Milady Cima Comprehensive Exam

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A reducing agent is a substance that adds _ to a chemical compound or subtracts oxygen from the compound

hydrogen

When planning your schedule you should NOT

neglect physical activity

Terry cloth mitts are routinely used over

paraffin

Which of the following is a petroleum by-product that has excellent sealing properties to hold moisture in the skin?

paraffin wax

Onychophagy is the technical term used to describe _ nails

bitten

A(n) _ is a hairstyle with the hair arranged up and off the shoulders and secured with implements such as hairpins bobby pins and elastics

updo

A(n) _ is a section of hair molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls

shaping

Nail enhancement oligomers are

between solid and liquid

The surface of healthy skin should

be slightly acidic

Powder mineral makeup is usually applied with a

Kabuki brush

Cornrows are positioned

close to the scalp

The most commonly used brush for monomer liquid or polymer powder is a _ brush

8 oval

Volatile organic compounds contain _ and evaporate very easily

carbon

Items that can be used again

even after exposure to bodily fluids are called

The _ bones form the bridge of the nose

nasal

The hair shaft between the scalp and hair that has been previously colored is called the

new growth

Which of the following is NOT a classification of pathogenic bacteria?

virus

The inner and larger bone of the forearm located on the side of the little finger is the

ulna

Which term refers to directional wave patterns or the illusion of motion in the hair?

design texture

Gel polish can last as long as _ days

21

Paraffin wax does NOT

seal the pores

The client's service record card should contain all of the following information EXCEPT

the prices paid for products the client has purchased from you

The impression you project through both your outward appearance and your conduct in the workplace is known as

professional image

Wax should be heated using a

wax heater

Which of the following statements is true?

Anyone of any race can have straight or extremely curly hair.

Odorless products harden more slowly

which creates a tacky layer called the _ layer

Which type of hair has the most versatility in styling?

wavy medium hair

The period during which Western civilization made the transition from medieval to modern history was called the

Renaissance

When creating hair designs

you should NOT

The _ artery supplies blood to the little-finger side of the arm

ulnar

When using galvanic current

the electrode that is applied directly to the client's skin is the _ electrode

The _ is the part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe

free edge

If the foundation color chosen is too light it will appear

chalky

A freckle is an example of a

macule

Example of a multie-use item

shears

How many haircolor options should you recommend during the haircolor consultation?

at least two

Which term refers to the negative or positive pole of an electric current?

polarity

Which type of parting is used to direct hair across the top of the head and helps develop height on top to make thin hair appear fuller?

side

When applying the sealer gel

you should apply it

When working on a straight commission basis

commissions can range anywhere from _ percent

What should you do if your vent brush is missing one of its protective tips?

Discard the brush.

A client with hepatitis B who does not appear ill is said to be

asymptomatic

Which type of lines direct the eye from one side to the other

horizontal

The bonding agents used to secure nail tips to the natural nails are called

nail tip adhesives

When performing a perm you should always

smell the hair after the recommended time has elapsed

The strength of a color is called

intensity

Sodium hydroxide commonly known as _

is a very strong alkali

Some fusion-bonding procedures require wrapping the hair and extension with a

keratin-based strip

The more alkaline the shampoo

the stronger and harsher it is

In galvanic current

the electrode used on the area to be treated is the

When performing a graduated haircut

you should NOT

There are _ naturally occurring elements

98

Cyanoacrylate is a specialized acrylic monomer from which _ is made

nail wrap resin

When using thinning shears to remove bulk you should comb the subsection out from the head and cut it with the thinning shears at least _ from the scalp

4 to 5 inches

Clients who have their hair colored usually visit the salon every

3 to 12 weeks

Skip waves are two rows of _ curls used to create a strong wave pattern with well-defined lines between the waves

ridge

A _ is a substance that allows oil and water to mix or emulsify

surfactant

A salon's financial success depends in large part on all of the following EXCEPT

cold calling

Which of the following does NOT demonstrate that you are an ethical person

sharing client information

Most LED lamps cure gel

about four times faster than UV lamps

How many bones make up the foot?

26

Vertical lines do what?

remove weight

Which types of curettes are safe and appropriate for use by cosmetologists?

rounded or dull-edged

The neutralizer used with thio relaxers is usually

hydrogen peroxide

Which of these is NOT a component of all exothermic waves?

hydroxide relaxer

Correct hair brushing does not

prepare the hair for a bleach lightening service

What are the two broad classifications of braiding styles?

visible and invisible

One advantage of sugar waxing is that hair as short as _ can be removed

1/8 inch

Which type of machine uses a glass electrode filled with a gas

such as neon?

A(n) _ salon is a salon with a national name and consistent image and business formula used at every location

franchise

Amino acids are joined by _ bonds

peptide

For toenails

a _ file works best for shaping

A _ is used to remove oil accumulation from the scalp

scalp astringent lotion

The _ nerve is the sensory-motor nerve that supplies the thumb side of the arm and back of the hand

radial

In the fusion method

hair is bonded to the client's with bonding material activated by

The main ingredient in most shampoos is _ water

deionized

Once the service is completed and the client is satisfied

you should

The popular waxing technique that involves the removal of all hair from the front and back of the bikini area is called _ bikini waxing

Brazilian

Spray-on instant sanitizers are not recommended for brush cleaning because the _ in them can dry out brushes over time

alcohol

Archeological studies reveal that early forms of haircutting and hairstyling were practiced as early as the

Ice Age

What should you do first when preparing to clean and disinfect a basic foot basin

Put on gloves and safety glasses.

You should _ once a week

clean fans and ventilation systems

Which type of hair lends itself to adding fantasy colors

yak

A(n) _ is a product used to remove excess dead cells from the skin surface

exfoliant

A _ is a document that outlines all the duties and responsibilities of a particular salon position

job description

What are the two major categories of approaches to hair removal

temporary and permanent

Replacement of a natural fingernail takes about

4 to 6 months

When applying a fabric wrap

what should you use to press fabric onto the nail plate

It is NOT appropriate to braid

damaged hair

What causes ridges?

normal aging

What is NOT one of the principal functions of the skin?

digestion

What should you do if you find yourself at odds with a coworker?

Seek help from someone you respect.

An acid-balanced wave has a pH of

7.0

A verruca is also known as a

wart

To use a linking method of hair extension attachment

natural hair should be at least how long?

A _ is used to thin enhancement product to prepare the enhancement for a refill or rebalance

coarse-grit abrasive

Variations in hair texture are determined by feel and _ of the hair

diameter

Which agency requires that information about ingredients of cosmetic preparations be available to employees?

OSHA

Supporting materials to take to an interview include all of the following EXCEPT

your salary requirements

When using social media

you should