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Cosmetology

Subject : certifications
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. The Three major layers of the hair are the medulla - cortex and the...






2. What determines the width and strength of the wave?






3. What do ordinary soaps do?

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4. Alkaline waves carry a pH of...






5. Permanent hair removal requires the use of...






6. What is a technique used to push back the shorter lengths of hair toward the base to create a cushion and add volume to the hairatyle?






7. The soles of the feet and the palms of the hand are the only places where which layer is found?






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






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






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






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






12. The integumentary system is made up of...

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13. Which light generally makes the hair appear warmer than it actually is?






14. Your arms shake as you touch the client with the fingertips or palms in this type of message...






15. Applying pressure to motor points will have which of the fallowing effects?






16. A term applied to matting of the hair is...






17. Bone is the hardest structure in the body and is composed of 1/3 organic matter and...






18. What will produce a small and strong pincurl?






19. Strong disulfide bonds are found in the which layer of the hair?






20. Healthy skin's pH level of 4.5 to 5.5 is...






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






22. A bleeding wound should be treated by...






23. What adds a refreshing - stimulating feeling to the scalp and may have mild antiseptic properties?






24. In a well-organized salon the client should be greeted in the...






25. The physical phase of a chemical relaxing treatment includes; smoothing the hair - rinsing the product from the hair and applying...






26. If appliances are causing more current to flow than what the circuit is designed for - a problem called what could occur?






27. The purposeof a waving lotion is to...






28. You should wash and sanitize hands with a liquid...






29. Weekly rinses are applied and...






30. Health Hazards such as impure air and the inproper storage and use of food fall under the category of...






31. What protects the scalpand hairline from caustic chemicals?






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






33. 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?






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






35. What organ controls all body functions?






36. What part of a curl is the hair that is positioned around the roller?






37. Equal mixtures of inorganic and organic substances that do not dissolve in water and are sifted and perfumed are called...






38. The outer covering of the hair fiber is called the...






39. The ability of hair to stretch and then return to its natural shape without breaking is refered to as...






40. Which vessels are dark in color because they carry oxygeen-poor blood?






41. What may affect the porosity of hair?






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






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






44. What determines the size and shape of the new curl configuration?






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






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






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






48. What is the whitened - half-moon shaped area at the base of the nail?






49. Where would you record vital client information such as the name - address and the condition of a client's hair and scalp?






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