Texas Cosmetology State Board FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2025/2026 ACCURATE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES || 100% GUARANTEED PASS <BRAND NEW VERSION>

Texas Cosmetology State Board FINAL EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2025/2026 ACCURATE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES || 100% GUARANTEED PASS &lt;BRAND NEW VERSION&gt; 1. The hair's ability to absorb moisture - ANSWER Porosity 2. contagious skin disease transmitted by the itch mite - ANSWER Scabies 3. secrete sebum (oil) into the hair follicles where the hair shafts pass through the dermis - ANSWER sebaceous glands 4. The principal function of the skin are protection, sensation, heat regulation, excretion, secretion, and absorption - ANSWER secretion and absorption 5. Nerves that carry information from the sense receptors to the spinal cord and brain. - ANSWER sensory nerves 6. The part of the hair that extends from the epidermis - ANSWER Shaft 7. the bonds that account for the strength and elasticity of the hair - ANSWER Side bonds 8. A blended mixture of two or more solids, liquids, or gases - ANSWER Solution 9. substance in which another substance is dissolved - ANSWER Solvent 10. A carbuncle is an inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue caused by: - ANSWER Staphylococci 11. Cosmetologists are only allowed to use products that remove dead skin from the stratum corneum - ANSWER stratum corneum 12. deepest layer of epidermis - ANSWER stratum germinativum 13. The process that completely destroys all microbial life, including spores. - ANSWER Sterilization 14. Two types of duct glands that extract materials from the blood to form new substances - ANSWER Sudoriferous and sebaceous glands 15. An agent that can reduce the surface tension of a liquid and thus allow it to penetrate solids - ANSWER Surfactant 16. resting phase - ANSWER Telegen phase 17. ringworm of the scalp - ANSWER tinea capitis 18. Also known as tinea favus; fungal infection characterized by dry, sulfur yellow, cup-like crusts on the scalp called scutula. - ANSWER Tinea favosa 19. muscle that allows you to shrug your shoulders or extend your head - ANSWER Trapezius 20. Scientific study of hair and its diseases and care. - ANSWER Trichology 21. Technical term for split ends - ANSWER Trichoptilosis 22. Technical term for knotted hair - ANSWER Trichorrhexis nodosa 23. Unit of electric pressure - ANSWER Volt 24. Amount of energy used in one second - ANSWER Watts 25. The amount of movement in the hair strand - ANSWER Wave pattern 26. Type of connective tissue which gives the skin contour and smoothness - ANSWER addipose tissue 27. A fold of skin overlapping both sides of the nail, may extend as far as the first knuckle - ANSWER Eponychium 28. The area from the nail root to the free edge, contains no blood vessels/nerves - ANSWER Nail plate and Nail Body 29. Onychophagy refers to this - ANSWER Bitten nails 30. The technical term for bitten nails - ANSWER Onychophagy 31. An angle below 90 degrees, is used primarily to - ANSWER Build weight 32. Bevel in is a hair cutting technique used to create - ANSWER Fullness by cutting the ends the ends at a slight taper 33. A "blunt cut", is sometimes referred to as - ANSWER One length, solid form, zero degree/elevation 34. There are how many bones in the palm or your hand (metacarpus) - ANSWER Five 35. A blunt cut is a good technique for use on - ANSWER Fine hair 36. Angles above 90 degrees are used to - ANSWER Remove weight 37. A uniformed layered cut (same length throughout) is cut at what angle/degree - ANSWER 90 38. How many bones are found in the carpus/wrist - ANSWER Eight 39. If your client wanted longer layers, what angles/degrees would be appropriate to use - ANSWER A combination of 45 degree and 90 degrees 40. Pidiculosis capitis is - ANSWER Head lice 41. Scabies is also referred to as a/an - ANSWER Itch mite 42. Which angle/degree would create the longest possible layers in a clients haircut - ANSWER A combination of 45 and 90 degrees 43. In hair cutting, graduation means - ANSWER Shorter exterior length, longer interior length 44. A haircut has 45 degree angle at crown and 180 angle at shoulders, this is an example of - ANSWER Longer exterior length, shorter interior length 45. A guideline used mostly when you want to create a gradual increase in length or weight - ANSWER Stationary 46. A substance which dissolves another substance, with no change in its own composition - ANSWER Solvent 47. The term "solute" refers