TEXAS STATE BOARD PSYCHOLOGISTS ACT
FINAL EXAM PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
⩥ What is the PRIMARY factor that determines the strength of a perm
solution? Answer: Reducing agent concentration and alkalinity
⩥ What is the MAIN purpose of draping a client for a chemical service?
Answer: To protect client during service
⩥ What is the MAJOR reason for understanding shampooing,
conditioning, and basic scalp care in cosmetology? Answer: Build trust
and client loyalty
⩥ What is the main reason for reviewing a client's intake form and
service record card before performing a chemical service? Answer: To
ensure client's safety and compatibility
⩥ How does understanding a client's haircare routine help in providing
chemical services? Answer: Determines appropriate treatments
⩥ What types of materials should be used when performing a chemical
relaxer service? Answer: Plastic or glass bowls
,⩥ Why should gloves be worn when working with chemicals during a
haircolor service? Answer: To protect hands and prevent dermatitis
⩥ In permanent waving, which is the MAIN type of perm solution?
Answer: Alkaline and acidic solutions
⩥ Why is a hair color consultation a CRITICAL part of the hair color
service? Answer: Determines client's goals and expectations
⩥ What is the key difference between virgin and retouch chemical
services? Answer: Application area
⩥ How does permanent waving alter the hair's structure? Answer: Adds
curl or wave
⩥ What is the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolor formula? Answer:
Oxidizes hair color molecules
⩥ What is the FIRST step in the client consultation process before
starting a facial treatment? Answer: Review client intake form
⩥ How can a cosmetologist BEST adapt services for clients with
medical considerations, such as arthritis or diabetes? Answer: Alter or
adapt procedures
,⩥ When should a consent form be completed during the client
consultation process? Answer: Just before the service
⩥ What is the main benefit of applying a preshaving lotion before
shaving? Answer: Reduces irritation
⩥ What is the process of using intense light to destroy the hair follicle's
growth cells called? Answer: Intense Puled Light (IPL)
⩥ Which temporary hair removal service is commonly used in
cosmetology? Answer: Tweezing
⩥ What is the primary mechanism by which laser hair removal reduces
hair growth? Answer: Targets the pigment in hair follicles to impair
growth
⩥ In which direction should soft wax be applied to ensure proper hair
removal? Answer: In the direction of hair growth
⩥ What is the function of the nail bed? Answer: Supports the nail plate
, ⩥ What is the MOST important aspect of maintaining a clean and
sanitary environment in a salon to prevent the spread of infections and
communicable diseases? Answer: Regular disinfection of tools
⩥ What is the importance of recognizing hair loss as a potential health
concern? Answer: Identify treatments or physician referral
⩥ What pathogens can cause nail diseases? Answer: Bacteria, fungi, and
viruses
⩥ How can a cosmetologist determine a client's skin type and condition
during a skin analysis? Answer: Assess moisture, temperature, and
condition
⩥ Which symptom is MOST LIKELY to be experienced by someone
with sensitive skin? Answer: Redness and inflammation
⩥ What factors can affect nail growth? Answer: Health, age, and season
⩥ What is the defining feature of combination skin? Answer: Mixture of
dry, normal, and oily areas
⩥ Which hand tends to have faster nail growth, dominant or non-
dominant? Answer: Dominant hand
FINAL EXAM PAPER 2026 QUESTIONS
AND VERIFIED ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
⩥ What is the PRIMARY factor that determines the strength of a perm
solution? Answer: Reducing agent concentration and alkalinity
⩥ What is the MAIN purpose of draping a client for a chemical service?
Answer: To protect client during service
⩥ What is the MAJOR reason for understanding shampooing,
conditioning, and basic scalp care in cosmetology? Answer: Build trust
and client loyalty
⩥ What is the main reason for reviewing a client's intake form and
service record card before performing a chemical service? Answer: To
ensure client's safety and compatibility
⩥ How does understanding a client's haircare routine help in providing
chemical services? Answer: Determines appropriate treatments
⩥ What types of materials should be used when performing a chemical
relaxer service? Answer: Plastic or glass bowls
,⩥ Why should gloves be worn when working with chemicals during a
haircolor service? Answer: To protect hands and prevent dermatitis
⩥ In permanent waving, which is the MAIN type of perm solution?
Answer: Alkaline and acidic solutions
⩥ Why is a hair color consultation a CRITICAL part of the hair color
service? Answer: Determines client's goals and expectations
⩥ What is the key difference between virgin and retouch chemical
services? Answer: Application area
⩥ How does permanent waving alter the hair's structure? Answer: Adds
curl or wave
⩥ What is the role of hydrogen peroxide in a haircolor formula? Answer:
Oxidizes hair color molecules
⩥ What is the FIRST step in the client consultation process before
starting a facial treatment? Answer: Review client intake form
⩥ How can a cosmetologist BEST adapt services for clients with
medical considerations, such as arthritis or diabetes? Answer: Alter or
adapt procedures
,⩥ When should a consent form be completed during the client
consultation process? Answer: Just before the service
⩥ What is the main benefit of applying a preshaving lotion before
shaving? Answer: Reduces irritation
⩥ What is the process of using intense light to destroy the hair follicle's
growth cells called? Answer: Intense Puled Light (IPL)
⩥ Which temporary hair removal service is commonly used in
cosmetology? Answer: Tweezing
⩥ What is the primary mechanism by which laser hair removal reduces
hair growth? Answer: Targets the pigment in hair follicles to impair
growth
⩥ In which direction should soft wax be applied to ensure proper hair
removal? Answer: In the direction of hair growth
⩥ What is the function of the nail bed? Answer: Supports the nail plate
, ⩥ What is the MOST important aspect of maintaining a clean and
sanitary environment in a salon to prevent the spread of infections and
communicable diseases? Answer: Regular disinfection of tools
⩥ What is the importance of recognizing hair loss as a potential health
concern? Answer: Identify treatments or physician referral
⩥ What pathogens can cause nail diseases? Answer: Bacteria, fungi, and
viruses
⩥ How can a cosmetologist determine a client's skin type and condition
during a skin analysis? Answer: Assess moisture, temperature, and
condition
⩥ Which symptom is MOST LIKELY to be experienced by someone
with sensitive skin? Answer: Redness and inflammation
⩥ What factors can affect nail growth? Answer: Health, age, and season
⩥ What is the defining feature of combination skin? Answer: Mixture of
dry, normal, and oily areas
⩥ Which hand tends to have faster nail growth, dominant or non-
dominant? Answer: Dominant hand
