NYS ESTHETICS WAXING WRITTEN LICENSE ACTUAL VERIFIED EXAM | NYSDOS | 2026/2027
VERIFIED Q&A | PROFESSIONAL ESTHETICS AND WAXING CANDIDATES
NYS ESTHETICS
WAXING
2026/2027
NYS Esthetics Waxing Written License Actual Verified Exam
NYSDOS Department of State - 2026/2027
2026/2027 Academic Year | Verified Q&A for Professional
Esthetics and Waxing Candidates | Appearance Enhancement
150Q VERIFIED NEWEST EXAM RATIONALES
LICENSE EXAM 2026/2027 NYSDOS
INCLUDES:
• Skin Anatomy, Disorders, Facials, Hair Removal, Waxing Techniques, Safety
• Sanitation, Infection Control, NY Laws 19 NYCRR, Chemistry, Business
• 150 Verified Questions + Answers + Detailed Rationales | Esthetics
• Professional Study Guide | Borders + Page Numbers | NYSDOS 2026/2027 Edition
NYS Esthetics Waxing | NYSDOS Appearance Enhancement | Not affiliated
Confidential Study Guide - Educational Purposes Only | 2026/2027 Edition
,Skin Anatomy Disorders Facials Hair Removal Waxing Esthetics
Description: Skin anatomy physiology histology skin largest organ 16% body weight functions protection barrier, thermoregulation sweat glands, sensation nerve endings,
excretion, vitamin D synthesis, absorption, layers epidermis outermost avascular stratified squamous epithelium 5 layers stratum corneum horny dead keratinized, lucidum
only palms soles, granulosum keratohyalin, spinosum prickle Langerhans, basale germinativum basal melanocytes mitosis, dermis second layer vascular connective tissue
2 layers papillary loose dermal papillae, reticular dense collagen elastin, appendages hair follicle sebaceous oil gland sudoriferous sweat eccrine apocrine, hypodermis
subcutaneous subcutis adipose fat insulation, skin disorders diseases lesions primary lesions develop directly macule flat color change freckle, papule elevated solid
pimple, vesicle blister fluid, pustule pus, wheal hive, nodule, tumor, secondary lesions change primary crust scab, scale flaky, ulcer, excoriation scratch, fissure crack, scar,
lesions contagious bacterial viral fungal, acne vulgaris grades comedones papules pustules causes, rosacea redness, eczema dermatitis inflammation, psoriasis plaques,
facials facial treatments professional skincare steps consultation analysis, cleansing removes makeup oil, exfoliation mechanical scrubs chemical AHAs BHAs enzymes,
steam opens pores softens, extraction comedone removal contraindicated inflamed, massage facial massage benefits circulation relaxation, movements effleurage light
stroking, petrissage kneading, friction circular, tapotement tapping, vibration, contraindications contagious high blood pressure, mask types clay cream gel, hair removal
methods temporary shaving razor, tweezing plucking, waxing resin removal, sugaring sugar paste, depilatory chemical cream, threading, permanent electrolysis electric
current destroys follicle, laser light IPL intense pulsed light, waxing techniques types soft wax strip wax requires muslin strip, hard wax stripless hardens peel, ingredients
rosin pine resin beeswax, procedure heating temperature test wrist, application with grain removal against, waxing procedures body areas eyebrow shaping arch, lip chin
face, underarm, leg full half, bikini line, brazilian full, safety precautions patch test allergy, temperature test burns, sanitation no double dipping applicator, contraindications
Accutane Retin-A recent chemical peel diabetes varicose veins, aftercare.
