Cosmetology Virginia State Board
Exam Review
A colorless liquid with a strong unpleasant odor, _______ is the most common reducing
agent. - ANS-thioglycolic acid
Allowing hair ends to protrude over thermal irons will cause: - ANS-fishhooks
____________ bonds are chemical side bonds formed when the sulfur atoms in two
adjacent protein chains are joined together. - ANS-disulfide
Good-quality pressing combs are constructed of either: - ANS-stainless steel or brass
An infectious microorganism capable of infesting almost all plants and animals is
__________. - ANS-virus
For cleaning necklines and around the ears, you may use smaller-sized clippers called:
- ANS-edges
A chemical reaction that easily transmits heat is called __________. - ANS-exothermic
Chemical-based side bonds that are formed when two sulfur-type chains are joined
together are: - ANS-disulfide bonds
In the fingerwave procedure, pinching or pushing a ridge with your fingers creates: -
ANS-over-direction of ridge
A/an _____________ involves deep rubbing to the muscles. - ANS-friction movement
Nail ___________ removes surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural
nail. - ANS-dehydrator
Agents that are formulated for use on the skin are: - ANS-antiseptics
The haircolor that partially penetrates the hair shaft and stains the cuticle layer, slowly
fading with each shampoo is known as: - ANS-semipermanent
_____________ relaxers are usually advertised and sold as "no lye" relaxer, containing
two components that must be mixed immediately prior to use: - ANS-guanidine relaxer
, _____________ is a closely woven, heavy material that is opaque, even after adhesive
is applied: - ANS-linen
The complimentary color for green eyes is: - ANS-red
A variation of the hard press in which a hot curling iron is passed through the hair before
the pressing comb is called: - ANS-a double press
A volume-based thermal curl is held at a 135 degree angle, rolled in the usual manner,
and placed : - ANS-forward and high on its base
Clippers are the best tool for creating a: - ANS-flat-top cut
The nail bed is supplied with many nerves and is attached to the nail plate by a thin
layer of tissue called the _________ - ANS-bed epithelium
A skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands is: - ANS-
seborrheic dermatitis
The most commonly shaped pin curl base is the: - ANS-arc base
The panel of hair on which a roller is place is called the: - ANS-base
When pin curls are properly anchored, the chip enters at the open end: - ANS-parallel to
the stem
By using a traveling guide and no overdirection to cut the same length throughout a
haircut, you are creating: - ANS-uniform layers
An itchy, swollen lesion that lasts only a few hours is a: - ANS-wheal
A/an ____________ removes the hair by removing it from the bottom of the follicle. -
ANS-epilator
The process whereby bacteria grow, reproduce, and divide into two new cells: - ANS-
binary fusion
Disinfectants with a high pH that can cause skin irritation or burn the skin or eyes are: -
ANS-phenolic disinfectants
When washing your hands, you apply soap, lather and scrub your hands and under the
free edges of nails with a nail brush for at least: - ANS-1 minute
When cleaning and disinfecting a pipe-less foot spa at the end of the day, how should
you dry it? - ANS-with a clean paper towel
Exam Review
A colorless liquid with a strong unpleasant odor, _______ is the most common reducing
agent. - ANS-thioglycolic acid
Allowing hair ends to protrude over thermal irons will cause: - ANS-fishhooks
____________ bonds are chemical side bonds formed when the sulfur atoms in two
adjacent protein chains are joined together. - ANS-disulfide
Good-quality pressing combs are constructed of either: - ANS-stainless steel or brass
An infectious microorganism capable of infesting almost all plants and animals is
__________. - ANS-virus
For cleaning necklines and around the ears, you may use smaller-sized clippers called:
- ANS-edges
A chemical reaction that easily transmits heat is called __________. - ANS-exothermic
Chemical-based side bonds that are formed when two sulfur-type chains are joined
together are: - ANS-disulfide bonds
In the fingerwave procedure, pinching or pushing a ridge with your fingers creates: -
ANS-over-direction of ridge
A/an _____________ involves deep rubbing to the muscles. - ANS-friction movement
Nail ___________ removes surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural
nail. - ANS-dehydrator
Agents that are formulated for use on the skin are: - ANS-antiseptics
The haircolor that partially penetrates the hair shaft and stains the cuticle layer, slowly
fading with each shampoo is known as: - ANS-semipermanent
_____________ relaxers are usually advertised and sold as "no lye" relaxer, containing
two components that must be mixed immediately prior to use: - ANS-guanidine relaxer
, _____________ is a closely woven, heavy material that is opaque, even after adhesive
is applied: - ANS-linen
The complimentary color for green eyes is: - ANS-red
A variation of the hard press in which a hot curling iron is passed through the hair before
the pressing comb is called: - ANS-a double press
A volume-based thermal curl is held at a 135 degree angle, rolled in the usual manner,
and placed : - ANS-forward and high on its base
Clippers are the best tool for creating a: - ANS-flat-top cut
The nail bed is supplied with many nerves and is attached to the nail plate by a thin
layer of tissue called the _________ - ANS-bed epithelium
A skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands is: - ANS-
seborrheic dermatitis
The most commonly shaped pin curl base is the: - ANS-arc base
The panel of hair on which a roller is place is called the: - ANS-base
When pin curls are properly anchored, the chip enters at the open end: - ANS-parallel to
the stem
By using a traveling guide and no overdirection to cut the same length throughout a
haircut, you are creating: - ANS-uniform layers
An itchy, swollen lesion that lasts only a few hours is a: - ANS-wheal
A/an ____________ removes the hair by removing it from the bottom of the follicle. -
ANS-epilator
The process whereby bacteria grow, reproduce, and divide into two new cells: - ANS-
binary fusion
Disinfectants with a high pH that can cause skin irritation or burn the skin or eyes are: -
ANS-phenolic disinfectants
When washing your hands, you apply soap, lather and scrub your hands and under the
free edges of nails with a nail brush for at least: - ANS-1 minute
When cleaning and disinfecting a pipe-less foot spa at the end of the day, how should
you dry it? - ANS-with a clean paper towel
