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Cosmetology

Subject : certifications
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. A nonoxidative process that uses large and small color molecules and allows the small color molecules to penetrate the cuticle and enter the cortex would be...






2. An overabundance of epithelial cells that accumulate on the scalp or fall to the shoulders is...






3. What should be dne if a client has an infectious disease or disorder of the scalp?






4. The temperature of the pressing comb can be tested by...






5. Fires in electrical circuits occur if...






6. Washing your hands is an example of...






7. Derm Means...






8. Which of the fallowing is vital in order to allow close management of products purchased for retailing in the salon?






9. Warts are the most common...






10. What should be followed for any cut that may occur during a manicure?






11. Drawing the head back - rotating the shoulder blades and controlling the swing of the arm are functions controlled by the latissimus dorsi and the...






12. Which of the fallowing conditions would prevent you from going ahead with a chemical relaxing service?






13. The cuticle is the...






14. A high alkaline shampoo used to remove residue and dirt build up is an example of this type of shampoo...






15. Which of the following is not a part of a muscle cell?






16. The lunula is the half-moon shape at the base of the nail that appears white due to a reflection of light at the point where the...






17. Fallowing a acrylic nail service - brushes should be cleaned...






18. In order to achieve the desired style and you client have in mind - begin with a good...






19. What is the most commonly used developer or oxidizing agent?






20. The pH measurement scale has which of the fallowing characteristics?






21. Which type of hair is the least difficult to press?






22. The power source used most often in a salon is a...






23. The six general cosmetic classifacations used in the cosmetology industry are...






24. Nail services must not be performed on clients with a nail...






25. What type of thermal iron will produce an S pattern?






26. What does a local shock do?






27. The projection used to create the arrangement of hair lengths that are the same throughout the head form is...






28. What protects the scalpand hairline from caustic chemicals?






29. Keeping your lower abdomen flat - your chin level and your head up are key parts in having...






30. These muscles extend across the front of the chest...






31. The main ingredient found in a booster is...






32. After applying the dehydrant and prior to applying the primer when doing a sculptured nail service - you should...






33. To keep the hair in optimal condition after a chemical hair relaxing service you should recommend that you client...






34. What quality is notable about the stratum corneum?






35. What maintains the acid balance of the hair and skin?






36. Toners are pastl color used...






37. The term texture character refers to the...






38. A soft pern curl loosens the texture of overly curly hair by...






39. An example of a subjective symptom would be...






40. A three-wire system safety device with a grounding wire...






41. To achieve maximum volume - which tool position should be used?






42. The lowermost part of the epidermis is the...






43. What are the two bones of th upper jaw?






44. What type of rinse is used after a color service to prevent the color from fading?






45. The Three major layers of the hair are the medulla - cortex and the...






46. A piece of equipment used to air form wet hair using brushes - combs and fingers to create temporary direction and texture changes is called a...






47. Nail growth originates from active tissue known as the matrix located in the...






48. A sodium hydroxide relaxer service should not be performed on...






49. The mixture of oil and sweat on the skin called...






50. Where should you apply the first bead of nail acrylic?