Reagan

What are the major chemical elements that make up hair?

Carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and sulfur

If a client is growing locs and a bulb can be felt at the end of each loc, in which developmental stage of locs is their hair?

Sprouting stage

A stylist is designing a hairstyle with an interesting focal point that the stylist wishes to highlight. Which design element could the stylist consider to draw the eye to the styles focal point?

Design lines

What special chemical agents are applied to the hair to deposit protein or moisturizer to help restore the hair’s strength, infuse moisture, give hair body, and protect hair against possible breakage?

Conditioners

Each of the following is a benefit of using the three-part hair care services EXCEPT:

It keeps the cosmetologist in compliance with state rules.

Why must the hyponychium be treated gently?

If the hyponychium is damaged, an infection under the nail plate is possible.

A client with a petite frame and narrow hips and shoulders, is discussing a new hairstyle with a cosmetologist. The client describes a popular, voluminous hairstyle as an option. What should the cosmetologist consider when discussing the desired style with the client?

The cosmetologist should consider whether the hairstyle will be proportional to the client’s body type.

What is a simple two-strand braid in which the hair is picked up from the sides and added to the strands as they are crossed over each other?

Fishtail

Which haircutting tool is best suited for cutting a clean line around the ears?

Trimmers

each of the following is a blood vessel EXCEPT ____.

Pulmonaries

What is the result of using vertical sections when dry freeform cutting a wig?

Lightness

Hair that has too many broken disulfide bonds and will not hold a firm curl is considered _____.

Overprocessed

Which sentence best describes the medulla?

The medulla is the hair’s pith or core.

What is one way that sun exposure negatively affects the skin?

The natural weakening of collagen and elastin fibers happens at a much faster rate.

Which statement best describes the relationship between organs and body systems?

An organ is a group of tissues that performs a specific function, whereas a body system is a group of organs that work together to perform functions.

Which nerve fibers in the skin stimulate muscles?

Motor nerve fibers

Do not massage or manipulate a client scalp if you detect the presence of _____.

Abrasions

Which type of alopecia is defined as hair loss in round or irregularly shaped patches caused by the immune system attacking hair follicles?

Alopecia Areata

Which example is an intrinsic factor that influences skin aging?

Repetitive facial expressions

The term cosmetology comes from the _____ word kosmetikos, meaning skilled in the use of cosmetics.

Greek

When does the majority of the processing for permanent waving occur?

Within 5 to 10 minutes

After an initial consultation with the new, middle-aged client, a cosmetologist learns that the client has noticed that thinning hair has been improving. When asked if there is anything different in the client‘s routine, the client indicates recently starting estrogen, hormone replacement therapy. In order to understand whether these two situations may be connected, which body system should the cosmetologist be knowledgeable about?

Endocrine system

Which of the following nail diseases is associated with fungal infections of the feet, or athletes foot?

Tinea pedis

What standard should be used to determine when to treat a skin condition?

When in doubt, refer the client to a healthcare provider.

Which muscle causes wrinkles across the forehead?

Frontalis

When applying demipermanent haircolor, which of the following steps comes first?

Perform hair and scalp analysis on the client’s hair.

Which of the following statements is true about proportion in hair design?

The classic guide for proportion is that the hair should not be wider than the center of the shoulders.

Which of the following is an indication of overprocessed hair?

Hair is curlier at the scalp and straighter at the ends.

The following are all reasons a cosmetologist should understand hair and scalp disorders and diseases EXCEPT_____.

Understanding the cause of a client’s hair loss is necessary to determine which surgical hair replacement techniques to recommend.

Which muscles do people use when they straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers to for a straight wine?

Extensors

Which type of hair has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing?

Coarse hair

The standard reference point that is the widest area on the head is the ____.

Parietal Ridge

What is impetigo?

A contagious, bacterial skin infection, usually caused by the staphylococcus bacteria and characterized by weeping lesions.

Which is the most appropriate comb to use when a stylist is creating a hairstyle with finger waves?

