COSMETOLOGY-REVIEW FINAL EXAM Flashcards
The technical term for brittle hair
Fragilitas crinium
Temporary hair loss experienced at the end of a pregnancy
Postpartum alopecia
The thickness or diameter of each hair strand is referred to as hair
texture
Process that completly destroys all microbial life, including spores
Sterilization
The therapeutic use of essential oils for beauty and health treatment is:
Aromatherapy
Shampoos that contain special chemicals or drugs that are effective in reducing dandruff or relieving other scalp condidions are
medicated shampoos
Nails that are slightly tapered and extended just past the fingertip are:
Round
Scheduling is central to the salon business; it is respectful to clients and coworkers tobe:
Punctual
Organisms that grow, feed, and find shelter on or in a host organism are called
parasites
Allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or substance
Sensitization
Spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria
Spirilla
When applying color for a single-process retouch application, the color should be applied to the new growth using?
1/4 inch partings
The natural nail is part of what system
intugumentary
The element of hair design that defins form and space is
line
The medical term for ringworm
Tinea
The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, or other movement is:
Massage
Inventor, in 1872, of the first curling iron
Marcel Grateau
To create curls in hair using rollers, the hair should be wrapped around the roller
two and a half turns
An oily substances that lubricates the hair and skin
Sebum
Abnormal brown or wine-colored of the skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape
Stain
Vital to effective makeup applications is a strong understanding of :
Color theory
Styling foam, a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam, is also called
Mousse
Hair that has been lightened, colored, permed or chemicaly relaxed is called
chemically treated
Chemical germicides formulated for use on skin, registered and regulated by FDA
Antiseptics
The melanin that gives black and brown color to the hair is
Eumelanin
Small brown or flesh-colored outgrowth of the skin
Skin tag
The darkest hair colors in the level system are identified as being a level?
1
The hand position that is used most often when cutting uniform or increasing layers is
over fingers
The scientific study of hair and its diseases and care
Trichology
The outermost layer of the hair
Cuticle
The clear, transparent layer just under the stratum corneum that consists of small cells through which light can pass is the
stratum lucidum
Modern version of cold waves
Alkaline perm
Remaining wax residue can be safely removed from the skin with gentle?
Wax remover
The coloring technique that involves coloring some strands of hair lighter than natural color is?
Highlighting
The hair that should never be brushed prior to a
chemical service
The angel at which a permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as
Base direction
Period in history during which Western civilization made the transition from medieval to modern history
Renaissance
Inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances
Contact dermatitis
The double-rod wrap technique is also called the:
piggyback wrap
Prior to being placed in a disinfectant solution, implements must be:
Thoroughly cleansed
A light, continuous, stroking movement applied with the fingers or palms is:
effeurage
Another name for the form or mass of a hairstyle is:
volume
A colorless polish layer applied to the natural nail to improve the adhesion of polish is a:
base coat
Minor damage to the matrix that produces a whitish discoloration or white spots on the nails is:
leukonychia
The angle in which a permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as
base direction
The rays of the sun that cause sunburns and tanning and are also known as burning rays are:
UVB rays
Polish applied to prevent chipping and give the nails a glossy, finished appearance is a:
top coat
The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, or other movements is:
massage
The hair design where both sides of a hairstyle form a mirror image of each other is said to have:
symmetrical balance
The type of immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease or through inoculations is?
acquired immunity
The technique used to check a haircut for precision of line and shape is:
cross-checking
What main factor’s should you consider when choosing colors for a client?
skin, eye & hair color
Exothermic waves create a chemical reaction that heats the waving solution and speeds up:
processing
When using the slicing technique to remove bulk, the shears should NEVER be completely:
closed
Nonpathogenic bacteria are?
harmless
The muscle that causes goose bumps when a person is frightened or cold is the:
arrector pili muscle
Cosmetics applied on the eyelids to accentuate or contour them are called:
eye shadow
The technical term for gray hair is:
canities
The natural nail is part of what system?
integumentary
5 main structures of the hair root
Hair follicle Dermal papilla Arecctor pili muscle Bulb Sebaceous glands
Redness, pain, and swelling are signs of a(n):
infection
A one-length haircut where all the hair comes to a single hanging level is also known as a:
blunt cut
A basic haircut where the hair is cut at a 180-degree angle is the:
long layered haircut
Nail products designed to soften dry skin around the nail plate and increase the flexibility of the natural nail are:
creams and oils
The degree of tension used on hairlines with strong growth patterns or around the ears is:
minimum
List the five main structures of the hair root
Hair follicle Dermal papilla Arecctor pili muscle bulb sebaceous glands
Your license will unlock countless doors for employment; however, your career will be fueled with?