Sanitation Infection Control NY Laws Chemistry Business Esthetics
Description: Sanitation infection control microbiology bacteria virus fungi parasites, infection types local systemic, sanitation lowest level reduces microbes, disinfection
second level destroys most microbes except spores EPA Registered hospital grade disinfectant quats, sterilization highest destroys all microbes autoclave dry heat,
implements classification porous absorbent disposable cannot disinfect e.g., cotton, non-porous reusable must disinfect e.g., tweezers, blood exposure procedure NYS
requires if blood exposure stop service clean wound cover, clean implement disinfect blood spill 10% bleach, sanitation regulations NYS Appearance Enhancement,
chemistry matter elements compounds mixtures, pH potential hydrogen scale 0-14 0-6.9 acidic 7 neutral 7.1-14 alkaline basic, pH skin 4.5-5.5 acidic acid mantle, products
chemistry water H2O universal solvent, oil emollient, emulsions oil in water water in oil, surfactants detergents, ingredients cosmetics water aqua, oils emollients, wax
ingredients rosin colophonium pine resin sticky, beeswax cera alba, paraffin, safety product ingredients allergies, NY laws regulations 19 NYCRR New York Codes Rules
Regulations Part 160 Appearance Enhancement, licensing requirements esthetics 600 hours approved school, waxing specialty 75 hours, exam written practical, age 17,
Business license appearance enhancement business must be licensed, requirements license display, sanitary standards, prohibited acts operating without license,
unlicensed activity, health safety violations, OSHA Occupational Safety Health Administration MSDS Safety Data Sheets, business professional conduct ethics professional
behavior honesty integrity, client consultation analysis skin type normal dry oily combination sensitive, Fitzpatrick scale I-VI, contraindications, record keeping client cards,
business management salon ownership booth rental, retailing, NYS Esthetics Waxing written license exam 50 questions 70% passing PSI testing, 2026/2027.
NYS Esthetics Waxing Exam Domains Professional Candidates Study Guide
Description: NYS Esthetics Waxing Written License exam domains per NYSDOS Appearance Enhancement outline Part I Skin Anatomy Physiology layers epidermis
dermis hypodermis functions, Part II Skin Disorders Diseases lesions primary secondary contagious non-contagious acne, Part III Facials facial treatments steps massage
movements masks contraindications, Part IV Hair Removal methods temporary permanent waxing types soft hard, Part V Waxing Procedures body areas eyebrow lip chin
underarm leg bikini brazilian safety patch test temperature no double dip contraindications aftercare, Part VI Sanitation Infection Control levels sanitation disinfection
sterilization implements porous non-porous blood exposure EPA disinfectant, Part VII NY Laws Regulations 19 NYCRR licensing 600 hours esthetics 75 hours waxing
business requirements license display prohibited acts, Part VIII Chemistry Products pH scale ingredients water oil emulsions wax rosin beeswax safety, Part IX Business
Professional Conduct ethics client consultation skin analysis record keeping business management OSHA MSDS, Part X Anatomy Physiology systems muscular skeletal
nervous circulatory lymphatic endocrine relevant to esthetics, professional esthetics and waxing candidates exam preparation study guide, New York State Department of
State NYSDOS Division Licensing Services Appearance Enhancement regulatory authority, 19 NYCRR Part 160, Milady Standard Esthetics textbook, 2026/2027 academic
year actual verified exam 150Q verified questions answers rationales for professional esthetics waxing candidates, safety compliance ethics, practice questions multiple
choice with rationales per NYSDOS exam outline, passing score 70%, license 4 years renewal, fees, appearance enhancement business.
Page 2 - NYS Esthetics Waxing 150Q 2026/2027
,Question 1: Q1: Skin anatomy - layers and functions?
A. Skin anatomy epidermis 5 layers corneum lucidum granulosum spinosum basale, dermis papillary reticular, hypodermis subcutaneous, functions
protection thermoregulation
B. Only epidermis skin anatomy
C. No dermis skin anatomy
D. No functions skin anatomy
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Skin anatomy epidermis 5 layers corneum lucidum granulosum spinosum basale, dermis papillary reticular,
hypodermis subcutaneous, functions protection thermoregulation
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Skin anatomy epidermis 5 layers corneum lucidum granulosum spinosum basale, dermis papillary reticular, hypodermis subcutaneous, functions protection
thermoregulation. Per NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for
professional esthetics and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 2: Q2: Skin disorders - lesions and diseases?
