Cosmetology State board study guide Flashcards
(110 cards)
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The barber pole-symbol of the barber surgeon has it’s roots in a medical produce called?
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Bloodletting
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Your license will unlock countless doors for employment; however, your career will be fueled with?
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Personal dedication and passion
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Professionals who have an easy time talking about themselves and listening to others have developed effective.
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Communication Skills
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Useful products disposal guidelines and medical and first aid information can be found on a?
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MSDS
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Nonpathogenic bacteria are which of the following?
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Harmless
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Which of the following is an example of a multi-use item?
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Nippers
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unfavorable conditions for mitosis include?
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Toxins, disease, and injury
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The uppermost and largest bone of the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder is the?
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Humorous
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The inner and larger bone of the forearm, attached at the wrist and located on the side of the little finger is a ?
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Ulna
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The muscle that covers the back of the neck and upper and middle region of the back is the?
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Trapezius
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The main arteries that supply blood to the head, neck, and face are the?
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Common carotid arteries
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Insulin, adrenaline, and estrogen are examples of?
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Hormones
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All of the following are appendages of the skin EXCEPT?
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A Pineal gland
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The epidermis layer of the skin is also known as the?
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Cuticle layer
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The stratum germinativum is composed of several layers with special cells that produce a dark skin pigment.
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Melanin
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Which of the following is a function of the skin?
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Sensation, excretion, and heat regulation
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A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called?
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Lesions
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A larger blister containing a watery fluid is a ?
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Bulla
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An inflamed pimple containing pus is a ?
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Pustule
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The main food source for acne bacteria is a ?
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Fatty acids
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The rays of the sun that causes sunburn and tanning and are also known as a burning rays are a ?
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UVB rays
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The water content of the natural nail directly affects the nails ?
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Flexibility
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Any deformity or disease of the nail in general is called?
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Onychosis
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A highly contagious skin disease caused by a parasite called a mite is a ?
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Scabies
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Hair that has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing is ?
Coarse Hair
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Chemical services performed on hair with low porosity require a solution that is ?
More Alkaline
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The branch of science that applies to substances that contain carbon is called?
organic chemistry
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A common volatile organic compound used in hair spray is?
Ethyl alcohol
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The path of an electric current from the generating source back to the original source is an?
Complete circuit
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The element of hair design that defines forms and space is ?
Line
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The type of line used to make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower is a?
vertical line
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Curved lines repeating in opposite directions create a?
curves
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The element used to define texture and line and tie design elements together is ?
color
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A single line of color, or a series of repeated lines, creates a ?
bold, dramatic accent
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Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design is called?
balance
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The regular pulsation or recurrent pattern of movement in a design is the?
rhythm
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The principle of hair design that holds all elements of design together is ?
harmony
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The main ingredient in most shampoo is ?
water
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The water attracting the head of the surfactant molecule is?
hydrophilic
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When securing a cape as draping for a basic shampoo, do not let the cape touch the clients skin.
client's skin
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When you are building weight in a haircut, the hair should be ?
below 90 degrees
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The conversation where the practitioner finds out what the client is looking for is the?
client consultation
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The thickness or diameter of each hair strand is referred to ?
texture
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Before purchasing shears, the stylist should?
analyze the cost of the shears, determine how many pairs that are needed, and ask about the service agreement.
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When cutting hair a general rule of thumb is to stand or sit directly in front of the area you are cutting and to keep your body weight.
centered
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the technique that allows you to cut hair very close to the scalp, creating a flat top or square shape is?
clipper over comb
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Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have bristle mixture consisting of?
a boar and nylon
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Hairstyling that doesn't alter the natural curl or coil patterns of the hair is known as a?
natural hairstyling
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The method of locking where portions of hair are placed between the palms of both hands and rolled in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction is?
twisting or rolling
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Prior to a full color application to a wig or hairpiece, it is recommended to perform a?
strand test
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Chemical side bonds formed when two sulfur type chains are joined together.
disulfide bonds
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In permanent waving, the shape and type of curl are determined by the type of rod and the?
wrapping method
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The angle at which a permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as?
base direction
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The active ingredient or reducing agent and alkaline permanent waves is a?
ammonia thioglycolate
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Moles, acid waves, shoes, and salons have a pH value between:
7.8-8.2
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The process of rearranging the basic structure of curly hair into a straightener or smooth the form is?
chemical hair, relaxing
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Sodium hydroxide relaxers are commonly called?
lye relaxer
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Relaxers are often marketed and sold as no lye relaxers are?
potassium hydroxide relaxers
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The difference in the swing of most chemical her, relaxing by the concentration of ?
hydroxide
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A combination of thio relaxer and a thio permanent wrapped on a large rod is a ?
soft curl permanent
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When all 3 primary colors are present in a equal proportions, the resulting color is ?
brown
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A color obtained by mixing equal parts of two primary colors is a ?
secondary color
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Colors that can look deeper than their actual level are?
cool tones
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Natural, Vegetables, and metallic hair colors are also known as?
gradual colors
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The most commonly used developer in hair color is?
hydrogen peroxide
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During the process of decolonizing natural hair can go through as many as?
10 stages
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Clients with hair in a questionable condition who request chemical services should be required to sign a ?
release statement
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When applying color using the brush and Bowman fit, the mixing bowl should be ?
nonmetallic
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Lighteners that have a thicker consistency and give more control on the scalp lightener are?
cream lightener
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The color is technique that involves coloring some strands of hair lighter than the natural hair color is?
highlighting
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A hair removal service should not be performed on client's taking the medication containing?
Retin A
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So soft and brows saturate, pledgets, or towel with?
warm water
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The thick epilator that doesn't require the use of fabric strips for removal is?
cold wax
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To prevent contact with any possible blood-borne pathogens doing a hair removal treatment use?
disposable
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What supplies what areas should be should be removed using?
fabric strips
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Remaining wax residue can be safely removed from the skin with a gentle?
wax remover
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The effective epilator treatment that uses a thick paste easily removed with water is?
sugaring
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Clients who present skin and abnormalities, open sores, or fever blisters should be referred to an?
physician
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A cream type Amazon applied to the face and rolled off the skin is a ?
gommage
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An enzyme peel that does not drive the skin and can be used during a steam treatment is the?
powder form
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Product used to increase the water concept of the skin surface are?
moisturizers
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Water binding agents and moisturizers and are also known as?
humectants
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Mask that contain special crystals and try to a plaster like consistency are?
modelage mask
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Every massage should begin and end with which massage movement?
effleurage
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A kneading movement that is performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue with light firm pressure is?
petrissage
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A darker shade of eye color makes the natural color of the iris appear?
lighter
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When applying mascara on a client, use a mascara wand that is?
disposable
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Heavy makeup that is used for theatrical purposes is?
greasepaint
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The well proportioned facial shape considered the ideal is ?
oval
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When learning corrective makeup techniques the face is divided into three:
horizontal sections
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The procedure of applying individual eyelashes directly on the client's own lashes at the base is called?
eye tabbing
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Essential oils are extracted using various forms of distillation from which of the following?
seeds, plant resin, and wood
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Pedicures are a basic part of hygiene and good?
foot care
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Pedicure stations should have a chair with armrests for the client, ergonomic chair for the nail professional:
footrest for clients
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Benefits or paraffin bath include all of the following EXCEPT?
reduction of heat sensitivity
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A unique method of applying pressure with the thumb and index finger so the hands and feet is?
reflexology
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Cutting nail tips with a metal or toenail clipper because the nail tips weaken and?
crack
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Fabric wraps are made from silk, fiberglass, and?
linen
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A nail supply that is placed under the free edge to extend a nail enhancement is a?
nail form
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For natural nail preparation select a medium abrasive file with ?
180 grit
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Caution should be used when filing gel nails because they are?
soft
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A test wise student begins to prepare for a test by practicing good study habits and ?
time management
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A small salon that is owned by an individual or two or more partners is called a ?
independence salon
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The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is ?
networking
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In the Cosmetology industry or service industry, putting clients first is?
required
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Scheduling is central to a salon business; it is respectful to clients and coworkers to be?
punctual
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One of the best ways to improve your performance is to?
find a role model
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A salary plus commission structure is used to motivate practitioners to increase:
productivity
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The federal agency that requires that the ingredients of cosmetics preparation be available to employees is ?
OSHA
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Good business operations require a simple and efficient?
record system
