NIC COSMETOLOGY PRE CERTIFICATION REVIEW FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 2025

A bacterial infection under sculptured nails can be caused by trapped dirt and: - Correct Ans-Moisture A blow-dryer diffuser is designed to make air flow: - Correct Ans-More softly A cell mass that is abnormal is called a: - Correct Ans-Tumor A common kind of tinea unguium is distinguished by: - Correct Ans-Whitish patches on the nail surface A conditioning agent, also called scalp astringent lotion, is used to: - Correct Ans-Remove oil accumulation A C-shaped curl results if you wrap hair around a roller: - Correct Ans-One turn A finger with an infection should be taken care of by a(n): - Correct Ans-Physician A fishtail braid is created by using two-strand braids: - Correct Ans-Picked up from both sides Quality waving lotions shouldn't - Correct Ans-Flake when dry A graduated haircut is typically achieved by using an elevation of: - Correct Ans-45 degrees A heart-shaped or inverted triangle face is characterized by: - Correct Ans-A narrow jawline and a wide forehead A highlighting shampoo contains shampoo and: - Correct Ans-Hydrogen peroxide A liquid nail wrap product has: - Correct Ans-Tiny fibers A mask that is melted before being applied to the face and then hardened before removal is called a: - Correct Ans-Paraffin mask A massage movement should ALWAYS be from the muscle's: - Correct Ans-Insertion toward its origin The MSDS includes important facts about a product or solution, including: - Correct Ans-Storage requirements A papule is considered to be a: - Correct Ans-Primary skin lesion A pin curl consists of the base, stem and: - Correct Ans-Circle A powder lightener must never be used during: - Correct Ans-Retouch services A product used to improve the adhesion between the natural nail and the acrylic nail is known as a(an): - Correct Ans-Primer A profile is the same as a: - Correct Ans-Side view A release statement is used to identify: - Correct Ans-If the client's hair is in proper condition to receive color How many stand-up curls can a roller hold? - Correct Ans-Two to four A roller that is not properly fastened to the head will cause: - Correct Ans-A weak set Sebaceous glands flow into: - Correct Ans-The hair follicles A short-term therapy for dry or damaged hair is a: - Correct Ans-Conditioner A simple marketing approach to help you build your client base is asking for: - Correct Ans-Business card referrals A skin cancer that looks like scaly red papules or nodules is called: - Correct Ans-Squamous cell carcinoma A small round brush should be used while blow-drying when you want to: - Correct Ans-Add more curl A soap cap requires that you use shampoo and: - Correct Ans-Tint A soft curl permanent consists of a thio relaxer and: - Correct Ans-A thio permanent A styling product that is light and dispenses in a foam is called: - Correct Ans-Mousse A substitute for ammonia that has a milder smell is: - Correct Ans-Alkanolamines A surfactant molecule's head is water-loving or: - Correct Ans-Hydrophilic A symptom of asteatosis is: - Correct Ans-Dry skin A type of dandruff is: - Correct Ans-Scale A type of tapotement that should ONLY be used on the back, shoulders and arms is called: - Correct Ans-Hacking A virgin relaxer should be applied: - Correct Ans-1/4 inch to 1/2 inch away from the scalp A wave pattern can be changed by applying: - Correct Ans-Chemicals Acid-based shampoos have a pH level between: - Correct Ans-5.0 and 7.5 Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a disease that is caused when the HIV virus breaks down which body system? - Correct Ans-Immune system After anagen and catagen, what is the third phase of hair growth? - Correct Ans-Telogen Which quality will NOT be present after applying a concentrated protein conditioner? - Correct Ans-Improved quality of new hair growth After applying a temporary color rinse: - Correct Ans-Apply a plastic cap After carefully positioning the nail wrap on the nail, apply adhesive to the: - Correct Ans-Entire nail After permanent wave solution penetrates the hair, most of the processing takes place during the first: - Correct Ans-5 to 10 minutes After removing blackheads from oily skin, apply: - Correct Ans-Astringent What comes next after the shampoo and rinse? - Correct Ans-Apply a conditioner After using a tint, the remaining color: - Correct Ans-Should be discarded After using soap on your implements, what is the next step? - Correct Ans-Rinse away all soap with warm water After you apply the appropriate conditioner: - Correct Ans-Gently comb it through the hair Albinism is distinguished by an: - Correct Ans-Absence of melanin