Cosmetology State Board Written Exam 2024 LATEST UPDATE!!EXAM BUNDLE

The muscle of the heart itself and the only muscle of it's type in the human body is the - ANSWER Cardiac muscle Cells that fight bacteria and other foreign substances are called leukocytes or - ANSWER white blood cells A bleeding wound should be treated by - ANSWER Applying pressure with g...

The element used to define texture and line and tie design elements together is ________. - ANSWER Color Relaxers that contain two components and must be mixed immediately prior to use are _________. - ANSWER Guanidine Hydroxide Relaxers Hydroxide relaxers remove a sulfur atom from a disulfide...

All of the following are relaxers EXCEPT - ANSWER lanthionine relaxers When using a chemical relaxer, which of the following must you avoid using? - ANSWER Bleaches or high-lift color products When performing a basic permanent wrap, the hair should be divided into how many panels? - ANSWER 9

What bonds in the hair are easily broken by heat and water? - ANSWER Hydrogen Before placing implements in a disinfecting solution, they should be - ANSWER Cleaned with warm soapy water The best way to avoid back strain while working is to - ANSWER Maintain good posture and body alignment

Concave lines turn? - ANSWER Inward Convex lines turn - ANSWER Outward What are the three primary colors? - ANSWER yellow, red, blue What are the secondary colors? - ANSWER green, orange, violet

Match Test - ANSWER To determine the difference between synthetic hair and natural hair. Extension - ANSWER Artificial hair braided, interwoven, sewn, or glued onto the existing hair. what must be done before attaching hair additions that require glue and why? - ANSWER A patch test; some clien...

Allergy - ANSWER Sensitivity that may develop from contact to normally harmless substances. Symptoms can include itching, redness, swelling and blisters. inflammation - ANSWER Objective symptom characterized by redness, swelling, pain, and increase in temperature Chronic - ANSWER Symptoms that...

While working, your clothing should always be stylish, comfortable, and __________. - ANSWER functional Your _____ involves your posture and the way you walk and move. - ANSWER physical presentation the way to counter the negative impact of repetitive motions or long periods spent in one posit...

How long is a temporary license good for? - ANSWER 120 days The Smallest Organism is - ANSWER An Atom What cut makes an equal layer length cut? - ANSWER 90 degrees How long is a student permit for? - ANSWER Until Graduation

Alkaline Wave - ANSWER Cold waves. Ph of 9.0-9.6. Use ammonium thioglycolate as reducing agent. Acid Balanced Waves - ANSWER Process the fastest and at room temp. Ph of 7.0 Ammonium Thioglycolate - ANSWER Active ingredient or reducing agent in alkaline permanents. What layer of the hair is ...

The study of the growth and structure of nails is known as - ANSWER Onyxology Etiology is the study of - ANSWER The cause of a disease Often referred to as the cuticle, it overlaps the lunula at the base of the nail - ANSWER Eponychium Infection at the nail base, usually with pus, untreated...

Bacteriology - ANSWER study of microorganisms called bacteria Bacteria - ANSWER another name for germ or microbe, minute one celled, vegetable origin, seen with microscope. Cocci - ANSWER spherical bacteria Spirilla - ANSWER spiral shaped bacteria

Which of the following is a mechanical process? - ANSWER Cleaning In 2012 along with representatives from most nations who participate in the United Nations, OSHA agreed to comply with what? - ANSWER The Globally Harmonized System of Classifications and Labeling of Chemicals Systems The GHS gi...

This type of wax may cause an allergic reaction and should be patch tested - ANSWER beeswax To prevent contact with any possible bloodborne pathogens during a hair removal treatment, use: - ANSWER disposable gloves When applying a retouch color application, what size are your subsections for n...

general infection - ANSWER Spreads throughout the body in the bloodstream destroy or prevent the growth of terms - ANSWER the purpose of sanitizing implements and equipment is to: moisturizing or emollient materials - ANSWER when giving a client with dry hair a scalp treatment, you should sele...

Cosmetology - ANSWER The art and science of beautifuing and improvinh the skin, nails, and hair is called.. Osha - ANSWER The standard that must be used in the industry in dealing with bloodbourn pathogens is regulated by who? Protoplasm - ANSWER Bacteria generally consist of an outer cell wal...

pH balanced refers to a product that ranges from a pH of: - ANSWER 4.5-5.5 Which of the following is also referred to as pinkeye? - ANSWER conjunctivitis The primary motor nerve of the face is the: - ANSWER facial nerve How should tools and multi-use supplies that come in contact with blood...

