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Salon Professional

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. Another term used to describe back-brushing is?






2. When creating base curls with full volume - the hair should be held with medium tension at a?






3. The comparative relationship in scale of one thing to another in hair design is called?






4. A single line of color - or a series of repeated lines - creates a?






5. The hair design where both sides of a hairstyle form a mirror image of each other is known as?






6. Creating a personal plan to meet financial obligations can be achieved by creating a?






7. In finger waving - the ridges and waves that run up and down the head are?






8. The part of the overall design that the client will respond to first is the?






9. Arc pin curls are also known as half-moon or?






10. When securing a roller - one end of the clip should be under the roller and one end?






11. The profile that is considered to be ideal is the?






12. Contrasting lines are horizontal and vertical lines that create a hard edge and form a?






13. To be successful in sales - you need ambition - determination - and a?






14. The point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called?






15. Along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style - the recommended base to use is?






16. The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is?






17. When selecting an interview wardrobe - it is critical that the selection be?






18. A written summary of your education and work experience is a?






19. A client's facial shape is determined by the position and prominence of the?






20. Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design is called?






21. Two rows of ridge curls on the side of a head are called?






22. The most commonly shaped pin curl base is the?






23. To prepare for questions that may be asked during an employment interview - it is important to?






24. The practice of recommending and selling additional services to clients is know as?






25. A curved part is used for a high forehead or?






26. Two of the most important factors in predicting the success of a business are?






27. Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have a bristle mixture consisting of?






28. The press that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl is?






29. A bound collection of photos and documents that reflect skills and accomplishments should be contained in a(n)?






30. Someone who recognizes and resolves problems constructively is a (n)?






31. After being granted an employment interview or salon observation - it is customary to?






32. Pin curls that produce even - smooth waves and uniform curls are?






33. The most reliable method of compensation for a new salon professional is?






34. Skills mastered at other jobs that can be put to use in a new position are called?






35. The two defining characteristics of hair type are?






36. As a rule of thumb - coarse and gray hair can withstand more heat than?






37. Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a?






38. To offset or round out the square facial type - choose a style that has?






39. The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the?






40. To create curls in using rollers - the hair should be wrapped around the roller?






41. Comparing answers from salon interview questions will help you choose?






42. To remove the carbon buildup from the metal portion of a pressing comb - immerse the comb in a solution containing?






43. The document that outlines the duties and responsibilities of a salon or spa position is a(n)?






44. One of the best ways for a business owner to protect personal assets is?






45. One of the best ways to improve your performance is to?






46. The federal agency that requires that the ingredients of cosmetic preparations be available to employees is?






47. A salon is a team environment that requires that you practice and perfect your?






48. Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of?






49. Curved lines that are used to blend and soften horizontal or vertical lines are?






50. A pressing comb with less space between the teeth produces a(n)?