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UTAH STATE BOARD_ COSMETOLOGY REVISION QUESTION PAPER ANSWERED STEP BY STEP
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The outermost layer of the skin is the: - ANSWER Epidermis
To dispose of small amounts of leftover monomer liquid you should: - ANSWER Wipe it out with a paper towel, seal it in a plastic bag and dispose of it in a metal trash can.
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic face shapes - ANSWER Inverted Diamond
Which of these is NOT a component of all exothermic waves? - ANSWER Hydroxide Relaxer
When questions include paragraphs to read and questions to answer, you should: - ANSWER Read the questions first
The trash container should: - ANSWER Have a self-closing lid
Today cosmetologists frequently specialize in" - ANSWER Haircutting
A salon's financial success depends in large part on all of the following EXCEPT: - ANSWER Cold calling
Where should you begin shampooing a client's hair - ANSWER Hairline
Which body system covers, shapes and holds the skeletal system in place? - ANSWER Muscular system
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic parts of a thermal iron - ANSWER Stem
Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for getting the conversation started on retailing products? - ANSWER Be informed about the merits of using generic store brands
The visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the living skin is the: - ANSWER Lunula
The positive electrode on an electrotherapy device is called a(n) - ANSWER Anode
The application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of wrinkles or pigmentation is called light therapy or: - ANSWER Phototheraphy
The rules and regulations adopted by a salon to ensure that all clients and associates are treated fairly and consistently are: - ANSWER Salon Policies
A hygiene pack for work should include all of the following EXCEPT: - ANSWER Clear nail polish
The technique of backbrushing is also called: - ANSWER Ruffling
What is the last step in the 10 step consultation method? - ANSWER Review the consultation
A solid bump larger than 1 centimeter that can be easily felt is called a - ANSWER Nodule
Which statement about rules is correct? - ANSWER Rules establish specific standards of conduct
The section of a pin curl between the base and the first arc that give the curl direction and movement is the: - ANSWER Stem
Your first step when an exposure incident occurs is: - ANSWER Stop the service
When disinfecting a foot bath you must use a disinfectant that is: - ANSWER Bactericidal, virucidal and fungicidal
Vellus hair almost never has a: - ANSWER Medulla
Which term refers to a fungal infection of the natural nail plate? - ANSWER Onychomycosis
How long should you allow a client's feet to soak at the beginning of a pedicure?
Which type of pin curl produces a tight, firm, long-lasting curl and allows minimum mobility? - ANSWER No-stem curl
The specialist who provides cleansing treatments to the skin is a(n): - ANSWER Esthetician
The most common form of temporary hair removal is: - ANSWER Shaving
You should ask your clients how much time they want to spend on their hair each day as part of which step of the 10 step consultation method? - ANSWER Review the clients lifestyle
Which term is used to describe the amount of movement in the hair strand? - ANSWER Wave pattern
A(n) ____________ is a substance used for the temporary removal of superfluous hair by dissolving it at the skin's surface. - ANSWER Depilatory
What is the main active ingredient in true acid and acid balanced waving lotions? - ANSWER GMTG
Which of the following is the most widely purchased of all hair care products? - ANSWER Shampoo
Which lighteners are considered on the scalp lighteners - ANSWER Oil and cream
Rubbing alcohol and hairspray are examples of - ANSWER Volatile alcohols
The nerve fibers that regulate the excretion of perspiration are the: - ANSWER Secretory
The rate of nail growth increases dramatically: - ANSWER During the last trimester of pregnancy
A(n) _____ mask is melted to a little more than body temperature before application - ANSWER Paraffin wax
The most common type of perm rod is the: - ANSWER Concave rod
To be a good team player you must: - ANSWER Be willing to help with whatever needs to be done in the salon
A(n) ______ is an apparatus that changes alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) - ANSWER Rectifier
Polypeptide chains are cross linked like the rungs on a ladder by _____ different types of side bonds. - ANSWER Three
When a parasite called a mite burrows under the skin the result is - ANSWER Scabies
A _____ point is the area over a muscle where pressure or stinulation causes a contraction: - ANSWER Motor
Which type of massage involves short, quick tapping, slapping and hacking movements? - ANSWER Tapotement
The bone of the cranium that forms the back of the skull above the nape is the
When waxing the hair should NOT be longer than: - ANSWER 1/2 inch
The system that forms the physical foundation of the body is the - ANSWER Skeletal system
Archeological studies reveal that early forms of haircutting and hairstyling were practiced in some form as early as the: - ANSWER Ice Age
When styling the hair of a client with a convex profile you should: - ANSWER Keep the style close to the head at the nape
How long is a typical soft bender rod? - ANSWER 12 inches
A(n) _____ nail is completely straight across with no rounding at the outside edges - ANSWER Square
Bacilli and spirilla bacteria use slender, hair like called: - ANSWER Flagella
Cicatrix is another name for a(n) - ANSWER Scar
When creating your brand identity you should ask each of the following questions EXCEPT: - ANSWER Where will you be located?
