Comprehensive Exam

Question 1

What is not a common result of extreme weight loss?

Answer 1

Abnormal hair growth.

Question 2

Can result in loss of muscle tone & lined & sagging skin, which in turn gives the skin an “aged” appearance.

Answer 2

Extreme weight loss.

Question 3

Your interview outfit should be fashionable & flattering, as well as similar to the establishment’s…

Answer 3

Style culture.

Question 4

The scientific study of the hair & its diseases.

Answer 4

Trichology.

Question 5

Rusting iron & burning wood are examples of a change in what type of properties?

Answer 5

Chemical.

Question 6

Most stimulating form of massage.

Answer 6

Tapotement.

Question 7

What is the correct order of products for an application procedure?

Answer 7

Cleanser, massage cream or lotion, mask, toner, moisturizer, other products.

Question 8

The tail of a surfactant molecule is ___ or oil loving.

Answer 8

Lipophilic.

Question 9

When purchasing new equipment, what is not a consideration?

Answer 9

Space needed & costs to clients.

Question 10

What type of bacteria are harmful microorganisms that can cause disease or infection in humans when they invade the body?

Answer 10

Pathogenic.

Question 11

What can you help clients do by speaking to them in a quiet & professional matter?

Answer 11

Relax.

Question 12

Term for colors that are formed by mixing equl amounts of a secondary color & its neighboring primary color.

Answer 12

Tertiary colors.

Question 13

How fast does hair grow?

Answer 13

6 inches per year.

Question 14

How can you prevent cross-contamination with a paraffin wax heater?

Answer 14

Use a plastic sleeve.

Question 15

What should you do at the end of the service?

Answer 15

Book the client’s next appointment.

Question 16

Puncture-proof biohazard container for disposal of lancets, syringes, needles, & other sharp objects that can be used during procedures.

Answer 16

Sharps container.

Question 17

New phenomenon caused by looking down at a cell phone or other electronic device.

has created a demand for specialty topical treatments that include antioxidants, growth factor serums, & additional measures.

Answer 17

Tech neck.

Question 18

___ when lifting.

Answer 18

Exhale.

Question 19

When should you check the water level on the steamer?

Answer 19

Before pre-heating & regularly thereafter.

Question 20

You should be true to your word by choosing your words carefully &…

Answer 20

Honestly.

Question 21

Specialized organs that produce chemicals, including hormones necessary for various body systems to function optimally.

Answer 21

Glands.

Question 22

Specialized organs that remove & convert elements from the blood.

Answer 22

Glands.

Question 23

The application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of wrinkles, capillaries, pigmentation, or unwanted hair.

Answer 23

Light therapy.

Question 24

Water makes up ___ percent of the body’s weight & is necessary for virtually every function of the cells & body.

Answer 24

50 to 70.

Question 25

What is an esthetician's primary focus?

Answer 25

Preserving, protecting, & nourishing the skin.

Question 26

Where is the hair bulb located?

Answer 26

Base of the follicle.

Question 27

If your client is allergic to aspirin, then you should not use products derived from...

Answer 27

Willow bark.

Question 28

What causes transepidermal water loss?

Answer 28

Evaporation.

Question 29

When in the facial process should a calming, hydrating mask be applied?

Answer 29

Only at the end.

Question 30

Salt is an example of a...

Answer 30

Pure substance.

Question 31

What is the term for a flat spot or discoloration of the skin, such as a freckle.

Answer 31

Macule.

Question 32

When waxing the lip, where are there often nuisance hairs that bother the client?

Answer 32

The vermillion border.

Question 33

What culture frequently bathed in olive oil?

Answer 33

Ancient greek.

Question 34

What is another name for threading?

Answer 34

Banding.

Question 35

Disinfection is not effective against...

Answer 35

Bacterial spores.

Question 36

What are liposomes?

Answer 36

Closed-lipid bilayer spheres.

Question 37

What is anhidrosis?

Answer 37

Deficiency in perspiration.

Question 38

As part of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) categories, first-aid measures include important symptoms/effects, as well as...

Answer 38

First aid instructions.

Question 39

The binding of a protein molecule to a glucose molecule.

Answer 39

Glycation.

Question 40

Professional service designed to improve & rejuvenate the skin.

Answer 40

Facial.