A. No acne skin disorders
B. Only primary lesions skin disorders
C. Skin disorders lesions primary macule papule vesicle pustule, secondary crust scale ulcer, diseases acne rosacea eczema psoriasis, contagious
D. No contagious skin disorders
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Skin disorders lesions primary macule papule vesicle pustule, secondary crust scale ulcer, diseases acne rosacea
eczema psoriasis, contagious
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Skin disorders lesions primary macule papule vesicle pustule, secondary crust scale ulcer, diseases acne rosacea eczema psoriasis, contagious. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 3: Q3: Facials - facial treatments and massage?
A. No massage facials
B. Only cleanse facials
C. No contraindications facials
D. Facials steps cleanse exfoliate steam extraction massage mask, massage movements effleurage petrissage tapotement friction, contraindications
CORRECT ANSWER: D. Facials steps cleanse exfoliate steam extraction massage mask, massage movements effleurage petrissage
tapotement friction, contraindications
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Facials steps cleanse exfoliate steam extraction massage mask, massage movements effleurage petrissage tapotement friction, contraindications. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 4: Q4: Hair removal - methods and waxing techniques?
A. Only shaving hair removal
B. Hair removal temporary shaving tweezing waxing sugaring depilatory, permanent electrolysis laser, waxing types soft strip hard stripless, techniques
C. No waxing hair removal
D. No permanent hair removal
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Hair removal temporary shaving tweezing waxing sugaring depilatory, permanent electrolysis laser, waxing types soft
strip hard stripless, techniques
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Hair removal temporary shaving tweezing waxing sugaring depilatory, permanent electrolysis laser, waxing types soft strip hard stripless, techniques. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 5: Q5: Waxing procedures - body waxing and safety?
A. Waxing procedures eyebrow lip chin, underarm leg bikini brazilian, safety patch test temperature test sanitation no double dip, contraindications
B. Only eyebrow waxing procedures
C. No safety waxing procedures
D. Double dip allowed waxing procedures
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Waxing procedures eyebrow lip chin, underarm leg bikini brazilian, safety patch test temperature test sanitation no
double dip, contraindications
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Waxing procedures eyebrow lip chin, underarm leg bikini brazilian, safety patch test temperature test sanitation no double dip, contraindications. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 6: Q6: Sanitation infection control - disinfection and safety?
A. No disinfection sanitation infection control
B. Only sanitation sanitation infection control
C. Sanitation infection control levels sanitation disinfection sterilization, disinfectants EPA hospital grade, implements porous non-porous, blood exposure
procedure, MSDS
D. No blood exposure sanitation infection control
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Sanitation infection control levels sanitation disinfection sterilization, disinfectants EPA hospital grade, implements
porous non-porous, blood exposure procedure, MSDS
RATIONALE:
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, Rationale: Sanitation infection control levels sanitation disinfection sterilization, disinfectants EPA hospital grade, implements porous non-porous, blood exposure
procedure, MSDS. Per NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for
professional esthetics and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 7: Q7: NY laws and regulations - 19 NYCRR and licensing?
A. Only 600 hours NY laws
B. No 19 NYCRR NY laws
C. No licensing NY laws
D. NY laws 19 NYCRR Part 160 Appearance Enhancement licensing esthetics 600 hours waxing 75 hours, business requirements license display,
prohibited acts
CORRECT ANSWER: D. NY laws 19 NYCRR Part 160 Appearance Enhancement licensing esthetics 600 hours waxing 75 hours, business
requirements license display, prohibited acts
RATIONALE:
Rationale: NY laws 19 NYCRR Part 160 Appearance Enhancement licensing esthetics 600 hours waxing 75 hours, business requirements license display, prohibited
acts. Per NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional
esthetics and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 8: Q8: Chemistry and products - ingredients and pH?
