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Cosmetology I Final Review Flashcards

1
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The art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair is called:

A

cosmetology

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2
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The term cosmetology comes from the _______ word kosmeticos.

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Greek

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3
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Your license will unlock countless doors for employment; however, your career will be fueled with:

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personal dedication and passion

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4
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Which of the following professional behaviors demonstrates ethical behavior?

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be courteous
be honest
provide competent services

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5
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Useful product disposal guidelines and medical and first aid information can be found on a(n):

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MSDS

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6
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Invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogenic bacteria can result in a(n):

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infection

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7
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Nonpathogenic bacteria are:

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harmless

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8
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Together, the active stage and inactive, or spore-forming, stage of bacteria are referred to as the:

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chemical origin of bacteria

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9
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A sign of a bacterial infection is the presence of:

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pus

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10
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A pimple or an abscess is an example of a:

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local infection

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11
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A disease that is transmitted from one person to another is called:

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communicable

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12
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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes

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AIDS

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13
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The type of immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease or through inoculations is:

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acquired immunity

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14
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A reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other normally harmless substances is a(n):

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allergy

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15
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A safe and useful type of disinfectant, commonly called quats, is:

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quaternary ammonium compounds

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16
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Universal Precautions for bloodborne pathogens are regulated by:

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OSHA

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17
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The basic unit of all living things is:

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cells

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18
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The bone that forms the back of the skull above the nape is the:

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occipital

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19
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The bone that forms the forehead is the:

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frontal

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20
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Two bones that form the sides of the head in the ear region are the:

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temporal bones

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21
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Pressure in massage is usually directed from the:

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insertion to the origin

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22
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The medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin, its functions and diseases, is:

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dermatology

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23
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The largest organ of the human body is the:

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skin

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24
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The outermost and thinnest layer of the skin is the:

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epidermis

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25
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The clear, transparent layer just under the stratum corneum that consists of small cells through which light can pass is the:

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stratum lucidum

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26
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The muscle that causes goose bumps when a person is frightened or cold is the:

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arrector pili muscle

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27
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The tiny grains of pigment deposited in cells that provide skin with its color are:

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melanin

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28
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The fibrous protein that gives skin its flexibility and helps skin regain its shape after being expanded is:

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elastin

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29
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Which of the following is a function of the skin?

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sensation
excretion
heat regulation

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30
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An inflamed pimple containing pus is a:

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pustule

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31
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A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called a:

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lesion

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32
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The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is:

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basal cell carcinoma

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33
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The rays of the sun that cause sunburns and tanning and are also known as burning rays are:

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UVB rays

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34
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The natural nail is part of what system?

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integumentary

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35
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The water content of the natural nail directly affects the nail’s:

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flexibility

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36
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The most visible and functional part of the nail unit is the:

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nail plate

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37
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The part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe is called the:

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free edge

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38
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The portion of living skin that supports the nail plate is the:

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nail bed

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39
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The area of the nail where the nail plate cells are formed is the:

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matrix

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40
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The slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the natural nail plate is the:

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hyponychium

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41
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Clients with skin or nails that are infected, inflamed, or swollen should be referred to a:

A

physician

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42
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Nails with a noticeably thin, white nail plate that are more flexible than normal nails are:

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eggshell nails

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43
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Redness, pain, and swelling are signs of a(n):

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infection

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44
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Minor damage to the matrix that produces a whitish discoloration or white spots on the nails is:

A

leukonychia

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45
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Parasites that under some conditions can cause infections to the feet and hands are:

A

fungi

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46
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Any deformity or disease of the nails in general is called:

A

onychosis

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47
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Tinea pedis is the medical term used to describe

A

athlete’s foot

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48
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The pocket or tube-like depression in the scalp or skin that contains the hair root is the:

A

bulb

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49
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The substance secreted by the sebaceous glands is called:

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sebum

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50
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Which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine and the smooth, silky feel of healthy hair?

