Cosmetology exam

Question 1

perfectionism

Answer 1

an unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly

Question 2

self-actualization

Answer 2

fulfilling one’s full potential

Question 3

procrastination

Answer 3

putting off until tomorrow what you can do today

Question 4

mission statement

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a statement that establishes the purpose and values by which an individual or institution lives and works; it provides a sense of direction by defining guiding principles and clarifying goals as well as how an organization operates

Question 5

prioritize

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to make a list of tasks that need to be done in the order of most-to-least important

Question 6

repitition

Answer 6

repeatedly saying, writing, or otherwise reviewing new information until it is learned

Question 7

mnemonic

Answer 7

any memorization device that helps a person recall information

Question 8

game plan

Answer 8

the conscious act of planning your life, instead of just letting things happen

Question 9

ethics

Answer 9

the moral principles by which we live and work

Question 10

goal setting

Answer 10

the identification of long-term and short-term goals that helps you decide what you want out of life

Question 11

organization

Answer 11

a method used to store new information for short-term and long-term memory

Question 12

mind mapping

Answer 12

a graphic representation of an idea or problem that helps organize one’s thoughts

Question 13

nonverbal communication

Answer 13

communication expressed by body language, eye contact, facial expressions, and gestures

Question 14

professional image

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the impression projected by a person engaged in any profession, consisting of outward appearance and conduct exhibited in the workplace

Question 15

image enhancers

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behaviors that improve the quality of your professional image through specific methods for conducting and representing yourself

Question 16

portfolio

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a display of your talents and work for potential clients and employers to evaluate your professional skills

Question 17

personal grooming

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the process of caring for parts of the body and maintaining an overall polished look

Question 18

soft skills

Answer 18

personal attributes that enhance an individual’s interactions, job performance, and career prospects

Question 19

personal hygiene

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daily maintenance and cleanliness by practicing good healthful habits

Question 20

work ethic

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taking pride in your work and committing yourself to consistently doing an excellent job for your clients; employer; and the salon, spa, or barbershop team

Question 21

reflective listening

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listening to the client and then repeating, in your own words, what you think the client is telling you

Question 22

service record card

Answer 22

the client’s permanent progress record of services received, results, formulations, and products purchased or used

Question 23

client consultation

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communication with a client that determines what the client’s needs are and how to achieve the desired results

Question 24

client intake form

Answer 24

also known as a client questionnaire, consultation card, or health history form; used in beauty and wellness services as a questionnaire that discloses the client’s contact information, products used, hair/nail/skin care needs, preferences, and lifestyle; the form also includes all medications, both topical (applied to skin) and oral (taken by mouth), along with any known medical issues, skin or scalp disorders, or allergies that might affect services

Question 25

effective communication

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the act of sharing information between two people (or groups of people) so that the information is successfully understood

Question 26

Client consultation

Answer 26

Communication with a client that determines what the client’s needs are and how to achieve the desired results

Question 27

Client intake form

Answer 27

Used in beauty and wellness services as a questionnaire that discloses the client’s contact information, products used, needs, preferences, and lifestyle,

Question 28

Effective communication

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The act of sharing information between two people so that the information is successfully understood,

Question 29

Reflective listening

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Listening to the client and the reporting, in your own words, what you think the client is telling you,

Question 30

Service record card

Answer 30

Client’s permanent progress report of services received, results, formulations, and products purchased/used

Question 31

monilethrix

Answer 31

technical term for beaded hair

Question 32

androgenic alopecia

Answer 32

also known as androgenetic alopecia; hair loss characterized by miniaturization of terminal hair and a shortened anagen phase; it can affect anyone and is caused by genetics, age, or hormonal changes

Question 33

ringed hair

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variety of canities characterized by alternating bands of gray and pigmented hair throughout the length of the hair strand

Question 34

scutula

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dry, sulfur-yellow crusts on the scalp in tinea favosa or tinea favus; has distinctive odor

Question 35

alopecia

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partial or complete hair loss from where it typically grows

Question 36

folliculitis

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inflammation or infection of the hair follicles

Question 37

malassezia

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naturally occurring fungus that is present on all human skin; fungus that causes visibly shed skin cells, or dandruff, that can sit on the scalp and create dryness, itchiness, and discomfort

Question 38

trichorrhexis nodosa

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knotted hair; characterized by brittleness and the formation of nodular swellings along the hair shaft

Question 39

postpartum alopecia

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temporary hair loss experienced after the conclusion of pregnancy

Question 40

hirsuties

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growth of terminal hair on a woman’s body in an area that would not typically have terminal hair; often found on upper lip, chin, cheeks and chest

Question 41

pityriasis steatoides

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severe case of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scales mixed with sebum that stick to the scalp in crusts

Question 42

melanin

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tiny grains of pigment in the cortex that give natural color to the hair

Question 43

pediculosis capitis

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infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice

Question 44

hypertrichosis

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condition of hair growth where the hair grows longer or thicker than usual

Question 45

alopecia totalis

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total loss of all terminal scalp hair

Question 46

tinea favosa

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also known as tinea favus or honeycomb ringworm; fungal infection characterized by dry, sulfuryellow crusts on the scalp called scutula

Question 47

canities

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technical term for gray or white hair; results from the loss of the hair’s natural melanin pigment

Question 48

pityriasis

Answer 48

technical term for dandruff; characterized by excessive production and shedding of skin cells