Indiana Cosmetology State Board Test Study Guide 218 Questions with Verified Answers
Do not massage or manipulate a client's scalp if you detect the
... [Show More] presence of - CORRECT ANSWER Abrasions
A kneading movement that is performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue with light, firm pressure is: - CORRECT ANSWER Petrissage
The infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Pediculosis Capitis
An acute staphylococci infection of a hair follicle that produces constant pain is: - CORRECT ANSWER Furuncle
A disease that is transmitted from one person to another is: - CORRECT ANSWER Communicable
Implements requiring disinfection should be places in a covered container large enough for implements to be: - CORRECT ANSWER Completely immersed
Any client with an infectious disease should not be serviced and should be referred to a: - CORRECT ANSWER Physician
Chemical products that destroy all bacteria, fungi, and viruses (but not spores) on surfaces are: - CORRECT ANSWER Disinfectants
The federal agency that requires that the ingredients of cosmetic preparations be available to employees is: - CORRECT ANSWER OSHA
If you draw blood during a manicure, the implement should be: - CORRECT ANSWER Cleaned and disinfected
The product information on safe-handling guidelines, first aid, and proper storage is contained in: - CORRECT ANSWER Material Safety Data Sheets
A substance that is particularly good conductor of electricity is: - CORRECT ANSWER Copper
The conversation where the practitioner finds out what the client is looking for is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Client Consultation
Elevation creates graduation and layers and is usually described in - CORRECT ANSWER Degrees
The angle at which the fingers are held when cutting is referred to as the: - CORRECT ANSWER Cutting line
The process of removing excess bulk without shortening hair length is: - CORRECT ANSWER Texturizing
Curved lines that are used to blend and soften horizontal or vertical lines are: - CORRECT ANSWER Transitional lines
The lines used to remove weight to create graduated or layered haircuts: - CORRECT ANSWER Vertical
The guideline where a small slice of a previous subsection is move to the next position and becomes the new guideline is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Traveling Guide
A texturizing technique performed on the ends of hair using the tips of the shears remove bulk is: - CORRECT ANSWER Point Cutting
The lines used to remove weight to create graduated or layered haircuts are: - CORRECT ANSWER Vertical
Thinning hair using a sliding movement, with the blades of the shears partially opened, in order to reduce volume and create movement is: - CORRECT ANSWER Slithering
How many members of the Indiana State Board of Cosmetology may be of the same political party? - CORRECT ANSWER Five
A cosmetology license is valid for how many years? - CORRECT ANSWER Four
Combs, brushes, rollers and any other implement used to serve the needs of clients should be stored in what type of container? - CORRECT ANSWER In a clean and closed container
What is the State Board of Cosmetology required to furnish each person licensed to operate a cosmetology school or salon? - CORRECT ANSWER A list of sanitary requirements
When must a cosmetology patron wear a clean towel or neck strip under their cape? - CORRECT ANSWER Always
A waste container must be present for every __________ work stations. - CORRECT ANSWER Four
Where should sanitary requirements be posted? - CORRECT ANSWER In a conspicuous place
Where must soiled towels be stored? - CORRECT ANSWER In a closed hamper
Colors that can look deeper than their actual level are: - CORRECT ANSWER Cool tones
All hair coloring products require a patch test with the exception of: - CORRECT ANSWER Temporary colors
The process where the hair is pre lightened and then toned is: - CORRECT ANSWER Double-process color application
A color obtained by mixing equal parts of two primary colors is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Secondary color
Overlapping hair color on previously tinted hair can cause breakage and a visible line of: - CORRECT ANSWER Demarcation
What is used to restore the hair and scalp to their normal acidic pH? - CORRECT ANSWER Normalizing lotion
When processing is complete for a soft curl permanent, what is done after rising the hair thoroughly with warm water? - CORRECT ANSWER Each curl is towel-blotted
Sodium Hydroxide relaxers are commonly called: - CORRECT ANSWER Lye relaxers
Relaxers, which are ionic compounds formed by a metal combined with oxygen and hydrogen, are known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Metal Hydroxide relaxers
After saturating the rods with neutralizer in a soft curl perm and processing according to directions, the next step is to: - CORRECT ANSWER Remove rods carefully
What is one safety precaution that must be followed with all chemical hair relaxing services? - CORRECT ANSWER Wearing protective gloves
The combination of a thio permanent wrapped on large tools is called a: - CORRECT ANSWER Soft curl permanent
