A carbuncle is an inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue caused by: -
ANSWER Staphylococci
A condition that is characterized by brittleness and the formation of nodular swellings along the hair
shaft is: - ANSWER Trichorrhexis Nodosa
A contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is: -
ANSWER Herpes Simplex
A cream-type enzyme applied to the face and rolled off the skin after forming a crust is a: -
ANSWER Gommage
A dry, scaly skin condition due to a deficiency or absence of sebum caused by old age and exposure
to cold is: - ANSWER Asteatosis
A fiber protein that is the principal component of hair, skin, and nails is: - ANSWER Keratin
A hard press is also known as a __ - ANSWER Double-Comb Press
A kneading movement that is performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue with light, firm
pressure is: - ANSWER Petrissage
A long chain of amino acids linked by peptide bonds is called: - ANSWER Polypeptide Bonds
A mechanical exfoliation that uses a closed vacuum to shoot crystals onto the skin is: -
ANSWER Microdermabrasion
A pressing comb with less space between the teeth produces a(n) __ - ANSWER Smooth
Press
A section of hair molded in circular movements in preparation for the formation of a pin curl is a __ -
ANSWER Shaping
A single line of color or a series of repeated lines can create a : - ANSWER Bold, Dramatic
Accent
A skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands. Inflammation, dry or oily
scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness - ANSWER Seborrheic dermatitis
A true classic hairdo created out of a simple ponytail that can be a simple style or dressed up is a(n)
__ - ANSWER Chignon
A type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to finger wave is: - ANSWER Waving
Lotion
A weak, temporary side bond between adjacent polypeptide chains (Salt bonds are easily broken by
changes in pH, and re-form when the pH has returned to normal) : - ANSWER Salt Bond
A weak, temporary side bond that is easily broken by water and heat is a: -
ANSWER Hydrogen Bond
After heating a pressing comb, the temperature of the comb should be tested using __ -
ANSWER Light Paper
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All acid waves have three components consisting of the waving lotion, neutralizer, and: -
ANSWER Activator
All natural hair color is the result of pigment located in the cortex called: -
ANSWER Melanin
Along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style, the recommended base to
use is: - ANSWER Triangular Base
An acid with low pH that is the primary reducing agent in acid waves is: - ANSWER Glyceryl
Monothioglycolate
An infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice is: - ANSWER Pediculosis Capitis
Another term used to describe back-brushing is __ - ANSWER Ruffing
Arc pin curls are also known as half-moon or: - ANSWER C-Shaped Based Curls
Brushes with bristles that have tiny overlapping layers or scales, which clean and add luster to the
hair, are: - ANSWER Natural
Chains that are formed by peptide bonds that are linked together are: -
ANSWER Polypeptide Bonds
Characteristics that are associated with particular skin types are referred to as skin: -
ANSWER Conditions
Chemical-based side bonds that are formed when two sulfur-type chains are joined together are: -
ANSWER Disulfide Bonds
Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is
known as __ - ANSWER Teasing
Conditioners with an acidic pH that conditions an restores the natural pH of hair after a relaxer but
prior to shampooing are: - ANSWER Normalizing Solution
Contrasting lines that are horizontal and vertical lines that create a hard edge and form __ -
ANSWER 90 Degree Angle
Cosmetology professionals are only allowed to use products that remove dead skin from the: -
ANSWER stratum corneum
Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing is a: - ANSWER Crust
Distended capillaries caused by constant overdilation and weakening of the capillary walls are known
as: - ANSWER Telangiectasis
Dry skin that is not producing enough sebum is also known as: - ANSWER Alipidic
During a retouch relaxer application, to avoid over-processing or hair breakage, Do Not: -
ANSWER Overlapped the relaxer
During the shampoo procedure, the water should be monitored for: - ANSWER Volume &
Temperature