Cosmetology EOPA Practice Exam (General) 250 Questions with Verified Answers
What were the royal colors of the Chou Dynasty (circa 1100 BC)? - CORRECT
... [Show More] ANSWER gold and silver
The process of steam distillation was refined by Avicenna, a _____, around AD 1000. - CORRECT ANSWER Persian physician
During which austere and restrictive period in British history (1837-1901) did Queen Victoria reign? - CORRECT ANSWER Victorian Age
What year was the preheat-perm method introduced? - CORRECT ANSWER 1931
Cold waving, or permanent waving, was developed by scientists in 1941 as a new type of permanent waving that did not use heat. What is the modern-day term for this waving lotion? - CORRECT ANSWER Alkaline perms
In 1985, a hairdresser, _____, led by his passion for his craft and environment, revolutionized the beauty industry by inventing the world's first ammonia-free haircolor. - CORRECT ANSWER Farouk Shami
What term refers to having a talent such as painting, acting, cutting hair, applying makeup, or doing artificial nails, as well as possessing unlimited inner resources of ideas and solutions? - CORRECT ANSWER Creativity
One essential part of any business plan is a _____, which establishes the purpose and values of an institution, provides a sense of direction by defining guiding principles and clarifying goals, and functions as the foundation for the business operation. - CORRECT ANSWER Mission statement
Arriving to work on time, starting the first client as soon as he or she arrives, and staying on schedule are good examples of real-life _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Time management
Professionals who practice active listening and have both non-verbal and verbal skills, are effective at _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Communication
Beauty professionals are often held to higher image standards by clients because they view beauty professionals as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Image experts
The impression that you project through both your outward appearance and your conduct in the workplace is your _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Professional image
What types of injuries are most commonly reported by stylists in salons that do not practice ergonomics? - CORRECT ANSWER Wrist and back injuries
Stressful, repetitive motions have a cumulative effect on joints and _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Muscles
Which action would be most helpful in countering the negative effects of repetitive motions? - CORRECT ANSWER Stretching and walking around at intervals
Effective human relations and _____ skills build lasting client relationships, accelerate professional growth, and promote a positive work environment. - CORRECT ANSWER Communication
The act of successfully sharing information between two people, or groups of people, is known as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Effective communication
Every new client should complete a client _____, also called a client questionnaire, consultation card, or health history form. - CORRECT ANSWER Intake form
The _____ is the client's permanent progress record of services received and contains the results, formulations, products used during services, as well as any sensitivities or allergies. - CORRECT ANSWER Service record card
What is the first step in the 10-Step Consultation method? - CORRECT ANSWER Review the intake form
If a dispute arises among your salon team members, it is important for you as a fellow team member to remain respectful, objective, and _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Neutral
Nonpathogenic bacteria are: - CORRECT ANSWER Harmless
Which organisms are pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters like bunches of grapes? - CORRECT ANSWER Staphylococci
Spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria are called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Spirilla
Together, the active stage and inactive, or spore-forming, stage of bacteria are referred to as the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Life cycle of bacteria
A disease that is transmitted from one person to another is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Communicable
Which disease is bloodborne and can cause liver damage? - CORRECT ANSWER Hepatitis
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes _____. - CORRECT ANSWER AIDS
Sodium hypochlorite is the chemical name for _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Bleach
Which substances work to break down stubborn films and remove the residue of pedicure products such as scrubs, salts, and masks? - CORRECT ANSWER Chelating soaps
Standard Precautions that require the employer and employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are potentially infectious are published by the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER CDC
Specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The type of tissue that controls and coordinates body functions is _____ tissue. - CORRECT ANSWER Nerve
The physical foundation of the body consisting of bones connected by joints is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Skeletal system
How many bones are in the adult human body? - CORRECT ANSWER 206
The bone that joins all of the bones of the cranium together is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Sphenoid
The heavy, long bone that forms the leg above the knee is called the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Femur
Pressure in massage is usually directed from the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Insertion to origin
The muscle that covers the back of the neck and upper and middle region of the back is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Trapezius
The scientific study of the structure, function, and pathology of the nervous system is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Neurology
The whitish cords made up of bundles of nerve fibers, held together by connective tissue that make up the nervous system are called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Nerves
Which nerve supplies impulses to the skin on the outer side and back of the foot and leg? - CORRECT ANSWER sural nerve
Blood is generally bright red in the arteries and dark red in the veins. What accounts for the difference in color? - CORRECT ANSWER exchange carbon dioxide for oxygen
Insulin, adrenaline, and estrogen are examples of _____. - CORRECT ANSWER hormones
How might a cosmetologist notice changes in a client's thyroid function? - CORRECT ANSWER Changes in the growth rate, quality, or texture of hair or nails
What is a fibrous protein that is the principal component of hair and nails? - CORRECT ANSWER keratin
The deepest layer of the epidermis, the basal cell layer, is also known as the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER stratum germinativum
Which type of nerve fibers carry impulses from the brain to the muscles? - CORRECT ANSWER motor nerve fibers
The tiny grains of pigment deposited in cells that provide skin with its color are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER melanin
The melanin produced by the body that is red to yellow in color is _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Pheomelanin
What is a small, round elevation on the skin that contains no fluid but may develop pus? - CORRECT ANSWER papule
A whitehead is also called a _____. - CORRECT ANSWER closed comedones
Between 80 percent and 85 percent of skin aging is caused by _____. - CORRECT ANSWER sun exposure
What rays of the sun cause sunburns and tanning and are also known as burning rays? - CORRECT ANSWER UVB rays
_____ is an allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or a substance. - CORRECT ANSWER sensitization
The natural nail is part of what system? - CORRECT ANSWER integumentary system
As it grows, the _____ slides across the nail bed. - CORRECT ANSWER nail plate
The portion of living skin that supports the nail plate is the nail _____. - CORRECT ANSWER bed
Which part of the nail unit is richly supplied with blood vessels and with nerves? - CORRECT ANSWER nail bed
Karen is very nervous at her first job interview. Her hands are sweating so much that she thinks her fingernails are sweating. In reality, from which part of the nail unit is the sweat most likely arising? - CORRECT ANSWER nail folds
Nail polish is applied to the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER nail plate
The dead, colorless tissue attached to the natural nail plate is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER cuticle
The living skin at the base of the nail plate is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER eponychium
A longer nail matrix produces a _____ nail plate. - CORRECT ANSWER thicker
Nail growth rates increase dramatically during _____. - CORRECT ANSWER last trimester of pregnancy
Which type of nail has a noticeably thin, white nail plate, and is more flexible than a normal nail? - CORRECT ANSWER eggshell
Which treatment should be suggested to an individual with a simple hangnail? - CORRECT ANSWER Hot oil manicure
An individual who bites his or her nails may be said to have _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Onychophagy
Split or brittle nails with a series of lengthwise ridges and a rough appearance to the surface of the nail plate is known as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Onychorrhexis
A highly curved nail plate often called "folded nail," caused by injury to the matrix or inherited, is a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER plicatured nail