To check relaxer processing, smooth and press a strand to the scalp using the back of the comb or your finger. If the curl returns, _____________________ - CORRECT ANSWER Continue processing
When performing a sodium hydroxide retouch, where is the product applied first? - CORRECT ANSWER To the new growth only
The most commonly used methods of hair relaxing are the sodium hydroxide method and the _______________ method - CORRECT ANSWER Thio
When the hair has been sufficiently straightened, the hair is rinsed rapidly and thoroughly with ______________ water - CORRECT ANSWER Warm
Inspecting the action of the relaxer by stretching the strands to see how fast the natural curls are being removed is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Periodic strand testing
When using the comb method of application, how is the relaxing cream applied? - CORRECT ANSWER With the back of the comb
When applying sodium hydroxide relaxer, the processing cream is applied last to the ___________________ and ________________ - CORRECT ANSWER Scalp and hair ends
The best type of shampoo to use after the chemical relaxer is: - CORRECT ANSWER A neutralizing shampoo
If using a "no base" relaxer, a protective cream may be applied: - CORRECT ANSWER To the hairline and around the ears
The relaxer cream is applied near the scalp last because processing is accelerated in this area by: - CORRECT ANSWER Body Heat
After the hair has been processed with a sodium hydroxide relaxer and before the shampoo, the hair should be thoroughly: - CORRECT ANSWER Rinsed
The scalp and skin are protected from possible burns when using a hair relaxer by applying: - CORRECT ANSWER Base cream
The process of breaking the hair's disulfide bonds during processing and converting them to lanthionine bonds when the relaxer is rinsed from the hair is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Lanthionization
The action of a sodium hydroxide relaxer causes the hair to: - CORRECT ANSWER Soften
Before giving relaxing treatment to overly curly hair, the cosmetologist must judge its texture, porosity & ______________ - CORRECT ANSWER Elasticity & extent of damage (if any)
The suggested strength relaxer for course virgin hair is: - CORRECT ANSWER Strong or super
The following relaxer strength should be used for fine, tinted, or lightened hair: - CORRECT ANSWER Mild
What are the 3 basic steps used in chemical hair relaxing? - CORRECT ANSWER Processing, neutralizing, conditioning
Hydroxide relaxers are usually sold in _________ formulas. - CORRECT ANSWER Base & no base
The processing time of a chemical relaxer is affected by: - CORRECT ANSWER The hair's porosity
Of the general types of hair relaxers, which one does not require pre-shampooing? - CORRECT ANSWER Sodium hydroxide
The process of permanently rearranging the basic structure of overly curly hair into a straight form is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical hair relaxing
Permanent waving & hair relaxers change the shape of hair by chemically altering the hair's: - CORRECT ANSWER Disulfide bonds
The stationary foundation of a curl that is the area closest to the scalp is called the: - CORRECT ANSWER Base
In the croquignole method of wrapping the hair is wound from: - CORRECT ANSWER Ends to scalp
Curls that offer a curl option with only slight lift of volume are: - CORRECT ANSWER Off-base curls
The angle at which a permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as: - CORRECT ANSWER Base direction
Relaxers are often marketed and sold as no mix, no lye relaxers are: - CORRECT ANSWER Potassium hydroxide relaxers
Most acid waves used in salons have a pH value between: - CORRECT ANSWER 7.8-8.2
Perm rods that are equal in diameter along their entire length or curling area are: - CORRECT ANSWER Straight rods
During a relaxer strand test, hair that is pressed to the scalp and continues to cure is: - CORRECT ANSWER Insufficiently relaxed
In permanent waving, the reduction reacting is due to the addition of: - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrogen
All acid waves have 3 components consisting of the permanent waving lotion, neutralizer and : - CORRECT ANSWER Activator
Once in the cortex, the waving solution breaks the disulfide bonds through a chemical reaction called - CORRECT ANSWER Reduction
Chemical hair texturizes temporarily raise the pH of the hair in order to: - CORRECT ANSWER Soften and swell the shaft
A weak physical cross-link side bond between adjacent polypeptide chains that is broken by changes in pH is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Salt bond
Sodium hydroxide relaxers are commonly called: - CORRECT ANSWER Lye relaxers
In permanent waving, the shape & type of curl are determined by the shape & type of rod and the: - CORRECT ANSWER Wrapping method
The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Full stem curl
Chemical reactions that are characterized by or formed by giving off heat are: - CORRECT ANSWER Exothermic
Hair that is treated with hydroxide relaxers must not also be treated with: - CORRECT ANSWER Thio relaxers