A

cuticle

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51
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The major elements that make up human hair are carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and sulfur, often referred to as the:

A

COHNS elements

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52
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A physical side bond that is easily broken by water and heat is a:

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hydrogen bond

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53
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All natural hair color is the result of pigment located in the cortex called:

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melanin

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54
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Vellus hair is the is short, fine, and downy hair also known as:

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lanugo hair

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55
Q

The sudden falling out of hair in round patches or baldness in spots is:

A

alopecia areata

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56
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The technical term for gray hair is:

A

canities

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57
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Trichoptilosis is the technical term for:

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split ends

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58
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The medical term used to describe dandruff is

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pityriasis

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59
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A highly contagious skin disease caused by a parasite called a mite is:

A

scabies

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60
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An infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice is:

A

pediculosis capitis

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61
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The ability of the hair to absorb moisture is:

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porosity

62
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The ability of hair to stretch and return to its original length without breaking is referred to as hair:

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elasticity

63
Q

A solution with a pH value of 7 indicates a(n):

A

neutral solution

64
Q

Lines a constant distance apart in the same direction that are used to create width in a hair design are:

A

horizontal lines

65
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Curved lines repeating in opposite directions create a(n):

A

dimension

66
Q

Another name for the form or mass of a hairstyle is:

A

volume

67
Q

The comparative relationship of one thing to another in hair design is called:

A

proportion

68
Q

Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design is called:

A

balance

69
Q

The hair design where both sides of a hairstyle form a mirror image of each other is said to have:

A

symmetrical balance

70
Q

The facial shape that is one and a half times longer than its width across the brow is the:

A

oval face

71
Q

Do not massage or manipulate a client’s scalp if you detect the presence of:

A

abrasions

72
Q

A stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a(n):

A

hair and scalp examination

73
Q

The hair should never be brushed prior to a:

A

chemical service

74
Q

Any client with an infectious disease should not be serviced and should be referred to a:

A

physician

75
Q

Hair that has been lightened, colored, permed, or chemically relaxed is called:

A

chemically treated

76
Q

Shampoo that can leave the hair dry and brittle and cause fading in color-treated hair is:

A

high-pH shampoo

77
Q

The main ingredient of most shampoos is:

A

water

78
Q

When securing a cape as draping for a basic shampoo, do not let the cape touch the:

A

client’s skin

79
Q

Lines in haircutting that are parallel to the horizon, or the floor are:

A

horizontal lines

80
Q

Elevation creates graduation and layers and is usually described in:

A

degrees

81
Q

The uniform working areas used for control during haircutting are called:

A

sections

82
Q

The angle at which the fingers are held when cutting is referred to as the:

A

cutting line

83
Q

A section of hair that determines the length the hair will be cut is the:

A

guideline

84
Q

The guideline where a small slice of a previous subsection is moved to the next position and becomes the new guideline is a:

A

traveling guide

85
Q

The growth pattern is the direction in which hair grows from the scalp and is also called the:

A

natural falling position

86
Q

The thickness or diameter of each hair strand is referred to as hair:

A

texture

87
Q

The degree of tension used on hairlines with strong growth patterns or around the ears is:

A

minimum

88
Q

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:

A

centered

89
Q

A one-length haircut where all the hair comes to a single hanging level is also known as a:

A

blunt cut

90
Q

A basic haircut where the hair is cut at a 180-degree angle is the:

A

long-layered cut

91
Q

A basic haircut where the hair is cut at a 180-degree angle is the:

A

long-layered cut

92
Q

The process of removing excess bulk without shortening hair length is:

A

texturizing

93
Q

When using the slicing technique to remove bulk, the shears should never be completely:

A

closed

94
Q

The stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the:

A

base

95
Q

The movement or amount of mobility of a curl is determined by the:

A

stem

96
Q

A section of hair molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of a pin curl is a:

A

shaping

97
Q

Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called:

A

ribboning

98
Q

Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a:

A

wave

99
Q

Large diameter pin curls that are similar to a roller but do not have the same amount of tension are:

A

barrel curls

100
Q

The panel of hair on which a roller is placed is called the:

A

base

101
Q

For a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired, rollers should be placed:

A

completely off the base

102
Q

Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is known as:

A

teasing

103
Q

The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is:

A

blowdry styling

104
Q

Styling foam, a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam, is also called:

A

mousse

105
Q

Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of:

A

hard rubber

106
Q

Hanging curls that are suitable for medium to long hairstyles are:

A

spiral curls

107
Q

When executing an updo, inspect the shape from every angle to make sure it is:

A

well balanced and proportioned

108
Q

The process of chemically altering the natural wave pattern of hair is:

A

chemical texture services

109
Q

The range of numbers used in the pH scale is:

A

0 to 14

110
Q

Chemical hair texturizers temporarily raise the pH of the hair in order to:

A

soften and swell the shaft

111
Q

In the restructuring process, coarse, resistant hair with a strong compact cuticle requires a chemical solution that is:

A

highly alkaline

112
Q

Hydrogen bonds are easily broken by water or heat and are re-formed when the hair is:

A

dried

113
Q

Rods that are equal in diameter along their entire length or curling area are:

A

straight rods

114
Q

In the croquignole method of wrapping, the hair is wound from:

A

ends to scalp

115
Q

Once in the cortex, the waving solution breaks the disulfide bonds through a chemical reaction called:

A

reduction

116
Q

The active ingredient or reducing agent in alkaline permanent waves is

A

ammonium thioglycolate

117
Q

All acid waves have three components consisting of the permanent waving lotion, neutralizer, and:

A

activator

118
Q

Exothermic waves create a chemical reaction that heats the waving solution and speeds up:

A

processing

119
Q

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

A

overprocessed

120
Q

The double-rod wrap technique is also called the:

A

piggyback wrap

121
Q

Chemical services should not be performed if the scalp analysis shows any signs of:

A

abrasions

122
Q

The important part of the facial treatment that determines skin type, condition, and the recommended treatment is the:

A

skin analysis

123
Q

Clients who present skin abnormalities, open sores, or fever blisters should be referred to a(n):

A

physician

124
Q

Skin that appears shiny or greasy from clogged, dead cells in the follicle is:

A

oily skin

125
Q

Products that are designed to rebalance the pH and remove remnants of cleanser from the skin are:

A

toners

126
Q

The process of removing dead cells from the surface of the skin is:

A

exfoliation

127
Q

Products used to increase the water content of the skin surface are:

A

moisturizers

128
Q

The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, or other movements is:

A

massage

129
Q

A light, continuous, stroking movement applied with the fingers or palms is:

A

effleurage

130
Q

A stimulating form of massage that consists of short, quick tapping, slapping, and hacking movements is:

A

tapotement

131
Q

A tinted base makeup that is used to color or even out skin coloring is:

A

foundation

132
Q

The testing of foundation color should be done on the client’s:

A

jawline

133
Q

Thick, heavy foundations used to hide dark circles, splotches, and other imperfections are:

A

concealers

134
Q

Cosmetics applied on the eyelids to accentuate or contour them are called:

A

eye shadows

135
Q

A cosmetic preparation used to darken, define, and thicken eyelashes is:

A

mascara

136
Q

Which of the following is a main factor to consider when choosing colors for a client?

A

skin color
eye color
hair color

137
Q

Total immersion of implements during disinfection is a requirement of the:

A

EPA

138
Q

Prior to being placed in a disinfectant solution, implements must be:

A

thoroughly cleansed

139
Q

Natural nails should be filed:

A

from sides to center

140
Q

A manicuring implement not designed for reuse on an additional client is a:

A

wooden pusher

141
Q

Cotton used on the end of a wooden pusher should be changed:

A

after each use

142
Q

Containers that create the perfect environment for pathogens to grow and reproduce are:

A

airtight

143
Q

Nail products designed to soften dry skin around the nail plate and increase the flexibility of the natural nail are:

A

creams and oils

144
Q

A colorless polish layer applied to the natural nail to improve the adhesion of polish is a:

A

base coat

145
Q

Polish applied to prevent chipping and give the nails a glossy, finished appearance is a:

A

top coat

146
Q

Nails that are completely straight across with no rounding at the edges are:

A

square

147
Q

Pedicures are a basic part of hygiene and good:

A

foot care

148
Q

A chemical that should never be added to the footbath with the client’s feet is a(n):

A

disinfectant

149
Q

At a minimum, the disinfecting of foot spas should be performed:

A

after each client

150
Q

When filing the toenail during a pedicure, the nails should be filed:

A

straight across with rounded corners

Cosmetology I Final review (2 decks)

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