_____ often leads to ingrown nails. - CORRECT ANSWER Plicatured nails
If a cosmetologist provides a service to a client with a fungal infection, it is _____ that the cosmetologist will get that infection from the client. - CORRECT ANSWER extremely unlikely
In the early stages, a typical bacterial infection on the nail plate can be identified as a _____. - CORRECT ANSWER yellow-green spot
A friend shows you paperwork from a doctor stating that he has tinea pedis. What is his condition? - CORRECT ANSWER athlete's foot
The substance secreted by the sebaceous glands is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER sebum
A physical side bond that is easily broken by water and heat is a _____ bond. - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrogen
All natural hair color is the result of pigment called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER melanin
What is the resting phase or final phase of the hair cycle that lasts until the fully grown hair is shed? - CORRECT ANSWER Telogen phase
What is the medical term used to describe dandruff? - CORRECT ANSWER Pityriasis
Chemical services performed on hair with low porosity require a _____ solution. - CORRECT ANSWER more alkaline
All haircolor products are organic chemicals, which means they _____. - CORRECT ANSWER contain carbon and hydrogen
The simplest form of chemical matter that cannot be broken down without the loss of identity is a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER element
What type of chemical reaction results in the oxidizing agent being reduced and the reducing agent being oxidized? - CORRECT ANSWER redox
A chemical combination of matter in definite (fixed) proportions is a _____. - CORRECT ANSWER pure substance
A stable physical mixture of two or more substances in a solvent is a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER solution
"Having an affinity or attraction to fat and oils (oil-loving)" is defined as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER lipophilic
When electricity is in motion it exhibits magnetic, ______, or thermal effects. - CORRECT ANSWER chemical
The path of an electric current from the generating source through the conductors and back to the original source is a(n) _____ electric circuit. - CORRECT ANSWER complete
Which phrase best describes direct current? - CORRECT ANSWER Produced by chemical means
Normal electric wall sockets that power a hair dryer or curling iron are _____ volts. - CORRECT ANSWER 120
The current for facial and scalp treatments is measured in _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Milliamperes
What unit measures the resistance of an electric current? - CORRECT ANSWER Ohm
A special device that prevents excessive current from passing through a circuit is a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER fuse
The use of electrical currents to treat the skin is commonly referred to as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Electrotherapy
An applicator that directs electric current from a machine to the client's skin is a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER electrode
The negative or positive pole of an electric current is referred to as the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER polarity
What term refers to a form of anaphoresis used to treat acne, milia, and comedones? - CORRECT ANSWER Desincrustation
What is the shortest and least penetrating light of the electromagnetic spectrum? - CORRECT ANSWER ultraviolet light
What is a type of cold light that is blocked by the ozone layer? - CORRECT ANSWER UVC
All lasers work by selective _____, a process that turns the light from the laser device into heat. - CORRECT ANSWER photothermolysis
What general term refers to a color component within the skin such as blood or melanin? - CORRECT ANSWER chromophore
What element of hair design defines form and space, while creating the shape, design, and movement of a hairstyle? - CORRECT ANSWER line
The one-length hairstyle is an example of the use of _____ lines. - CORRECT ANSWER single
Stylists should use _____ wave patterns to accentuate the face and narrow a round head shape. - CORRECT ANSWER smooth
What hair design is created when the two halves of a hairstyle form a mirror image of each other? - CORRECT ANSWER symmetrical balance
Hair density ranges from thick to thin and is measured per square _____. - CORRECT ANSWER inch
Wavy, _____ hair offers the most versatility in styling. - CORRECT ANSWER medium
What is considered to be the ideal profile? - CORRECT ANSWER straight profile
_____ back partings are used to create the illusion of width or height in a hairstyle. - CORRECT ANSWER diagonal
What are the two basic requirements for a maintaining a healthy scalp? - CORRECT ANSWER Cleanliness and stimulation
Modern antidandruff shampoos, conditioners, and topical lotions contain antifungal agents that control dandruff by suppressing the growth of a bacteria called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Malessezia
