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Cosmetology Written Exam Arkansas Question and Answers [100% Correct] 2024/2025 Latest Release What is the primary purpose of a patch test in cosmetology? ANS To determine if a client has an allergic reaction to a product. What type of hair color is best suited for covering gray hair effectively? ANS Permanent hair color. What is the pH range of neutral solutions? ANS 7. Which technique is used to create volume in a haircut? ANS Layering. What is the function of the cuticle in hair? ANS To protect the inner layers of the hair shaft. What is the ideal temperature for a perm solution to be effective? ANS Between 70°F and 80°F. Which vitamin is essential for healthy hair growth? ANS Biotin (Vitamin B7). What tool is commonly used to blend hair extensions seamlessly? ANS A blending shear. What is the primary ingredient in most hair relaxers? ANS Sodium hydroxide. Which skin type is most prone to acne? ANS Oily skin. What is the first step in a basic facial treatment? ANS Cleansing the skin. What type of brush is best for applying foundation? ANS A flat foundation brush. Which type of nail enhancement uses a gel base? ANS UV gel nails. What is the main difference between a pedicure and a manicure? ANS A pedicure focuses on the feet, while a manicure is for the hands. 1 What are the two main categories of hair color? ANS Temporary and permanent. What ingredient in shampoos helps to cleanse the hair of dirt and oil? ANS Surfactants. What is the main purpose of a scalp massage? ANS To stimulate blood circulation to the scalp. What is the process of permanently changing the hair's structure called? ANS Chemical waving. What is a contraindication for using a facial wax? ANS Active acne or skin infections. Which type of scissors is used for texturizing hair? ANS Thinning shears. What is the correct angle for holding a hair cutting shear? ANS 45 degrees. Which hair type is most susceptible to damage from heat styling? ANS Fine hair. What skin condition is characterized by excessive oil production? ANS Seborrhea. What is the main purpose of exfoliating the skin? ANS To remove dead skin cells and promote cell turnover. What should be done before applying hair color? ANS Perform a patch test. Which chemical compound is commonly found in hair straightening products? ANS Formaldehyde. What is the primary focus of sanitation in a salon? ANS To prevent the spread of infections. Color **Ans**When anaylzing the hair for a chemical relaxer, it is unnecessary to evaluate the hair for Disulfide Bonds **Ans**Which of the bonds make permanent waving, curl reforming, and chemical relaxing possible? Disulfide Bonds **Ans**When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down which bond? 2 Base Cream **Ans**Oily cream used to protect the skin & scalp during chemical relaxing Double Flat Wrap **Ans**Name for wrapping a permanent wave with one end paper placed under and another placed over the strand of hair? Abrasions on scap **Ans**What does a stylist look for during a scalp analysis for a chemical procedure? Area most resistant **Ans**Where would you start a relaxer retouch application? The hair melts **Ans**When using a relaxer incorrectly, what could happen? Lanthionine relaxers **Ans**All the following are relaxers... EXCEPT? Dominant **Ans**All the following are color units of measurement EXCEPT Hydrogen **Ans**Which of the following chemicals are released as soon as hydrogen peroxide is mixed into a hair lightener formula? Low lightening **Ans**All the following are toners EXCEPT? Prelightening **Ans**Which of the following would you use for dramatically lighter hair color? Gradual color **Ans**Which of the following causes a grayish build-up on the hair? How much color to use for the service **Ans**All of the following are determined by a strand test in a color service except? Low poprsity **Ans**Which of the following conditions resist hair color? 3 Parting dry hair **Ans**Which step would be preformed prior to applying a single process color on virgin hair? Green cast **Ans**All of the following have insufficient structure to color EXCEPT? A Virucide, Fungicide, bactericide, and disinfectant **Ans**Which of the following are the qualifications o be an EPA approved disinfectant? Universal precautions **Ans**Where do the guidelines for human blood and body fluids come from? Using **Ans**All of the following are addressed by OSHA's standards for products EXCEPT? Occipitalis pinch **Ans**When you muscles become fatigued durning a service, you client will benefit from all of the following EXCEPT? Heart Attack **Ans**Preventative Ergonomics prevents all the following except? Travels in two direction **Ans**Which of the following describes the path of an alternating electrical current in devices such as hair dryers and curling irons? Shaving or cutting the hair has no effect on hair growth **Ans**Which of the following is true for normal hair growth? Density **Ans**The number of individual hair strands on 1 square inch of scalp Catagen phase **Ans**Brief transition period between the growth and resting phases of a hair follicle Hair bulb **Ans**Lowest part of the hair root Hair flowing in the same direction **Ans**Which of the following is a hair stream growth pattern? 4 Income **Ans**All of the following are determined in a client consultation based of their needs and desires EXCEPT? Stand above the working area **Ans**All the following are tips for the clipper over comb techniques EXCEPT? Cutting at zero degree elevation **Ans**All of the following would be appropriate for a graduated cut EXCEPT? Cross-check opposite of cut partings **Ans**What should always be done during a proper cross checking? Shaping **Ans**Which of the following is a technical term for a section of hair that is molded in circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls? Brush out style **Ans**Which of the following step is the most FORGOTTEN for wet styling? Notching **Ans**Which haircut technique involves the tips of the scissors being pointed inward toward the hair ends rather than into them? Thinning shears **Ans**Which shears are MOST recommended for use by a new cutter to remove excess bulk? Elevation **Ans**Understanding the effects of which of the following will create any desired shaping? Practicing **Ans**Head blocks are BEST used for which of the following? Distinctive odor **Ans**Which of the follow result will a human hair wig have after burning it? Thick-coarse hair **Ans**Which of the following density and texture combinations would create the MOST volume in a hair style? 