| With the exception of the teeth, the hardest tissue in the body is: | bone |
| Hair is approximately 90 percent: | protein |
| Which of these conditions is a contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions?
herpes simplex I
impetigo
dyschromia
psoriasis | impetigo |
| Which term refers to an abnormal condition of all or part of the body that makes it incapable of carrying on normal function?pathogen
virus
bacteria
disease | disease |
| When performing the weekly cleaning of a foot spa, how long should you leave the disinfectant in the basin? | overnight |
| All of the following are examples of connective tissue EXCEPT:
adipose tissue
cartilage
blood
skin | skin |
| Matter does NOT exist in which form?
solid
liquid
energy
gas | energy |
| At what time of day is UV exposure typically highest? | 10 AM to 3 PM |
| Which type of alopecia describes temporary hair loss at the end of a pregnancy?
alopecia totalis
alopecia areata
postpartum alopecia
androgenic alopecia | postpartum alopecia |
| Pus contains _____, bacteria, and dead cells. | white blood cells |
| The _____ is hardened keratin that sits on and covers the nail bed. | nail plate |
| Which of the following is a colorless gas with a pungent odor composed of hydrogen and nitrogen?
silicone
alkanolamine
glycerin
ammonia | ammonia |
| Which muscle of the mouth draws the corner of the mouth out and back?
risorius muscle
triangularis muscle
orbicularis oris muscle
mentalis muscle | risorius muscle |
| The clear, transparent skin layer just under the surface through which light passes is the:
stratum granulosum
stratum germinativum
stratum corneum
stratum lucidum | stratum lucidum |
| UV light causes chemical reactions to happen more quickly than visible light, and:
kills some germs
produces more heat than visible light
is more penetrating than visible light
has a long wavelength | kills some germs |
| Which type of circulation takes deoxygenated blood to the lungs for oxygenation?
systemic
local
pulmonary
lymphatic | pulmonary |
| Which nerve of the lower leg and feet is also called the anterior tibial nerve?
musculocutaneous nerve
common peroneal nerve
deep peroneal nerve
saphenous nerve | deep peroneal nerve |
| Common places for allergic contact dermatitis on a client include all of the following EXCEPT:
neckline
scalp
hairline
soles of the feet | soles of the feet |
| Which of the following is NOT found in the reticular layer?
lymph vessels
nerve endings
oil glands
melanocytes | melanocytes |
| Which statement about surfactant molecules is correct?
The head and tail are both lipophilic.
The head and tail are both hydrophilic
The head is hydrophilic and the tail is lipophilic.
The head is lipophilic and the tail is hydrophilic. | The head is hydrophilic and the tail is lipophilic |
| Which layer of hair provides a barrier that protects the inner structure of hair? | hair cuticle |
| Continued, repeated pressure on any part of the skin can cause it to thicken and develop into a: | callus |
| The muscle that originates at the upper portion of the fibula and bends the foot down is the: | soleus |
| When cleaning a foot spa at the end of the day, you should fill the basin with _____ and chelating detergent.
hot water
concentrated disinfectant
warm water
diluted disinfectant | warm water |
| The muscle of the neck that lowers and rotates the head is the: | sternocleidomastoideus |
| Most quats solutions disinfect implements in:
5 minutes
4 minutes
3 minutes
10 minutes | 10 min |
| What name is given to all of the forms of energy that exist?
radio waves
gamma rays
electromagnetic spectrum
ultraviolet light | electromagnetic spectrum |
| To prevent premature skin aging, you should make daily use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least: | 15 |
| Which of the following, also called a base, is a compound that reacts with acids to form salts?
anion
emulsifier
alkali
cation | alkali |
| A _____ is a substance that allows oil and water to mix, or emulsify. | surfactant |
| The skin and sweat glands are part of which body system? | integumentary |
| What is the medical branch of science that deals with the study of skin? | dermatology |
| Which of the following is NOT one of the three bones that composes the ankle joint?
fibula
femur
talus
tibia | femur |
| The study of the functions and activities performed by the body’s structures is:
physics
physiology
histology
anatomy | physiology |
| A person with albinism will have:
a birthmark
hyperpigmentation in spots that are not elevated
silky white hair
an abnormal brown-colored or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape | silky white hair |
| The two bones that form the sides and top of the cranium are the: | parietal bones |
| Miliaria rubra is an inflammation of the sweat glands that is also known as:
chicken pox
dermatitis
prickly heat
rosacea | prickly heat |
| What is the colorless, jelly-like substance found inside cells?