What type of shampoo can leave the hair dry, brittle, porous, and causes fading in colored treated hair? - CORRECT ANSWER High-pH Shampoo
Water is the most abundant and important element on Earth and is classified as a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER universal solvent
What type of shampoo, also known as powder shampoo, cleanses the hair without the use of soap and water? - CORRECT ANSWER dry
The location of the four corners signals a change in _____. - CORRECT ANSWER head shape
The three types of straight lines in haircutting include horizontal, vertical, and _____ lines. - CORRECT ANSWER diagonal
For control during haircutting, the hair is parted into working areas called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER sections
Which guideline involves a small slice of a previous subsection that is moved to the next position and becomes the new guideline? - CORRECT ANSWER traveling guide
The _____ is the direction in which hair grows from the scalp and is also called the natural falling position. - CORRECT ANSWER growth pattern
You should use the _____ degree of tension when cutting hair with strong growth patterns, or around the ears, to compensate for the hair being pushed up when it dries. - CORRECT ANSWER minimum
Which type of shear is used mainly to remove bulk from the hair, and is often referred to as a thinning shear, tapering shear, or notching shear? - CORRECT ANSWER texturizing
Which three countries are primarily responsible for manufacturing the steel used to make professional shears? - CORRECT ANSWER Japan, Germany, United States
The best overall blade edge for a hair stylist is _____, because it will give you the smoothest cut and is the sharpest edge possible. - CORRECT ANSWER convex
The hand position that is used most often when cutting uniform or increasing layers is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER cutting over fingers
It is important to work with the natural _____, or where and how hair is moved over the head, when locating the bang area. - CORRECT ANSWER distribution
Effilating, also known as _____, is the process of thinning the hair to graduated lengths with shears. - CORRECT ANSWER slithering
Arc base pin curls are also known as half-moon or _____ base curls. - CORRECT ANSWER C-shaped base curls
Large diameter pin curls that are similar to a roller, but do not have the same amount of tension, are called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER barrel curls
Backbrushing, also known as _____, is used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out. - CORRECT ANSWER Ruffing
Which brushes are used to blowdry precision haircuts where little or no volume is desired? - CORRECT ANSWER Classic styling brushes
What are the large, flat brushes with staggered pin patterns that are used for mid- to longer-hair length? - CORRECT ANSWER Paddle brushes
Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have a bristle mixture consisting of _____. - CORRECT ANSWER boar and nylon
Styling foam, a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam, is also called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER mousse
The correct temperature setting of the iron for thermal curling is determined by the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER texture of the hair
Placed completely off their base, _____ curls offer a curl option with only slight lift and volume. - CORRECT ANSWER off-base
Avoid excessive heat, particularly when pressing _____ hair, to avoid discoloration and breakage. - CORRECT ANSWER gray
The twist, also referred to as the French _____, is a classic long hairstyle that is popular in the salon for clients attending formal functions. - CORRECT ANSWER pleat
As early as 3000 BC, _____ women wore braids or plaits decorated with shells, sequins, and glass or gold beads. - CORRECT ANSWER Egyptian
Perform a thorough _____ in order to avoid client misunderstanding and ensure a happy ending to every natural hairstyling service. - CORRECT ANSWER consultation
In terms of braiding and other natural hairstyling, the diameter of hair refers to whether the hair is _____. - CORRECT ANSWER coarse, medium, or fine
With regard to the wave pattern or configuration, textured hair is defined as hair with a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER tight curl pattern
What blow-dryer attachment loosens the curl pattern in textured hair for braiding styles, and dries, stretches, and softens textured hair? - CORRECT ANSWER Comb nozzle
A _____ braid is created with two strands that are twisted around each other. - CORRECT ANSWER rope
The method of locking where portions of hair are placed between the palms of both hands and rolled in a clockwise or counterclockwise directions is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER palm roll
