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Written Cosmetology Exam 2017 #2

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3 levels of decontamination

Cleaning, disenfecting, sterilizing, and santitizing

The name for white spots on the nail

Pustules are caused by what bacteria?

When massaging during a pedicure what step comes last?

what is a closed container with a lid containing a disinfectant

What is the purpose of OSHA?

regulates safety in the work place

How do you remove a weft?

With oil or glue remover

How many sections for a straight back perm?

Chemical changes occur in what part of the hair?

2 other names for a wedge cut are..?

45 degree and graduated

in haircutting, what is the hair you cut first to determine length?

tap movement does what for the skin and muscles?

What do you do prior to disinfecting implements?

wash with soap and water

what is the proper procedure to disinfect implements?

wash, rinse, soak in disinfectant

2 disadvantages of an alkaline or cold wave?

damages delicate hair and has an unpleasant odor

When do you shampoo the hair when you do a relaxer?

after rinsing the relaxer

what type of cut is used to take out excess bulkiness in a wig?

layered haircut

What type of conditioner do you use on coarse hair?

when someone is looking for a wig with a specific color and if money is not a problem what type would they purchase?

what type of disease is caused by a parasite?

where is the proper place to do a patch test?

behind the ear or inside the elbow

a disinfectant does not kill what?

what is the correct way to apply wax on eyebrows?

in the direction of the hair growth

what is the massage movement when you grasp under the chin and the back of the head, then rotate the head?

relaxing movement

when a color has a filler already in it?

proper way to apply makeup on someone is to never use..

the same applicator on someone else

what do you do before coloring a wig?

perform a strand test and see how long it takes to process

if someone has a hair appointment, when do you do the consultation?

before the haircut

what is a way to sterilize using dry heat?

an oven at high temperature

when you under lighten hair, you will see spots of what 3 colors?

red, orange, and brown

What is the outer protective layer of the skin called?

what kind of pin curl produces a tight, firm, long lasting curl?

What is the only one of the five senses not used when analyzing hair?

How fast does hair grow?

1/2 inch per month

How do bacteria reproduce?

Courtesy is key to what?

what is the fluid part of blood?

for a good sitting posture, where should the knees and feet be?

close together and on the floor

what is the method of permanent waving that use two rods on the same subsection?

double rod (piggyback)

What are the small openings of the skin called?

what is the method used for permanent hair removal?

An alkaline permanent wave is also referred to as what?

A reducing agent in the milder chemical relaxer is what?

thioglycolic acid

before coloring someones hair, what is the most important thing to consider?

natural hair color

What chemical bonds are broken when performing a permanent wave?

When applying a virgin chemical relaxer, how far away from the scalp should application begin?

When you are doing a wet set, what type of chemical bonds are broken?

what layer of the hair is sometimes missing?

What color service does not chemically alter the hair?

Can a licensed esthetician perform tweezing, waxing, and electrolysis?

no, electrolysis requires more training

What system are you using the determine the lightness and darkness of a clients hair?

the level system

low-lighting is achieved by applying______ color onto some strands.

normal wet hair can stretch up to?

50% its normal length

A high pH permanent wave is used on what type of hair porosity?

Name 2 types of perm wraps that is often used for long hair.

double rod and spiral

a chemical relaxer is applied to the new growth only if the hair has been

previously relaxed

when retouching color you should be careful not to get the product on

the previously colored hair

which comb is best used to detangle hair?

chemical relaxer should be applied_____inches from the scalp and ____inch from the ends and should be worked through the scalp and ends minutes prior to rinsing.

generally, on a single process color, what volume developer is used?

where does your license need to be displayed in the salon you are working at?

Workstation or reception desk

what do you do if you cut yourself?

Get the blood spill kit

how do you remove hair extensions that have been bonded in?

dissolve the bond with oil or remover

when does the hair grow the fastest?

anagen phase or summer months

what is the rate of hair growth?

1/2 inch per month

what type of hair cut does a zero degree hair cut produce?

what does ringworm of the foot referred to?

powder lighteners are usually used only on the ______ and not the scalp?

What should you do with implements that have been contaminated with lice?

completely submerge in EPA or in an autoclave

How long does an implement stay in the disinfectant or autoclave?

What do you give your client after they have stopped the bleeding of a cut?

When should you clean the neck of the shampoo bowl?

what type of shampoo is used on oily hair?

Name 3 parts of a pin curl

base, stem, circle

for extremely porous hair, what type of perm should be used?

what should you no do while shampooing if the client is wanting a chemical?

scratch the scalp

list 3 things you need to do to renew your license

pay the fee, send in application, complete four hours of continuing education

how many hours of theory do you need before you can work on clients?

10% of hours/150 based on 1500 hours of curriculum

what is an example of a fissure?

when putting extensions in fine hair, which method should be used to minimize the possibility of the extensions being seen?

a 3 strand braid, under hand braid that lays on the scalp is called?

visible french braid

what is the main difference between hand cream and hand lotion?

technical term for lice

pediculosis capitis

when removing gel nails made with the traditional UV gel and a UV light you must?

no light gel nails or gel polishes can be removed by

soaking in acetone

what should you do before finishing a client's color appointment to make sure you remember your procedures and details about the client?

document on consultation card

chemical changes take place in what part of the hair shaft?

what is a pressing comb used for?

to temporarily straighten the hair

when you step back to view your client's hairstyle from all angles, you are looking for the hair's...

when filing the nail free edge, the emery board should be held at a ___ degree angle.

formaldehyde hardeners used to strengthen thew nails are made from no more than _____ percent formaldehyde.

protein hardeners are primarily made up from_______ and _________.

clear polish; protein and keratin

what is the color of a nail infection at its worst stage?

