PSI cosmetology state board exam
general infection ANS: Spreads throughout the body in the bloodstream
destroy or prevent the growth of terms ANS: the purpose of sanitizing implements and equipment is to:
moisturizing or emollient materials ANS: when giving a client with dry hair a scalp treatment, you
should select preparations that contain:
place a comb between the scalp and iron ANS: when using a thermal iron, what should you do to
protect the client's scalp from being burned?
wrapping the hair too loosely ANS: which of these is the LEAST common cause of over processing hair?
processing, neutralizing, and conditioning ANS: what are the three basic steps used in chemical hair
relaxing?
beeswax ANS: the allergic reaction of some clients to depilatory waxes is due mainly to:
produce muscular contractions ANS: the use of a mechanical vibrator during a massage will:
after the completion of each client ANS: cleanup of the manicure table should be done:
a mending adhesive ANS: in a nail wrap, the wrapping material is applied with:
gauze ANS: what can be used to hold in place certain mask ingredients that tend to run?
consultation ANS: all facial treatments should start with a:
,massage ANS: manual or mechanical manipulation of the body
clay based ANS: a mask used for oily skin for absorbing
cream ANS: a mask that doesn't dry on skin but is used for dry skin
exfoliation ANS: removal of excess dead cells from the skin surface
moisturizer ANS: the product used at the end of a facial
lack of moisture in the skin ANS: what is an indication of dehydration?
firm, sure touch, flexible hands ANS: what must be developed when mastering massage techniques?
petrissage ANS: kneading massage movement
friction ANS: deep rubbing massage movement
effleurage ANS: light, continuous massage movement without pressure
percussion ANS: the most stimulating form of massage
hacking ANS: chopping movement of massage
, fulling ANS: the form of massage used mainly for arms
motor point ANS: point on the skin over muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of
that particular muscle
warm moist towels or facial steamer ANS: what is used to open the pores of the skin?
aromatherapy ANS: the therapeutic use of essential oils to enhance a persons physical, emotional,
mental, and spiritual well-being:
desincrustation ANS: the process of using galvanic current to soften and emulsify grease deposits and
blackheads in the hair follicles for easier extraction:
iontophoresis ANS: the process of forcing water-soluble products that contain ions deeper into the skin
with the help of galvanic current is called:
light therapy ANS: the type of electrical current that is beneficial for acne prone skin is:
alipidic ANS: skin that does not produce enough sebum, indicated by absence of visible pores
collagen ANS: a fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength is:
crust ANS: dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing is a:
endocrine glands ANS: ductless glands that release secretion of hormones directly into the bloodstream
are:
general infection ANS: Spreads throughout the body in the bloodstream
destroy or prevent the growth of terms ANS: the purpose of sanitizing implements and equipment is to:
moisturizing or emollient materials ANS: when giving a client with dry hair a scalp treatment, you
should select preparations that contain:
place a comb between the scalp and iron ANS: when using a thermal iron, what should you do to
protect the client's scalp from being burned?
wrapping the hair too loosely ANS: which of these is the LEAST common cause of over processing hair?
processing, neutralizing, and conditioning ANS: what are the three basic steps used in chemical hair
relaxing?
beeswax ANS: the allergic reaction of some clients to depilatory waxes is due mainly to:
produce muscular contractions ANS: the use of a mechanical vibrator during a massage will:
after the completion of each client ANS: cleanup of the manicure table should be done:
a mending adhesive ANS: in a nail wrap, the wrapping material is applied with:
gauze ANS: what can be used to hold in place certain mask ingredients that tend to run?
consultation ANS: all facial treatments should start with a:
,massage ANS: manual or mechanical manipulation of the body
clay based ANS: a mask used for oily skin for absorbing
cream ANS: a mask that doesn't dry on skin but is used for dry skin
exfoliation ANS: removal of excess dead cells from the skin surface
moisturizer ANS: the product used at the end of a facial
lack of moisture in the skin ANS: what is an indication of dehydration?
firm, sure touch, flexible hands ANS: what must be developed when mastering massage techniques?
petrissage ANS: kneading massage movement
friction ANS: deep rubbing massage movement
effleurage ANS: light, continuous massage movement without pressure
percussion ANS: the most stimulating form of massage
hacking ANS: chopping movement of massage
, fulling ANS: the form of massage used mainly for arms
motor point ANS: point on the skin over muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of
that particular muscle
warm moist towels or facial steamer ANS: what is used to open the pores of the skin?
aromatherapy ANS: the therapeutic use of essential oils to enhance a persons physical, emotional,
mental, and spiritual well-being:
desincrustation ANS: the process of using galvanic current to soften and emulsify grease deposits and
blackheads in the hair follicles for easier extraction:
iontophoresis ANS: the process of forcing water-soluble products that contain ions deeper into the skin
with the help of galvanic current is called:
light therapy ANS: the type of electrical current that is beneficial for acne prone skin is:
alipidic ANS: skin that does not produce enough sebum, indicated by absence of visible pores
collagen ANS: a fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength is:
crust ANS: dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing is a:
endocrine glands ANS: ductless glands that release secretion of hormones directly into the bloodstream
are:
