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Cosmetology
Stateboard Theory Exam
Question | Answer |
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the client consultation is also known as the: | needs assessment |
you should ask the client what at-home products she uses as a part of which step of the client consultation? | analyze client's hair |
when suggesting options to a client, which of the following criteria should be used? | lifestyle, face shape & hair type |
when communicating with your salon manager, you should do all of the following EXCEPT: | complain about your colleagues |
invasion of the body tissues by disease-causing pathogenic bacteria can result in a (n): | infection |
non-pathogenic bacteria are: | harmless |
the type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is: | cocci |
bacteria generally consists of an outer cell wall containing a liquid called: | protoplasm |
inflammation is characterized by which of the following? | swelling, pain, & heat |
a sign of a bacterial infection is the presence of: | pus |
disease-causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or body fluids are called: | bloodborne pathogens |
a disease caused by a bloodborne virus that causes liver damage is: | hepatitis |
which fungus affects plants or grows on inanimate objects but does not cause human infections in the salon? | mildew |
organisms that grow, feed, and find shelter on or in a host organism are called: | parasites |
the type of immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease or through inoculations is: | using a cleaning solvent |
when hand washing, it is important to rub hands together for a minimum of how long? | 20 seconds |
if an exposure incident should occur, discard all disposable contaminated objects in a: | contaminated waste container |
the medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin, it's functions and diseases, is: | dermatology |
the largest organ of the human body is the: | skin |
the outermost and thinnest layer of the skin is the: | epidermis |
the clear, transparent layer just under the stratum corneum that consists of small cells through which light can pass is the: | stratum lucidum |
the deepest layer of the epidermis, the basal cell layer, is also known as the: | stratum germinativum |
the dermis layer is made up of two layers, which are the: | papillary and reticular |
the layer of the dermis that houses the nerve endings which provide the body with the sense of touch is found in the: | papillary layer |
the deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients is the: | reticular layer |
water is the number one nutrient of the body and composes what percentage of the body'a weight? | 50 to 70 percent |
all of the following are examples of a primary lesion EXCEPT: | keloid |
a flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a: | macule |
a large sore bump that does not have a head of pus is a: | papule |
an inflamed pimple containing pus is a: | pustule |
an abnormal cell mass that varies in size, color, and shape is a: | tumor |
lesions of the skin characterized by piles of material on the skin surface are: | secondary skin lesions |
any thin dry or oily plate of epidermal flakes is known as a: | scale |
a hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum forms a: | comedo |
benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are: | milia |
a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is: | acne |
inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by, red flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is: | seborrheic dermatitis |
distended or dilated surface blood vessels are called: | telangiectasias |
a contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is: | herpes simplex |
the absence of melanin pigmentation of the body is known as: | albinism |
hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis is a: | wart |
dark, brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised may be a warning sign of: | malignant melanoma |
which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin-aging factor? | sun exposure |
the water content of the natural nail directly affects the nails: | flexibility |
the nail bed contains many nerves and is attached to the nail plate with a thin layer of tissue called the: | bed epithelium |
the area of the nail where the nail plate cells are formed is the: | matrix |
the slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the natural nail plate is the: | hyponychium |
the tough band of fibrous tissue that connects bones or holds an organ in place is the: | ligament |
the surface of a healthy natural nail should be: | smooth and unspotted |
a nail condition in which blood clots form under the nail plate due to a small injury of the nail plate is: | bruised nails |
nails with noticeably thin, white nail plate that are more flexible than normal nails are: | eggshell nails |
redness, pain, and swelling are signs of a(n): | infection |
ridges running vertically down the natural nail plate are caused by: | uneven growth and age |
any deformity or disease of the nails in general is called: | onychosis |
the five main structures of the hair root include all of the following except the: | epidermis |
the pocket or tube-like depression in the scalp or skin that contains the hair root is the: | follicle |
a small, cone-shaped area located at the base of the hair follicle that fits into the hair bulb is the: | dermal papilla |
the substance secreted by the sebaceous glands is called: | sebum |
the tiny involuntary muscle fiber in the skin inserted in the base of the hair follicle is the: | arrector pili |
which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine and the smooth, silky feel of healthy hair? | cuticle |
a lengthwise section of hair shows that cuticle scales overlap and each individual cuticle scale is attached to the: | cortex |
hair is composed of protein that grows from cells originating within the: | hair follicle |
a long chain of amino acids linked by peptide bonds is called a: | polypeptide chain |
all natural hair color is the result of pigment located in the cortex called: | melanin |
the resting phase or final phase of the hair cycle that lasts until the fully grown hair is shed is the: | telogen phase |
trichoptilosis is the technical term for: | split ends |
current research confirms that dandruff is the result of a fungus called: | malassezia |
a severe type of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scalp scaled mixed with sebum is: | pityriasis steatoides |
an acute, localized bacterial infection of the hair follicle that produces constant pain is a: | furuncle |
the thickness or diameter of the individual hair strand is referred to as hair: | texture |
hair that has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing is: | coarse hair |
the ability of the hair to absorb moisture is: | porosity |
hair flowing in the same direction, the result of follicles sloping in the same direction form a: | hair stream |
massage is contraindicated for clients with: | severe, uncontrolled hypertension |
a stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a(n): | hair and scalp exam |
