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






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






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






4. What does a local shock do?






5. Which of the fallowing describes voltage?






6. The shape and location of hair loss is referredbto as...






7. Weekly rinses are applied and...






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






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






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






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






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






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






14. Hair is made up primarily of...






15. What may affect the porosity of hair?






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






17. The common cold - hepatitis and measles are examples of...






18. Alkaline waves carry a pH of...






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






20. A resume should describe your attributes and...






21. Which of the fallowing can affect hair growth by either stimulating the onset of the telogen phase or by causing the production of abnormal - brittle hair?






22. 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?






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






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






25. What will produce a small and strong pincurl?






26. Disinfecting can only be practiced on...






27. Which of the following terms defines the art and science of beauty care?






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






29. In order to maintain fresh air in a salon - it is important to...






30. There are how many signs of infection in the nails and hands?






31. Fires in electrical circuits occur if...






32. An inflammation of the nail matrix is a/an...






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






34. The length of a section to be placed on a roller should be...






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






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






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






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






39. Derm Means...






40. Which layer is the top - or uppermost - layer of the epidermis?






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






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






43. This element is the most abundant on earth






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






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






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






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






48. The thickness of the hair covering the scalp is its...






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






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