Personal dedication and passion
The tiny grains of pigment deposited in cells that provide skin with its color are:
melanin
A stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a(n):
hair and scalp examination
Once in the cortex, the waving solution breaks the disulfide bonds through a chemical reaction called:
reduction
Shampoo that can leave the hair dry and brittle and cause fading in color-treated hair is:
high-pH shampoo
Curved lines repeating in opposite directions create a(n):
wave
The water content of the natural nail directly affects the nail’s:
flexibility
When executing an updo, inspect the shape from every angle to make sure it is:
well balanced and proportioned
Hair that has too many disulfide bonds broken and will not hold a firm curl is considered:
overprocessed
Containers that create the perfect environment for pathogens to grow and reproduce are:
airtight
All natural hair color is the result of pigment located in the cortex called:
melanin
Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called:
ribboning
Nails that are completely straight across with no rounding at the edges are:
square
Skin that appears shiny or greasy from clogged, dead cells in the follicle is:
oily skin
The clear, transparent layer just under the stratum corneum that consists of small cells through which light can pass is the:
stratum lucidum
The most visible and functional part of the nail unit is the:
nail plate
The outermost and thinnest layer of the skin is the:
epidermis
In the restructuring process, coarse, resistant hair with a strong compact cuticle requires a chemical solution that is:
highly alkaline
The uniform working areas used for control during haircutting are called:
sections
Which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine and the smooth, silky feel of healthy hair?
cuticle
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
The slightly thickened layer of skin that lies between the fingertip and the free edge of the natural nail plate is the:
hyponychium
Any client with an infectious disease should not be serviced and should be referred to a:
physician
Pedicures are a basic part of hygiene and good:
foot care
The active ingredient or reducing agent in alkaline permanent waves is:
ammonium thioglycoate
Nails with a noticeably thin, white nail plate that are more flexible than normal nails are:
eggshell nails
Useful product disposal guidelines, medical and first aid information can be found where?
MSDS
For a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired, rollers should be placed:
completely off base
The movement or amount of mobility of a curl is determined by the:
stem
A solution with a pH value of 7 indicates a(n):
neutral solution
A physical side bond that is easily broken by water and heat is a:
hydrogen bond
The major elements that make up human hair are carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and sulfur, often referred to as the:
COHNS elements
A disease that is transmitted from one person to another is called?
communicable
A sign of a bacterial infection is the presence of?
pus
A chemical that should never be added to the footbath with the client’s feet is a(n):
disinfectant
The process of removing dead cells from the surface of the skin is:
exfoliation
Rods that are equal in diameter along their entire length or curling area are:
straight rods
A section of hair molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of a pin curl is a:
shaping
The bone that forms the forehead is the:
frontal
The main ingredient of most shampoos is:
water
Invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogenic bacteria can result in what?
Infection
Parasites that under some conditions can cause infections to the feet and hands are:
fungi
Products that are designed to rebalance the pH and remove remnants of cleanser from the skin are:
toners
The medical term used to describe dandruff is:
pityriasis
The range of numbers used in the pH scale is:
0-14
Together, the active stage and inactive, or spore-forming stage of bacteria are referred to as the?
life cycle of bacteria
All acid waves have three components consisting of the permanent waving lotion, neutralizer, and:
activator
Do not massage or manipulate a client’s scalp if you detect the presence of:
abrasions
Total immersion of implements during disinfection is a requirement of the:
EPA
Clients who present skin abnormalities, open sores, or fever blisters should be referred to a(n):
physician
The pocket tube like depression in the scalp or skin that contains the hair root
follicle
A manicuring implement not designed for reuse on an additional client is a:
wooden pusher
The panel of hair on which a roller is placed is called the:
base
Hydrogen bonds are easily broken by water or heat and are re-formed when the hair is:
dried
Thick, heavy foundations used to hide dark circles, splotches, and other imperfections are:
concealers
Vellus hair is the is short, fine, and downy hair also known as:
lanugo hair
The pocket or tube-like depression in the scalp or skin that contains the hair root is the:
follicle
Hanging curls that are suitable for medium to long hairstyles are:
spiral curls
At a minimum, the disinfecting of foot spas should be performed:
after each client
In the croquignole method of wrapping, the hair is wound from:
ends to scalp
A freckle is an example of a mark on the skin called a:
lesion
Lines in haircutting that are parallel to the horizon, or the floor are:
horizontal lines
Styling foam, a light, airy, whipped styling product that resembles shaving foam, is also called:
mousse
Two bones that form the sides of the head in the ear region are the:
temporal bone
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
When filing the toenail during a pedicure, the nails should be filed:
straight across with rounded corners
Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design is called:
balance
A tinted base makeup that is used to color or even out skin coloring is:
foundation
The hair should never be brushed prior to a:
chemical services
What Professional ethical behavior’s should be followed in a salon?