cell membrane
water
protoplasm
carbohydrates | protoplasm |
| The technical term for brittle hair is: | fragilitas crinium |
| An ion with a positive electrical charge is called a(n): | cation |
| The _____ are slits or furrows on each side of the nail. | nail grooves |
| Impulses are carried from the brain to the muscles by _____ nerve fibers. | motor |
| An applicator used to direct electric current from an electrotherapy device to a client's skin is a(n): | electrode |
| A collection of similar cells that perform a particular function is called: | tissue |
| The portion of the hair that projects above the skin is the: | hair shaft |
| Two or more immiscible substances combine with a special binding ingredient to create a(n): | emulsion |
| The thickened, club-shaped structure that forms the lower part of the hair root is the: | hair bulb |
| Which gland plays a major role in sexual development, sleep, and metabolism?
pituitary gland
pineal gland
thyroid gland
sweat gland | pineal gland |
| The _____ nerve is the sensory-motor nerve that, with its branches, supplies the thumb side of the arm and back of the hand. | radial |
| Conventional hood hair dryers:
can be used to shorten chemical processing time
contain tourmaline, which helps combat static electricity
produce moist, uniform heat
are also known as accelerating machines | can be used to shorten chemical processing time |
| Which of these is a ringworm fungus of the foot?
tinea capitis
tinea pedis
tinea barbae
folliculitis barbae | tinea pedis |
| The process in which cells reproduce and divide into two identical cells is called: | mitosis |
| Which of the following work surfaces should be disinfected daily?
shampoo sinks
tables
doorknobs and handles
styling stations | doorknobs and handles |
| Which process is used to soften and emulsify oil deposits in hair follicles and treat acne conditions?
iontophoresis
microcurrent
desincrustation
cataphoresis | desincrustation |
| Amino acids are joined by _____ bonds. | peptide |
| The _____ muscles of the chest assist in the swinging movement of the arms. | pectoralis |
| Which skin disorder is characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands from retained secretions?
rosacea
acne
psoriasis
nevus | acne |
| What is another name for the wrist? | carpus |
| You should wash your hands thoroughly: | before and after every service |
| The U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue and its muscles is the:
thorax
mandible
hyoid bone
sphenoid bone | hyoid bone |
| The _____ nervous system controls all voluntary muscle actions. | central |
| A skin disease caused by an infestation of head lice is called: | pediculosis capitis |
| Which term refers to an inflammation of the skin caused by touching certain chemicals or substances?
contact dermatitis
scales
hyperhidrosis
excoriation | contact dermatitis |
| The ability of the hair to stretch and return to its original length without breaking is called hair: | elasticity |
| The balance, or the hue, of color seen in the hair is referred to as: | tone |
| Which of the following is NOT a semi-permanent way to attach a toupee?
tracks
sewing
clips
adhesive | clips |
| Which facial shape is about one and a half times longer than its width across the brow?
oval
diamond
square
round | oval |
| Which type of haircolor is used to match, lighten, and cover gray hair? | permanent |
| high frequency | Which type of machine uses a glass electrode filled with a gas, such as neon?
microcurrent
LED
high-frequency
galvanic current |
| papules | Acne _____ are red pimples that do not have a pus head. |
| discourage the client from asking questions as you work | When performing facial treatments, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
speak in a quiet and professional manner
follow systematic procedures
be sure your hands are warm before touching the client's face
discourage the client from asking questions as you work |
| non foaming | Cleansing milks are:
non-foaming
removed with a dry cloth
exfoliating
recommended for oily skin |
| elasticity | Wrinkles around the eyes and jawline or sagging skin is the result of the loss of the skin’s:
melanin
elasticity
follicles
sebum |
| aromatherapy | The therapeutic use of essential oils for beauty and health treatment is called:
aromatherapy
gommage
fulling
pétrissage |
| upward circular movements | During the skin analysis procedure, cleansing milk is applied to the face using:
downward stroking movements
upward and swift movements
upward circular movements
upward rolling movements |
| exfoliant | A(n) _____ is a product used to remove excess dead cells from the skin surface. |
| chalky | If the foundation color chosen is too light, it will appear:
shiny
chalky
uneven
muddy |
| stimulation of nerves | Proper facial and scalp massage does NOT result in:
stimulation of nerves
increased circulation
stimulation of muscle fibers
softer and more pliable skin |
| grease paint | The heavy pancake-type makeup that is used for theatrical purposes is called: |
| weekly | As a general rule, how often should normal skin be massaged? |
| active | When using galvanic current, the electrode that is applied directly to the client's skin is the _____ electrode. |
| distilled | What type of water should be used in most steamers? |
| red | What color is the plug and cord for an anode on a typical galvanic machine?
