NYS Cosmetology Licensing Written Exam
Review Guide/ 228 Q&A/ 2024-2025.
Natural Immunity - Answer: born with immunity
acquired immunity - Answer: immunity that the body develops after it overcomes a disease, or
through inoculation (such as vaccination)
General Infection - Answer: Occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their toxins
to all parts of the body
Local Infection - Answer: An infection, such as a pimple or abscess, that is confined to a
particular part of the body and appears as a lesion containing pus.
EPA - Answer: Environmental Protection Agency
MSDS - Answer: Material Safety Data Sheet
OSHA - Answer: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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,PPE - Answer: Personal Protection Equipment
sodium hydrochlorite - Answer: Household bleach
QUAT - Answer: Quaternary ammonium compound 1:1,000 parts
Draping - Answer: first line of protection for client
single drape method - Answer: for non-chemical services
double drape - Answer: for chemical services
Shampooing - Answer: creates first long lasting impression to client about your confidence.
Healthy scalp - Answer: Cleanliness and stimulation
Before using water - Answer: test on wrist
Keep fingertips cupped over nozzle to prevent - Answer: rapid temperature change
shampoo using - Answer: cushion of fingertips
scientific brushing prior to shampoo removes - Answer: dirt, debris, dead skin cells, products,
adds shine to hair
Don't brush hair prior to - Answer: any chemical service because it causes irritation to the scalp
purpose of scalp treatment - Answer: help a dry scalp and increase blood flow and relaxation
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, purpose of conditioning treatment - Answer: hydrate moisturize damaged dry hair.
scalp massage is not suggested for - Answer: clients with severe hypertension that is
uncontrolled by a doctor
if in doubt _____________ a scalp massage without the clients permission from a doctor -
Answer: do not perform
to avoid muscle fatigue - Answer: maintain good posture
be ergonomic conscience in salon to - Answer: avoid strain and physical problems
stand with feet ________ and ______________ shift weight - Answer: shoulder width apart;
frequently
Keep head _______ and your shoulders ___ - Answer: level; up
to avoid back strain while picking things up - Answer: bend knees
conduct thorough scalp analysis and check for - Answer: abrasion ,dry/oily scalp, flaky dandruff,
ticks or lice (pediculosis capitis)
Average PH for acid based shampoos _________________ and conditioners ___________ -
Answer: (4.5-5.5); (5.5-6.9)
Alkaline shampoo is PH - Answer: 7.1-9.5
High PH alkaline shampoo will cause hair color to - Answer: fade faster
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Review Guide/ 228 Q&A/ 2024-2025.
Natural Immunity - Answer: born with immunity
acquired immunity - Answer: immunity that the body develops after it overcomes a disease, or
through inoculation (such as vaccination)
General Infection - Answer: Occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their toxins
to all parts of the body
Local Infection - Answer: An infection, such as a pimple or abscess, that is confined to a
particular part of the body and appears as a lesion containing pus.
EPA - Answer: Environmental Protection Agency
MSDS - Answer: Material Safety Data Sheet
OSHA - Answer: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Page 1 of 20
,PPE - Answer: Personal Protection Equipment
sodium hydrochlorite - Answer: Household bleach
QUAT - Answer: Quaternary ammonium compound 1:1,000 parts
Draping - Answer: first line of protection for client
single drape method - Answer: for non-chemical services
double drape - Answer: for chemical services
Shampooing - Answer: creates first long lasting impression to client about your confidence.
Healthy scalp - Answer: Cleanliness and stimulation
Before using water - Answer: test on wrist
Keep fingertips cupped over nozzle to prevent - Answer: rapid temperature change
shampoo using - Answer: cushion of fingertips
scientific brushing prior to shampoo removes - Answer: dirt, debris, dead skin cells, products,
adds shine to hair
Don't brush hair prior to - Answer: any chemical service because it causes irritation to the scalp
purpose of scalp treatment - Answer: help a dry scalp and increase blood flow and relaxation
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, purpose of conditioning treatment - Answer: hydrate moisturize damaged dry hair.
scalp massage is not suggested for - Answer: clients with severe hypertension that is
uncontrolled by a doctor
if in doubt _____________ a scalp massage without the clients permission from a doctor -
Answer: do not perform
to avoid muscle fatigue - Answer: maintain good posture
be ergonomic conscience in salon to - Answer: avoid strain and physical problems
stand with feet ________ and ______________ shift weight - Answer: shoulder width apart;
frequently
Keep head _______ and your shoulders ___ - Answer: level; up
to avoid back strain while picking things up - Answer: bend knees
conduct thorough scalp analysis and check for - Answer: abrasion ,dry/oily scalp, flaky dandruff,
ticks or lice (pediculosis capitis)
Average PH for acid based shampoos _________________ and conditioners ___________ -
Answer: (4.5-5.5); (5.5-6.9)
Alkaline shampoo is PH - Answer: 7.1-9.5
High PH alkaline shampoo will cause hair color to - Answer: fade faster
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