A. pH 0 neutral chemistry products
B. Chemistry matter elements compounds, pH scale 0-14 7 neutral, products ingredients water oil emulsions, wax ingredients rosin beeswax, safety
C. No ingredients chemistry products
D. No wax ingredients chemistry products
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Chemistry matter elements compounds, pH scale 0-14 7 neutral, products ingredients water oil emulsions, wax
ingredients rosin beeswax, safety
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Chemistry matter elements compounds, pH scale 0-14 7 neutral, products ingredients water oil emulsions, wax ingredients rosin beeswax, safety. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 9: Q9: Business and professional conduct - ethics and client?
A. Business professional conduct ethics honesty, client consultation analysis, record keeping, business management salon ownership, OSHA
B. No ethics business professional conduct
C. No consultation business professional conduct
D. No OSHA business professional conduct
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Business professional conduct ethics honesty, client consultation analysis, record keeping, business management
salon ownership, OSHA
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Business professional conduct ethics honesty, client consultation analysis, record keeping, business management salon ownership, OSHA. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 10: Q10: Anatomy physiology - systems relevant to esthetics?
A. No lymphatic anatomy physiology
B. Only muscular anatomy physiology
C. Anatomy physiology cells tissues, muscular skeletal nervous circulatory lymphatic relevant, endocrine hormones affect skin, contraindications medical
D. No endocrine anatomy physiology
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Anatomy physiology cells tissues, muscular skeletal nervous circulatory lymphatic relevant, endocrine hormones
affect skin, contraindications medical
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Anatomy physiology cells tissues, muscular skeletal nervous circulatory lymphatic relevant, endocrine hormones affect skin, contraindications medical. Per
NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics
and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Page 4 - NYS Esthetics Waxing 150Q 2026/2027
VERIFIED Q&A | PROFESSIONAL ESTHETICS AND WAXING CANDIDATES
NYS ESTHETICS
WAXING
2026/2027
NYS Esthetics Waxing Written License Actual Verified Exam
NYSDOS Department of State - 2026/2027
2026/2027 Academic Year | Verified Q&A for Professional
Esthetics and Waxing Candidates | Appearance Enhancement
150Q VERIFIED NEWEST EXAM RATIONALES
LICENSE EXAM 2026/2027 NYSDOS
INCLUDES:
• Skin Anatomy, Disorders, Facials, Hair Removal, Waxing Techniques, Safety
• Sanitation, Infection Control, NY Laws 19 NYCRR, Chemistry, Business
• 150 Verified Questions + Answers + Detailed Rationales | Esthetics
• Professional Study Guide | Borders + Page Numbers | NYSDOS 2026/2027 Edition
NYS Esthetics Waxing | NYSDOS Appearance Enhancement | Not affiliated
Confidential Study Guide - Educational Purposes Only | 2026/2027 Edition
,Skin Anatomy Disorders Facials Hair Removal Waxing Esthetics
Description: Skin anatomy physiology histology skin largest organ 16% body weight functions protection barrier, thermoregulation sweat glands, sensation nerve endings,
excretion, vitamin D synthesis, absorption, layers epidermis outermost avascular stratified squamous epithelium 5 layers stratum corneum horny dead keratinized, lucidum
only palms soles, granulosum keratohyalin, spinosum prickle Langerhans, basale germinativum basal melanocytes mitosis, dermis second layer vascular connective tissue
2 layers papillary loose dermal papillae, reticular dense collagen elastin, appendages hair follicle sebaceous oil gland sudoriferous sweat eccrine apocrine, hypodermis
