mechnical/b.chemical)” [object Object] d) Both a and b
Positive Galvanic current will have what effect on the skin a) Acidity [object Object] a) Acidity
Negative Galvanic current would have what effect on the skin d) Alkaline [object Object] d) Alkaline
Another name for Tesla (High frequency) current is b) Violet Ray [object Object] b) Violet Ray
You have lightened your clients hair from a Level 3 to a Level 6, what is the underlying exposed warm pigment an what is the correct Toner to create a neutral result a) Orange/blue [object Object] a) Orange/blue
You have lightened your client’s hair Level 5 to a Level 9, what is the underlying exposed warm pigment and what is the correct Toner to create a neutral result b) Yellow/ Violet [object Object] b) Yellow/ Violet
You have lightened your client’s from a Level 5 to a Level 9, you then apply a blue based Toner, what is the result: a) Green [object Object] a) Green
When giving a facial massage, the correct order of movement is c) From bottom to top [object Object] c) From bottom to top
This is the least common skin type c) Normal [object Object] c) Normal
the amount or number of hairs on a persons head, per square inch, is referred to as c) density [object Object] c) density
The most commonly used current in the salon is a) Galvanic [object Object] a) Galvanic
“Another term or expression meaning to “”close the pores”” is” b) Contract the pores or tissues [object Object] b) Contract the pores or tissues
What effect will acids tend to have on the pores b) Close or contract them [object Object] b) Close or contract them
Astringents are generally used to b) Contract the pores or tissues [object Object] b) Contract the pores or tissues
Astringents are usually d) acid [object Object] d) acid
Styptics are astringents that are used to stop bleeding because they b) Contract the pores or tissues [object Object] b) Contract the pores or tissues
A neutralizer has which of the following actions on the hair a) Re-bond the hair into a new shape [object Object] a) Re-bond the hair into a new shape
Porosity refers to c) The hair’s ability to absorb moisture [object Object] c) The hair’s ability to absorb moisture
The pH scale, is a system designed to measure d) Alkalinity and Acidity [object Object] d) Alkalinity and Acidity
The unit of measurement for electrical current is known as a) Watt [object Object] a) Watt
The most common bacteria , produces diseases such as a tetanus/lockjaw and typhoid fever b) Bacilli [object Object] b) Bacilli
The red dermal light is used to treat b) Dry Skin [object Object] b) Dry Skin
The blue dermal light is used to treat a) oily skin [object Object] a) oily skin
The white dermal light is used to treat c) Normal skin [object Object] c) Normal skin
Which of the following light is also referred to as a combination light a) White light [object Object] a) White light
A material that allows or enhances the passage of electrical current through it is called a) A conductor [object Object] a) A conductor
Astringents usually have a pH that is d) acid [object Object] d) acid
A material which prohibits the passage of electricity is b) an insulator [object Object] b) an insulator
All of the following are good examples of insulators except a) H2O [object Object] a) H2O
Wood, rubber and glass are all examples of c) Insulators [object Object] c) Insulators
Silk is an excellent c) Insulators [object Object] c) Insulators
Hair texture refers to c) Diameter [object Object] c) Diameter
When using a hot iron, curling the hair from the ends towards the scalp is referred to b)Croquignole [object Object] b)Croquignole
When using a hot iron, curling the hair a) Spiral [object Object] a) Spiral
in a roller set, a permanent wave, or with a curling iron, croquignole is winding b) from ends to scalp [object Object] b) from ends to scalp
On base curls, whether achieved with a roller set or a hot tool, will result in d) maximum volume [object Object] d) maximum volume
Half off-base, or half stem; effectively means the same thing and will result in b) medium volume [object Object] b) medium volume
Full stem (pin-curls) or off base (rollers), achieve the same result a) The least volume/ lift [object Object] a) The least volume/ lift
If your client wants wavy hair with maximum lift, you would do which of the following c) Large rollers; on base [object Object] c) Large rollers; on base
Which type of roller placement would create maximum volume in a hairstyle b) Over direct [object Object] b) Over direct
Why does the clever stylist place a plastic comb between the hot iron and the scalp b) Avoid burning the client’s scalp [object Object] b) Avoid burning the client’s scalp
What may happen if an extremely hot iron is applied to white/grey/light blonde hair c) Hair may scorch and discolor [object Object] c) Hair may scorch and discolor
When pressing hair, if the hair is smoking d) Use less pressing oil [object Object] d) Use less pressing oil
Verruca b) wart [object Object] b) wart
On which type of skin would a facial be ill-advised d) skin with lesions [object Object] d) skin with lesions
Any product with a pH below 7, is considered d) Acid [object Object] d) Acid
Neutralizers, stabilizers and fixatives, tend to fall where on the pH scale c) below 7 [object Object] c) below 7
Cornrow braiding is most similar to d) Visible 3, strand, French braiding [object Object] d) Visible 3, strand, French braiding
Pediculosis b) lice [object Object] b) lice
Scabies is also referred to as b) itch mite [object Object] b) itch mite
The bodies ability to fight off infection and disease is referred to as a) immunity [object Object] a) immunity
“The “”Integumentary System”” refers to as” c) the skin and its accessory [object Object] c) the skin and its accessory
An atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge d) Ion [object Object] d) Ion
The concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution, suspensions or emulsion is called a) pH [object Object] a) pH
Beveling is a hair cutting technique use to create a) Fullness by cutting the ends at a slight taper [object Object] a) Fullness by cutting the ends at a slight taper
There are how many bones in the palm of your hand (metacarpus) b) five [object Object] b) five
How many bones are found in the carpus/wrist d) eight [object Object] d) eight
Pidiculosis capitis is a) Head Lice [object Object] a) Head Lice
In hair cutting, graduation means a) Shorter exterior length, longer interior length [object Object] a) Shorter exterior length, longer interior length
A substances which dissolves another substances, with no change in its own composition d) Solvent [object Object] d) Solvent