You should maintain _______ if you want to be able to reproduce customized nail enhancements that clients cannot get from anyone else - ANSWER Formulation cards
Which color of eyeshadow would be the best choice for a client with blue eyes? -
For older clients with uneven, textured skin you should use _____ colors - ANSWER Muted
Which of the following is NOT a common contagious disease that will prevent a salon from servicing a client - ANSWER Diabetes
An epilator removes hair - ANSWER By pulling it out of the folicle
Skin that produces too much sebum will have large pores and may appear - ANSWER Shiny
A _____ is a tool with a wide, flat base that is used to remove makeup from containers - ANSWER Spatula
A(n) _____ product is one that has been designed and proven not to clog the follicles - ANSWER Noncomedogenic
Which type of massage involves, lifting, squeezing and pressing the tissue - ANSWER Petrissage
A switch that automatically interrupts or shuts off an electrical circuit at the first indication of an overload is a(n) - ANSWER Circuit breaker
A metal pusher should be held like a pencil with the flat end held at a _____ angle from the nail plate - ANSWER 20 to 30 degrees
The creation of a custom-made wig begins with - ANSWER Taking the clients measurements
When creating hair designs you should NOT - ANSWER Confine yourself to your comfort zone
Of all the factors that will affect your test performance the most important is your mastery of - ANSWER Course content
When using galvanic current the electrode that is applied directly to the clients skin is the _____ electrode - ANSWER Active
Benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear under the epidermis and have no visible opening are - ANSWER Milia
Which of the following is a common, extremely contagious bacterial infection of the eye - ANSWER Conjunctivitis
When selecting eye, cheek and lip colors which tones are always the safest choice - ANSWER Neutral
The _____ is the fold of skin overlapping the side of the nail - ANSWER Sidewall
Which of the following should NOT be included in your employment portfolio - ANSWER Cover letter
Odorless products harden more slowly which creates a tacky layer called the _____ layer - ANSWER Inhibition
Soft wax should be applied to the area to be treated - ANSWER In the direction of hair growth
Permanent haircolors contain uncolored dye precursors called - ANSWER Aniline derivatives
What should you do if you do not have the proper size nail tip - ANSWER Use a larger tip and tailor it to size with an abrasive board
What is the primary benefit of ammonia-free waves - ANSWER They do not have a strong odor
The most common form of hair removal in salons and spas is - ANSWER Waxing
When performing a haircut with haircutting shears, you should use your holding hand to - ANSWER Hold the hair while cutting
Which type of gel should you use if a clients fingernails have an arch and curve
When an interviewer asks if you have any questions you should - ANSWER Creates as much of a dialogue as possible
With proper care a braided hair design can last how long - ANSWER 3 months
A super strength relaxer is recommended if the client has _____ hair. - ANSWER Extremely curly
The different types of electrical currents used in facial and scalp treatments are called - ANSWER Modalities
The matrix does NOT contain - ANSWER Melanocytes