Most commercially-used human hair comes from _____. - CORRECT ANSWER India and Asia
Hair that is arranged so that the cuticles of all hair strands move in the same direction (down) is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER turned hair
Hair in which the root end of every single strand is sewn into the base is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER Remi hair
A(n) _____ can be defined as an artificial covering for the head that consists of a network of interwoven hair and completely covers the client's hair. - CORRECT ANSWER wig
What type of hairpiece is constructed with a combination of synthetic hair and hand-tied human hair? - CORRECT ANSWER Semi-hand-tied wig
To achieve a natural look when cutting a wig, the ends should be _____. - CORRECT ANSWER tapered
When using heat on human hair wigs, the temperature setting on the styling tool should be _____. - CORRECT ANSWER low
A small wig used to cover the top or crown of the head is called a _____. - CORRECT ANSWER toupee
_____ are secured to the base of the client's natural hair in order to add length, volume, texture, or color, and can be created from human hair, synthetic hair, or a blend of the two. - CORRECT ANSWER Hair extensions
In the braid-and-sew method of hair extensions, the angle of the track determines _____. - CORRECT ANSWER how the hair will fall
Without a thorough understanding of _____, cosmetologists could damage hair, cause hair loss, and harm their clients and themselves. - CORRECT ANSWER chemistry
In the restructuring process, coarse, resistant hair with a strong compact cuticle requires a chemical solution that is _____. - CORRECT ANSWER highly alkaline
The cortex of the hair is made up of millions of polypeptide chains cross-linked by three types of side bonds that are responsible for the elasticity and strength of the hair. These bonds are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER disulfide, salt, and hydrogen
What chemical side bonds are formed when two sulfur-type chains are joined together? - CORRECT ANSWER Disulfide bonds
In permanent waving, the shape and type of curl are determined by the shape and type of rod and the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER wrapping method
Once in the cortex, the waving solution breaks the disulfide bonds through a chemical reaction called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER reduction
The active ingredient or reducing agent in alkaline permanent waves is _____. - CORRECT ANSWER ammonium thioglycolate
All acid waves have three components: permanent waving lotion, neutralizer, and _____. - CORRECT ANSWER activator
Modern acid waves are actually _____ waves, which are permanent waves that have a 7.0 or neutral pH. - CORRECT ANSWER acid-balanced
_____ waves are perms using an ingredient that does not evaporate as readily as ammonia, so that there is very little odor associated with their use. - CORRECT ANSWER Ammonia-free
It is important for stylists to remember that ammonia-free does not necessarily mean _____. - CORRECT ANSWER damage-free
All perm wraps begin by sectioning the hair into _____. - CORRECT ANSWER panels
The two methods of wrapping the hair around a perm rod are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER croquignole and spiral
In a _____, the hair is wrapped at an angle other than perpendicular to the length of the rod which causes the hair to spiral along the length of the rod. - CORRECT ANSWER spiral perm wrap
Hair that has been treated with a hydroxide relaxer is unfit for _____ and will not hold a curl. - CORRECT ANSWER permanent waving
What is the process of rearranging the basic structure of curly hair into a straighter or smoother form? - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical hair relaxing
_____ is the measurement of the thickness or thinness of a liquid that affects how the fluid flows. - CORRECT ANSWER Viscosity
Hair that is treated with hydroxide relaxers must not be treated with _____. - CORRECT ANSWER thio relaxers
Which of the following are relaxers often marketed and sold as no mix-no lye relaxers? - CORRECT ANSWER Potassium hydroxide relaxers
_____ is a professional, industry-coined term referring to artificial haircoloring products and services. - CORRECT ANSWER Haircolor
Hair texture is determined by the diameter of individual hair _____. - CORRECT ANSWER strands
What unit of measurement identifies the lightness or darkness of a color, or the saturation, density, or concentration of color? - CORRECT ANSWER Level
The darkest hair colors in the level system are identified as being a level _____, while the lightest hair colors in the level system are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER 1; 10