the hair should never be brushed prior to a: | chemical service |
brushes with bristles that have tiny overlapping layers or scales, which clean and add luster to the hair are: | natural |
the water purification process used in the manufacture of cosmetics where water is heated to a vapor then collected as a liquid is: | distillation |
the lipophilic tail of a surfactant molecule is considered to be: | oil-attracting |
two conditioning agents that restore moisture and elasticity to the hair shaft are: | protein and biotin |
shampoos that are created by combining the surfactant base with basic color pigments are: | color-enhancing |
which of the following conditioning agents removes oil accumulation from the scalp and is used after a scalp treatment before styling? | scalp astringent lotions |
when securing a cape as draping for a basic shampoo, do not let the cape touch the: | client's skin |
when manipulating the scalp during a shampoo, begin at the front hairline and work in a(n): | back-and-forth movement |
do not use high-frequency current on hair treated with tonics or lotions that contain: | alcohol |
surfaces on the head where the head changes, such as the ears, jaw line, and occipital bone, are referred to as: | reference points |
placing a comb flat against the nape of the head and finding where the comb leaves the head can be used to locate the: | parietal ridge |
the area of the head that is between the apex and the back of the parietal ridge is the: | crown |
the space between two lines or surfaces that intersect at a given point is a(n): | angle |
the three types of straight lines in hair cutting include all of the following EXCEPT: | straight |
diagonal lines in a haircut blend long layers into short layers and create: | fullness |
the line dividing hair at the scalp, separating one section from another, creating subsections is a(n): | parting |
The guideline where a small slice of a previous subsection is moved to the next position and becomes the new guideline is a: | traveling guide |
In creating a length increase in the design of graduated and layered haircuts, the technique to use is: | over direction |
On a layered haircut, if you want the hair to be longer toward the front, overdirect the sections to a stationary guide at the: | back of the ears |
The conversation where the practitioner finds out what the client is looking for is the: | client consultation |
The comb used for close tapers on the nape and sides when using a scissor-over-comb technique is a: | barber comb |
the best overall blade edge for a hair stylist is: | convex |
when cutting hair, a general rule of thumb is to stand or sit directly in front of the area you are cutting and to keep your body weight: | centered |
to reduce strain on the index finger and thumb while cutting hair, it is important to: | palm the shears |
a one-length haircut where all the hair comes to a single hanging level is also known as a: | blunt cut |
haircuts that generally have less weight than graduated haircuts are: | layered cuts |
the cutting technique used to layer very long hair and keep weight at the perimeter is: | slide cutting |
a texturizing performed on the ends of hair using the tips of the shears to remove bulk is: | point cutting |
when using the slicing technique to remove bulk, the shears should never be completely: | closed |
electric or battery-operated tools that cut the hair by using two moving blades held in place by a metal plate with teeth are: | clippers |
the technique that allows you to cut the hair very close to the scalp, creating a flat top or square shape, is: | clipper-over-comb |
a type of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to finger wave is: | waving lotion |
the stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the: | base |
the movement or amount of mobility of a curl is determined by the: | stem |
pin curls that produce waves that get smaller in size toward the end are: | closed-center curls |
the most commonly shaped pin curl base is the: | arc base |
arc pin curls are also known as half-moon or: | c-shape base curls |
to create curls in hair using rollers, the hair should be wrapped around the roller: | two and a half turns |
the point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called: | indentation |
a styling technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining shape is: | wrapping |
the technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is: | blow dry styling |
a blow dryer attachment used to accentuate or keep textural definition is a(n): | diffuser |
brushes that are used to blow dry precision haircuts where little or no volume is desired are: | classic styling brushes |
styling foam, a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam, is also called: | mousse |
the edges on flat irons that create smooth, straight styles on very curly hair are: | straight |
the edge of a flat iron that is nearest to the stylist is called the: | inner edge |
as a rule of thumb, coarse and gray hair can withstand more heat than: | fine hair |
the process of temporarily straightening extremely curly hair by means of a heated comb is called: | hair pressing |
when executing an up-do, inspect the shape from every angle to make sure it is: | well balanced and proportioned |
the process of chemically altering the natural wave pattern of hair is: | chemical texture services |
the range of numbers used in the pH scale is: | 0-14 |
chemical hair texturizers temporarily raise the pH of the hair in order to: | soften and swell the shafts |
in permanent waving, the shape and type of curl are determined by the shape and type of rod and the: | wrapping method |
rods that are equal in diameter along their entire length or curling area are: | straight rods |
in permanent waving, panels of hair are divided into smaller subsections called: | base sections |
the angle at which a permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as: | base direction |
the two methods of wrapping the hair around a perm rod are: | croquignole and spiral |
in the croquignole method of wrapping, the hair is wound from: | ends to scalp |
in permanent waving, the reduction reaction is due to the addition of: | hydrogen |
most alkaline permanent waves have a pH between: | 9.0 and 9.6 |
most acid waves used in salons have a pH value between: | 7.8 and 8.2 |
exothermic waves create a chemical reaction that heats the waving solution and speeds up: | processing |
hair that has too many disulfide bonds broken and will not hold a firm curl is considered: | over processed |
the process that stops the action of permanent wave solution and rebuilds the hair into its new form is: | thio neutralization |
base sections are offset from each other row by row, to prevent noticeable splits, in which wrapping pattern? | bricklay permanent wrap |
the process of rearranging the basic structure of curly hair into a straighter or smoother form is: | chemical hair relaxing |
the active ingredient in all hydroxide relaxers is the: | hydrogen ion |
sodium hydroxide relaxers are commonly called: | lye relaxers |
relaxers are often marketed and sold as no mix–no lye relaxers are: | potassium hydroxide relaxers |