COSMETOLOGY PRACTICE EXAM 1|100 Questions with Verified Answers
Before placing implements in a disinfecting solution , they should be . - CORRECT
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what bonds in the hair are easily broken down he heat and water? - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrogen bonds
The best way to avoid back strain while working is to - CORRECT ANSWER Maintain good posture and body alignment
Good dental hygiene involves visiting the dentist twice each year and - CORRECT ANSWER brushing and flossing regularly
Bactria that do NOT cause disease are referred to as - CORRECT ANSWER nonpathogenic
disease - causing bacteria can be spread by - CORRECT ANSWER coughing or splitting
Which of the following is a contagious skin disease caused be a fungus ? - CORRECT ANSWER ringworm
The method of cleaning instruments that kills all microorganisms ,including bacterial spores ,is - CORRECT ANSWER sterilization
Antiseptics differ from disinfectants because they - CORRECT ANSWER Are safe to use on skin
A quaternary ammonia compound is used as - CORRECT ANSWER disinfectant
When using disinfectants, you should remember that they - CORRECT ANSWER can be dangerous if used incorrectly
Trichology is the study of - CORRECT ANSWER hair
Name the two distinct phases of the life cycle of bacteria. - CORRECT ANSWER vegetative and spore forming
Seen in a cross section , straight hair would appear to be - CORRECT ANSWER round
Your clients has bad case of dry dandruff . you should suggest - CORRECT ANSWER scalp treatments and frequent mild shampoos
alopecia aerate occurs when the clients hair - CORRECT ANSWER suddenly falls out in round patches
The visible portion of the nail itself is referred to as the - CORRECT ANSWER nail plate
A hangnail can be caused by - CORRECT ANSWER cutting the cuticle improperly
One way to reassure clients about the cleanliness and sanitation of your implements is to - CORRECT ANSWER place the implements into a jar with disinfecting solution in it
The outermost and thinnest layer of the skin is the - CORRECT ANSWER epidermis
The study of the skin and its diseases and treatment is referred to as - CORRECT ANSWER dermatology
A streatoma , or sebaceous cyst, is a chronic inflammation on the nose and cheeks. - CORRECT ANSWER a subcutaneous tumor of a sebaceous glands.
Which agency regulates how cosmetologist store , use , mix and dispose of chemicals properly ? - CORRECT ANSWER OSHA
which is an example of a local infection ? - CORRECT ANSWER pimple or abscess
which of the following lives only by penetrating cells and becoming part of them ? - CORRECT ANSWER viruses
The main function of the blood is to - CORRECT ANSWER carry food and oxygen and eliminate wastes.
Which of the following substances will NOT conduct electricity ? - CORRECT ANSWER glass
which is the procedure for an indirect application of high-frequency current ? - CORRECT ANSWER Massage the area to be treated while the client holds the electrode
The chemical symbol for hydrogen peroxide is - CORRECT ANSWER H2O2
Surfactants are used to remove which of the following from the hair ? - CORRECT ANSWER oils
What happens in each individual hair shaft when an aniline derivative (oxidation) tint is mixed with hydrogen peroxide and applied ? - CORRECT ANSWER The cortex swells , allowing pigment molecules to enter .
Which type of nail cosmetic consist of the following ingredients :Ianolian,petroleum , and beeswax? - CORRECT ANSWER cuticle cream
Which would be the best location for successful salon? - CORRECT ANSWER a mall that gets both car and food traffic
In a corporation , each owner's liability is limited by the - CORRECT ANSWER amount he or she has invested in the business
Which current of electricity is used for scalp and facial treatments because it increases blood flow, elimination and absorption , and metabolism, and has a germicidal effect when electrodes are used to apply it to the scalp and skin? - CORRECT ANSWER Tesla high -frequency current
To be a successful cosmetologist in the salon business ,you must be proficient as a hairstylist and a - CORRECT ANSWER salesperson
Before draping a client, you should do all of the following EXCEPT - CORRECT ANSWER ask the client to wash his or her hand
Why is it important to place a towel or neck strip under the cape between the client's skin and the cape when draping a client ? - CORRECT ANSWER for sanitary reasons
Besides cleaning the client's hair and scalp, a good shampoo can also - CORRECT ANSWER give the client a good impression of the salon
While shampooing a client , you would protect his or her face, neck, and ears from the water spray with - CORRECT ANSWER your hand
What type of shampoo should you use on chemically treated hair? - CORRECT ANSWER a shampoo for dry hair Whose health does not permit shampoos
Dry shampoo are used only on clients - CORRECT ANSWER Whose health does not permit shampoos
The muscle attached to a hair follicle is called the - CORRECT ANSWER arrector pili muscle
A whitish discoloration of the nails caused by injury to the base of the nail is called - CORRECT ANSWER leukonychia
How can you use polish to give an elongated appearance to clubbed nails? - CORRECT ANSWER Leave the sides of the nails unpolished
The correct method for removing sculptured nails is to - CORRECT ANSWER apply a solvent and push then off
A client who has athlete's foot request a pedicure .you should - CORRECT ANSWER refer the client to a doctor for treatment
All of the following are among the goal of a professional massage EXCEPT to - CORRECT ANSWER get a good tip from the customer
Kneading movements in massage therapy do all of the following EXCEPT - CORRECT ANSWER exercise the muscles
For sanitary reasons, you should always remove products such as facial creams from their containers with - CORRECT ANSWER a clean spatula
The correct method for applying cleansing cream is to start at the - CORRECT ANSWER neck and work upward
You can best help clients relax during facial manipulation by - CORRECT ANSWER maintaining an even rhythm and pressure
What effect on the skin would a mask of fresh strawberries have? - CORRECT ANSWER an astringent effect
For a client with very light skin, you should choose a foundation that is - CORRECT ANSWER The same as the natural skin tone
The correct way to test the color of a foundation is to blend some of it on the client's - CORRECT ANSWER jawline
To create a natural look, you should apply cheek color no closer to the nose than the - CORRECT ANSWER center of the eye
The coloring agent used for lash and brow tint is - CORRECT ANSWER lash - and brow -tinting solution
Why should a protective base be applied to the scalp prior to the application of a base relaxer? - CORRECT ANSWER to avoid chemicals abrasions or sores on the scalp
In doing relaxers, which of the three strengths would be used on color- treated, damaged, or fine- textured hair? - CORRECT ANSWER mild strength
In permanent waving, you have chemical and physical processes. Which of the following is not part of the physical process of permeant waving ? - CORRECT ANSWER draping
In order to determine what size partings or section you will use, you must assess your client's hair in terms of - CORRECT ANSWER density
Hair should be shampooed and left moist before - CORRECT ANSWER wrapping
How many towels are used to drape for chemical texture services? - CORRECT ANSWER two
The correct procedure for applying most neutralizers is to - CORRECT ANSWER apply , repeat, wait five minutes ,remove rods .
