Practice Exam #1- California Cosmetology State Board Study Guide Solutions

Practice Exam #1- California Cosmetology State Board Study Guide Solutions A fold of skin overlapping both sides of the nail, may extend as far as the first knuckle: - ANSWER- Eponychium The area from the nail root to the free edge, contains no blood vessels/nerves: - ANSWER-Nail plate/nail body Onychophagy refers to: - ANSWER-Bitten nails The technical term for bitten nails: - ANSWER-Onychophagy Improper trimming of toenails may result in : - ANSWER-Onychocryptosis High quality brushes to fashion acrylic nails are usually made from: - ANSWER-Sable Which governmental agency mandates the use of a P.D Test prior to using aniline tints? - ANSWER- FDA Which governmental regulates cosmetics in the U.S? - ANSWER-FDA Which agency regulates and approves the efficacy of products for infection control? - ANSWER-EPA Which governmental agency enforces health and safety standards for the workplace? - ANSWER- OSHA "Fallen Hair" is: - ANSWER-Non-Remy Copyright © KAYLIN 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Copyright ©Stuvia International BV Page 2/8 The point where the nail enters the skin at the base of the nail is referred to as: - ANSWER- Eponychium The tissue between the free edge of the nail (distal edge) is known as the: - ANSWER-Hyponychium Pterygium refers to: - ANSWER-Forward growth of the cuticle In the shears over comb method, holding the comb flat against the head will: - ANSWER-Make the hair longer The most commonly used elevations in haircutting are: - ANSWER-45 degrees and 90 degrees An angle below 90 degrees, is used primarily to: - ANSWER-Build weight Angles above 90 degrees are used to: - ANSWER-Remove weight A "Blunt Cut" is sometimes referred to as: - ANSWER-Zero elevation, solid form, one length Double notched thinning shears: - ANSWER-Both blades are serrated A blunt cut is a good technique for: - ANSWER-Fine hair Using "double notched" shears will: - ANSWER-Remove less hair than single notched A uniform layered cut (same length throughout) is cut at what angle/degree? - ANSWER-90 A haircut using a 0 degree/angle is referred to as: - ANSWER-Blunt cut, BOB, solid form Your client wants longer layers in a graduated cut, what angles/degrees would you use? - ANSWER-A combination of 45 and 90 degrees Which angle creates the longest possible layers for a client? - ANSWER-180 degrees Copyright © KAYLIN 2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Copyright ©Stuvia International BV Page 3/8 Which angle/degrees would provide the most moment? - ANSWER-180 degrees Type of guideline used in blunt cutting or to create gradual increase in length: - ANSWER-Stationary A light, stroking movement applied with either the hand or finger tip is called: - ANSWER-Effleurage If a finger nail is lost/removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back? - ANSWER-3-6 months If lost, growth of a new nail plate/body will take approximately how long? - ANSWER-3-6 months The root and matrix are located in this pocket like section of the nail: - ANSWER-The mantle Once destroyed, which part of the nail won't grow back? - ANSWER-Matrix Which part of your razor does your little finger rest? - ANSWER-Tang The living cells of the hair are found in the: - ANSWER-Hair bulb