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Cosmetology

Subject : certifications
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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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. The ph of the acid mantle will normally be...






2. AIDS is a disease spread by...






3. The combination of the size of th base and the position of the curl in relation to the base is called...






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






5. What will produce a small and strong pincurl?






6. All impliments must be thoroughly cleaned before...






7. The term given for selling products for client's home care is...






8. What quality is notable about the stratum corneum?






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






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






11. Weekly rinses are applied and...






12. Color found opposite each other on the color wheel are called...






13. A list of all the property you own is called your...






14. Dispose of any material coming in contact with blood or body fluids in a...






15. 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...






16. The first design element - which describes the outline or silhouette of an object - is...






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






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






19. What organ controls all body functions?






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






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


22. Benefits derived from what current are believed to be improved blood circulation - improved muscle tone - stimulation of hair growth and increased glandular activity?






23. Cosmetology Codes of Ethics are designed to do all of the fallowing - EXCEPT...






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






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






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






27. If a client has a skin diseases - the cosmetologist should...






28. What type of face is characterized by a broad - straight forehead and hairline - with a broad jaw line?






29. What type of manufacturersn require a plastic impression of the client's head?






30. An equal mixture of red and yellow creates what color?






31. To achieve the desired curl formation - hair should wrap around the rod at least how many times?






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






33. What base control for pincurls requires that the entire circle of the curl be positioned on the base?






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






35. The cuticle is the...






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






37. 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...






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






39. Acid balance is important to the cosmetologist because...






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






41. The circular motion used to massage the finger is called what type of movement






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






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






44. Toners are pastl color used...






45. What may affect the porosity of hair?






46. Hair additions are an appropriate choice for clients who want to add length - density - texture and /or...






47. Your finger bowls should contain warm water and...






48. 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?






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






50. Because of a tendency toward brittleness - every wig-cleaning should be followed by...