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Describe the technique for highlights? - ..........ANSWER.......partial lightening or
coloring, coloring some of the hair strands lighter than the natural color to add a
variety of lighter shades and the illusion of depth
Outline principles of hair design as applied to sideburns. -
..........ANSWER.......Sideburns are a primary design element of shorter hair designs.
What is the principle that deals with the comparative relationship of one thing to
another in hair design? - ..........ANSWER.......Proportion
Which principle in hair design relates to establishing equal or appropriate
proportions to create symmetry? - ..........ANSWER.......Balance
What is the term for a regular pulsation or recurrent pattern of movement in a
design in hair styling? - ..........ANSWER.......Rhythm
In hair design, what is the principle that refers to what draws the eye first in a
design? - ..........ANSWER.......Emphasis
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Which principle in hair design refers to a design's unity and is considered the most
important art principle? - ..........ANSWER.......Harmony
Why do cosmetologist need a complete understanding of draping, basic scalp care,
& shampooing and conditioning. - ..........ANSWER.......we must understand the
different types of shampoo & conditioning products available and what they offer
for various hair types, textures, and hair and scalp conditions.
Also, effective hair cleansing, rinsing, and conditioning provides a clean canvas for
styling and finishing.
Explain the benefits of the 3-part client service. - ..........ANSWER.......It is easier to
keep track of what you are doing, remain organized, and give consistent service
What info should you ask your clients before shampoo and conditioning them? -
..........ANSWER.......medication, neck problems, when was your last shampoo?,
Demonstrate appropriate draping for a basic shampooing and conditioning service
& chemical. - ..........ANSWER.......- Client must sit comfortably
- Place a towel across client's shoulders.
- Place shampoo cape over the towel and fasten securely in the back.
- Place another towel over the cape and secure
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Describe how to correctly brush hair & contribution to a healthy scalp -
..........ANSWER.......Correct hair brushing stimulates microcirculation to the scalp,
helps remove dust, dirt, and hairspray buildup from the hair, and gives it added
shine.
Explain the benefits of scalp message. - ..........ANSWER.......Benefits include
increasing scalp microcirculation and calming tenseness
What is balancing shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......Washes away excess oil while
preventing the hair from drying out
How is color enhancing shampoo created? - ..........ANSWER.......is created by
combining the surfactant base with direct-dye color pigments.
What is dry shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......(powder shampoo) shampoo that
cleanses the hair without soap and water
What is the purpose of Conditioning shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......(moisturizing
shampoo) shampoo that makes the hair appear smooth and shiny and improves its
manageability
What is a medicated shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......shampoo containing special
ingredients that are very effective in reducing dandruff or relieving other scalp
conditions
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What does oil shampoos include? - ..........ANSWER.......it includes oil to soften and
hydrate dry, brittle hair.
What is clarifying shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......an alkaline shampoo containing an
active chelating agent that binds to metals (such as iron and copper), formulated
with a pH of 7 or higher.
What is the pH shampoo balanced to? - ..........ANSWER.......shampoo that is
balanced to the pH of skin and hair (4.5 to 5.5)
What is the strengthening shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......shampoo containing
various strengthening and nourishing ingredients to add strength to weak, damaged
or brittle hair
What is Sulfate free shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......(soap-free shampoo) a
shampoo formulated with little to no alkaline soap base
What are rinse-out conditioners? - ..........ANSWER.......these are finishing rinses or
cream rinses that are rinsed out after they are worked through the hair to detangle
and deposit moisturizing benefits.
What are treatment/ repair conditioners? - ..........ANSWER.......Deep penetrating
conditioners restore protein and moisture
Cosmetology State Board Test 2025 Latest Questions
Bank with 700 Correctly Answered Questions/
Cosmetology State Board Exam Practice Test Bank
Describe the technique for highlights? - ..........ANSWER.......partial lightening or
coloring, coloring some of the hair strands lighter than the natural color to add a
variety of lighter shades and the illusion of depth
Outline principles of hair design as applied to sideburns. -
..........ANSWER.......Sideburns are a primary design element of shorter hair designs.
What is the principle that deals with the comparative relationship of one thing to
another in hair design? - ..........ANSWER.......Proportion
Which principle in hair design relates to establishing equal or appropriate
proportions to create symmetry? - ..........ANSWER.......Balance
What is the term for a regular pulsation or recurrent pattern of movement in a
design in hair styling? - ..........ANSWER.......Rhythm
In hair design, what is the principle that refers to what draws the eye first in a
design? - ..........ANSWER.......Emphasis
,Page 2 of 125
Which principle in hair design refers to a design's unity and is considered the most
important art principle? - ..........ANSWER.......Harmony
Why do cosmetologist need a complete understanding of draping, basic scalp care,
& shampooing and conditioning. - ..........ANSWER.......we must understand the
different types of shampoo & conditioning products available and what they offer
for various hair types, textures, and hair and scalp conditions.
Also, effective hair cleansing, rinsing, and conditioning provides a clean canvas for
styling and finishing.
Explain the benefits of the 3-part client service. - ..........ANSWER.......It is easier to
keep track of what you are doing, remain organized, and give consistent service
What info should you ask your clients before shampoo and conditioning them? -
..........ANSWER.......medication, neck problems, when was your last shampoo?,
Demonstrate appropriate draping for a basic shampooing and conditioning service
& chemical. - ..........ANSWER.......- Client must sit comfortably
- Place a towel across client's shoulders.
- Place shampoo cape over the towel and fasten securely in the back.
- Place another towel over the cape and secure
,Page 3 of 125
Describe how to correctly brush hair & contribution to a healthy scalp -
..........ANSWER.......Correct hair brushing stimulates microcirculation to the scalp,
helps remove dust, dirt, and hairspray buildup from the hair, and gives it added
shine.
Explain the benefits of scalp message. - ..........ANSWER.......Benefits include
increasing scalp microcirculation and calming tenseness
What is balancing shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......Washes away excess oil while
preventing the hair from drying out
How is color enhancing shampoo created? - ..........ANSWER.......is created by
combining the surfactant base with direct-dye color pigments.
What is dry shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......(powder shampoo) shampoo that
cleanses the hair without soap and water
What is the purpose of Conditioning shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......(moisturizing
shampoo) shampoo that makes the hair appear smooth and shiny and improves its
manageability
What is a medicated shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......shampoo containing special
ingredients that are very effective in reducing dandruff or relieving other scalp
conditions
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What does oil shampoos include? - ..........ANSWER.......it includes oil to soften and
hydrate dry, brittle hair.
What is clarifying shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......an alkaline shampoo containing an
active chelating agent that binds to metals (such as iron and copper), formulated
with a pH of 7 or higher.
What is the pH shampoo balanced to? - ..........ANSWER.......shampoo that is
balanced to the pH of skin and hair (4.5 to 5.5)
What is the strengthening shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......shampoo containing
various strengthening and nourishing ingredients to add strength to weak, damaged
or brittle hair
What is Sulfate free shampoo? - ..........ANSWER.......(soap-free shampoo) a
shampoo formulated with little to no alkaline soap base
What are rinse-out conditioners? - ..........ANSWER.......these are finishing rinses or
cream rinses that are rinsed out after they are worked through the hair to detangle
and deposit moisturizing benefits.
What are treatment/ repair conditioners? - ..........ANSWER.......Deep penetrating
conditioners restore protein and moisture
