Cosmetology Hawaii License Exam Questions and Answers
|Fall 2026/2027 Update | 100% Correct Latest (Graded A+)
Question 1
Which braid is used as a support structure when performing the track and sew hair addition method?
Correct Answer
three-strand on-the-scalp braid
Question 2
People with lighter colored hair have melanin in the:
Correct Answer
cortex only
Question 3
Cells that fight bacteria and other foreign substances are called leukocytes or:
Correct Answer
white blood cells
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,Question 4
Which design principle refers to units that are opposite, creates variety and stimulates interest?
Correct Answer
contrast
Question 5
Taper shears, also known as thinning shears, are used on the ends of the hair to
Correct Answer
reduce bulk
Question 6
When using Galvanic Current on clients in a salon, what precaution must a salon professional take in order to prevent
injury to the client?
Correct Answer
do not use over an area having broken capillaries
Question 7
The oil-loving part of a surface active agent is called:
Correct Answer
lipophilic
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,Question 8
How many sections in Ch 439 have be repealed?
Correct Answer
8
Question 9
An applicant who fails to pass the __________ examinations, but satisfies the requirements of section 439-14(c) shall continue
to qualify for examination and licensure, but not for the privilege of continuing to work in a salon.
Correct Answer
3 exams
Question 10
When performing a curl reformation service, the tool diameter chosen is generally at least how many times larger than the
diameter of the natural curl pattern?
Correct Answer
2
Question 11
The alkalinity of cold waves causes the hair fiber to soften and:
Correct Answer
swell
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, Question 12
Straight volume pincurls are used within straight shapes to create which of the following results?
Correct Answer
fullness and height
Question 13
True or false
A fee will not be assessed for a duplicate license
Correct Answer
false
Question 14
What massage movement involves light or heavy kneading and rolling of the muscles?
Correct Answer
petrissage
Question 15
Which of the following sculpting tools is used to create a clean, blunt edge?
Correct Answer
shears
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|Fall 2026/2027 Update | 100% Correct Latest (Graded A+)
Question 1
Which braid is used as a support structure when performing the track and sew hair addition method?
Correct Answer
three-strand on-the-scalp braid
Question 2
People with lighter colored hair have melanin in the:
Correct Answer
cortex only
Question 3
Cells that fight bacteria and other foreign substances are called leukocytes or:
Correct Answer
white blood cells
Page 1 of 153
,Question 4
Which design principle refers to units that are opposite, creates variety and stimulates interest?
Correct Answer
contrast
Question 5
Taper shears, also known as thinning shears, are used on the ends of the hair to
Correct Answer
reduce bulk
Question 6
When using Galvanic Current on clients in a salon, what precaution must a salon professional take in order to prevent
injury to the client?
Correct Answer
do not use over an area having broken capillaries
Question 7
The oil-loving part of a surface active agent is called:
Correct Answer
lipophilic
Page 2 of 153
,Question 8
How many sections in Ch 439 have be repealed?
Correct Answer
8
Question 9
An applicant who fails to pass the __________ examinations, but satisfies the requirements of section 439-14(c) shall continue
to qualify for examination and licensure, but not for the privilege of continuing to work in a salon.
Correct Answer
3 exams
Question 10
When performing a curl reformation service, the tool diameter chosen is generally at least how many times larger than the
diameter of the natural curl pattern?
Correct Answer
2
Question 11
The alkalinity of cold waves causes the hair fiber to soften and:
Correct Answer
swell
Page 3 of 153
, Question 12
Straight volume pincurls are used within straight shapes to create which of the following results?
Correct Answer
fullness and height
Question 13
True or false
A fee will not be assessed for a duplicate license
Correct Answer
false
Question 14
What massage movement involves light or heavy kneading and rolling of the muscles?
Correct Answer
petrissage
Question 15
Which of the following sculpting tools is used to create a clean, blunt edge?
Correct Answer
shears
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