to - ANSWER The dissolved substance 48. A "hand-knotted, hand -made, or hand-tied" wig is referred to as - ANSWER Cap wig 49. A machine made wig is generally a - ANSWER Cap less wig 50. Consists of rows of hair wefts, sewn to strips of elastic - ANSWER Cap less wig 51. Consists of elasticized mesh fibers to which the hair is attached - ANSWER Cap wig 52. In hair cutting, the area above the parietal/crest is referred to as - ANSWER Interior 53. In hair cutting the area below the parietal/crest is referred to as - ANSWER Exterior 54. This is the widest portion of the head, sometimes referred to as the "crest area" - ANSWER Parietal 55. Common oil & vinegar salad dressing is an example of a / an - ANSWER Suspension 56. If liquids cannot be mixed, they are said to be - ANSWER Immiscible 57. An example of immiscible liquids is - ANSWER Oil and water 58. The term "surfactant" is short for - ANSWER Surface active agent 59. The tissue/skin surrounding the nail on three sides - ANSWER Perionychium 60. The area from the nail root to the free edge, contains no blood vessels/nerves - ANSWER Nail plate and nail body 61. Onychophagy refers to - ANSWER Bitten nails 62. The technical term for bitten nails - ANSWER Onychophagy 63. Improper trimming of the toe-nails, or very tight shoes, may result in this - ANSWER Onychocryptosis 64. Onychocryptosis is a condition that may result from - ANSWER Excessively tight shoes 65. Ingrown toe-nails are referred to as - ANSWER Onychocryptosis 66. Which agency approves the efficacy of products used for infection control - ANSWER Environmental protection agency 67. If lost, how long will it take to grow a new nail plate/body - ANSWER 3 6 months 68. The tissue beneath the free edge of the nail (distal edge) is known as - ANSWER Hyponychium 69. If a client has onychatrophia, which of the following would be indivisible - ANSWER Use of a metal pusher/file 70. The Latin, medical, and technical term for nails is - ANSWER Onyx 71. If the toe nail is lost/removed, approximately how long will it take to grow back - ANSWER 9-12 months 72. The nail root and nail matrix are located in this cup like structure - ANSWER Nail mantle 73. If the technician causes bleeding during a manicure/pedicure, they should use - ANSWER Styptic powder 74. Once destroyed, which part of the nail will not grow again - ANSWER Matrix or root 75. In an artificial nail service, the purpose of the primer is to - ANSWER Promote better bonding 76. In an artificial nail service, the purpose of the primer is to - ANSWER Increase adhesion 77. In an artificial nail service, the purpose of the primer is to - ANSWER Promote bonding and increase adheasion 78. In an artificial nail service, the function of the dehydrator is to - ANSWER Remove oil & moisture 79. What is the correct method of removing artificial nails - ANSWER Immerse in acetone, then gently pull or lift. Off 80. This bacterial infection is responsible for pneumonia - ANSWER Diplococci 81. If your client has AIDS and is requesting service, are you allowed to perform it? - ANSWER Yes 82. Pediculosis capitis is - ANSWER Head lice 83. The bodies ability to fight off infection and disease is referred to as - ANSWER Immunity 84. Very dense hair will provide the best results in a permanent wave of wrapped with - ANSWER Larger rods with small blockings 85. Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) works by breaking down the bodies - ANSWER Immune system 86. The study that deals with the functions of the body - ANSWER Physiology 87. When giving a manicure, how does the technician file the natural nails? - ANSWER Corner to center 88. From weakest to strongest, which answer best describes decontamination - ANSWER Sanitation, disinfection, sterilization 89. The highest level of decontamination is - ANSWER Sterilization 90. A come done extractor would be used to - ANSWER Remove blackheads 91. The level of decontamination required for salons and spas is - ANSWER Disinfection 92. Scabies is also known as - ANSWER The itch-mite 93. Which of the following is not a manner to remove implements from a disinfectant tray - ANSWER Bare hands 94. A process applying the decolorizer directly onto styled hair to produce a subtle effect - ANSWER Balayage 95. What is the safety criteria for a permanent wave service? - ANSWER 1.) Disposes of waste material using trash bag. 2.) Ensures area remains sanitary throughout service. 3.) Ensures chemical draping is maintained throughout service. 4.) Implements are pre-sanitized and labeled in English. 