subcutaneous subcutis adipose fat insulation, skin disorders diseases lesions primary lesions develop directly macule flat color change freckle, papule elevated solid
pimple, vesicle blister fluid, pustule pus, wheal hive, nodule, tumor, secondary lesions change primary crust scab, scale flaky, ulcer, excoriation scratch, fissure crack, scar,
lesions contagious bacterial viral fungal, acne vulgaris grades comedones papules pustules causes, rosacea redness, eczema dermatitis inflammation, psoriasis plaques,
facials facial treatments professional skincare steps consultation analysis, cleansing removes makeup oil, exfoliation mechanical scrubs chemical AHAs BHAs enzymes,
steam opens pores softens, extraction comedone removal contraindicated inflamed, massage facial massage benefits circulation relaxation, movements effleurage light
stroking, petrissage kneading, friction circular, tapotement tapping, vibration, contraindications contagious high blood pressure, mask types clay cream gel, hair removal
methods temporary shaving razor, tweezing plucking, waxing resin removal, sugaring sugar paste, depilatory chemical cream, threading, permanent electrolysis electric
current destroys follicle, laser light IPL intense pulsed light, waxing techniques types soft wax strip wax requires muslin strip, hard wax stripless hardens peel, ingredients
rosin pine resin beeswax, procedure heating temperature test wrist, application with grain removal against, waxing procedures body areas eyebrow shaping arch, lip chin
face, underarm, leg full half, bikini line, brazilian full, safety precautions patch test allergy, temperature test burns, sanitation no double dipping applicator, contraindications
Accutane Retin-A recent chemical peel diabetes varicose veins, aftercare.
Sanitation Infection Control NY Laws Chemistry Business Esthetics
Description: Sanitation infection control microbiology bacteria virus fungi parasites, infection types local systemic, sanitation lowest level reduces microbes, disinfection
second level destroys most microbes except spores EPA Registered hospital grade disinfectant quats, sterilization highest destroys all microbes autoclave dry heat,
implements classification porous absorbent disposable cannot disinfect e.g., cotton, non-porous reusable must disinfect e.g., tweezers, blood exposure procedure NYS
requires if blood exposure stop service clean wound cover, clean implement disinfect blood spill 10% bleach, sanitation regulations NYS Appearance Enhancement,
chemistry matter elements compounds mixtures, pH potential hydrogen scale 0-14 0-6.9 acidic 7 neutral 7.1-14 alkaline basic, pH skin 4.5-5.5 acidic acid mantle, products
chemistry water H2O universal solvent, oil emollient, emulsions oil in water water in oil, surfactants detergents, ingredients cosmetics water aqua, oils emollients, wax
ingredients rosin colophonium pine resin sticky, beeswax cera alba, paraffin, safety product ingredients allergies, NY laws regulations 19 NYCRR New York Codes Rules
Regulations Part 160 Appearance Enhancement, licensing requirements esthetics 600 hours approved school, waxing specialty 75 hours, exam written practical, age 17,
Business license appearance enhancement business must be licensed, requirements license display, sanitary standards, prohibited acts operating without license,
unlicensed activity, health safety violations, OSHA Occupational Safety Health Administration MSDS Safety Data Sheets, business professional conduct ethics professional
behavior honesty integrity, client consultation analysis skin type normal dry oily combination sensitive, Fitzpatrick scale I-VI, contraindications, record keeping client cards,
business management salon ownership booth rental, retailing, NYS Esthetics Waxing written license exam 50 questions 70% passing PSI testing, 2026/2027.
