COSMETOLOGY HAWAII 2025
LICENSE EXAM
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
QUESTION 1
Which type of wig is available in several sizes and is most often handmade? -
ANSWERS-cap wig
QUESTION 2
capless wigs - ANSWERS-Machine-made wigs in which rows of wefts are sewn to
elastic strips in a circular pattern to fit the head shape
QUESTION 3
Which of the following wig types simulates natural hair growth patterns and
creates a natural look? - ANSWERS-hand tied (hand-knotted)
QUESTION 4
Combinations of hand-tied and machine-made wigs and hairpieces are called: -
ANSWERS-semi-hand tied
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QUESTION 5
When performing a hair addition service, work with the client's natural growth
pattern, since going against it could cause discomfort and - ANSWERS-damage to
the hair
QUESTION 6
When fitting a client with a wig, measure the circumference of the head, running
the tape measure just: - ANSWERS-above the ears
QUESTION 7
When putting the wig on the client, start at the: - ANSWERS-Front hairline
QUESTION 8
Dart alterations of a wig are made vertically to: - ANSWERS-remove width in the
nape area
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QUESTION 9
How often should human-hair wigs be cleaned? - ANSWERS-every 2 to 4 weeks
QUESTION 10
When shrinking a cap wig, it is recommended that you use a block one size smaller
than the wig's: - ANSWERS-circumference
QUESTION 11
Liquid dry shampoo should be used to clean: - ANSWERS-Human hair wigs
QUESTION 12
Synthetic wigs - ANSWERS-you should not put a synthetic wig under a dryer,
coloring procedures are NOT effective on synthetic wigs, coloring procedures are
effective on synthetic wigs
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QUESTION 13
What is the purpose of thinning hair near the base of a wig? - ANSWERS-remove
bulk
QUESTION 14
Which hairpiece is made up of hair fibers 6" or less in length attached to a round-
shaped, flat base? - ANSWERS-wiglet
QUESTION 15
Long hair fiber attached to an oblong-shaped dome base is referred to as a: -
ANSWERS-cascade
QUESTION 16
A hairpiece worn by men to cover bald or thinning hair spots, particularly on top of
the head is called a: - ANSWERS-toupee
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LICENSE EXAM
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
QUESTION 1
Which type of wig is available in several sizes and is most often handmade? -
ANSWERS-cap wig
QUESTION 2
capless wigs - ANSWERS-Machine-made wigs in which rows of wefts are sewn to
elastic strips in a circular pattern to fit the head shape
QUESTION 3
Which of the following wig types simulates natural hair growth patterns and
creates a natural look? - ANSWERS-hand tied (hand-knotted)
QUESTION 4
Combinations of hand-tied and machine-made wigs and hairpieces are called: -
ANSWERS-semi-hand tied
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QUESTION 5
When performing a hair addition service, work with the client's natural growth
pattern, since going against it could cause discomfort and - ANSWERS-damage to
the hair
QUESTION 6
When fitting a client with a wig, measure the circumference of the head, running
the tape measure just: - ANSWERS-above the ears
QUESTION 7
When putting the wig on the client, start at the: - ANSWERS-Front hairline
QUESTION 8
Dart alterations of a wig are made vertically to: - ANSWERS-remove width in the
nape area
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QUESTION 9
How often should human-hair wigs be cleaned? - ANSWERS-every 2 to 4 weeks
QUESTION 10
When shrinking a cap wig, it is recommended that you use a block one size smaller
than the wig's: - ANSWERS-circumference
QUESTION 11
Liquid dry shampoo should be used to clean: - ANSWERS-Human hair wigs
QUESTION 12
Synthetic wigs - ANSWERS-you should not put a synthetic wig under a dryer,
coloring procedures are NOT effective on synthetic wigs, coloring procedures are
effective on synthetic wigs
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LICENSE EXAM
QUESTION 13
What is the purpose of thinning hair near the base of a wig? - ANSWERS-remove
bulk
QUESTION 14
Which hairpiece is made up of hair fibers 6" or less in length attached to a round-
shaped, flat base? - ANSWERS-wiglet
QUESTION 15
Long hair fiber attached to an oblong-shaped dome base is referred to as a: -
ANSWERS-cascade
QUESTION 16
A hairpiece worn by men to cover bald or thinning hair spots, particularly on top of
the head is called a: - ANSWERS-toupee
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