5.) Uses a clean towel for entire procedure. 6.) Replaces contaminated items. 7.) Ensures all containers remain closed when not in use. 8.) Kit must remain closed. Place soiled items in zip lock/trash, and raise your hand to be graded. 96. How much time is allowed for a curl demo and roller placement procedure? - ANSWER You have 15 minutes to complete 1 on-base roller, 1 no-stem flat pin-curl, and a three ridge finger-wave (4x2). 97. What is the procedure criteria for a curl demo and roller placement? - ANSWER 1.) Sanitizes own hands using hand sanitizer. 2.) Subsections hair in sections equal to diameter of roller. (On-base roller) 3.) In top center area completes on-base roller placement and ensures roller is anchored properly. 4.) On right side of head completes no stem pin-curl and anchors properly. 5.) Behind roller placement, completes three-ridge finger wave 4 inch wide 1 inch apart. 98. What is the safety criteria for a curl demo and roller placement? - ANSWER 1.) Disposes of waste material using trash bag. 2.) Ensures are remains sanitary throughout service. 3.) Maintains chemical drape, towel, chemical cape and towel. 4.) Implements pre-sanitized and labeled in English. 5.) Replaces contaminated items. 6.) Ensures all containers remain closed when not in use. 7.) Kit must remain closed. 8.) Removes products from containers without contamination. 99. How much time is allowed for a blow drying and thermal curling service? - ANSWER You are allowed 20 minutes to blow dry right front quadrant and one off-base curl using a Marcel curling iron. 100. What is the procedure criteria for a blow drying and thermal curling service? - ANSWER 1.) Sanitizes own hands using hand sanitizer. 2.) Blow dries wet hair in right front quadrant, using a vent/round brush. 3.) Ensures hair is tangle-free 4.) Tests iron for proper temperature by clamping down on tissue paper/neck-strip. 5.) Subsections hair such that width and length of parting are equivalent to barrel size. 6.) Subsections are no longer than 3 inches. 7.) Rolls/manipulates iron to establish a base. 8.) Protects scalp with comb 9.) Places curl off-base. 10.) Ensures smooth, open curl formation without securing with clips. DO NOT remove cape, dispose of towels, or clean are. This is done on the next task 1-2-3, you will lose points if you do this at this time. 101. What is the safety criteria for a blow drying and thermal curling service? - ANSWER 1.) Disposes of waste material using a trash bag. 2.) Ensures area remains sanitary throughout service. 3.) Ensures draping is maintained throughout service. 4.) Implements are pre-sanitized and labeled in English. 5.) Replaces contaminated items. 6.) Kit must remain closed. 102. How much time is allowed for an end of exam disinfection procedure? - ANSWER You are allowed 10 minutes. 103. What is the criteria for an end of exam disinfection procedure? - ANSWER 1.) Removes cape. 2.) Disposes of used towel(s), cape(s), neck-strip(s), and glove(s). 3.) Disinfects work surfaces with approved EPA-registered disinfectant. 4.) Sanitizes own hands using hand sanitizer. 5.) Cleans and sanitizes workstation area, chair, and mirror. 6.) Removes all supplies, materials, and/or personal belongings. 104. What do you do at the end of the practical exam? - ANSWER You have a seat until they give you the results of you exam. 105. Take all of your belongings and leave the building. 106. The ability of the hair to absorb moisture is: - ANSWER Porosity 107. Chemical services performed on hair with low porosity require a solution that is: - ANSWER More alkaline 108. Dry hair and scalp should be treated with products that contain moisturizers and: - ANSWER Emollients 109. Rapid and interrupted current that flows in one direction and then in the opposite direction is: - ANSWER Alternating current 110. A measurement of how much electricity is being used in 1 second is a(n): - ANSWER Watt 111. Electronic facial treatments are commonly referred to as: - ANSWER Electrotherapy 112. An applicator that directs electric current from a machine to the client's skin is a(n): - ANSWER Electrode 113. The negative or positive pole of an electric current is referred to as the: - ANSWER Polarity 114. Infusing water-soluble products into the skin with the use of electric current is known as: - ANSWER Iontophoresis 115. Rays with long wavelengths that penetrate more deeply and produce more heat than visible light are: - ANSWER Infrared rays 116. Lasers work by a process that turns the light from the laser into heat called: - ANSWER Phototherapy