Question 41

Disinfectants are ___ & can be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Answer 41

Pesticides.

Question 42

What is a likely trend in the esthetics industry?

Answer 42

More male clients.

Question 43

The basic question or problem in a test question is known as a...

Answer 43

Stem.

Question 44

What typeof magnificent public buildings were the ancient romans famous for constructing?

Answer 44

Bathhouses.

Question 45

What causes the body to produce its own vitamin D?

Answer 45

Exposure to the sun.

Question 46

...keep the body in a chronic inflammatory state that is painful & inhibits healing.

Answer 46

Biofilms.

Question 47

Anchors hair to the skin cells & is part of the hair located at the bottom of the follicle below the surface of the skin.

Answer 47

Hair root.

Question 48

What is papaya used for?

Answer 48

Exfoliation.

Question 49

Thermal or heat-producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration that is commonly used for scalp & facial treatments.

Answer 49

Tesla high-frequency current.

Question 50

Do not affect the appearance of skin but are necessary for product formulation. They can act as vehicles that allow products to spread, give products body & texture, & give products a specific form such as a lotion, cream, or gel.

Answer 50

Functional ingredients.

Question 51

typically oil-free products formulated with humectants to attract water to the skin.

Answer 51

Hydrators.

Question 52

What is another name for foundation?

Answer 52

Base makeup.

Question 53

Which face shape has long been considered the ideal?

Answer 53

Oval.

Question 54

Mainly small, solidified impactions of oil without cell matter.

Answer 54

Sebaceous filaments.

Question 55

Breast surgery that enlarges the breasts or reconstructs them.

Answer 55

Mammoplasty.

Question 56

Microcurrent can be used to...

Answer 56

Increase muscle tone & restore elasticity.

Question 57

AKA alkalis, compounds made of hydrogen, a metal, & oxygen.

Answer 57

Bases.

Question 58

Used to measure the skin type's ability to tolerate ultraviolet exposure.

Answer 58

Fitzpatrick scale.

Question 59

What is sometimes known as a "loupe"?

Answer 59

Magnifying lamp.

Question 60

An apparatus that changes direct current to alternating current is an..

Answer 60

Inverter.

Question 61

Largest & most complex mass of nerve tissue in the body.

Answer 61

The brain.

Question 62

What effect does sclerotherapy have on varicose veins?

Answer 62

Minimizes them.

Question 63

Owning your own business or renting a botth in an existing salon, spa, barbershop requires...

Answer 63

A strong line of credit.

Question 64

What function does the rotary brush perform?

Answer 64

Light exfoliation.

Question 65

The vast majority of contaminants & pathogens can be removed from the surfaces of tools & implements through proper...

Answer 65

Cleaning.

Question 66

Inflammatory & vascular disorder with multiple causes that are not completely understood. Progressive disorder that starts w/ flushing & increasing bouts of redness. Visible vessels & skin sensitivity are symptoms.

Answer 66

Rosacea.

Question 67

Has been linked to disfiguring infections associated w/ pedicure bowls.

Answer 67

Mycobacterium.

Question 68

Inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin. Is acute or chronic in nature. Has dry or moist lesions.

Answer 68

Eczema.

Question 69

Classifications that describe a person's genetic skin attributes.

Answer 69

Skin type.

Question 70

It takes most new shops ___ to begin operating at full capacity.

Answer 70

6 months.

Question 71

As you work, your neck should be...

Answer 71

Elongated & balanced above the shoulders.

Question 72

What hue does sallow skin sallow skin have?

Answer 72

Yellowish.

Question 73

Redness caused by inflammation.

Answer 73

Erythema.

Question 74

What must estheticians be in order to perform deep tissue work?

Answer 74

Licensed massage therapists (LMTs).

Question 75

Ingredients that originate from from a plant, including herbs, roots, flowers, fruits, leaves, & seeds.

Answer 75

Botanicals.

Question 76

The muscle extending alongside the skin that pulls down the corners of the mouth.

Answer 76

Triangularis.

Question 77

Largest organ of the body & the first line of defense against infection & water loss. Regulates water temp, perceives sensation, produces vitamin D, & has absorption capabilities.

Answer 77

Integumentary system.

Question 78

What does the central nervous system trigger when affected by massage?

Answer 78

Relaxation.