Louisiana Cosmetology State Board
Questions With Complete Solutions
Graded A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Cosmetology. ANSWER -The art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails,
and hair and includes the study of cosmetics and their application.
Ice Age. ANSWER -Cosmetic implements used during the ____ were shaped from
sharpened flint, oyster shells, or bone.
Pigments. ANSWER -Ancient records show that matter made from berries, tree bark,
minerals, insects, nuts, herbs, and leaves were used for ____
Hair, head, face, neck, or scalp. ANSWER -The definition of cosmetology defers from state
to state. For example, the NYS Department of State Division of Licensing Services defines
the practice of "cosmetology" as that of "providing services to the _____ of a human being.
Hair. ANSWER -The earliest images of African people demonstrate that their ____ was a
pre-eminent reflection of the state of their well being and existence in the world.
Henna. ANSWER -In ancient Egypt, Queen Nefertiti stained her nails red by dipping her
fingertips in ____
China. ANSWER -In ancient _____, nail tinting was so closely tied to social status that
commoners caught wearing the royal nail color faced a punishment of death.
White lead. ANSWER -Greek woman applied preparations of ____ onto their faces.
Red. ANSWER -In Ancient Rome, noblewomen colored their hair _____.
Blond. ANSWER -In Ancient Rome, middle-class women colored their hair _____.
,Middle Ages. ANSWER -Women wore colored makeup on their cheeks and lips, but not on
their eyes, during the _____.
Renaissance. ANSWER -During the ______, both men and women took great pride in
their physical appearance; wore elaborate, elegant clothing; and used fragrances and
cosmetics, although highly colored preparations of the lips, cheeks, and eyes were
discouraged.
Victorian Age. ANSWER -During the ____, women used beauty masks and packs made
from honey, eggs, milk, oatmeal, fruits, vegetables, and other natural ingredients in
accordance with the strict social mores of the day.
Motion picture. ANSWER -In the early 20th century, the invention of the _____ coincided
with an abrupt shit in American attitudes.
Max Factor. ANSWER -The makeup of ______ was poplar with movie stars in the early
1900s because it wouldn't cake or crack, even under hot studio lights.
Tongs heated by a gas burner. ANSWER -The first curling iron in 1872 consisted of _____
Chemical reaction. ANSWER -An alternative to the machine perm was introduced in 1932
when Ralph L. Evans and Everett G. McDonough pioneered a method that used heat
generated by ______
Texture. ANSWER -The term _____ services is used today to refer to the variety of
permanent waving and straightening services available for various hair types and
conditions.
Aluminum Foil. ANSWER -The 1970s saw a new era in highlighting when French
hairdressers introduced the art to hair weaving using _____
Specialization. ANSWER -Today the beauty industry has entered an age of _____
Distributor sales consultant. ANSWER -In the salon industry a DSC is also known as
a____
, Salon management. ANSWER -Which career path requires an aptitude for math and
accounting the ability to read documents such as profit and loss statements and an
understanding of marketing?
Continuing to learn. ANSWER -What is one thing that is key to your success in the field a
cosmetology, regardless of which career path you choose?
Read trade publications cover to cover. ANSWER -What is the most effective technique for
making each day in school positively impact your future?
life skills. ANSWER -Developing exceptional communication, decision-making, image
building, customer service, goal-setting, and time management or examples of ____
Self-esteem. ANSWER -____ is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your
ability to reach your goals.
Maintain a positive self image. ANSWER -Investing time and energy into activities that
help you feel good about yourself will help you___
Self critical thoughts. ANSWER -Eliminate ______, which can block the creative mind
from exploring ideas and discovering solutions to challenges.
Using proper grammar. ANSWER -Creating success is a skill that can be developed by
practicing new behaviors, such as speaking with confidence, standing tall, and ____\
Good manners. ANSWER -Exercise ______ by using words like please, thank you, and
excuse me.
Productivity. ANSWER -Procrastination is most harmful in its negative impact on ______.
Interest. ANSWER -An essential part of a successful business is the mission statement.