Chemical services should not be performed if the scalp analysis shows any signs of: - CORRECT ANSWER Abrasions
The main active ingredient in true acid & acid-balanced waving lotion is: - CORRECT ANSWER Glycerol Monothioglycolate
The wrapping technique that provides the most control over hair ends is the - CORRECT ANSWER Double flat wrap
The most common reducing agents used in chemical texture services are: - CORRECT ANSWER Thioglycolic acid
Waves that are activated from an outside heat source are considered: - CORRECT ANSWER Endothermic
The process that stops the action of permanent wave solution and rebuilds the hair into its new form is: - CORRECT ANSWER Thio neutralization
Bacteria generally consists of an outer cell wall containing a liquid called: - CORRECT ANSWER Protoplasm
The bone that joins all of the bones of the cranium together is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Sphenoid bone
The number of individual hair strands on one square inch of the scalp indicates: - CORRECT ANSWER Hair density
The shape of the hair strand described as straight, wavy, curly or extremely curly, is known as _________________ - CORRECT ANSWER Wave pattern
Pheomelanin provides natural hair colors from ____________ to yellow & blond tones. - CORRECT ANSWER Red & ginger
___________________ is the tiny grains of pigment in the cortex that give natural color to the hair - CORRECT ANSWER Melanin
A side bond that is easily broken by strong alkaline or acidic solutions is called a(an) ______________ bond - CORRECT ANSWER disulfide
The ability of hair to stretch & return to its original form without breaking is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Elasticity
The ability of the hair to absorb moisture is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Porosity
Hair texture refers to the ____________ of the hair - CORRECT ANSWER Thickness or diameter
Hair that forms a circular pattern is called a: - CORRECT ANSWER Whirl
All hair follicles have the same structure & cycle through the same three phases, which are: - CORRECT ANSWER Anagen (growing), catagen (transitional), telogen (resting)
The cortex contains coloring matter in the form of minute grains of _________ or pigment - CORRECT ANSWER Melanin
Hair is composed of cells arranged in three layers which are: - CORRECT ANSWER Cuticle, cortex, medulla
The study of hair is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Trichology
A predisposition test is generally conducted behind the ear or __________ - CORRECT ANSWER Inside the elbow
The recommended base to use along the front hairline in order to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style is: - CORRECT ANSWER Triangular base
The hair type with a large diameter that can take longer to process hair color is: - CORRECT ANSWER Coarse textured hair
Which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine & the smooth, silky feel of healthy hair - CORRECT ANSWER Cuticle
The hair type that is very resistant to hair pressing & requires more heat & pressure is: - CORRECT ANSWER Wiry/curly
Clients with hair in questionable condition who request chemical services should be required to sign a - CORRECT ANSWER Release statement
The thickness or diameter of the individual hair strand is referred to as hair - CORRECT ANSWER Texture
A lengthwise section of hair shows that cuticle scales overlap and each individual cuticle scale is attached to the - CORRECT ANSWER Cortex
The melanin that gives black & brown color to hair - CORRECT ANSWER Eumelanin
Hair texture is determined by the diameter of individual hair - CORRECT ANSWER Strands
The ability of the hair to absorb liquids is referred to as - CORRECT ANSWER Porosity
Which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine and smooth, silky feel of healthy hair - CORRECT ANSWER Cuticle
A stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a - CORRECT ANSWER Hair and scalp examination
The main ingredient of most shampoo is - CORRECT ANSWER Water
The hair should never be brushed prior to a - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical service
The sudden falling out of hair in round patches or balding in spots is - CORRECT ANSWER Alopecia areata
A physical side bond that is easily broken by water & heat is a - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrogen bond
The epidermis layer of the skin is also known as the - CORRECT ANSWER Cuticle layer
The muscle that causes goose bumps when a person is frightened or cold is the - CORRECT ANSWER Arrector pili muscle
The underlying inner layer of the skin with is also called the derma corium, cutis, or true skin, is the - CORRECT ANSWER Dermis
If a toenail is lost through injury, how long will it take for replacement - CORRECT ANSWER 8-12 months
Which nail grows the slowest - CORRECT ANSWER The thumb
Which nails grows the fastest - CORRECT ANSWER The middle finger
The water content of the nail is between - CORRECT ANSWER 15-25%
The nail plate is constructed of approximately how many layers of nail cells - CORRECT ANSWER 100