3 skin or hair conditions that are caused by parasites

scabies; ringworm; lice

what is a sebaceous cyst?

a boil filled with sebum

give the technical term for the chemical that is used for general floor cleaning

sodium hypochlorite

how old do you have to be to earn a cosmetology license?

how many days do you have before you need to notify TDLR of an address change?

What happens when the hair is braided wet?

can cause breakage

Why can braiding wet hair cause damage?

hair expands when it dries

you should clean surfaces of the salon with what?

EPA registered disinfectant

what happens when acetone is used on acrylic nails?

acrylic dissolves

one of the main reasons a client would want a wig is to do what?

cover hair loss

linens should be cleaned with what 2 things?

bleach and detergent

what is the typical nail wrap maintenance for 2 weeks?

receive glue/ resin repair

what is the typical nail wrap maintenance for 4 weeks?

replace or add fiber material

leukonychia is usually caused by?

damage to the matrix

you can perform a ________ on a client that has "blue nail".

pyogenic granuloma is what color?

when 2 primary colors are mixed together you have created what?

secondary color

bacilli bacteria cause what 3 types of infection?

tetanus, diptheria, and tuberculosis

when coloring a wig, what should be done first?

make sure the cuticle is intact

what is a hair weft?

track of hair to be used in a wig or for extensions

a traveling guide is used in what type of haircut?

uniform layered cut or graduated cut

when using a razor, the hair must be...

another name for tetanus?

a color filler is used to do what?

equalize porosity in the hair

The ______ is the visible layer of the skin.

an applicator used to direct current from a currency machine thru the client's skin is?

non pathogenic bacteria is?

bacterial spores can only be killed by what?

what happens if nail clippers are not washed first before they are put in the disinfectant?

contaminates the disinfectant

How do you clean the shampoo bowl head rest?

EPA registered disinfectant

What is the best nail shape for a man's nails?

how do you apply primer on the nail?

apply one drop and let it spread

The surface of healthy skin is slightly:

arrector pili muscle

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

reticular layer

The deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients is the:

bulla, nodule, cysts

what are a few lesions

Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are:

Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible opening are:

The thickened, club-like structure that forms the lower part of the hair root is the

A lengthwise section of hair shows that cuticle scales overlap and each individual cuticle scale is attached to the:

the medulla, the innermost layer of the hair, is composed of cells that are

Hair is composed of protein that grows from cells originating within the

the technical term for gray hair is

trichorrhexis nodosa

A condition that is characterized by brittleness and the formation of nodular swellings along the hair shaft is

The medical term used to describe dandruff is:

pityriasis capitis

A severe type of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scalp scales mixed with sebum is:

fungal organisms

Tinea is characterized by itching scales and sometimes painful circular lesions and is caused by:

Which of the following scalp disorders is characterized by dry, sulfur-yellow, cup-like crusts on the scalp?

reference points

achieving balance within a design is the understanding of head shape and

The part of the head that is found by placing a comb flat on the side of the head is the:

natural falling position

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

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

The comb used for close tapers on the nape and sides and when using a scissor-over-comb technique is a:

the best overall blade edge for a hair stylist is

The hand position that is used most often when cutting uniform or increasing layers is:

Thinning hair using a sliding movement with the blades of the shear partially opened to reduce volume and create movement is:

The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the:

open center curls

Pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls are:

A styling technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining shape is:

Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have a bristle mixture consisting of

The edges on flat irons that create smooth, straight styles on very curly hair are:

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

When creating full-base curls, the hair should be held with medium tension at a

The type of hair pressing service that removes 50 to 60 percent of the curl is the:

boar bristle brushes

Brushes that are used for stimulating the scalp as well as removing dirt and lint from locks are:

Which type of brush is good for releasing tangles, knots, and snarls in short, textured hair and long, straight hair

Brushes that collapse when they encounter too much resistance in releasing tangles from hair are

Brushes with widely spaced protective pins used on human hair extensions or to gently remove tangles from wet wavy or dry curly hair are

The blow-dryer attachment that stretches and softens textured hair and loosens the curl pattern is a

A manufactured synthetic fiber used for hair extensions that is durable, soft, and less inclined to tangle than many other synthetics is

A light, soft extension material that does not reflect light and gives the braid a matte finish is

An imported wool fiber available in black or brown with a matte finish that is used in hair extensions is

A strong extension material that comes from the domestic ox found in the mountains of Tibet and central Asia is

elongates a wave pattern

Blowdrying softens textured hair, stretches the hair shaft length, and

The name for separate networks of curly, textured hair that have been intertwined and meshed together is

quickly with no odor

synthetic hair burns

The head-shaped form used to secure a wig for fitting, styling, or coloring is a

overcast stitch

A simple, quick stitch that can be used to secure the entire length of a weft to a track is the

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

yellow-green spot

In the early stages, a typical bacterial infection on the nail plate can be identified as a

local infection

Onychomadesis is the separation and falling off of a nail plate and can be traced to

cleaned and disinfected

If you draw blood during a manicure, the implement should be

As a rule of thumb, the lower the grit on an abrasive nail file, the more

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

Nails that are slightly tapered and extend just past the fingertip are

The greatest success applying nail polish is achieved by using:

Spa manicures include a relaxing massage and some form of