Create a mission statement the validates your sense of purpose by beginning with your
______.
Questions With Complete Solutions
Graded A+
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Cosmetology. ANSWER -The art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails,
and hair and includes the study of cosmetics and their application.
Ice Age. ANSWER -Cosmetic implements used during the ____ were shaped from
sharpened flint, oyster shells, or bone.
Pigments. ANSWER -Ancient records show that matter made from berries, tree bark,
minerals, insects, nuts, herbs, and leaves were used for ____
Hair, head, face, neck, or scalp. ANSWER -The definition of cosmetology defers from state
to state. For example, the NYS Department of State Division of Licensing Services defines
the practice of "cosmetology" as that of "providing services to the _____ of a human being.
Hair. ANSWER -The earliest images of African people demonstrate that their ____ was a
pre-eminent reflection of the state of their well being and existence in the world.
Henna. ANSWER -In ancient Egypt, Queen Nefertiti stained her nails red by dipping her
fingertips in ____
China. ANSWER -In ancient _____, nail tinting was so closely tied to social status that
commoners caught wearing the royal nail color faced a punishment of death.
White lead. ANSWER -Greek woman applied preparations of ____ onto their faces.
Red. ANSWER -In Ancient Rome, noblewomen colored their hair _____.
Blond. ANSWER -In Ancient Rome, middle-class women colored their hair _____.
,Middle Ages. ANSWER -Women wore colored makeup on their cheeks and lips, but not on
their eyes, during the _____.
Renaissance. ANSWER -During the ______, both men and women took great pride in
their physical appearance; wore elaborate, elegant clothing; and used fragrances and
cosmetics, although highly colored preparations of the lips, cheeks, and eyes were
discouraged.
Victorian Age. ANSWER -During the ____, women used beauty masks and packs made
from honey, eggs, milk, oatmeal, fruits, vegetables, and other natural ingredients in
accordance with the strict social mores of the day.
Motion picture. ANSWER -In the early 20th century, the invention of the _____ coincided
with an abrupt shit in American attitudes.
Max Factor. ANSWER -The makeup of ______ was poplar with movie stars in the early
1900s because it wouldn't cake or crack, even under hot studio lights.
Tongs heated by a gas burner. ANSWER -The first curling iron in 1872 consisted of _____
Chemical reaction. ANSWER -An alternative to the machine perm was introduced in 1932
when Ralph L. Evans and Everett G. McDonough pioneered a method that used heat
generated by ______
Texture. ANSWER -The term _____ services is used today to refer to the variety of
permanent waving and straightening services available for various hair types and
conditions.
Aluminum Foil. ANSWER -The 1970s saw a new era in highlighting when French
hairdressers introduced the art to hair weaving using _____
Specialization. ANSWER -Today the beauty industry has entered an age of _____
Distributor sales consultant. ANSWER -In the salon industry a DSC is also known as
a____
, Salon management. ANSWER -Which career path requires an aptitude for math and
accounting the ability to read documents such as profit and loss statements and an
understanding of marketing?
Continuing to learn. ANSWER -What is one thing that is key to your success in the field a
cosmetology, regardless of which career path you choose?
Read trade publications cover to cover. ANSWER -What is the most effective technique for
making each day in school positively impact your future?
life skills. ANSWER -Developing exceptional communication, decision-making, image
building, customer service, goal-setting, and time management or examples of ____
Self-esteem. ANSWER -____ is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your
ability to reach your goals.
Maintain a positive self image. ANSWER -Investing time and energy into activities that
help you feel good about yourself will help you___
Self critical thoughts. ANSWER -Eliminate ______, which can block the creative mind
from exploring ideas and discovering solutions to challenges.
Using proper grammar. ANSWER -Creating success is a skill that can be developed by
practicing new behaviors, such as speaking with confidence, standing tall, and ____\
Good manners. ANSWER -Exercise ______ by using words like please, thank you, and
excuse me.
Productivity. ANSWER -Procrastination is most harmful in its negative impact on ______.
Interest. ANSWER -An essential part of a successful business is the mission statement.
Create a mission statement the validates your sense of purpose by beginning with your
______.