A fold of skin overlapping both sides of the nail, may extend as far as the first knuckle: - ANSWER Eponychium The area from the nail root to the free edge, contains no blood vessels/nerves: - ANSWER Nail plate/nail body Onychophagy refers to: - ANSWER Bitten nails The technical term for bi...

What are the forms that a chemical can take? - ANSWER Solids, liquids, gases, vapors. What should be considered when determining how hazardous a chemical is? - ANSWER Toxicity, concentration, length of time, individual sensitivity, interaction, route of exposure What are the three main routes ...

Do not massage or manipulate a client's scalp if you detect the presence of - ANSWER Abrasions A kneading movement that is performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue with light, firm pressure is: - ANSWER Petrissage The infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice is known as:...

When performing a basic permanent wrap, the hair should be divided into how many sections? - ANSWER Nine In which of the following areas would you start a relaxer retouch application? - ANSWER Area most resistant Which of the following does the stylist look for during a scalp analysis for chem...

45 to 90 describe - ANSWER Certain degrees of elevation 1) Who is in charge of Universal Precautions? - ANSWER OSHA 2) Who oversees the board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling? - ANSWER Division of Consumer Affairs; Department of Law & Safety What keeps the length of the hair but removes weigh...

in a relaxer, which of the following active ingredients has a 9.6-10.0 pH? - ANSWER Ammonium thioglycolate when performing a basic permanent wrap, the hair should be divided into how many panels? - ANSWER 9 When using chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down which of...

Cocci are bacteria that are: - ANSWER round shaped Which type of bacteria can cause strep throat or blood poisoning? - ANSWER streptococci Bacteria that grow in pairs and can cause pneumonia are: - ANSWER diplococci Lyme disease and syphilis are caused by spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria...

For a client with gold skin tones, _______ haircolors are more flattering. - ANSWER Warm For chemicals to penetrate a healthy cuticle hair layer, they have_____. - ANSWER An alkaline PH The tube like depression or pocket in the skin or scalp that contains the hair root is the? - ANSWER Hair fo...

Leuconychia - ANSWER a condition that usually presents as White spots / streaks under the nails Onyx - ANSWER The Latin / med Hyponychium - ANSWER The skin beneath / under the Free Edge of the nail ical term for nails Base coat - ANSWER adhesive coat for nail polish

Kosmetikos a Greek word meaning - ANSWER Skilled in the study of cosmetics In ancient cultures practice of self grooming and appearance enhancement was allied with the practice of - ANSWER Medicine The two types of goals are - ANSWER Short-term and long-term Comfortable well fitted shoes sh...

4 to 6 months - ANSWER Replacement of a natural fingernail takes about: 20 seconds - ANSWER The average time a potential employer will spend scanning your resume before deciding whether to grant you an interview is about: building gels and self-leveling gels - ANSWER Which types of gels may be...

permanent waving - ANSWER chemically rearranging straight hair into curly form is call chemical texture services - ANSWER permanent waving is par of cuticle and cortex - ANSWER hair structures effected by permanent waving are Hydroge - ANSWER which bonds are side bonds in the hair that are ...

what protects sensitive cells in the dermis from UV light - ANSWER melanin what is also known as the true skin - ANSWER the dermis arrector pili muscles - ANSWER small, involuntary muscles in the base of the hair follicle that causes goose bumps papillary layer - ANSWER outermost layer of t...

Bacteriology is the study of: - ANSWER Bacteria Another term that means the same as germ or bacteria: - ANSWER Microbe Bacterial cells that are harmless and can even be beneficial to humans are called: - ANSWER Nonpathogenic Bacteria What approximate percent of all bacteria are harmless and...

Cosmetology - ANSWER A term used to encompass a broad range of specialty areas, including hairstyling, nail technology, and esthetics. Cosmetology - ANSWER The art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair and includes the study of cosmetics and their application. ice ...

Nail psoriais - ANSWER Salmon patches are a sign of which condition Toners are: - ANSWER Used to rebalance the skin's PH Upward & outward - ANSWER During the skin analysis procedure, you should remove facial cleanser from the face using _______ movements. Bromelain - ANSWER Which of the ...

When using a chemical relaxer, which of the following must you avoid using? - ANSWER Bleaches or high-lift color products Alkaline waves are recommened for all of the following hair types EXECPT - ANSWER Fine hair When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down...

Together, the active and inactive, or spore-forming, stage of bacteria are referred to as the: - ANSWER Life cycle of bacteria The type of immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease or through inoculation is: - ANSWER Acquired immunity The part of the muscle at the movable atta...

