Cosmetology Florida State Board Clinical
Exam Review Questions and Answers
Graded A+
- Correct answer-scissor over comb work narrow sections but no wider than the
comb
An Acid- balance rinse may be used - Correct answer-to preserve the color in tinted
hair
After a permanent wave what advise should the cosmetologist give to the client for
at home maintenance to help ensure the perm does not quick relax : - Correct
answer-*Use 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
*Use an acid balance shampoo followed by an acid rinse
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,After applying permanent wave solution , if the cotton turns purple or the hair gets
excessively hot , most likely the client has previous used - Correct answer-Metallic
- based hair color
After a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently shampooed and rinsed -
Correct answer-apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle , lower the ph, and
help prevent fading
Although somewhat less irritating to the scalp , this type of relaxer is actually
harsher to the hair to than hydroxide relaxers. - Correct answer-Guanidine
Always store hydrogen peroxide in: - Correct answer-An opaque container in a
dark, cool location
The angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for cutting is called - Correct
answer-elevation
Aniline derivatives - Correct answer-Contain small, uncolored dyes that combine
with hydrogen peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
Oxidants tints,Certified colors,deposit only tints,progressive tints. Aniline derived
tints is :penetrating .
Ash, smoky, and drab are terms used to describe: - Correct answer-green, blue,
violet
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, Before a chemical service , have the client remove her - Correct answer-jewelry
Before placing a hot iron in the hair , Test for temperature by - Correct answer-
testing it on a piece of tissue paper or damp towel
Both semi-permanent and demi-permanent color affect the hair by: - Correct
answer-Both colors work by depositing pigment only
certificate colors are commonly used in - Correct answer-temporary color rinses
A client with extremely curly wiry hair wants it temporarily straightened.
Previously , she has experienced unsatisfactory results from thermal hair
straightening. You should attempt the following treatment - Correct answer-A hard
or double press involves two applications of the pressing combs on each side of the
hair and is recommended for extremely curly , wiry hair or when the results of a
soft press are not satisfactory.
Soft press - Correct answer-A hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing
comb once on each side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl
Compound dyes are a combination of metallic salts dyes and: - Correct answer-
vegetables dyes
The direction of hair growth results from - Correct answer-The direction of the hair
follicle
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Exam Review Questions and Answers
Graded A+
- Correct answer-scissor over comb work narrow sections but no wider than the
comb
An Acid- balance rinse may be used - Correct answer-to preserve the color in tinted
hair
After a permanent wave what advise should the cosmetologist give to the client for
at home maintenance to help ensure the perm does not quick relax : - Correct
answer-*Use 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
*Use an acid balance shampoo followed by an acid rinse
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,After applying permanent wave solution , if the cotton turns purple or the hair gets
excessively hot , most likely the client has previous used - Correct answer-Metallic
- based hair color
After a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently shampooed and rinsed -
Correct answer-apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle , lower the ph, and
help prevent fading
Although somewhat less irritating to the scalp , this type of relaxer is actually
harsher to the hair to than hydroxide relaxers. - Correct answer-Guanidine
Always store hydrogen peroxide in: - Correct answer-An opaque container in a
dark, cool location
The angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for cutting is called - Correct
answer-elevation
Aniline derivatives - Correct answer-Contain small, uncolored dyes that combine
with hydrogen peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
Oxidants tints,Certified colors,deposit only tints,progressive tints. Aniline derived
tints is :penetrating .
Ash, smoky, and drab are terms used to describe: - Correct answer-green, blue,
violet
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, Before a chemical service , have the client remove her - Correct answer-jewelry
Before placing a hot iron in the hair , Test for temperature by - Correct answer-
testing it on a piece of tissue paper or damp towel
Both semi-permanent and demi-permanent color affect the hair by: - Correct
answer-Both colors work by depositing pigment only
certificate colors are commonly used in - Correct answer-temporary color rinses
A client with extremely curly wiry hair wants it temporarily straightened.
Previously , she has experienced unsatisfactory results from thermal hair
straightening. You should attempt the following treatment - Correct answer-A hard
or double press involves two applications of the pressing combs on each side of the
hair and is recommended for extremely curly , wiry hair or when the results of a
soft press are not satisfactory.
Soft press - Correct answer-A hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing
comb once on each side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl
Compound dyes are a combination of metallic salts dyes and: - Correct answer-
vegetables dyes
The direction of hair growth results from - Correct answer-The direction of the hair
follicle
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