white
red
gray
black |
| alcohol | Spray-on instant sanitizers are not recommended for brush cleaning because the _____ in them can dry out brushes over time. |
| oily | When determining skin type, the presence of obvious pores indicates areas of _____ skin. |
| feather them off gently | If you have to remove your hands from the client's face while performing facial manipulations, you should:
remove them quickly and immediately
feather them off gently
tap the skin three times and then remove them
squeeze the skin gently three times and then remove them |
| upward and outward | During the skin analysis procedure, you should remove facial cleanser from the face using _____ movements. |
| oil based | Which type of eye makeup remover is typically used to break down the latex glue used to apply false eyelashes?
oil-based
powder-based
alcohol-based
water-based |
| blue | Which of these is a cool color?
blue
orange
yellow
red |
| widen the distance between the eyebrows | If the client has close-set eyes, you should:
make the eyebrows almost straight
widen the distance between the eyebrows
build up the inside corners of the eyebrows
arch the eyebrows high |
| earlobe | When using light tapping movements during a facial massage, you should work from the chin to the:
nose
forehead
earlobe
mouth |
| a pacemaker | Electrotherapy should never be administered to a client who has:
hyperpigmentation
moles
arthritis
a pacemaker |
| clay based | A _____ mask is an oil-absorbing mask that is often recommended for oily and combination skin. |
| 30 min | After the first treatment, you should block out about _____ to explain proper home care for the client. |
| attract water | Humectants are ingredients that: |
| 3 to 5 | When performing a waxing service, after applying the fabric strip, you should run your hand over the surface of the fabric how many times?
1 time
6 to 10 times
2 to 3 times
3 to 5 times |
| an antiseptic lotion | To avoid infection after tweezing, you should sponge the area frequently with cotton moistened with:
a mild toner
cool water
warm water
an antiseptic lotion |
| temporary and permanent | What are the two major categories of approaches to hair removal?
temporary and permanent
simple and complex
esthetic and medical
stage I and stage II |
| concealer | A(n) _____ brush is a narrow, firm makeup brush with a flat edge. |
| client intake form | The questionnaire that discloses all medications, known medical issues, skin disorders, or allergies that a client may have is called a: |
| oily | Skin that is yellowish, with an orange peel texture, is:
normal
dry
oily
acne |
| avoid treatments that release heat | When providing services for a client with rosacea, you should:
offer a vigorous massage
avoid treatments that release heat
select treatments that stimulate the skin
recommend microdermabrasion |
| closed comedones | Hair follicles that appear like small bumps just underneath the skin surface are: |
| electrode | A(n) _____ is an applicator used to direct electric current from a machine to the client's skin. |
| 10 to 15 minutes | How long should it take for hard wax to melt in a wax heater when you are performing a lip waxing service? |
| from the insertion of the muscle toward its origin | The direction of massage movements should always be: |
| seizure disorders | LED treatments are contraindicated for clients with: |
| correct a facial condition such as dryness | A preservative treatment does NOT:
relax the nerves
cleanse the skin
correct a facial condition such as dryness
activate the skin glands |
| edges of the hands | Hacking is a chopping movement performed with the: |
| outside corner of the iris | The high point of the arch of the brow should be near the _____ if the client is looking straight ahead.
inside corner of the eye
outside edge of the nose
outside corner of the eye
outside corner of the iris |
| photoepilation | Which method of hair removal method uses intense light to destroy the growth cells of hair follicles?
electrolysis
photoepilation
threading
waxing |
| 1/2 inch | When waxing, the hair should NOT be longer than:
1/4 inch
1-1/2 inches
1/2 inch
1 inch |
| three way buffer | Which of the following replaces the chamois and creates a beautiful shine on nails?
