Written Exam Flashcards
Beauty and wellness school is a __________ environment.
a. hostile
b. team
c. forgiving
d. isolating
c. forgiving
How long must virgin hair be in order to remove it with waxing?
a. 1/4 inch
b. 2/3 inch
c. 3/4 inch
d. 1/2 inch
a. 1/4 inch
What can be indicated by the size of the pores in the T-zone and throughout the face?
a. skin type
b. overall health
c. internal body temperature
d. blood pressure
a. skin type
When taking the practical exam, which of the following behaviors is not likely to be beneficial?
a. Follow all infection control and safety procedures throughout the exam.
b. Observe other practical exams prior to taking yours if allowed to do so.
c. Listen carefully to the instructions and follow them explicitly.
d. Focus on what the other test candidates are doing as you work.
d. Focus on what the other test candidates are doing as you work.
What is the common name for pseudofolliculitis?
a. goose bumps
b. razor bumps
c. wind burn
d. sunburn
b. razor bumps
How is a dramatic smoky eye achieved?
a. Apply a colorful medium tone on the lid, blending from lash line to crease with the shadow brush or applicator.
b. Apply medium to deep color in the crease, blending up toward the eyebrow but ending below it.
c. Use a dark gray, black, brown, or other dark color of your choice around the entire eye near the lash line on the top and bottom of the eye.
d. Apply shadow in the same color as the liner, directly over the liner. This will give longevity and intensity to the liner.
d. Apply shadow in the same color as the liner, directly over the liner. This will give longevity and intensity to the liner.
On a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which category would include risks of exposure, related symptoms, and acute and chronic effects?
a. toxicological information
b. stability and reactivity
c. physical and chemical properties
d. ecological information
a. toxicological information
What should you avoid using on the lens of your magnifying lamp?
a. soft cloth
b. lens tissue
c. lens-cleaning fluid
d. paper products
d. paper products
What is the term for the application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of wrinkles, capillaries, pigmentation, and hair removal?
a. light therapy
b. sclerotherapy
c. ultrasonic therapy
d. endotherapy
a. light therapy
What is the term for a brown or wine-colored discoloration?
a. stain
b. wen
c. wheal
d. tan
a. stain
Tips are income and must be tracked and reported on your __________.
a. checking account register
b. daily log
c. income tax return
d. monthly budget worksheet
c. income tax return
What are the glands that excrete perspiration, regulate body temperature, and detoxify the body?
a. pituitary
b. sudoriferous
c. hyperthyroid
d. thyroid
b. sudoriferous
Which type of salon, spa, or barbershop shares a national name, consistent image, and business formula that is used at every location?
a. value-priced shop
b. day spa
c. booth rental
d. franchise shop
d. franchise shop
What is not among the reasons clients should arrive 15 minutes prior to appointments?
a. prepare for their treatment
b. help you prep the treatment room
c. get into a robe
d. fill out the consultation form
b. help you prep the treatment room
What function does the rotary brush perform?
a. light exfoliation
b. gentle extraction
c. aggressive extraction
d. heavy exfoliation
a. light exfoliation
A medical setting is where this person works.
a. makeup artist
b. waxing specialist
c. clinical esthetician
d. salon or day spa esthetician
c. clinical esthetician
What are concealers used to cover?
a. poorly applied makeup
b. blemishes and discoloration
c. unwanted hair growth
d. a client’s natural skin color
b. blemishes and discoloration
What term refers to skin-freshening lotions with a low alcohol content?
a. antibiotics
b. moisturizers
c. conditioners
d. fresheners
d. fresheners
What is the best tool to analyze the skin?
a. lancet
b. blotting paper
c. esthetician’s fingers
d. magnifying lamp/light
d. magnifying lamp/light
What do the kidneys do?
a. excrete water and waste products
b. pump nitrogen into the blood
c. convert food to nutrients
d. pump oxygen into the blood
a. excrete water and waste products
When answering a multiple-choice question, __________.
a. if two choices are opposites, one is probably correct
b. you should never guess under any circumstances
c. responses such as “all of the above” are usually not the correct choice
d. you should stop reading the choices when you see one that looks correct
a. if two choices are opposites, one is probably correct
What is another name for foundation?
a. mascara
b. concealer
c. lip liner
d. base makeup
d. base makeup
What is rosacea a contraindication for?
a. hair removal
b. tweezing
c. waxing
d. acne treatments
c. waxing
Seizures or epilepsy are a contraindication for which treatment?
