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






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






3. Which process uses the positive electrode to force acidic solution into the skin without breaking the skin?






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






5. Weekly rinses are applied and...






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






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






8. Warts are the most common...






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


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






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






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






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






14. Alkaline waves carry a pH of...






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






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






17. 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...






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






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






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






21. Fires in electrical circuits occur if...






22. What will produce a small and strong pincurl?






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






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






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






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






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






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






29. What organ controls all body functions?






30. The fluid part of the blood is what percentage of water?






31. A highly infectious disease against which personal service working such as nurses - doctors - teachers and cosmetologist may be inoculated is known as...






32. A skin patch test is not required for...






33. Hair grows from a tube-like 'pocket' called a root sheath or a/an...






34. 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...






35. Derm Means...






36. What are the effects of cataphoresis?






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






38. Toners are pastl color used...






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






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






41. Which of the fallowing will help a Stylist determine the proper perm solution for a client?






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






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






44. 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?






45. What means that all becteria is killed or destroyed?






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






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






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






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






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