Cosmetology State Board Practice Exam

1.	Which portion of the hair is chemical wave solution absorbed faster?

A.

at crown

B.

at scalp

C.	where hair porosity is greatest

D.	where hair density is greatest

2.	If the cuticle is slightly raised and accepts color products easily,  the hair is:

A.

normal

B.

resistant

C.

fine

D.

coarse

3.	Before giving a chemical wave, the hair should be:

A.	slightly dampened

B.	brushed vigorously

C.	given a cream rinse

D.	analyzed and shampooed

4.	To add strength and body to damaged hair, it is advisable to give a

A.	massage treatment

B.	hair analysis

C.	permanent wave

D.	conditioning treatment

5.	A coiled, corkscrew shaped bacteria cell that causes syphilis and cholera is

A.

bacilli

B.

spirilla

C.	streptococci

D.

cocci

6.	Which determines the texture of the hair?

A.

porosity

B.	elasticity

C.

diameter

D.

density

7.	If a temporary color rinse is applied to normal hair, it will

A.	coat the cuticle layer

B.	coat the medulla layer

C.	penetrate the cuticle

D.	penetrate the medulla

8.	Why is an antiseptic applied to tweezed areas during arching?

A.	to open pores

B.	to eliminate pain

C.	to avoid infection

D.	to remove dead skin
Which instrument should be used to slither a client's hair?

A.

razor

B.

shears

C.

clippers

D.	thinning shears

10.	Why is it necessary to use a conditioner-filler during a chemical relaxer retouch service?

A.	coats and seals the relaxer into the hair

B.	allows deeper penetration of relaxer into the hair shaft

C.	helps even the porosity

D.	increases neutralizing time

11.	What type of manicure is suggested for dry cuticles and brittle nails?

A.

oil

B.

machine

C.

regular

D.	antiseptic

12.	Nerves and blood vessels are found in the nail

A.

bed

B.

plate

C.

lunula

D.

cuticle

13.	Which of the following is the peak of a finger wave?

A.

line

B.

trough

C.

ridge

D.

C-shape

14.	During the processing time in chemical waving, the hair has a tendency to

A.

expand

B.

harden

C.

contract

D.

circulate

15.	What is made of cells, blood, calcium carbonate, and calcium phosphate?

A.

nerves

B.

teeth

C.

bones

D.

tendons

16.	Disulfide bonds are broken by the

A.	shampooing process

B.	winding process

C.	chemical wave solution

D.	neutralizing solution

17.	Which of the following are tint removers designed to remove?

A.	natural pigment

B.	temporary colors

C.	artificial pigment

D.	conditioner build-up

18.	A client with which of the following nail conditions should be referred to a physician?

A.	blue nails

B.	white spots

C.	onychophagy

D.	onychomycosis

19.	Scalp manipulations should NOT be performed if

A.	abrasions are present

B.	henna is to be applied

C.	the hair has been tinted

D.	the hair has recently been brushed

20.	The shortest processing time in chemical waving is usually required for hair which is

A.

fine

B.

coarse

C.

resistant

D.

lightened

21.	Frequent shampooing with highly alkaline shampoo may cause the hair to become

A.

dry

B.

oily

C.

curly

D.

thick

22.	When tinting lightened hair back to its natural shade, it is necessary to

A.	apply a filler

B.	soften the hair

C.	use a color rinse

D.	strip the hair shaft

23.	Which one of the following should be done to protect a sensitive scalp during a relaxer treatment?

A.	apply a protective base

B.	use a mild shampoo

C.	apply a conditioner to hair

D.	use astringent on the scalp

24.	High elevation in haircutting is used to

A.

add bulk

B.

thin hair

C.	create layers

D.	establish guidelines

25.	What is the function of keratin?

A.	it protects the skin from injury

B.	it nourishes the connective tissue

C.	it gives flexibility to the nail

D.	it forms the base of all horny tissue

26.	Which should be used to stop the bleeding of a minor cut during a manicure?

A.

