Milady Practice Exam Cosmetology 100 Questions with Verified Answers
The Deepest layer of the epidermis, the basal cell layer, is also known as the -
... [Show More] CORRECT ANSWER Stratum Germinativum
The layer of skin that is composed of several layers of different-shaped cells and is responsible for the growth of the epidermis is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Stratum Germinativum
Cosmetology professionals are only allowed to use products that remove dead skin from the: - CORRECT ANSWER stratum corneum
The layer of skin that we see and is treated by the practitioner is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Corneum
The fatty layer found below the dermis is the: - CORRECT ANSWER Subcutaneous
The muscle that causes goose bumps when a person is frightened or cold is the___ - CORRECT ANSWER Arrector Pili Muscle
The tiny granules of coloring matter deposited in cells that provide skin with its color are: - CORRECT ANSWER Melanin
The two types of duct glands that extract materials from the blood to form new substances are: - CORRECT ANSWER Sudoriferous & Sebaceous Glands
Water is the number one nutrient of the body and composes what percentage of the body's weight? - CORRECT ANSWER 50 to 70%
The principal functions of the skin are protection, sensation, heat regulation, excretion, and: - CORRECT ANSWER Secretion & Absorption
The three main layers of the hair shaft are the cuticle, cortex, and: - CORRECT ANSWER Medulla Layer
A weak, temporary side bond that is easily broken by water and heat is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrogen Bond
All natural hair color is the result of pigment located in the cortex called: - CORRECT ANSWER Melanin
Oily hair and scalp are caused by improper washing or overactive: - CORRECT ANSWER Sebaceous Glands
The average growth of healthy scalp hair is about ______ per month. - CORRECT ANSWER 1/2 inch
A condition that is characterized by brittleness and the formation of nodular swellings along the hair shaft is: - CORRECT ANSWER Trichorrhexis Nodosa
The medial term that is used to describe dandruff is: - CORRECT ANSWER Pityriasis
Tinea is characterized by itching scales and sometimes painful circular lesions and is caused by: - CORRECT ANSWER Fungus
An infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice is: - CORRECT ANSWER Pediculosis Capitis
A carbuncle is an inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue caused by: - CORRECT ANSWER Staphylococci
The type of fungal infection that is characterized by red papules or spots at the opening of the hair follicle is: - CORRECT ANSWER Tinea Capitis
Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Crust
The lipophilic tail of a surfactant molecule is considered to be: - CORRECT ANSWER Oil Attracting
The water-attracting head of the surfactant molecule is: - CORRECT ANSWER Hydrophilic
Shampoos that help close the hair cuticle and are balanced to the pH of skin and hair are: - CORRECT ANSWER Acid-Balanced
Shampoos that contain special chemicals or drugs that are effective in reducing excessive dandruff or relieving other scalp conditions are: - CORRECT ANSWER Medicated Shampoos
The hair should never be brushed prior to a: - CORRECT ANSWER Chemical Service
When providing a scalp massage, use the length of the fingers, fingertip balls, and the cushions of the: - CORRECT ANSWER Palms
Brushes with bristles that have tiny overlapping layers or scales, which clean and add luster to the hair, are: - CORRECT ANSWER Natural
During the shampoo procedure, the water should be monitored for: - CORRECT ANSWER Volume & Temperature
Shampoos that are created by combining the surfactant base with basic color pigments are: - CORRECT ANSWER Color-enhancing
Products that do not remove artificial color from the hair are considered to be: - CORRECT ANSWER Nonstripping
Shampoo that can leave the hair dry and brittle and cause fading in color-treated hair is: - CORRECT ANSWER High-pH Shampoo
Characteristics that are associated with particular skin types are referred to as skin: - CORRECT ANSWER Conditions
The amount of sebum produced by the sebaceous glands determines the size of the: - CORRECT ANSWER Pores
Dry skin that is not producing enough sebum is also known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Alipidic
Hydrators that are thick in texture and bind water to the skin are used for: - CORRECT ANSWER Dehydrated Skin
Products that are designed to lower the pH of skin after cleaning and aid in the removal of excess cleaning products are: - CORRECT ANSWER Toners
A cream-type enzyme applied to the face and rolled off the skin after forming a crust is a: - CORRECT ANSWER Gommage
The stratum germinativum is composed of several layers with special cells that produce a dark skin pigment called: - CORRECT ANSWER Melanin
Products used to increase the water content of the skin surface are: - CORRECT ANSWER Moisturizers
Water-binding agents in moisturizers contain emollients or hydrators also known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Humectants
The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, or other movements is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Massage
The impact of a massage treatment depends upon the amount of pressure, direction of movement, and: - CORRECT ANSWER Duration of Manipulation
A kneading movement that is performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue with light, firm pressure is: - CORRECT ANSWER Petrissage
The black cord and plug of the negative electrode on a galvanic machine is called the: - CORRECT ANSWER Cathode
A mechanical exfoliation that uses a closed vacuum to shoot crystals onto the skin is: - CORRECT ANSWER Microdermabrasion
A section of hair molded in circular movements in preparation for the formation of a pin curl is a __ - CORRECT ANSWER Shaping
The most commonly shaped pin curl base is the __ - CORRECT ANSWER Arc Base
