Oregon State Board Exam - Esthetics
(2026) Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT a result of collagen or fat injections?
additional fullness to lips
plumping up of facial skin
evening out of pigmentation
decreasing of indentations in the skin - ANSWER-evening out of pigmentation
A dermatologist specializes in treating diseases of all the following areas EXCEPT:
skin
hair
eyes
nails - ANSWER-eyes
How many hours of sleep nightly do most people need?
3 to 5
6 to 8
9 to 10
11 to 12 - ANSWER-6-8
The study of small living organisms called microbes is:
science
ecology
bacteriology
microbiology - ANSWER-microbiology
Faradic Current can cause:
soothing effect
chemical effects
the transfer of heat
muscle contractions - ANSWER-muscle contractions
Which cells protect the layers of the skin found below the stratum corneum?
merkel
mast
fibroblast
squamous - ANSWER-squamous
,Keratin is a form of which of the following substances?
fat
protein
nutrients
carbohydrates - ANSWER-protein
The term used to describe the electrode held by the client is called a(n):
anode
cathode
active electrode
inactive electrode - ANSWER-inactive electrode
The muscles that respond automatically to control various body functions are:
anterior
striated
voluntary
non-striated - ANSWER-non-striated
Bacteria are single cells that are circular, spiral or:
rod- shaped
square-shaped
angular-shaped
triangular- shaped - ANSWER-rod- shaped
Disease-producing bacteria are called:
virus
microbes
pathogenic bacteria
nonpathogenic bacteria - ANSWER-pathogenic bacteria
Which of the following is the toughest layer of the epidermis?
stratum lucidum
stratum spinosum
stratum corneum
stratum germinativum - ANSWER-stratum corneum
Approximately what percentage of all bacteria are nonpathogenic?
30%
50%
,70%
90% - ANSWER-70%
Which of the following helps stimulate blood circulation in the body?
exercise
watching tv
listening to music
reading a good book - ANSWER-exercise
A hard, low-level water or anhydrous product used by rubbing the product directly on
the skin is called:
stick
powder
aerosal
emulsion - ANSWER-stick
A complex mixture of fatty substances that keeps the skin soft, supple and pliable is
known as:
sweat
keratin
sebum
sudoriferous - ANSWER-sebum
Which of the following is NOT a type of cocci bacteria?
bacilli
diplococci
streptococci
staphylococci - ANSWER-bacilli
When electrical appliances are not in use, all of the following precautions should be
taken EXCEPT:
unplug the appliance
turn the appliance off
store appliance in a safe place
submerge the appliance in water - ANSWER-submerge the appliance in water
Which of the following is true about cataphoresis?
increases sensitivity
increases blood flow
expands follicle walls
, tightens and firms tissue - ANSWER-tightens and firms tissue
Chemical peels can accomplish all of the following EXCEPT:
reduce pore size
remove age spots
even pigmentation
increase fine lines - ANSWER-increase fine lines
Which of the following descriptions is NOT considered to be a basic guideline for
ensuring an individual's professional image?
poor posture
clean, healthy hair
cleaned and pressed clothing
manicured and wel-cared-for hands - ANSWER-poor posture
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of iontophoresis?
softens tissue
contracts follicle walls
penetrates a specific product into the skin
creates an antibacterial effect on the skin - ANSWER-softens tissue
Toxins and waste material, such as carbon dioxide, are released through the:
oil glands and pores
sebum and organs
sweat glands and saliva
sweat glands and pores - ANSWER-sweat glands and pores
What is the pH of pure distilled water?
0
5
7
14 - ANSWER-7
A germicide which can kill bacteria that causes skin infections is known as:
UV light
UVA rays
UVB rays
infrared light - ANSWER-UV light
What is the body's largest waste removal system?
(2026) Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT a result of collagen or fat injections?
additional fullness to lips
plumping up of facial skin
evening out of pigmentation
decreasing of indentations in the skin - ANSWER-evening out of pigmentation
A dermatologist specializes in treating diseases of all the following areas EXCEPT:
skin
hair
eyes
nails - ANSWER-eyes
How many hours of sleep nightly do most people need?
3 to 5
6 to 8
9 to 10
11 to 12 - ANSWER-6-8
The study of small living organisms called microbes is:
science
ecology
bacteriology
microbiology - ANSWER-microbiology
Faradic Current can cause:
soothing effect
chemical effects
the transfer of heat
muscle contractions - ANSWER-muscle contractions
Which cells protect the layers of the skin found below the stratum corneum?
merkel
mast
fibroblast
squamous - ANSWER-squamous
,Keratin is a form of which of the following substances?
fat
protein
nutrients
carbohydrates - ANSWER-protein
The term used to describe the electrode held by the client is called a(n):
anode
cathode
active electrode
inactive electrode - ANSWER-inactive electrode
The muscles that respond automatically to control various body functions are:
anterior
striated
voluntary
non-striated - ANSWER-non-striated
Bacteria are single cells that are circular, spiral or:
rod- shaped
square-shaped
angular-shaped
triangular- shaped - ANSWER-rod- shaped
Disease-producing bacteria are called:
virus
microbes
pathogenic bacteria
nonpathogenic bacteria - ANSWER-pathogenic bacteria
Which of the following is the toughest layer of the epidermis?
stratum lucidum
stratum spinosum
stratum corneum
stratum germinativum - ANSWER-stratum corneum
Approximately what percentage of all bacteria are nonpathogenic?
30%
50%
,70%
90% - ANSWER-70%
Which of the following helps stimulate blood circulation in the body?
exercise
watching tv
listening to music
reading a good book - ANSWER-exercise
A hard, low-level water or anhydrous product used by rubbing the product directly on
the skin is called:
stick
powder
aerosal
emulsion - ANSWER-stick
A complex mixture of fatty substances that keeps the skin soft, supple and pliable is
known as:
sweat
keratin
sebum
sudoriferous - ANSWER-sebum
Which of the following is NOT a type of cocci bacteria?
bacilli
diplococci
streptococci
staphylococci - ANSWER-bacilli
When electrical appliances are not in use, all of the following precautions should be
taken EXCEPT:
unplug the appliance
turn the appliance off
store appliance in a safe place
submerge the appliance in water - ANSWER-submerge the appliance in water
Which of the following is true about cataphoresis?
increases sensitivity
increases blood flow
expands follicle walls
, tightens and firms tissue - ANSWER-tightens and firms tissue
Chemical peels can accomplish all of the following EXCEPT:
reduce pore size
remove age spots
even pigmentation
increase fine lines - ANSWER-increase fine lines
Which of the following descriptions is NOT considered to be a basic guideline for
ensuring an individual's professional image?
poor posture
clean, healthy hair
cleaned and pressed clothing
manicured and wel-cared-for hands - ANSWER-poor posture
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of iontophoresis?
softens tissue
contracts follicle walls
penetrates a specific product into the skin
creates an antibacterial effect on the skin - ANSWER-softens tissue
Toxins and waste material, such as carbon dioxide, are released through the:
oil glands and pores
sebum and organs
sweat glands and saliva
sweat glands and pores - ANSWER-sweat glands and pores
What is the pH of pure distilled water?
0
5
7
14 - ANSWER-7
A germicide which can kill bacteria that causes skin infections is known as:
UV light
UVA rays
UVB rays
infrared light - ANSWER-UV light
What is the body's largest waste removal system?