be courteous, be honest, provide competent services
A pimple or an abscess is an example of a?
local infection
A physical side bond that is easily broken by water and heat is a
Hydrogen bond
The medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin, its functions and diseases, is:
dermatology
When securing a cape as draping for a basic shampoo, do not let the cape touch the:
client’s skin
The largest organ of the human body is the:
skin
The fibrous protein that gives skin its flexibility and helps skin regain its shape after being expanded is:
elastin
The comparative relationship of one thing to another in hair design is called:
proportion
Tinea pedis is the medical term used to describe:
athlete’s foot
The part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger or toe is called the:
free edge
Trichoptilosis is the technical term for:
split ends
Any deformity or disease of the nails in general is called:
onychosis
Pressure in massage is usually directed from the:
insertion to the origin
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes?
AIDS
A reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other normally harmless substances is a(n):
allergy
Chemical hair texturizers temporarily raise the pH of the hair in order to:
soften and swell the shaft
The sudden falling out of hair in round patches or baldness in spots is:
alopecia areata
Organisms that grow, feed and find shelter in a host organism are called
Parasites
Lines a constant distance apart in the same direction that are used to create width in a hair design are:
horizontal lines
The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is:
blowdry styling
The thickness or diameter of each hair strand is referred to as hair:
texture
An infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice is:
pediculosis capitis
Functions of the skin:
sensation, heat regulation, excreation
Large diameter pin curls that are similar to a roller but do not have the same amount of tension are:
barrel curls
A safe and useful type of disinfectant, commonly called quats, is:
quaternary ammonium compounds
The substance secreted by the sebaceous glands is called:
sebum
Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is known as:
teasing
Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of:
hard rubber
Chemical services should not be performed if the scalp analysis shows any signs of:
abrasions
A cosmetic preparation used to darken, define, and thicken eyelashes is:
mascara
Clients with skin or nails that are infected, inflamed, or swollen should be referred to a:
physician
The basic unit of all living things is:
cells
The art & science of beautifying and improving the skin, hair & nails is called?
Cosmetology
A highly contagious skin disease caused by a parasite called a mite is:
scabies
Products used to increase the water content of the skin surface are:
moisturizers
The process of chemically altering the natural wave pattern of hair is:
chemical texture services
An inflamed pimple containing pus is a:
pustule
The angle at which the fingers are held when cutting is referred to as the:
cutting line
Universal Precautions for bloodborne pathogens are regulated by:
OSHA
Elevation creates graduation and layers and is usually described in:
degrees
The testing of foundation color should be done on the client’s:
jawline
The ability of hair to stretch and return to its original length without breaking is referred to as hair:
elasticity
The portion of living skin that supports the nail plate is the:
nail bed
Cotton used on the end of a wooden pusher should be changed:
after each use
The most common and least severe type of skin cancer is:
basal cell carcinoma
The term cosmetology comes from the ______ word kosmeticos.
Greek
The facial shape that is one and a half times longer than its width across the brow is the:
oval face
Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a:
wave
The ability of the hair to absorb moisture is:
porosity
The stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the:
base
Organisms that grow, feed and find shelter on or in a host organism are called
parasites
The important part of the facial treatment that determines skin type, condition, and the recommended treatment is the:
skin analysis
The growth pattern is the direction in which hair grows from the scalp and is also called the
natural falling position
The angle at which a permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as
Base direction
The area of the nail where the nail plate cells are formed is the:
matrix
A section of hair that determines the length the hair will be cut is the:
guidline
Natural nails should be filed how?
from sides to center
The bone that forms the back of the skull above the nape is the:
occipital
The process of removing excess bulk without shortening hair length is:
texturizing
Hair that has been lightened, colored, permed, or chemically relaxed is called:
chemically treated
A stimulating form of massage that consists of short, quick tapping, slapping, and hacking movements is:
tapotement