Cutting comb

A client has thick hair that extends below the shoulders. The client wants to have uniform curls and volume. Which technique should the cosmetologist choose to meet the clients request while also minimizing stress and tension on the client’s hair

A spiral wrap with half off base placement

Cosmetologist should recommend that clients take which of the following steps to preserve moisture after a soft curl perm?

Wearing a processing cap while sleeping

Which scenario is an example of a situation in which a cosmetologist should understand the endocrine system?

A pregnant woman shows signs of a skin condition that is related to increased levels of the hormone estrogen and progesterone.

All of the following are living portions of the hair that are below the skin surface EXCEPT ______.

The arrector pili muscle

The levator palpebrae superioris and the levator anguli oris are muscles of the ____.

Face, nose, and mouth

if a client’s hair is brittle, and there are circular shaped lesions on the scalp with red spots at the opening of the hair follicles, the client is likely infected with ____.

Tinea capitis

All of the following are reasons to study braiding and braid extensions EXCEPT:

Federal and state employment laws with regard to natural hairstyles in the workplace are becoming stricter.

to what areas should protective cream be applied when performing a perm?

Around the hairline, the nape of the neck, and both ears

Which of the following can be a cause of dry hair and dry scalp?

Inactive sebaceous glands

The basic hair textures are fine, medium, and _____.

Coarse

Each of the following hair disorders is characterized by brittle hair EXCEPT ____.

hirsuties

The length of sideburns should be _____.

Adjusted to appear even in length

What is the main active ingredient in true acid and acid-balanced waving lotions?

Glycerol monothioglycolate

Stylist work in a horseshoe pattern when performing a _____.

Balayage

A client consults with a cosmetologist about a recent problem with dry hair that has not been previously experienced. When asked by the cosmetologist if there is anything different in the clients hair care practices, the client describes using olive oil as a treatment for dry scout. What conclusion can the cosmetologist make about a possible cause of the dry hair?

The client is using too much oil for the dry scalp treatment, and excess buildup on the scalp is contributing to the dry hair.

Which conditioner category is suitable for daily use?

Rinse-out conditioners

When a permit is processed correctly, it breaks and rebuilds, how much of the hairs disulfide bonds?

50 percent

Which hair fiber type offers the best quality and provides the closest match to the wearers natural hair?

Remy

Which of the following nail disorders show symptoms of the nail turning a variety of colors, which may indicate surface staining, systematic disorder, or poor blood circulation?

Discolored nail

A cosmetologist is performing a foot massage during a pedicure service. On which muscles will the cosmetologist be directing pressure?

the flexor digitorum brevis and the flexor digiti minimi

All of the following are reasons cosmetologist should understand skin structure and growth EXCEPT:

Diagnosing and providing treatment for abnormal skin conditions, illnesses, or disease diseases requires knowledge of skin structure and growth.

A client with the round face type will be best complimented by a hairstyle that ____.

Add volume on the top and is close to the sides of the head

What is a condition that is characterized by brittleness in the formation of nodular swelling along the hair shaft?

Trichorrhexis nodosa

If a cosmetologist place a comb flat against a map, the location where the comb leaves the head is the _____.

Occipital bone

When adding natural highlights to brunette hair, what is the maximum number of levels the highlighted pieces should be lightened above the balance of the hair?

Two

Which of the following is considered best practice when caring for wigs and wig tools?

Replace plastic bristle brushes as soon as the first rounded tip breaks off.

Which of the following is a reason cosmetologist should consider including a scout massage in hair service preparation?

A scalp massage can remove excess sebum, dirt, environmental debris, and product buildup

Which hair extensions allow for natural movement, or a good choice for chemically, damaged hair, can be reused, and are not overly time-consuming?

Tape in

What do cosmetologists use to identify the degree of darkness or lightness of natural and artificial hair color?

Level system

How would you recommend clients make their plate grow thicker?

Nothing can make the nail plate grow thicker.