_____ is described as a property of objects that depends on the light they reflect and is perceived (by the human eye) as red, yellow, blue, or other shades. - CORRECT ANSWER Color
The system used for understanding color relationships is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER law of color
Dye precursors that combine with hydrogen peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules are called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER aniline derivatives
Haircoloring products that change color gradually by progressive buildup and exposure to air contain _____. - CORRECT ANSWER metallic salts
Decolorizing the hair's natural pigment allows the colorist to create the exact degree of _____. - CORRECT ANSWER contributing pigment
Clients with hair in questionable condition who request chemical services should be required to sign a _____. - CORRECT ANSWER release statement
The most common form of hair removal in salons and spas is _____. - CORRECT ANSWER waxing
What is the most common form of temporary hair removal, most often thought to cause hair to grow thicker or stronger? - CORRECT ANSWER Shaving
What hair removal method is often completed as part of a professional makeup service? - CORRECT ANSWER Tweezing
What type of epilator may cause an allergic reaction and should be patch tested on the client before use? - CORRECT ANSWER Soft wax
Which method can be used post-wax to calm and soothe a client's skin if redness and swelling results from the treatment? - CORRECT ANSWER Aloe gel and cool compresses
When tweezing, the skin should be held taut, and the hair pulled using a quick motion _____. - CORRECT ANSWER in the direction of hair growth
Soft wax applied to an area should be removed using _____. - CORRECT ANSWER fabric strips
In what direction should fabric strips be removed? - CORRECT ANSWER Opposite hair growth
Remaining wax residue can be safely removed from the skin with a gentle _____. - CORRECT ANSWER wax remover
A(n) _____, also known as a facial treatment, is a professional skin treatment that improves the condition and appearance of the skin. - CORRECT ANSWER facial
An important part of a facial treatment that determines skin type, condition, and the recommended treatment is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER skin analysis
Obvious pores on the surface of the skin indicate _____. - CORRECT ANSWER oily skin areas
Which term describes follicles impacted with solidified sebum and dead cell buildup that appear as small bumps just underneath the skin's surface? - CORRECT ANSWER Open comedones
What term describes dark blotches of color on the skin caused by sun exposure or hormone imbalance? - CORRECT ANSWER Hyperpigmentation
_____ are cleaners containing surfactants that cause the product to foam and rinse off easily. - CORRECT ANSWER Foaming cleansers
Foaming cleansers that wash off easily contain a detergent that is also known as a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER surfactant
Exfoliants that dissolve the bonds and intercellular cement between cells are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER alpha hydroxy acids
An enzyme peel that does not dry the skin and can be used during a steam treatment is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER powder form
Water-binding agents in moisturizers are also known as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER humectants
The direction of movement in massage should always be from insertion of the muscle toward its _____. - CORRECT ANSWER origin
Pressing and twisting the tissues with a fast back-and-forth movement is a form of friction known as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER rolling
The point over a muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of the muscle is the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER motor point
High-frequency electrotherapy machines have how many electrodes? - CORRECT ANSWER One
Nikolas Tesla is credited with discovering _____. - CORRECT ANSWER High frequency current
Changing _____ is a simple way to change a look, and it proves a great way for your client to give herself a treat and brighten her day. - CORRECT ANSWER lip color
What are special preparations for removing eye makeup that can be either water-based or oil-based? - CORRECT ANSWER Eye makeup removers
When can lip color be applied directly from the container? - CORRECT ANSWER Never
_____ colors encompass blues, greens, violets, and blue-reds. - CORRECT ANSWER Cool
Any color that is significantly deeper or darker than the client's skin tone is considered a _____. - CORRECT ANSWER contour color
A(n) _____ face has greater length in proportion to its width than the square or round face. - CORRECT ANSWER oblong face
Makeup should be blended onto the skin using _____. - CORRECT ANSWER disposable sponges