iodine

B.	styptic pencil

C.

alcohol

D.	alum powder

27.	What is formed when two or more non-mixable substances are united with the help of a binder or gum- like substance?

A.

solution

B.

ointment

C.

emulsion

D.	suspension

28.	Metal implements should be disinfected with

A.	antibacterial soap

B.	2% boric acid

C.	hospital grade solution

D.	hydrogen peroxide

29.	To remove lightener, hair should be rinsed in water that is

A.

hot

B.

tepid

C.

cold

D.

very hot

30.	What is the tube-like pocket that contains the hair?

A.

shaft

B.

papilla

C.

follicle

D.	arrector pili

31.	What facial massage movement has a soothing and relaxing effect?

A.

rolling

B.	effleurage

C.

friction

D.

vibration

32.	Prior to a permanent wave, you should drape with a

A.	towel and plastic cape

B.	towel and cloth cape

C.	neck strip and cloth cape

D.	neck strip and cutting cape

33.	What is the pH of sodium hydroxide?

A.	2.5 to 3.5

B.	5.5 to 6.5

C.	8.5 to 9.5

D.	10.5 to 11.5

34.	By highlighting the cheekbone, the area will appear

A.	diminished

B.	emphasized

C.

contoured

D.

darkened

35.	The mobility of a pin curl is determined by the

A.

base

B.

stem

C.

wave

D.

diameter

36.	What type of hair coloring is designed to last 4 to 6 shampoos?

A.	aniline derivative tints

B.	temporary rinses

C.	metallic dyes

D.	semipermanent

37.	Hair is primarily composed of:

A.

calcium

B.

keratin

C.

cortisone

D.

magnesium

38.	A chemical compound used to slow the growth of bacteria is called

A.

deodorant

B.

fungicide

C.	antiseptic

D.	astringent

39.	What protects the skin from irritation and stains around the hairline?

A.

fillers

B.	protective cream

C.	talcum powder

D.	astringent

40.	Prelightening the hair is usually necessary when using a

A.

toner

B.	metallic tint

C.	one process tint

D.	temporary color

41.	A lightener retouch should FIRST be applied to

A.

hair ends

B.

mid-shaft

C.	hair follicle

D.	new growth

42.	What is the most effective level of infection control?

A.	sterilization

B.	sanitation

C.	disinfection

D.	ventilation

43.	In a lightener retouch, hair breakage may result if

A.	the lightener overlaps

B.	the hair is underprocessed

C.	a weak lightener is used

D.	a short lightening time is used

44.	Which of the following is a MAIN ingredient in a chemical hair relaxer?

A.

coal tar

B.	sodium bromide

C.	sodium hydroxide

D.	hydrogen peroxide

45.	Which test determines if a wig is made of human hair or synthetic fiber?

A.

match

B.

patch

C.	alkalinity

D.

acid

46.	What type of hair is MOST difficult to press?

A.	soft and curly

B.	fine and overly curly

C.	fine and curly

D.	coarse and overly curly

47.	The science of the nature, structure, function, and diseases of the muscles is called

A.

neurology

B.

myology

C.

osteology

D.	physiology

48.	A face that is composed of straight lines with a wide forehead and jawline is considered to be

A.

square

B.

round

C.

oblong

D.	triangular

49.	Specialized preparations that are designed to equalize porosity and deposit a base color in one application are called

A.	color fillers

B.	conditioner fillers

C.	compound fillers

D.	metallic dyes

50.	Which condition would PREVENT a cosmetologist from performing a service on a client?

A.

psoriasis

B.	pityryasis capitus

C.	tinea capitus

D.	hypertrychosis

49.	Specialized preparations that are designed to equalize porosity and deposit a base color in one application are called A. color fillers

B.	conditioner fillers

C.	compound fillers

D.	metallic dyes

50.	Which condition would PREVENT a cosmetologist from performing a service on a client?

A.

psoriasis

B.	pityryasis capitus

C.	tinea capitus

D.	hypertrychosis