NYS Esthetics Waxing Exam Domains Professional Candidates Study Guide
Description: NYS Esthetics Waxing Written License exam domains per NYSDOS Appearance Enhancement outline Part I Skin Anatomy Physiology layers epidermis
dermis hypodermis functions, Part II Skin Disorders Diseases lesions primary secondary contagious non-contagious acne, Part III Facials facial treatments steps massage
movements masks contraindications, Part IV Hair Removal methods temporary permanent waxing types soft hard, Part V Waxing Procedures body areas eyebrow lip chin
underarm leg bikini brazilian safety patch test temperature no double dip contraindications aftercare, Part VI Sanitation Infection Control levels sanitation disinfection
sterilization implements porous non-porous blood exposure EPA disinfectant, Part VII NY Laws Regulations 19 NYCRR licensing 600 hours esthetics 75 hours waxing
business requirements license display prohibited acts, Part VIII Chemistry Products pH scale ingredients water oil emulsions wax rosin beeswax safety, Part IX Business
Professional Conduct ethics client consultation skin analysis record keeping business management OSHA MSDS, Part X Anatomy Physiology systems muscular skeletal
nervous circulatory lymphatic endocrine relevant to esthetics, professional esthetics and waxing candidates exam preparation study guide, New York State Department of
State NYSDOS Division Licensing Services Appearance Enhancement regulatory authority, 19 NYCRR Part 160, Milady Standard Esthetics textbook, 2026/2027 academic
year actual verified exam 150Q verified questions answers rationales for professional esthetics waxing candidates, safety compliance ethics, practice questions multiple
choice with rationales per NYSDOS exam outline, passing score 70%, license 4 years renewal, fees, appearance enhancement business.
Page 2 - NYS Esthetics Waxing 150Q 2026/2027
,Question 1: Q1: Skin anatomy - layers and functions?
A. Skin anatomy epidermis 5 layers corneum lucidum granulosum spinosum basale, dermis papillary reticular, hypodermis subcutaneous, functions
protection thermoregulation
B. Only epidermis skin anatomy
C. No dermis skin anatomy
D. No functions skin anatomy
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Skin anatomy epidermis 5 layers corneum lucidum granulosum spinosum basale, dermis papillary reticular,
hypodermis subcutaneous, functions protection thermoregulation
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Skin anatomy epidermis 5 layers corneum lucidum granulosum spinosum basale, dermis papillary reticular, hypodermis subcutaneous, functions protection
thermoregulation. Per NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for
professional esthetics and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 2: Q2: Skin disorders - lesions and diseases?
A. No acne skin disorders
B. Only primary lesions skin disorders
C. Skin disorders lesions primary macule papule vesicle pustule, secondary crust scale ulcer, diseases acne rosacea eczema psoriasis, contagious
D. No contagious skin disorders
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Skin disorders lesions primary macule papule vesicle pustule, secondary crust scale ulcer, diseases acne rosacea
eczema psoriasis, contagious
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Skin disorders lesions primary macule papule vesicle pustule, secondary crust scale ulcer, diseases acne rosacea eczema psoriasis, contagious. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 3: Q3: Facials - facial treatments and massage?
A. No massage facials
B. Only cleanse facials
C. No contraindications facials
D. Facials steps cleanse exfoliate steam extraction massage mask, massage movements effleurage petrissage tapotement friction, contraindications
CORRECT ANSWER: D. Facials steps cleanse exfoliate steam extraction massage mask, massage movements effleurage petrissage
tapotement friction, contraindications
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Facials steps cleanse exfoliate steam extraction massage mask, massage movements effleurage petrissage tapotement friction, contraindications. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 4: Q4: Hair removal - methods and waxing techniques?
A. Only shaving hair removal
B. Hair removal temporary shaving tweezing waxing sugaring depilatory, permanent electrolysis laser, waxing types soft strip hard stripless, techniques
C. No waxing hair removal
D. No permanent hair removal
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Hair removal temporary shaving tweezing waxing sugaring depilatory, permanent electrolysis laser, waxing types soft
strip hard stripless, techniques
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Hair removal temporary shaving tweezing waxing sugaring depilatory, permanent electrolysis laser, waxing types soft strip hard stripless, techniques. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 5: Q5: Waxing procedures - body waxing and safety?