The hair type that is very resistant to hair pressing and requires more heat and pressure is __ - CORRECT ANSWER Wiry/Curly
To change the natural wave pattern of hair, the side bond of what layer of hair must be broken? - CORRECT ANSWER Cortex
The range of numbers used in the pH scale is - CORRECT ANSWER 0 to 14
In restructuring process, coarse, resistant hair with strong compact cuticle requires a chemical solution that is: - CORRECT ANSWER Highly Alkaline
Chains that are formed by peptide bonds that are linked together are: - CORRECT ANSWER Polypeptide Bonds
Chemical-based side bonds that are formed when two sulfur-type chains are joined together are: - CORRECT ANSWER Disulfide Bonds
More then any other single factor, what determines the ability for the hair to cold a curl? - CORRECT ANSWER Elasticity
In permanent waving, the size of the curl is determined by the: - CORRECT ANSWER Rod Size
In the permanent waving, panels of hair are divided into smaller sub-sections called: - CORRECT ANSWER Base Sections
In the croquignole method of wrapping , the hair is wound from: - CORRECT ANSWER Ends to Scalp
An acid with low pH that is the primary reducing agent in acid waves is: - CORRECT ANSWER Glyceryl Monothioglycolate
All acid waves have three components consisting of the waving lotion, neutralizer, and: - CORRECT ANSWER Activator
Waves that are activated from an outside heat source are considered: - CORRECT ANSWER Endothermic
Relaxers that contains only one component and are used without mixing are: - CORRECT ANSWER Metal Hydroxide Relaxers
To avoid over-processing an scalp irritation in a virgin relaxers application, start at least: - CORRECT ANSWER 1/4 inch Away From Scalp
Conditioners with an acidic pH that conditions an restores the natural pH of hair after a relaxer but prior to shampooing are: - CORRECT ANSWER Normalizing Solution
During a retouch relaxer application, to avoid over-processing or hair breakage, Do Not: - CORRECT ANSWER Overlapped the relaxer
Hair that is treated with hydroxide relaxers must not be treated with: - CORRECT ANSWER Thio relaxers
Along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style, the recommended base to use is: - CORRECT ANSWER Triangular Base
Arc pin curls are also known as half-moon or: - CORRECT ANSWER C-Shaped Based Curls
Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a: - CORRECT ANSWER Wave
A type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to finger wave is: - CORRECT ANSWER Waving Lotion
To create curls in using rollers, the hair should be wrapped around the roller: - CORRECT ANSWER Two-and-a-Half Turns
When securing a roller, one end of the clip should be under the roller and one end __ - CORRECT ANSWER Inside the Roller
Another term used to describe back-brushing is __ - CORRECT ANSWER Ruffing
Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is known as __ - CORRECT ANSWER Teasing
Large, flat brushes with staggered pin patterns used for mid-to-longer hair length are __ - CORRECT ANSWER Paddle Brushes
The edges on flat irons that create smooth, straight styles on very curly hair are __ - CORRECT ANSWER Straight
A pressing comb with less space between the teeth produces a(n) __ - CORRECT ANSWER Smooth Press
After heating a pressing comb, the temperature of the comb should be tested using __ - CORRECT ANSWER Light Paper
A hard press is also known as a __ - CORRECT ANSWER Double-Comb Press
The press performed when the hair becomes curly again due to perspiration or dampness is a __ - CORRECT ANSWER Touch-Up
A true classic hairdo created out of a simple ponytail that can be a simple style or dressed up is a(n) __ - CORRECT ANSWER Chignon
A skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands. Inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness - CORRECT ANSWER Seborrheic dermatitis
Elevation on the skin that contains no fluid, but may develop into a pustule: - CORRECT ANSWER Papule
A dry, scaly skin condition due to a deficiency or absence of sebum caused by old age and exposure to cold is: - CORRECT ANSWER Asteatosis
Distended capillaries caused by constant overdilation and weakening of the capillary walls are known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Telangiectasis
Contrasting lines that are horizontal and vertical lines that create a hard edge and form __ - CORRECT ANSWER 90 Degree Angle
A contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is: - CORRECT ANSWER Herpes Simplex
When executing an updo always inspect the shape you are building from every angle to determine: - CORRECT ANSWER Well Balance & Proportioned
A long chain of amino acids linked by peptide bonds is called: - CORRECT ANSWER Polypeptide Bonds
A fiber protein that is the principal component of hair, skin, and nails is: - CORRECT ANSWER Keratin
A weak, temporary side bond between adjacent polypeptide chains (Salt bonds are easily broken by changes in pH, and re-form when the pH has returned to normal) : - CORRECT ANSWER Salt Bond
Lines a constant distance apart in the same direction that are used to create width in a hair design - CORRECT ANSWER Horizontal Lines
Usually curved lines that are used to blend & soften horizonal or vertical lines - CORRECT ANSWER Transitional Lines
Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design: - CORRECT ANSWER Balance
The part of the overall design that the client will respond to first : - CORRECT ANSWER Silhouette
A single line of color or a series of repeated lines can create a : - CORRECT ANSWER Bold, Dramatic Accent
Hairstyle choice should create volume around the areas between the temples and jaw, by adding width around the ear area - CORRECT ANSWER Square facial shape
Is the outline of the face, head, or figure seen in a side view - CORRECT ANSWER Profile
The treatment that passes water through a porous substance, such as charcoal or a filter, to be purified is known as: - CORRECT ANSWER Filtration [Show Less]