The hardened keratin plate covering the nail bed is the - CORRECT ANSWER Nail plate
The end portion of the nail plate that reaches over the fingertip is called the - CORRECT ANSWER Free edge
The blood vessels that provide nourishment for growth of the nail are found in the - CORRECT ANSWER Nail bed
The thin layer of tissue between the nail plate & the nail bed is the - CORRECT ANSWER Bed epithelium
The skin that surrounds the nail plate is the - CORRECT ANSWER Nail fold
The average rate of growth of fingernails in normal adults is - CORRECT ANSWER 1/10"
The visible portion of the nail that rests upon & is attached to, the nail bed is called the - CORRECT ANSWER Nail body or plate
The nail unit consists of basic parts which are the nail bed, matrix bed, nail plate and ________________ - CORRECT ANSWER Cuticle, specialized ligaments, nail fold
The technical term for the nail is - CORRECT ANSWER Onyx
Onychomadesis is the separation & falling off of a nail plate, and can be traced to - CORRECT ANSWER Local infection
The natural nail is part of what system? - CORRECT ANSWER Integumentary
Depressions running across the width of the nail plate are known as - CORRECT ANSWER Beau's lines
The term for red, itchy patches of skin on the bottom of the feet and/or between toes is: - CORRECT ANSWER Tinea pedis
Tinea pedis is the medical term for: - CORRECT ANSWER Fungal infection of feet
A lump of red tissue growing up from the nail bed to the nail plate is called - CORRECT ANSWER Pyogenic granuloma
Onycholysis is the - CORRECT ANSWER Lifting of the nail
An inflammation called onychia affects the - CORRECT ANSWER Matrix bed
Paronychia, which affects the tissues surrounding the nail, is a(an) - CORRECT ANSWER Bacterial inflammation
Nail disease or deformity in general is called - CORRECT ANSWER Onychosis
A bacterium that can cause nail infections when artificial products such as tips and wraps are applied under unclean conditions - CORRECT ANSWER Pseudomonas aeruginosa
It is safe to perform nail services for clients who have - CORRECT ANSWER Eggshell nails
Onychorrhexis is characterized by abnormally brittle nail with - CORRECT ANSWER Increase crosswise curvature
Darkening of the fingernails or toenails is called - CORRECT ANSWER Melanonychia
Eggshell nails have a thin nail plate & are noticably __________ than normal - CORRECT ANSWER More flexible
Cutting of living tissue around the nail can result in - CORRECT ANSWER Hangnails
Uneven growth of the nails, usually a result of illness or injury, can cause - CORRECT ANSWER Ridges
Bruised nails may be a sign of - CORRECT ANSWER A blood clot under the nail
Hangnail or agnail is a condition of - CORRECT ANSWER Splitting of the cuticle
The technical term for white spots or a whitish discoloration of the nails is - CORRECT ANSWER Leukonychia
A nail condition that is safe to work with in the salon - CORRECT ANSWER Onychophagy
The part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe is called the - CORRECT ANSWER Free edge
Nails with noticeably thin, white nail plate that are more flexible than normal nails are - CORRECT ANSWER Eggshell nails
The lifting of the nail plate from the bed without shedding is a sign of - CORRECT ANSWER Onycholysis
The slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the natural nail plate is the - CORRECT ANSWER Hyponychium
Use of a high-pH (alkaline) shampoo can cause the hair to - CORRECT ANSWER Be brittle, be overporous, fade color
What would you NOT use to apply relaxer - CORRECT ANSWER Metal comb
What massage movement includes slapping, hacking, and light tapping - CORRECT ANSWER Tapotement
How should the head be positioned when cutting a blunt haircut - CORRECT ANSWER Tilted slightly forward
When applying makeup blending darker lines, of foundation on the sides of the nose will give the illusion that ____________________ - CORRECT ANSWER nose is more narrow
Salon professionals are not allowed to treat or diagnose infections, diseases, or abnormal conditions. Clients with such conditions should be referred to - CORRECT ANSWER a physician
The ___________ is the largest organ of the body and, when healthy, should be slightly moist, soft and flexible - CORRECT ANSWER Skin
The fibrous portion that is also the principal component of hair and nails is - CORRECT ANSWER Keratin
This clear fluid is responsible for the cleansing of skin cells, removing toxins and waste, and helps protect the skin and body from disease - CORRECT ANSWER Lymph
OSHA regulations mandate that the practitioner _______________ while performing pedicures to prevent contact with pathogens - CORRECT ANSWER Wear gloves
Pedicure footpaths must be disinfected using __________________ - CORRECT ANSWER An EPA registered hospital-grade disinfectant
What is one possible negative side-effect from overuse of a facial steamer - CORRECT ANSWER Broken capillaries
The resting phase, or telogen phase, is the final phase of the hair cycle and lasts how long - CORRECT ANSWER 3-6 months
When holding cutting shears appropriately, which finger rests in the hole of the still blade? - CORRECT ANSWER Ring finger
