COSMETOLOGY FINAL EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
___ is the conscious act of planning your life with daily, monthly, and yearly goals,
instead of just letting things happen. - Answer-having a game plan
water is the most abundant and important element on earth and is classified as a ____.
- Answer-universal solvent
The _____ area is defined as the area at the back part of the neck and consists of the
hair below the occipital bone. - Answer-nape
A(n) ____ can be defined as an artificial covering for the head that consists of a network
of interwoven hair and completely covers the client's hair. - Answer-wig
Non-oxidative haircolor is classified as temporary and ____. (traditional) - Answer-
semipermanent
Nail tips are softened with acetone or tip remover and are ___. - Answer-slid off
What blowdry attachment is used to accentuate or keep textural definition by allowing
the hair to flow more softly? - Answer-diffuser
Wavy, _____ hair offers the most versatility in styling. - Answer-medium
What type of epilator may cause an allergic reaction and should be patch tested on the
client before use? - Answer-soft wax
in permanent waving, the reduction reaction is due to the addition of ___. - Answer-
hydrogen
What cosmetic is used to darken, define, and thicken the eyelashes? - Answer-mascara
____ is a colorless, inflammable liquid, with a sweetish odor and burning taste that is
used a solvent to quickly remove nail polish. - Answer-acetone
Relaxers that contain two components and must be mixed immediately prior to use are:
- Answer-guanidine hydroxide relaxers
which product is made of plastic, pre-molded nails shaped from a tough polymer of
acrylonitrile butadiene sytrene plastic? - Answer-nail tips
,if an exposure incident should occur, all disposable contaminated objects should be
___. - Answer-placed in a plastic bag which is then placed in a closed trash container
with a liner bag
When testing synthetic hair or fibers by burning, the hair will either ball up, melt, or burn:
- Answer-quickly with slight or no odor
Hair in which the root end of every single strand is sewn into the base is called: -
Answer-remi hair
The terms _____ curls and _____ curls are used to describe the direction of pin curls. -
Answer-clockwise;counterclockwise
what are two conditioning agents that help restore moisture and elasticity to the hair
shaft? - Answer-protein and biotin
what term refers to the scientific study of hair and its diseases and care? - Answer-
trichology
After the filing procedure, remove dust and filings with a clean and disinfected: -
Answer-nylon brush
what are the three growth cycles of human hair? - Answer-anagen, catagen, telogen
what is considered to be the ideal profile - Answer-straight profile
As of June 2015, both federal and state laws require that manufacturers supply a(n)
_____ for all chemical products manufactured and sold. - Answer-SDS
a hair form should be in proportion to the shape of the head and face, the length and
width of the neck, and the ___ line. - Answer-shoulder
The process of treating gray or very resistant hair to allow for better penetration of color
is known as - Answer-pre-softening
what term describes the water-attracting head of a surfactant molecule? - Answer-
hydrophilic
What additives are added to monomer liquid to speed up chemical reaction and control
the set or curing time? - Answer-catalysts
____ braiding is a newer way to add hair for a longer look by braiding or cornrow
braiding along with hair extensions, so that the finished look shows mostly faux hair. -
Answer-tree
, ___ services are currently the fasted-growing services on salon and spa menus -
Answer-manicure and pedicure
What type of curl is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility? -
Answer-full-stem curl
Pedicures can cause _____ damage to clients than manicures. - Answer-more
During a relaxer strand test, hair that is pressed to the scalp and continues to curl is: -
Answer-insufficiently relaxed
When applied to the lids, eye color or shadow makes the eyes appear _____ and more
expressive - Answer-brighter
bending foward and/or twisting your body to get closer to your client, gripping or
squeezing your implements too tightly, and holding your arms too far away from your
body are examples of ____ that will ultimately cause injuries. - Answer-repetitive
motions
what is a contagious skin disease that caused by the itch mite? - Answer-scabies
rollers should be placed___ in a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired. -
Answer-completely off the base
Top-of-the-line synthetic hair, like _____, simulate protein-rich hair with a natural,
lustrous look and feel. - Answer-kanekalon
what are the four primary aspects of ethical professionals, as mentioned in your text? -
Answer-self-care, integrity, discretion, and communication
what skin condition contains areas of hyperpigmentation, wrinkled areas including areas
not in the normal facial expression, and sagging skin from damage to elastic fibers due
to chronic and frequent exposure to the sun over the client's lifetime? - Answer-sun-
damaged skin
large diameter pin curls that are similar to a roller, but do not have the same amount of
tension are called____. - Answer-barrel curls
the maintenance of healthy skin and the careful application of ____ enhances your best
facial features and promotes your professional image. - Answer-makeup
You can begin to make decisions about the best haircut for a client by analyzing his or
her _____. - Answer-face shape
___, also known as tact, is the ability to deliver truthful, even sometimes critical or
difficult, messages in a kind way. - Answer-diplomacy
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
___ is the conscious act of planning your life with daily, monthly, and yearly goals,
instead of just letting things happen. - Answer-having a game plan
water is the most abundant and important element on earth and is classified as a ____.
