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Cosmetology

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1. A skin patch test is not required for...
The HIV Virus
Skin tumors
The same as the length of the roller
Temporary color procedures

2. The power source used most often in a salon is a...
Complementary colors
Generator
Hardens tissues - closing pores after a facial treatment
Requires a wall receptacle containing 3 holes.

3. To achieve maximum volume - which tool position should be used?
Measures how hard the electrons are being forced or pushed by a source.
Human Hepatitis B
Reception area
On base

4. A skin patch test must be done at least how many hours before the actual procedure that requires thepredisposition test?
24
Pectoralis Major & Pectoralis Minor
Elasticity
Acid-balanced

5. Hue is another term for...
Color
Nonporous surfaces
Hydrogen Peroxide
Pilica Polonica

6. If a client has a skin diseases - the cosmetologist should...
Circuit breaker
Refer the client to a physician
The HIV Virus
Antibacterial Soap

7. 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...
Communicable diseases
Semi-permanent coloring
Refer the client to a physician
Pilica Polonica

8. To achieve the desired curl formation - hair should wrap around the rod at least how many times?
Break disulfide bonds
Antibacterial soap
2 1/2 times
The acid mantle

9. Which layer is the top - or uppermost - layer of the epidermis?
Dandruff
Hardens tissues - closing pores after a facial treatment
Stratum corneum
Veins

10. Equal mixtures of inorganic and organic substances that do not dissolve in water and are sifted and perfumed are called...
Skin
Red hair
Density
Powders

11. Which of the fallowing will help a Stylist determine the proper perm solution for a client?
Incandescent light
The texture - elasticity and porosity of the clients hair
Be written in a short and concise manner
4.5 to 5.5

12. What organ controls all body functions?
Dandruff
Mantle
8.0 to 9.5
Brain

13. Hair additions are an appropriate choice for clients who want to add length - density - texture and /or...
Slightly acid
Sanitation
Color
No stem

14. An equal mixture of red and yellow creates what color?
Reception area
Applying pressure with gauze and a gloved hand
Orange
Vibration

15. In order to achieve the desired style and you client have in mind - begin with a good...
Incandescent light
Haircut
Immersion
Hair that has been pre-lightened (bleached)

16. The six general cosmetic classifacations used in the cosmetology industry are...
8.0 to 9.5
Slightly acid
Peptide bonds
Based on how well a substance combines with another

17. To keep the hair in optimal condition after a chemical hair relaxing service you should recommend that you client...
Fluorescent
Return the the salon for conditioning treatments
Change furnace filters regularly
Powders

18. Which of the following terms defines the art and science of beauty care?
Powders
Reception area
Cosmetology
On pre-lightened hair

19. A resume should describe your attributes and...
Complementary colors
Cuticle
Base Control
Be written in a short and concise manner

20. What maintains the acid balance of the hair and skin?
Powders
Form
Public Hygiene
The Acid Mantle

21. Fires in electrical circuits occur if...
Strip the skin of it's acid mantle
Refer the client to a physician
Too many appliances use the same wall socket and overload the circuit.
Lunula

22. An overabundance of epithelial cells that accumulate on the scalp or fall to the shoulders is...
Dandruff
Inventory control system
Strip the skin of it's acid mantle
6

23. If you cut the hair in a forward head position with the client's neck stretched - when the head is returned to an upright position what effect is achieved?
Fluorescent
Using a thioglycolate-based product
Resealable plastic bag inside a waste can liner for disposal
Under-bevel

24. What is the whitened - half-moon shaped area at the base of the nail?
Not rinsed out
Lunula
2/3 mineral matter
On base

25. What form of matter is hair?
Medium
Solid
Fever Blisters
Hydrogen Peroxide

26. Health Hazards such as impure air and the inproper storage and use of food fall under the category of...
Public Hygiene
Cause cosmetologist to be insecure about their abilities
Based on how well a substance combines with another
Human Hepatitis B

27. A three-wire system safety device with a grounding wire...
Small diameter rods
Requires a wall receptacle containing 3 holes.
Color
It is the toughest layer of the skin

28. In order to maintain fresh air in a salon - it is important to...
Record cards
Closed circle
Pectoralis Major & Pectoralis Minor
Change furnace filters regularly

29. Derm Means...
Hair that has been pre-lightened (bleached)
Stratum Lucidum
It is the toughest layer of the skin
Skin

30. The shape and location of hair loss is referredbto as...
Pattern
Mantle
Assets
4.5 to 5.5

31. Which of the fallowing describes voltage?
Immersion
Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen Peroxide
Measures how hard the electrons are being forced or pushed by a source.

32. Which type of hair is the least difficult to press?
Skin
Medium
Color
Cortex

33. The common cold - hepatitis and measles are examples of...
Complementary colors
Size of the circle
Communicable diseases
Refer the client to a physician

34. Drawing the head back - rotating the shoulder blades and controlling the swing of the arm are functions controlled by the latissimus dorsi and the...
Square
Cause cosmetologist to be insecure about their abilities
Sanitation
Trapezius

35. Hair grows from a tube-like 'pocket' called a root sheath or a/an...
A mild form of ammonium thioglycolate
Follicle
Pilica Polonica
Blow dryer

36. The purposeof a waving lotion is to...
4.5 to 5.5
Slightly acid
Break disulfide bonds
Disease and medication

37. You should wash and sanitize hands with a liquid...
Public Hygiene
Antibacterial soap
Fluorescent
Good posture

38. The ability of hair to stretch and then return to its natural shape without breaking is refered to as...
Elasticity
Mantle
Using a thioglycolate-based product
Be written in a short and concise manner

39. Healthy skin's pH level of 4.5 to 5.5 is...
Acid balance of the hair and skin should be maintained at the 4.5 to 5.5 range level
Elasticity
Slightly acid
In a brush cleaner

40. After applying the dehydrant and prior to applying the primer when doing a sculptured nail service - you should...
Avoid touching the nail
1 level lighter
Closed circle
No stem

41. Weekly rinses are applied and...
Loose and pliable overlapping skin around the nail
Not rinsed out
Communicable diseases
All

42. Which light generally makes the hair appear warmer than it actually is?
Circuit breaker
2 1/2 times
Loose and pliable overlapping skin around the nail
Incandescent light

43. A high alkaline shampoo used to remove residue and dirt build up is an example of this type of shampoo...
Trapezius
Clarifying
Elasticity
Color

44. The main ingredient found in a booster is...
Axon
Cortex
Keratin
A mild form of ammonium thioglycolate

45. Fallowing a acrylic nail service - brushes should be cleaned...
Left & Right Atrium
Cuticle
In a brush cleaner
Electricity

46. Dispose of any material coming in contact with blood or body fluids in a...
Keratin
Resealable plastic bag inside a waste can liner for disposal
Skin tumors
Human Hepatitis B

47. Keeping your lower abdomen flat - your chin level and your head up are key parts in having...
Strip the skin of it's acid mantle
Good posture
Fluorescent
Cuticle

48. The circular motion used to massage the finger is called what type of movement
Circuit breaker
Joint
Color
Passes through a small part of the body

49. What quality is notable about the stratum corneum?
It is the toughest layer of the skin
Acid balance of the hair and skin should be maintained at the 4.5 to 5.5 range level
Wigs
Disease

50. Your finger bowls should contain warm water and...
Skin tumors
Antibacterial Soap
Hydrogen Peroxide
Supplying stypic powder os spray and dressing to injury.

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