What is the main health issue that a cosmetologist may experience? - CORRECT ANSWER Hypersensitivity
Implements requiring disinfection should be placed in a covered container large enough for them to be _____. - CORRECT ANSWER completely immersed
What size of foam cushion is specifically made for the comfort of the client's arms when performing nail services? - CORRECT ANSWER 8-12 inches
Which tool is NOT designed to dry traditional nail polish? - CORRECT ANSWER UVA or LED lamp
What is one of the most effective ways to ensure safe working conditions in a salon, and especially a nail salon? - CORRECT ANSWER A local source capture ventilation system
What is a stainless steel implement that can shorten the free edge of the nail quickly and efficiently? - CORRECT ANSWER Nail clipper
As a rule of thumb, the lower the grit on an abrasive nail file, the more _____ its action will be. - CORRECT ANSWER aggressive
Rubbing another clean, unused file across the edge of a new file in order to remove any sharp edges before use is called _____. - CORRECT ANSWER file prepping
What is shaped like a two-sided nail file, long and narrow, with one or two additional grit abrasives and a final shine surface? - CORRECT ANSWER Two-way buffer
Gauze squares, also called _____, have many uses in manicure services, from product removal to application. - CORRECT ANSWER pledgets
Which type of nail polish remover is recommended when removing nail polish from nail enhancements such as wraps? - CORRECT ANSWER Non-acetone
_____ are extracted using various forms of distillation from seeds, bark, roots, wood, and/or resin of plants. - CORRECT ANSWER essential oils
What is a metal implement with a grooved edge used for filing and smoothing the edges of the nail plate? - CORRECT ANSWER Nail rasp
To avoid the risk of infection, sharp implements should never be used on clients who are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER immuno-suppressed
A disposable supply provided to clients to avoid smudging toenail polish after a pedicure are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER paper or foam slippers
Which substance is an organic compound that has a super-hydrating effect on skin cells and is used in callus softeners? - CORRECT ANSWER Urea
Clients with scaly feet should be sent to a podiatrist to define whether the scaly condition is caused by a _____. - CORRECT ANSWER fungus
When performing a pedicure, do not push back the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER eponychium
Which one of the client's feet should you work on first? - CORRECT ANSWER Non-dominant foot
The procedures for the disinfection of foot spas have been developed by the _____. - CORRECT ANSWER NMC & INTA
The _____ is the point where the free edge of the natural nail meets the tip, and where the tip is adhered to the nail. - CORRECT ANSWER position stop
The nail tip adhesive used to secure the nail tip to a natural nail is also called a(n) _____. - CORRECT ANSWER bonding agent
To press fabric wraps onto the natural nail plate and avoid the transfer of dust or oil, use _____. - CORRECT ANSWER thick plastic
Application of the enhancement product onto the new growth of the nail is commonly referred to as _____. - CORRECT ANSWER backfill
Nail wraps are rebalanced with additional resin _____. - CORRECT ANSWER every two weeks
Nail wraps are removed by immersing the entire enhancement in a small glass bowl filled with _____. - CORRECT ANSWER acetone
What step would be performed last in a four-week fabric wrap maintenance? - CORRECT ANSWER Apply cuticle oil.
_____ is a widely used monomer with a long history of safe use in medical and dental products, is fine for making bulletproof windows and shatterproof eyeglasses, but is extremely unsuitable for use in artificial nail liquids. - CORRECT ANSWER MMA
Additives such as _____ are blended with polymer powders to produce a wide range of shade, including pinks, whites, and milky translucent shades, as well as reds, blues, greens, purples, yellows, oranges, browns, and even jet black. - CORRECT ANSWER pigments
A _____ abrasive is used for finish filing, refining, and buffing. - CORRECT ANSWER fine-grit
What are pre-formed nail extensions made from ABS or tenite acetate plastic? - CORRECT ANSWER Nail tips
What is the composition of oligomers? - CORRECT ANSWER Between solid and liquid
What chemical initiates the polymerization reaction? - CORRECT ANSWER Photoinitiator
Depending on manufacturer recommendations, clear plastic _____ are sometimes used to allow UV and LED radiation to penetrate from the underside for more complete curing of the free edge. - CORRECT ANSWER nail forms
Light cured gel products are packaged in small, opaque pots or squeeze bottles for _____. - CORRECT ANSWER protection from UV exposure
Caution should be used when filing gel nails because they are _____. - CORRECT ANSWER soft [Show Less]