- Answer-universal solvent
The _____ area is defined as the area at the back part of the neck and consists of the
hair below the occipital bone. - Answer-nape
A(n) ____ can be defined as an artificial covering for the head that consists of a network
of interwoven hair and completely covers the client's hair. - Answer-wig
Non-oxidative haircolor is classified as temporary and ____. (traditional) - Answer-
semipermanent
Nail tips are softened with acetone or tip remover and are ___. - Answer-slid off
What blowdry attachment is used to accentuate or keep textural definition by allowing
the hair to flow more softly? - Answer-diffuser
Wavy, _____ hair offers the most versatility in styling. - Answer-medium
What type of epilator may cause an allergic reaction and should be patch tested on the
client before use? - Answer-soft wax
in permanent waving, the reduction reaction is due to the addition of ___. - Answer-
hydrogen
What cosmetic is used to darken, define, and thicken the eyelashes? - Answer-mascara
____ is a colorless, inflammable liquid, with a sweetish odor and burning taste that is
used a solvent to quickly remove nail polish. - Answer-acetone
Relaxers that contain two components and must be mixed immediately prior to use are:
- Answer-guanidine hydroxide relaxers
which product is made of plastic, pre-molded nails shaped from a tough polymer of
acrylonitrile butadiene sytrene plastic? - Answer-nail tips
,if an exposure incident should occur, all disposable contaminated objects should be
___. - Answer-placed in a plastic bag which is then placed in a closed trash container
with a liner bag
When testing synthetic hair or fibers by burning, the hair will either ball up, melt, or burn:
- Answer-quickly with slight or no odor
Hair in which the root end of every single strand is sewn into the base is called: -
Answer-remi hair
The terms _____ curls and _____ curls are used to describe the direction of pin curls. -
Answer-clockwise;counterclockwise
what are two conditioning agents that help restore moisture and elasticity to the hair
shaft? - Answer-protein and biotin
what term refers to the scientific study of hair and its diseases and care? - Answer-
trichology
After the filing procedure, remove dust and filings with a clean and disinfected: -
Answer-nylon brush
what are the three growth cycles of human hair? - Answer-anagen, catagen, telogen
what is considered to be the ideal profile - Answer-straight profile
As of June 2015, both federal and state laws require that manufacturers supply a(n)
_____ for all chemical products manufactured and sold. - Answer-SDS
a hair form should be in proportion to the shape of the head and face, the length and
width of the neck, and the ___ line. - Answer-shoulder
The process of treating gray or very resistant hair to allow for better penetration of color
is known as - Answer-pre-softening
what term describes the water-attracting head of a surfactant molecule? - Answer-
hydrophilic
What additives are added to monomer liquid to speed up chemical reaction and control
the set or curing time? - Answer-catalysts
____ braiding is a newer way to add hair for a longer look by braiding or cornrow
braiding along with hair extensions, so that the finished look shows mostly faux hair. -
Answer-tree
, ___ services are currently the fasted-growing services on salon and spa menus -
Answer-manicure and pedicure
What type of curl is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility? -
Answer-full-stem curl
Pedicures can cause _____ damage to clients than manicures. - Answer-more
During a relaxer strand test, hair that is pressed to the scalp and continues to curl is: -
Answer-insufficiently relaxed
When applied to the lids, eye color or shadow makes the eyes appear _____ and more
expressive - Answer-brighter
bending foward and/or twisting your body to get closer to your client, gripping or
squeezing your implements too tightly, and holding your arms too far away from your
body are examples of ____ that will ultimately cause injuries. - Answer-repetitive
motions
what is a contagious skin disease that caused by the itch mite? - Answer-scabies
rollers should be placed___ in a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired. -
Answer-completely off the base
Top-of-the-line synthetic hair, like _____, simulate protein-rich hair with a natural,
lustrous look and feel. - Answer-kanekalon
what are the four primary aspects of ethical professionals, as mentioned in your text? -
Answer-self-care, integrity, discretion, and communication
what skin condition contains areas of hyperpigmentation, wrinkled areas including areas
not in the normal facial expression, and sagging skin from damage to elastic fibers due
to chronic and frequent exposure to the sun over the client's lifetime? - Answer-sun-
damaged skin
large diameter pin curls that are similar to a roller, but do not have the same amount of
tension are called____. - Answer-barrel curls
the maintenance of healthy skin and the careful application of ____ enhances your best
facial features and promotes your professional image. - Answer-makeup
You can begin to make decisions about the best haircut for a client by analyzing his or
her _____. - Answer-face shape
___, also known as tact, is the ability to deliver truthful, even sometimes critical or
difficult, messages in a kind way. - Answer-diplomacy