Staphylococci bacteria cause __________________________ in humans - CORRECT ANSWER Boils and pustules
What pus-forming bacteria grows in clusters, similar to a bunch of grapes - CORRECT ANSWER Staphlococci
The first step in disinfecting non-porous implements is - CORRECT ANSWER Remove all visible debris
What means to show no symptoms or signs of infection - CORRECT ANSWER Asymptomatic
What should a practitioner use to remove cuticle tissue from the nail plate, to clean under the free edge of the nail? - CORRECT ANSWER Wooden pusher (orange wood stick)
What attaches the nail plate to the nail bed? - CORRECT ANSWER Bed epithelium
Infection control requires two steps: cleaning, followed by: - CORRECT ANSWER Disinfection
Should a practitioner's non-porous implement come into contact with blood, proper disinfection includes: cleaning/removal of debris, followed by: - CORRECT ANSWER Disinfection with an EPA-registered disinfectant
How often should a disinfectant be changed/remixed? - CORRECT ANSWER According to the manufacturer's directions
The first step when mixing disinfecting solution is to: - CORRECT ANSWER Put on safety glasses and gloves
This substance contains a caustic alkali and is used for hair removal, works by dissolving hair at the skin's surface - CORRECT ANSWER Depilatory
Which lightening technique requires foil? - CORRECT ANSWER Weaving
During which hair life cycle stage does the hair grow? - CORRECT ANSWER Anagen
On which type of hair would you use a less alkaline perm solution? - CORRECT ANSWER Fine
How do you sanitize a porous, abrasive file? - CORRECT ANSWER Porous tools are single-use and must be discarded after each use
Acid-based shampoo is recommended for which hair type? - CORRECT ANSWER Color-treated
What side bond is broken during a wet set? - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrogen
A depilatory is a caustic alkali hair-removal preparation that contains similar ingredients as: - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical hair relaxers
According to OSHA, these sheets are to be supplied by the manufacturers of chemical products regarding the handling, mixing, storing, and disposal of those chemicals - CORRECT ANSWER SDS (Safety Data Sheet)
You will not be able to perform a chemical service if the hair has been treated with hair coloring products containing - CORRECT ANSWER Metallic salts
What is one major factor that determines the overall strength of permanent waving lotion? - CORRECT ANSWER The degree of alkalinity
Caution should be used when wrapping hair with ______________ placement during a perm, because the additional tension can cause hair breakage - CORRECT ANSWER On-Base
Which type of perm wrap follows the shape of the head? - CORRECT ANSWER Curvature
What is the outermost layer of the skin? - CORRECT ANSWER Stratum corneum
The most highly recommended hairbrushes are made from __________________ bristles, which are helpful in cleaning the hair and adding luster - CORRECT ANSWER Natural
This is the section of the pin curl between the base and the first arc of the circle, and gives the curl its direction and movement - CORRECT ANSWER Stem
Fusion-bonded extensions are removed from the natural hair by dissolving the adhesive bond with _________________ or bond remover - CORRECT ANSWER Oil
Permanent waving is a two-step process whereby hair undergoes a physical change caused by wrapping the hair on perm rods, then a _________________________ change caused by the actions of the permanent waving lotion and neutralizer - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical
How far away from the scalp should you apply relaxer on virgin hair? - CORRECT ANSWER 1/4-1/2" away
This process equalizes the porosity of the hair and deposits color in one application, in order to provide a uniform contributing pigment on pre-lightened hair - CORRECT ANSWER Color filler
When choosing a hair color formula, what color would you include to neutralize red? - CORRECT ANSWER Green
Underlightened hair will have what result? - CORRECT ANSWER Yellow-orange
Part the hair into how many sections when performing a relaxer? - CORRECT ANSWER 4
What is NOT affected by a relaxer or perm? - CORRECT ANSWER Medulla
To identify any possible allergies to hair color, the FDA requires that a patch test be given to a client ______ hours prior to each application of an aniline derivative hair color. - CORRECT ANSWER 24-48 hours
Which of the following materials must you avoid coming into contact with hydrogen peroxide? - CORRECT ANSWER Metal
Slide cutting should only be performed when the hair is: - CORRECT ANSWER Wet
Choose this type of brush to speed up the blow-drying process and add lift to the scalp, especially on fine hair: - CORRECT ANSWER Vent brush
Simple, two-strand braid in which hair is picked up from the sides and added to strands as they are crossed over each other - CORRECT ANSWER Fishtail braid
What type of shampoo should be used to remove product build-up - CORRECT ANSWER Clarifying shampoo
What is created when two primary colors are mixed - CORRECT ANSWER Secondary color [Show Less]