stylus
lower-grit abrasive
acetone
three-way buffer |
| wood pusher | To remove nail tips softened in remover or acetone, you should gently slide them off using a:
gloved finger
buffer block
wooden pusher
tip cutter |
| discarded | After an enhancement service, monomer liquid in the dappen dish should be:
returned to the original container
covered and saved for the next client
stored in a glass bowl
discarded |
| offer portability | A fully plumbed whirlpool foot bath with an attached pedicure chair does NOT:
often come with a built-in massage feature
provide both hot and cold water
offer portability
frequently include a warming feature |
| wipe it out with a paper towel, seal it in a plastic bag, and dispose of it in a metal trash can | To dispose of small amounts of leftover monomer liquid, you should: |
| nylon brush | After filing light cured gel nail enhancements, you should remove dust from the nail surface: |
| basalt | The hot stones used in pedicures are typically: |
| 180 | It would be appropriate to use a _____ -grit abrasive to shape the free edge and remove imperfections during a monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement application,. |
| a fill | The application of enhancement product to the new growth of nail that appears weeks after the initial application of a nail wrap is called a(n): |
| a cool dark area | Monomer liquid and polymer powder should be stored in a: |
| nail dehydrater | What is used to remove surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural nail plate? |
| tack free | Which type(s) of gloss gels may discolor with prolonged exposure to UV radiation? |
| from the base of the nail plate to the free edge using polish-style strokes | When applying the sealer gel, you should apply it:
from the free edge to the base of the nail plate using polish-style strokes
from the base of the nail plate to the free edge using swirling strokes
from the free edge to the base of the nail plate using swirling strokes
from the base of the nail plate to the free edge using polish-style strokes |
| use a light dotting action to apply primer to the nail | When applying an acid-based nail primer, you should:
use a light dotting action to apply primer to the nail
use a large oval or round brush
apply the enhancement overlay before the primer dries
completely saturate the brush with primer |
| many | poly means |
| thickness | Viscosity is a measurement of the _____ of a liquid. |
| fiber glass | Which type of wrap is made from a very thin synthetic mesh with a loose weave?
fiberglass
linen
paper
silk |
| 3/16 | When applying light cured gel, you should leave a _____ gap around the cuticle and sidewall area. |
| reflexology | The specialty massage that often employs many of the principles of acupressure and acupuncture is: |
| overlay | Nail tips are not long-wearing and can break without the reinforcement of a(n): |
| cotton swab | Nail polish drying accelerators are NOT typically applied with a:
dropper
cotton swab
spray bottle
brush |
| quickly begins to harden | When monomer liquid is picked up by a brush and mixed with polymer powder, the bead that forms on the end of the brush: |
| blade | Which of the following should NOT be used to remove calluses?
blade
exfoliating scrub
pedicure paddle
callus softener |
| paper | Which type of nail wrap needs to be completely replaced each time your client comes in for maintenance?
silk
paper
fiberglass
linen |
| be smooth | The nail extension underside should:
be smooth
vary in length for each nail
always jut straight out
always curve |
| between a solid and a liquid | Nail enhancement oligomers are:
liquid
solid
vapor
between solid and liquid |
| trim away dead skin around the nails | A nail nipper is used to: |
| used as an alternative to traditional nail lacquers | Gel polish is: |
| improve adhesion | Nail dehydrators are used to remove surface moisture and oil on the natural nail plate in order to:
ease enhancement removal
eliminate the need for nail primer
increase lifting
improve adhesion |
| sculpted nails | Nail enhancements created by combining a monomer liquid and a polymer powder are commonly called: |
| building gels and self-leveling gels | Which types of gels may be pigmented? |
| pétrissage | Which type of massage involves lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue? |
| low opacity | The nail will show through a gel that has: |
| initiater | hat starts a chain reaction that leads to the creation of very long polymer chains?
