Cosmetology Florida State Board
Clinical Exam Review 2024-2025
Questions with Correct Answers
Guanidine - ANSWERSAlthough somewhat less irritating to the scalp, this type of
relaxer is actually harsher to the hair than hydroxide relaxers.
Hydrogen peroxide storage - ANSWERSAlways store hydrogen peroxide in an opaque
container in a dark, cool location.
Elevation - ANSWERSThe angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for cutting.
Aniline derivatives - ANSWERSContain small, uncolored dyes that combine with
hydrogen peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
Aniline derived tints - ANSWERSOxidants tints, Certified colors, deposit only tints,
progressive tints. Aniline derived tints are penetrating.
Ash, smoky, and drab - ANSWERSTerms used to describe green, blue, violet.
Client jewelry removal - ANSWERSBefore a chemical service, have the client remove
her jewelry.
Temperature test for hot iron - ANSWERSTest for temperature by testing it on a piece
of tissue paper or damp towel.
Semi-permanent and demi-permanent color effect - ANSWERSBoth colors work by
depositing pigment only.
Acid-balance rinse purpose - ANSWERSMay be used to preserve the color in tinted
hair.
Permanent wave aftercare advice - ANSWERSUse an alkaline shampoo followed by
alkaline rinse, brush the hair frequently during the first three days to even out the curl,
use a moisturizing conditioner, and use an acid balance shampoo followed by an acid
rinse.
Cotton turns purple after permanent wave - ANSWERSMost likely the client has
previously used metallic-based hair color.
, Post-toner care - ANSWERSAfter a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently
shampooed and rinsed, apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle, lower the pH, and
help prevent fading.
Certificate colors usage - ANSWERSCommonly used in temporary color rinses.
Hard or double press - ANSWERSA treatment involving two applications of the pressing
combs on each side of the hair, recommended for extremely curly, wiry hair or when the
results of a soft press are not satisfactory.
Soft press - ANSWERSA hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing comb
once on each side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl.
Compound dyes - ANSWERSA combination of metallic salts dyes and vegetable dyes.
Direction of hair growth - ANSWERSResults from the direction of the hair follicle.
Lightening process - ANSWERSFine light hair will lighten the fastest.
Progressive hair color product - ANSWERSAn example is metallic tints.
Barbering technique - ANSWERSA flexible comb, well suited for closed tapering at the
nape using the scissors over comb technique.
Guanidine relaxers - ANSWERSThey are harsher to the hair than sodium hydroxide
relaxers.
No lye relaxer - ANSWERSGuanidine.
Inverted triangle or heart-shaped facial type hairstyle - ANSWERSClose at the
forehead, gradually increasing around the center, fullest at the jaw.
Levels of color - ANSWERSFrom the lightest blond haircolor through black there are 10
levels of color.
Curly hair cutting technique - ANSWERSIt is often best to cut curly hair dry.
Greenish cast in hair correction - ANSWERSA warm tone color.
Yellow hair correction - ANSWERSBy adding violet.
Orange hair correction - ANSWERSA warm tone, such as red or yellow will not cancel
orange.
Terminal hair - ANSWERSThe hair that cosmetologist normally cuts and styles.
Clinical Exam Review 2024-2025
Questions with Correct Answers
Guanidine - ANSWERSAlthough somewhat less irritating to the scalp, this type of
relaxer is actually harsher to the hair than hydroxide relaxers.
Hydrogen peroxide storage - ANSWERSAlways store hydrogen peroxide in an opaque
container in a dark, cool location.
Elevation - ANSWERSThe angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for cutting.
Aniline derivatives - ANSWERSContain small, uncolored dyes that combine with
hydrogen peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
Aniline derived tints - ANSWERSOxidants tints, Certified colors, deposit only tints,
progressive tints. Aniline derived tints are penetrating.
Ash, smoky, and drab - ANSWERSTerms used to describe green, blue, violet.
Client jewelry removal - ANSWERSBefore a chemical service, have the client remove
her jewelry.
Temperature test for hot iron - ANSWERSTest for temperature by testing it on a piece
of tissue paper or damp towel.
Semi-permanent and demi-permanent color effect - ANSWERSBoth colors work by
depositing pigment only.
Acid-balance rinse purpose - ANSWERSMay be used to preserve the color in tinted
hair.
Permanent wave aftercare advice - ANSWERSUse an alkaline shampoo followed by
alkaline rinse, brush the hair frequently during the first three days to even out the curl,
use a moisturizing conditioner, and use an acid balance shampoo followed by an acid
rinse.
Cotton turns purple after permanent wave - ANSWERSMost likely the client has
previously used metallic-based hair color.
, Post-toner care - ANSWERSAfter a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently
shampooed and rinsed, apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle, lower the pH, and
help prevent fading.
Certificate colors usage - ANSWERSCommonly used in temporary color rinses.
Hard or double press - ANSWERSA treatment involving two applications of the pressing
combs on each side of the hair, recommended for extremely curly, wiry hair or when the
results of a soft press are not satisfactory.
Soft press - ANSWERSA hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing comb
once on each side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl.
Compound dyes - ANSWERSA combination of metallic salts dyes and vegetable dyes.
Direction of hair growth - ANSWERSResults from the direction of the hair follicle.
Lightening process - ANSWERSFine light hair will lighten the fastest.
Progressive hair color product - ANSWERSAn example is metallic tints.
Barbering technique - ANSWERSA flexible comb, well suited for closed tapering at the
nape using the scissors over comb technique.
Guanidine relaxers - ANSWERSThey are harsher to the hair than sodium hydroxide
relaxers.
No lye relaxer - ANSWERSGuanidine.
Inverted triangle or heart-shaped facial type hairstyle - ANSWERSClose at the
forehead, gradually increasing around the center, fullest at the jaw.
Levels of color - ANSWERSFrom the lightest blond haircolor through black there are 10
levels of color.
Curly hair cutting technique - ANSWERSIt is often best to cut curly hair dry.
Greenish cast in hair correction - ANSWERSA warm tone color.
Yellow hair correction - ANSWERSBy adding violet.
Orange hair correction - ANSWERSA warm tone, such as red or yellow will not cancel
orange.
Terminal hair - ANSWERSThe hair that cosmetologist normally cuts and styles.