When working with hair that has been chemically relaxed, you should avoid using: - ANSWER Hot irons Incorrect placement of the rubber band of perm rods will cause band marks or: - ANSWER Breakage When performing test curls, the rod should be unwound approximately: - ANSWER 1 1/2 turns

Color - ANSWER When anaylzing the hair for a chemical relaxer, it is unnecessary to evaluate the hair for Disulfide Bonds - ANSWER Which of the bonds make permanent waving, curl reforming, and chemical relaxing possible? Disulfide Bonds - ANSWER When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the sh...

What are varicose veins? - ANSWER Swollen Veins Which of the following terms defines the art and science of beauty care? - ANSWER Cosmetology Making an appropriate decision on whether your ideas or feelings should be expressed in public or private is considered being ... - ANSWER Discreet T...

Which of the following is an important part of good communication? - ANSWER active listening When applying makeup to wear for work create balance and harmony by? - ANSWER Enhancing your best features The major difference between a perm and body wave is the? - ANSWER Size of rods used During...

Are benign, Keratin filled cysts that can appear just under the epidermis and has no visible openings - ANSWER Mila An inflammation of the skin caused by coming in contact with certain chemicals/substances. - ANSWER Contact Dermatitis A soils bump larger than .4 inches that can be easily felt....

Brushes with bristles that have tiny overlapping layer of scales, which clean and add luster to the hair are - ANSWER natural Water that is chemically softened and allows soaps and shampoos to lather freely is - ANSWER soft water To avoid infection, sponge a tweezed area frequently with cotton...

Immunity - ANSWER Resistance of an organism to infectious disease. How can you burn someone during a waxing service? - ANSWER By heating the wax in a microwave or on a stove top. A terry wrap - ANSWER What you should offer a client for draping when waxing underarms. How often should capes a...

Bacterial Cells that grow in pairs and are the cause of certain infections, such as Pneumonia are known as? - ANSWER Dipplococci During which stage of growth do bacteria reproduce and grow rapidly - ANSWER Active Stage human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes the immune system to? - ANSWER br...

How many hours are needed to get your cosmetology license in Texas? - ANSWER 1000 What do you do if your current license expires? - ANSWER Cannot work unless you renew SDS (Safety Data Sheet) are used for? - ANSWER First aid, storage, and safety precautions. What do you do if your license e...

what is the procedure for polish during a french manicure? - ANSWER Apply white to free edge What bacteria are unpathogenic? - ANSWER Saprophytes What is the first step in hair cutting? - ANSWER Sectioning What is the main type of hair relaxer? - ANSWER Sodium Hydroxide

Pre-Exam Set Up and Disinfection Time Allowed: 10 minutes - ANSWER Safety Criteria 1. Implements and supplies are clean and bags are labeled as pre-sanitized in ENGLISH only 2. Disposes of waste material using trash bag 3. Sanitizes/cleans work surfaces with EPA-approved disinfectants 4. Ensur...

Under-processing is caused by - ANSWER insufficient processing time Which of the following guidelines is true if your client has a round facial shape? - ANSWER add height at the crown A client as a level 7 red-orange brassy looking hair. What is the best choice for neutralizing this color? - A...

What does "Board" mean? - ANSWER The Advisory Board on Cosmetology What does "Commission" & "Department" mean? - ANSWER Commission- Means the Texas Commission of Licensing & Regulation Department- Means the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation What is meant by "Exec...

Which one of the following terms defines the art and science of beauty care - ANSWER Cosmetology Which one of the following would negatively affect your commitment as a cosmetologist? - ANSWER Insufficient rest Fatigue can be prevented through: - ANSWER Rest and relaxation

80/20 - ANSWER 80% are average performers where as 20% are in the top of your profession by; showing up, being on time, and being ready to work. AACS/CEA - ANSWER American Association of Cosmetology Schools/Cosmetology Educators of America ACTIVE LISTENING - ANSWER Be with the speaker, don'...

discussing a haircut, where is the perimeter located? - ANSWER At the outer edges It is recommended that you cut extremely curly hair: - ANSWER Dry cut before straightening It is recommended that you cut kinky curly hair: - ANSWER c) Dry after straightening When cutting extremely curly hair...

Cortex - ANSWER middle layer of hair medulla - ANSWER round cell that has the innermost layer of hair strand test - ANSWER to get process time and results patch test - ANSWER test done to see of any allergy . has to be done 24-48 hrs prior to service when disinfecting whirlpool foot spa ...

healty skin - ANSWER acidic appendages - ANSWER nails, hair and sebaceous glands pressure in skin causes it to thicken and make - ANSWER callus epidermis - ANSWER outerlayer and thinnest layer of the skin