COSMETOLOGY FLORIDA STATE
BOARD CLINICAL EXAM REVIEW
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 UPDATED VERSION
VERIFIED A+
◉ Hydrogen peroxide storage.
Answer: Always store hydrogen peroxide in an opaque container in a
dark, cool location.
◉ Elevation.
Answer: The angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for
cutting.
◉ Aniline derivatives.
Answer: Contain small, uncolored dyes that combine with hydrogen
peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
◉ Aniline derived tints.
Answer: Oxidants tints, Certified colors, deposit only tints, progressive
tints. Aniline derived tints are penetrating.
◉ Ash, smoky, and drab.
Answer: Terms used to describe green, blue, violet.
,◉ Client jewelry removal.
Answer: Before a chemical service, have the client remove her jewelry.
◉ Temperature test for hot iron.
Answer: Test for temperature by testing it on a piece of tissue paper or
damp towel.
◉ Semi-permanent and demi-permanent color effect.
Answer: Both colors work by depositing pigment only.
◉ Acid-balance rinse purpose.
Answer: May be used to preserve the color in tinted hair.
◉ Permanent wave aftercare advice.
Answer: Use an alkaline shampoo followed by alkaline rinse, brush the
hair frequently during the first three days to even out the curl, use a
moisturizing conditioner, and use an acid balance shampoo followed by
an acid rinse.
◉ Cotton turns purple after permanent wave.
Answer: Most likely the client has previously used metallic-based hair
color.
◉ Post-toner care.
, Answer: After a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently shampooed
and rinsed, apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle, lower the pH,
and help prevent fading.
◉ Certificate colors usage.
Answer: Commonly used in temporary color rinses.
◉ Hard or double press.
Answer: A treatment involving two applications of the pressing combs
on each side of the hair, recommended for extremely curly, wiry hair or
when the results of a soft press are not satisfactory.
◉ Soft press.
Answer: A hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing comb
once on each side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl.
◉ Compound dyes.
Answer: A combination of metallic salts dyes and vegetable dyes.
◉ Direction of hair growth.
Answer: Results from the direction of the hair follicle.
◉ Lightening process.
Answer: Fine light hair will lighten the fastest.
BOARD CLINICAL EXAM REVIEW
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026 UPDATED VERSION
VERIFIED A+
◉ Hydrogen peroxide storage.
Answer: Always store hydrogen peroxide in an opaque container in a
dark, cool location.
◉ Elevation.
Answer: The angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for
cutting.
◉ Aniline derivatives.
Answer: Contain small, uncolored dyes that combine with hydrogen
peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
◉ Aniline derived tints.
Answer: Oxidants tints, Certified colors, deposit only tints, progressive
tints. Aniline derived tints are penetrating.
◉ Ash, smoky, and drab.
Answer: Terms used to describe green, blue, violet.
,◉ Client jewelry removal.
Answer: Before a chemical service, have the client remove her jewelry.
◉ Temperature test for hot iron.
Answer: Test for temperature by testing it on a piece of tissue paper or
damp towel.
◉ Semi-permanent and demi-permanent color effect.
Answer: Both colors work by depositing pigment only.
◉ Acid-balance rinse purpose.
Answer: May be used to preserve the color in tinted hair.
◉ Permanent wave aftercare advice.
Answer: Use an alkaline shampoo followed by alkaline rinse, brush the
hair frequently during the first three days to even out the curl, use a
moisturizing conditioner, and use an acid balance shampoo followed by
an acid rinse.
◉ Cotton turns purple after permanent wave.
Answer: Most likely the client has previously used metallic-based hair
color.
◉ Post-toner care.
, Answer: After a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently shampooed
and rinsed, apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle, lower the pH,
and help prevent fading.
◉ Certificate colors usage.
Answer: Commonly used in temporary color rinses.
◉ Hard or double press.
Answer: A treatment involving two applications of the pressing combs
on each side of the hair, recommended for extremely curly, wiry hair or
when the results of a soft press are not satisfactory.
◉ Soft press.
Answer: A hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing comb
once on each side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl.
◉ Compound dyes.
Answer: A combination of metallic salts dyes and vegetable dyes.
◉ Direction of hair growth.
Answer: Results from the direction of the hair follicle.
◉ Lightening process.
Answer: Fine light hair will lighten the fastest.