5 Oval **Ans**The stylist objective is to create the illusion of which facial shape? Veryical **Ans**Which lines create length and height in a hair design? Lash adhesive **Ans**Which of the following is used to make artificial eyelashes adhere, or stick to the natural lash line? Skin tone **Ans**All of the following are considered corrective facial skin conditions EXCEPT? Drying the skin **Ans**Which of the following is the last step of cleansing a clients skin before waxing? Matte colors **Ans**Which is recommended when applying makeup for a special occasion that will include a lot of photographs? Mechanical exfoliants **Ans**Product that physically removes dead cell build-up Collage **Ans**Gives skin form and strength Depilatories **Ans**Type of hair removal that uses a caustic alkali preparation 1 inch long **Ans**Hair length that would require trimming before preforming a waxing service Threading **Ans**Hair removal that uses an entwining method to lift hair from the follicle Press an smooth **Ans**Application method that produces a more natural looking acrylic nail Accelerator **Ans**All of the following are needed for an acrylic application EXCEPT? 6 Nippers **Ans**May damage nail plate and break seal when removing a tip Wear gloves at all times **Ans**All of the following are steps required before and after each client EXCEPT? Soak in non-acetone polish remover **Ans**All of the following are steps involved in the removal of fabric wraps EXCEPT Smooth and gentle **Ans**Which of the following best describes an effleurage movement on the hand Eases eczema **Ans**All are benefits of a paraffin wax treatment EXCEPT Evaluating income level **Ans**All of the following are effective prior to caring for a new nail client EXCEPT? Soft UV gel nails **Ans**Requires soaking the nail in acetone remover to remove nails Put on gloves **Ans**Which precaution MUST be taken when applying exfoliating foot scrubs? Autoclave **Ans**Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment and deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores Release form **Ans**Should be completed before every waxing service to ensure that the client has a thorough understanding of the procedure Sanitizing hands **Ans**Goggles should be used during all of the rolling except? Sanitizing a surface **Ans**What is the lowest level of decontamination Immediately flood the the exposed area with water **Ans**What is the First step if you get blood or potentially infectious materials in your eyes, nose, mouth, or broken skin? 7 Scrub with soap and water **Ans**What is the first step in disinfecting implements? Underwriters laboratories **Ans**Which company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers? Covered container **Ans**Which is a place used for storing disinfected tools and implements in the salon? To clean blood and bodily fluids off surfaces **Ans**For which purpose would the use of hospital grade disinfectants be used? Harmless organisms that may preform useful functions **Ans**What is the meaning of nonpathogenic Lotios **Ans**Which is the following should be used to treat an allergy of the skin? Blades **Ans**All of the following can be used to remove a callus from the foot except? Discard all disposable contaminated material in nearest trash receptacle **Ans**All of the following are steps in decontaminating workstations when there is an exposure incident EXCEPT? Stop the service **Ans**Which of the following is the FIRST step in responding to a blood exposure incident? After each use **Ans**How often should capes and linens be laundered? Milaria Rubra **Ans**All of the following are viruses that plague humans EXCEPT? Bacterial spores **Ans**Sterilization is the ONLY type of cleaning that will kill which of the following? 8 Algaecide **Ans**All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT? Disinfection **Ans**Which procedure would prepare implements that may accidentally been exposed to blood or body fluid?? It is against the Federal law to use the product contrary to label. **Ans**Which of the following is TRUE of products EPA registration? Wearing gloves **Ans**Which f the following is the best way to avoid accidental exposure to bodily f luids and bloodborne pathogens on the skin? First degree burn **Ans**Wax burn with some redness and irritation, but no blisters Disposing into trash **Ans**All of the following can be done to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogen EXCEPT?? Flush eye with plenty of clean water **Ans**What is the appropriate treatment for eye irritation? Terry wrap **Ans**Which of the following should you offer a client, for draping , when waxing underarms? Sterlization **Ans**What is the highest level of decontamination used for implements in the salon? Surfactant **Ans**What is the ingredient in shampoos that attracts oily dirt in hair and wash it away? Nail polishes **Ans**Have no pH Detangles long hair **Ans**All of the following are characteristics of a fined-tooth comb EXCEPT? Humectants **Ans**Which of the following BEST describes the substances in conditioners that absorb moisture or promotes in retention on moisture? 9 Tinea Capitis **Ans**Brittle hair and red papules, or spots at the opening of the hair follicle Contraindicated **Ans**Procedure or condition that may produce undesirable side effects during a scalp massage due to any medical issues a client may have Clarifying shampoo **Ans**Shampoo that contains an active agent that binds to metals and removes them from the hair Creamy **Ans**Which of the following conditioners should NOT be used on braids? Coil configuration **Ans**Which of the following texture applies to braid analysis? Rubber band **Ans**What is used to secure the ends of a rope braid? 10