primer
stabilizer
initiator
inhibitor |
| bactericidal, virucidal, and fungicidal | When disinfecting a footbath, you must use a disinfectant that is: |
| pointed | Which nail shape is recommended for women with thin hands, long fingers, and narrow nail beds? |
| smooth in appearance | Silk wraps are: |
| threading | bonding temporary hair removal by twisting, rolling, and entwining |
| chemistry | science of composition structures and properties of matter |
| hair bulb | rounded club shaped part thats located at the end of hair root |
| bulla, tubercule, macule, nodule, papule, and vesicle | what are the 6 primary lesions |
| keratin | main component in the hair |
| clay based | what mask is oil absoribing |
| disinfectant | destroys most bacteria, not spores |
| quick lightener | type of lightener for the ends of the hair |
| enzyme peels | chemical exfoliant that disolves keratin protein on skin |
| pretrissage | massage kneading movement |
| effleurage | massage movement with no pressure from start to end |
| The feet | tinea pedis is located where? |
| oval | what is the strongest nail shape |
| cortex | changes when coloring or thermal styling hair happens in what part of the hair |
| disulfide bonds | hydroxide chemical relaxers break what |
| transitional | Which type of lines are frequently used when texturizing a haircut, along with hair color placement and color blending? |
| file a v shape into the crack | When repairing a crack in monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancements, you should remove the existing polish, push back the eponychium, remove cuticle tissue, gently file the nail, and then: |
| perionychium | The _____ is the living skin bordering the root and sides of a nail. |
| releases oxygen | An oxidizing agent: |
| 1/3 | Disulfide bonds account for about _____ of the hair's overall strength. |
| diplomacy | The ability to deliver truthful, even sometimes critical or difficult, messages in a kind way is known as: |
| eggshell | Nails that are flexible with a thin, white nail plate which may curve over the free edge are called: |
| nitrile | Which type of gloves are recommended by OSHA for use in the salon? |
| hydrogen | A reducing agent is a substance that adds _____ to a chemical compound or subtracts oxygen from the compound |
| alkanolamine | A(n) _____ is an alkaline substance used to neutralize acids or raise the pH of hair products. |
| japanese thermal straightening | Which straightening method combines use of a thio relaxer with flat ironing? |
| directional patterns and hair texture | Hair type is categorized by what two defining characteristics? |
| mature skin | Modelage masks are recommended for clients with: |
| oxygen | Propionibacterium acnes are anaerobic, which means they cannot survive in the presence of:
carbon dioxide
sebum
fatty acids
oxygen |
| hackle | A _____ is a board of upright nails through which extensions are blended, combed, and detangled.
hackle
diffuser
square paddle
drawing board |
| 50 | A properly processed permanent wave should break and rebuild approximately _____ percent of the hair's disulfide bonds. |
| lunula | The visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the living skin is the: |
| shaving | The most common form of temporary hair removal is: |
| service record card | The client intake form is NOT also known as a: |
| building gels and self-leveling gels | Which types of gels may be pigmented? |
| red flaky skin | Seborrheic dermatitis is often characterized by: |
| moderate heat and light pressure | To prevent discoloration or breakage when pressing gray hair, you should use:
light heat and light pressure
moderate heat and light pressure
heavy heat and moderate pressure
moderate heat and heavy pressure |
| vertical | Which type of lines make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower? |
| the hair expands and the disulfide bonds break | During the depilatory application period:
the hair contracts and the disulfide bonds reform
the hair contracts and the disulfide bonds break
the hair expands and the disulfide bonds reform
the hair expands and the disulfide bonds break |
| copper | For a client with green eyes, which shadow color would be considered complementary? |
| add disinfectant to the water | When preparing a disinfectant solution, you should:
pour the water and disinfectant into a container simultaneously
add the disinfectant to the water
avoid including water in the solution
add the water to the disinfectant |
| nail wrap resin | Cyanoacrylate is a specialized acrylic monomer from which _____ is made.
tip softener
nail tip adhesive
nail wrap resin
activator |
| may be straight or curved | Parallel lines in a hairstyle: |
| blood | Nutrients and oxygen are supplied to the skin by:
lymph
papules
pustules
blood |
| slide cutting | Which method of cutting or thinning hair involves the fingers and shears gliding along the edge of the hair to remove length? |
| reflexology | The specialty massage that often employs many of the principles of acupressure and acupuncture is: |
| a whitehead | A closed comedo is also known as a: |
| onychocryptosis | What is the technical term for ingrown nails |
| keratoma | A callus is a _____ caused by continued, repeated pressure or friction on any part of the skin. |
| protoplasm | Bacteria consist of an outer cell wall containing a liquid called: |
| vesticles | Contact with poison ivy or poison oak commonly causes _____ in many people. |