Which of the following is used to enhance the appearance of an individual?

Beauty services

Which brush type bristles have many tiny overlapping layers or scales?

Natural bristle brush

What coloring process lifts and deposits color in one application?

Single-process haircoloring

Which of the following is part of the lymphatic system?

Thymus gland

Which tool opens a hair shaft cuticle layer so that protein conditioners and botanical oils can penetrate the cortex layer to hydrate, moisturize, and condition the hair while drying?

Steamer

The medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin, its functions, and diseases is _____.

Dermatology

How do alkaline perms differ from acid perms?

Alkaline perms have a higher pH.

Which technique can help ensure successful smoothing of hair with a flat iron?

Move the iron down the hair shaft with the comb in front of the iron.

Why is it important to understand nail disorders and diseases?

You must be able to identify conditions and determine if they can be treated in the salon.

The responsibilities of a salon manager can vary from one salon to another, but the typical salon manager may be responsible for all of the following EXCEPT:

Training stylists to use a company’s chemical service products

Prior to conducting a consultation for chemical relaxer services, which document should clients fill out in cosmetologist review so they can discuss any items of note?

Client intake form

Which item prevents direct contact between the client and the chemical cape?

Neck strips

A long chain of amino acids linked by peptide bonds is called a _____ chain.

Polypeptide

How often should draping capes be laundered?

After each use

Why should cosmetologist have an understanding of anatomy and physiology?

Common Cosmetology procedures can rely on an understanding of human anatomy

When using the slicing technique to remove weight and add movement through the lengths of the hair, the shears should never be completely ______.

Closed

Waves that are activated from an outside heat source, such as a conventional, hooded blow dryer, are ______.

Endothermic

Which skin pigmentation disorder is a genetic condition in which there is an absence of melon and pigment in the body, including the skin, hair, and eyes?

Albinism

The five basic elements of a three-dimensional hair design are line, form, space, design texture, and _____.

Color

Which of these sets of bones is found in the arms and hands?

Phalanges, metacarpus, and radius

Which statement describes ammonia?

It is an alkaline agent that raises the pH of hair colorant and can change the hair texture and curl pattern.

Hair that is treated with hydroxide relaxers should not be treated with _____.

Thio relaxers

The lateral nail fold is also known as ____.

The sidewall

Which of the following best describes how a disulfide bond in human hair is formed?

Sulfur atoms on neighboring cysteine amino acids within polypeptide chains in the hair join.

Which of the following nail diseases is associated with rapidly growing and contagious bacteria that can cause an infection, and an early stage is a seen as a yellow-green spot?

Pseudomonas aeruginosa

A(n) _____ hairpiece has openings in the base through which the client’s own Harris pulled the blend with the(natural or synthetic) hair of the hairpiece.

Integration

Which sentence best describes a benefit that can be from the stylish choice between a blow dryer with an AC motor or one with the DC motor?

A stylist is less likely to experience hearing damage when using a blow dryer with an AC motor.

what is the function of elastin?

It gives the skin flexibility and elasticity.

When naming hair, color, products, manufacturers _____.

Can use the same letter to represent different colors

A _____ is a small brown or flesh colored outgrowth of the skin.

Skin tag

During a hair color consultation, all of the following practices are recommend EXCEPT:

Used terms clients might use to describe their own hair, such as frizzy and roots, to fully understand their needs.

All of the following are example examples of disorders of the sudoriferous glands EXCEPT _____.

Acne vulgaris

Which hair type will take the longest to process?

Coarse textured with low porosity

to freshen up dough, faded hair between touchup services, apply a demo permanent color that is in the same tonal family and ______ then the original color formulation.

One to two levels lighter

How are opponens muscles similar to abductor hallucis muscles?

The opponens and the abductor hallucis move the thumb and the big toe in relation to the other digits.

During the reign of Queen Marie Antoinette of France, in the age of extravagance(1755 to 1793), what beauty fashion was popular?

Giant Pompadour wigs and scented face powders