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Cosmetology Written Exam Arkansas
Question and Answers [100% Correct]
2024/2025 Latest Release

What is the primary purpose of a patch test in cosmetology?
ANS To determine if a client has an allergic reaction to a product.

What type of hair color is best suited for covering gray hair effectively?
ANS Permanent hair color.

What is the pH range of neutral solutions?
ANS 7.

Which technique is used to create volume in a haircut?
ANS Layering.

What is the function of the cuticle in hair?
ANS To protect the inner layers of the hair shaft.

What is the ideal temperature for a perm solution to be effective?
ANS Between 70°F and 80°F.

Which vitamin is essential for healthy hair growth?
ANS Biotin (Vitamin B7).

What tool is commonly used to blend hair extensions seamlessly?
ANS A blending shear.

What is the primary ingredient in most hair relaxers?
ANS Sodium hydroxide.

Which skin type is most prone to acne?
ANS Oily skin.

What is the first step in a basic facial treatment?
ANS Cleansing the skin.

What type of brush is best for applying foundation?
ANS A flat foundation brush.

Which type of nail enhancement uses a gel base?
ANS UV gel nails.

What is the main difference between a pedicure and a manicure?
ANS A pedicure focuses on the feet, while a manicure is for the hands.



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, What are the two main categories of hair color?
ANS Temporary and permanent.

What ingredient in shampoos helps to cleanse the hair of dirt and oil?
ANS Surfactants.

What is the main purpose of a scalp massage?
ANS To stimulate blood circulation to the scalp.

What is the process of permanently changing the hair's structure called?
ANS Chemical waving.

What is a contraindication for using a facial wax?
ANS Active acne or skin infections.

Which type of scissors is used for texturizing hair?
ANS Thinning shears.

What is the correct angle for holding a hair cutting shear?
ANS 45 degrees.

Which hair type is most susceptible to damage from heat styling?
ANS Fine hair.

What skin condition is characterized by excessive oil production?
ANS Seborrhea.

What is the main purpose of exfoliating the skin?
ANS To remove dead skin cells and promote cell turnover.

What should be done before applying hair color?
ANS Perform a patch test.

Which chemical compound is commonly found in hair straightening products?
ANS Formaldehyde.

What is the primary focus of sanitation in a salon?
ANS To prevent the spread of infections.



Color **Ans**When anaylzing the hair for a chemical relaxer, it is unnecessary to evaluate the hair for



Disulfide Bonds **Ans**Which of the bonds make permanent waving, curl reforming, and chemical
relaxing possible?



Disulfide Bonds **Ans**When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking
down which bond?



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