A. Waxing procedures eyebrow lip chin, underarm leg bikini brazilian, safety patch test temperature test sanitation no double dip, contraindications
B. Only eyebrow waxing procedures
C. No safety waxing procedures
D. Double dip allowed waxing procedures
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Waxing procedures eyebrow lip chin, underarm leg bikini brazilian, safety patch test temperature test sanitation no
double dip, contraindications
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Waxing procedures eyebrow lip chin, underarm leg bikini brazilian, safety patch test temperature test sanitation no double dip, contraindications. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 6: Q6: Sanitation infection control - disinfection and safety?
A. No disinfection sanitation infection control
B. Only sanitation sanitation infection control
C. Sanitation infection control levels sanitation disinfection sterilization, disinfectants EPA hospital grade, implements porous non-porous, blood exposure
procedure, MSDS
D. No blood exposure sanitation infection control
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Sanitation infection control levels sanitation disinfection sterilization, disinfectants EPA hospital grade, implements
porous non-porous, blood exposure procedure, MSDS
RATIONALE:
Page 3 - NYS Esthetics Waxing 150Q 2026/2027
, Rationale: Sanitation infection control levels sanitation disinfection sterilization, disinfectants EPA hospital grade, implements porous non-porous, blood exposure
procedure, MSDS. Per NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for
professional esthetics and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 7: Q7: NY laws and regulations - 19 NYCRR and licensing?
A. Only 600 hours NY laws
B. No 19 NYCRR NY laws
C. No licensing NY laws
D. NY laws 19 NYCRR Part 160 Appearance Enhancement licensing esthetics 600 hours waxing 75 hours, business requirements license display,
prohibited acts
CORRECT ANSWER: D. NY laws 19 NYCRR Part 160 Appearance Enhancement licensing esthetics 600 hours waxing 75 hours, business
requirements license display, prohibited acts
RATIONALE:
Rationale: NY laws 19 NYCRR Part 160 Appearance Enhancement licensing esthetics 600 hours waxing 75 hours, business requirements license display, prohibited
acts. Per NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional
esthetics and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 8: Q8: Chemistry and products - ingredients and pH?
A. pH 0 neutral chemistry products
B. Chemistry matter elements compounds, pH scale 0-14 7 neutral, products ingredients water oil emulsions, wax ingredients rosin beeswax, safety
C. No ingredients chemistry products
D. No wax ingredients chemistry products
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Chemistry matter elements compounds, pH scale 0-14 7 neutral, products ingredients water oil emulsions, wax
ingredients rosin beeswax, safety
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Chemistry matter elements compounds, pH scale 0-14 7 neutral, products ingredients water oil emulsions, wax ingredients rosin beeswax, safety. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 9: Q9: Business and professional conduct - ethics and client?
A. Business professional conduct ethics honesty, client consultation analysis, record keeping, business management salon ownership, OSHA
B. No ethics business professional conduct
C. No consultation business professional conduct
D. No OSHA business professional conduct
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Business professional conduct ethics honesty, client consultation analysis, record keeping, business management
salon ownership, OSHA
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Business professional conduct ethics honesty, client consultation analysis, record keeping, business management salon ownership, OSHA. Per NYS
Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics and
waxing candidates 2026/2027.
Question 10: Q10: Anatomy physiology - systems relevant to esthetics?
A. No lymphatic anatomy physiology
B. Only muscular anatomy physiology
C. Anatomy physiology cells tissues, muscular skeletal nervous circulatory lymphatic relevant, endocrine hormones affect skin, contraindications medical
D. No endocrine anatomy physiology
CORRECT ANSWER: C. Anatomy physiology cells tissues, muscular skeletal nervous circulatory lymphatic relevant, endocrine hormones
affect skin, contraindications medical
RATIONALE:
Rationale: Anatomy physiology cells tissues, muscular skeletal nervous circulatory lymphatic relevant, endocrine hormones affect skin, contraindications medical. Per
NYS Appearance Enhancement Laws 19 NYCRR, Milady Esthetics textbook, and NYSDOS Department of State Division of Licensing Services for professional esthetics
and waxing candidates 2026/2027.
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