ideal conditions for a hair-color consultation include - CORRECT ANSWER natural lighting and neutral background colors
Warm-toned colors are made up primarily of - CORRECT ANSWER reds and yellows
clients who have their hair colored usually visit the salon - CORRECT ANSWER every four to 15 weeks
A primary color is one that is a pure or fundamental color that cannot - CORRECT ANSWER be achieved from a mixture
A highlighting shampoo is a mixture of shampoo and - CORRECT ANSWER hydrogen peroxide
Your client has requested a return to her darker, natural hair color. In order to smooth out the line of demarcation between the two shades, you should use a - CORRECT ANSWER filler followed by a soap cap
Your client will be most likely to accept your suggestion about hair color and hair - color services when you - CORRECT ANSWER base your suggestions on the client's needs and lifetime
Colorists use the level system to analyze hair color's ? - CORRECT ANSWER lightness or darkness
Which is a benefit of knowing the laws of color? - CORRECT ANSWER to formulate the clients desired color
Which of the following is NOT a category of hair-coloring product? - CORRECT ANSWER accelerate
Which of these hair -color services does NOT require a patch test before application ? - CORRECT ANSWER temporary
Which of the following should be done before lightening a clients hair? - CORRECT ANSWER perform a strand test
In general , the greater the concentration of sodium hydroxide in a hair -relaxing formula, the - CORRECT ANSWER quicker the chemical reaction and the greater the danger of hair damage
what type of shampoo should be used after an application of a sodium hydroxide relaxer? - CORRECT ANSWER neutralizing shampoo
A chemical blowout is a combination of - CORRECT ANSWER chemical hair relaxing and styling
How many pairs of cranial nerves are there? - CORRECT ANSWER 12
To save time ,both the comb and shears should be held in your dominant hand while you are - CORRECT ANSWER combing hair
Which of these reference points in NOT commonly used by hairstylist? - CORRECT ANSWER lip line
Which statement about use of the razor for haircutting is incorrect? - CORRECT ANSWER when combing the hair, put the razor down and hold the comb in your right hand
On which part of the human body is the skin thinnest? - CORRECT ANSWER eyelids
In terms of braiding and other natural hairstylist , what does texture refer to? - CORRECT ANSWER all of the above
To emphasize the ridge in a finger wave, you would press the ridge - CORRECT ANSWER between your fingers
To remove tangles from hair before hairstyling , you should start combing at the . - CORRECT ANSWER nape of the neck
Which of the following describes the process in which natural textured hair is intertwined and meshed together to form a style or separate network of hair ? - CORRECT ANSWER hair locking
Why are patch tests required before the application of hair extension with bonding adhesive? - CORRECT ANSWER to check for allergic reaction
A small wig used to cover the top or crown of the head only is referred to as a - CORRECT ANSWER hairpiece
The best way to determine if a strand of hair is synthetic product or real human hair is to - CORRECT ANSWER burn it
Which of the following are hair like projections that cause bacteria to move and are also known as cilia? - CORRECT ANSWER bacilli
To avoid burning the client during thermal w3aving , you should - CORRECT ANSWER hold the comb between the scalp and iron
A long woven strip of hair that is sewn to elastic strips in a circular pattern to fit the head shape is called a - CORRECT ANSWER weft
Which statement about setting and styling a wig is incorrect ? - CORRECT ANSWER you should always set the wig while it is on the client
What percentage of the curl is removed by a soft press? - CORRECT ANSWER 50-60%
When performing a thermal straightening treatment , which should be applied to the hair just before treatment? - CORRECT ANSWER pressing oil
What is a protein fiber that composes the hair and nails? - CORRECT ANSWER keratin
Hair color that lightens and deposits color in the hair shaft requires - CORRECT ANSWER single -process
Salaries and commissions (including payroll taxes ) will account for what percentage of your total expenses? - CORRECT ANSWER 53.5% [Show Less]