a. treatments using salicylic acid
b. chemical peels
c. waxing and exfoliating
d. electrical and light-based treatments that pulsate
d. electrical and light-based treatments that pulsate
How long, approximately, is required for pre-heating of towel warmers and steamers?
a. 5 minutes
b. 15 minutes
c. 60 minutes
d. 30 minutes
b. 15 minutes
What agency registers all types of disinfectants sold and used in the United States?
a. EPA
b. FDA
c. CDC
d. OSHA
a. EPA
What is one of the most important actions you can take to prevent spreading germs from one person to another?
a. using an antibacterial soap
b. using a moisturizing hand lotion
c. using proper hand washing
d. using an antimicrobial soap
c. using proper hand washing
All electrical appliances and tools should be stored safely when in proximity to __________.
a. ventilation systems
b. the fire extinguisher
c. water
d. air conditioners
c. water
What is a keratoma?
a. closed comedone
b. acquired thickened patch of epidermis
c. open comedone
d. thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue
b. acquired thickened patch of epidermis
What is emulsified or liquefied during desincrustation?
a. sebum and debris
b. lymph and debris
c. oil and water
d. lymph and water
a. sebum and debris
Which of the following are the basic building blocks of all matter?
a. protons
b. electrons
c. atoms
d. molecules
c. atoms
The are 118 different elements known to science today. How many of these are naturally occurring on Earth?
a. 50
b. 76
c. 116
d. 98
d. 98
Where in the body is hyaluronic acid found?
a. skin
b. kidney
c. hair papillae
d. liver
a. skin
When was pale skin a sign of wealth and status?
a. Middle Ages
b. baby boomer era
c. Victorian age
d. Renaissance era
a. Middle Ages
What is an example of sebaceous hyperplasia?
a. benign lesions frequently seen in oilier areas of the face
b. solidified impactions of oil without cell matter
c. light-colored, slightly raised marks on the skin formed after injuries
d. patches covered with white-silver scales
a. benign lesions frequently seen in oilier areas of the face
__________, also known as alkalis, are compounds of hydrogen, a metal, and oxygen.
a. bases
b. oxides
c. salts
d. acids
a. bases
What is vibration?
a. rapid, shaking movement in which the esthetician uses their body and shoulders
b. invigorating, rubbing technique that stimulates the circulation and glandular activity of the skin
c. a compression technique that includes kneading, squeezing, and pinching
d. a percussive stroke in which the fingertips strike the skin in fast tapping movements
a. rapid, shaking movement in which the esthetician uses their body and shoulders
What type of incident is contact with nonintact skin, blood, body fluid, or potentially infectious materials that is the result of the performance of a worker’s duties?
a. accident
b. exposure
c. hazard
d. injury
b. exposure
One goal of ergonomics is to make workplace tools safer and more ___________.
a. attractive
b. flexible
c. economical
d. efficient
d. efficient
For safety, use no more than _________ plug(s) in each outlet.
a. three
b. two
c. one
d. four
c. one
It is recommended that you allow how much time in your schedule to do the client consultation?
a. 15–20 minutes
b. 3–5 minutes
c. 5–15 minutes
d. 1–3 minutes
c. 5–15 minutes
What is the function of a depilatory?
a. permanently removing hair by extracting the root
b. temporarily removing hair by dissolving it at skin level
c. temporarily removing hair by extracting the root
d. permanently removing hair by dissolving it at skin level
b. temporarily removing hair by dissolving it at skin level
What are considered vasoconstricting?
a. steam treatments
b. cold towels
c. paraffin masks
d. hot towels
b. cold towels
Which of the following is the best form of advertising?
a. giveaway promotional items
b. satisfied clients
c. social media
d. television ads
b. satisfied clients
What does scar tissue lack?
a. hair and melanin
b. melanin and elastin
c. collagen and elastin
d. hair and sweat glands
b. melanin and elastin
What is not one of the reasons estheticians should have a thorough understanding of makeup?
a. Color theory and facial analysis are part of being a successful makeup artist.
b. Seasonal creation of new products is frustrating and confusing for clients.
c. Clients will rely on makeup artists for fresh and edgy looks.
d. Makeup knowledge can help to grow your clientele.
b. Seasonal creation of new products is frustrating and confusing for clients.
__________ are the nutrients needed for energy to run every function within the body.
a. Proteins
b. Vitamins
c. Fats
d. Carbohydrates
d. Carbohydrates
What time-management tool helps you prioritize tasks and activities?
a. downtime
b. to-do lists
c. unstructured time
d. physical activity
b. to-do lists