What do you do if a client asks you a question about a product and you do not know the answer?

say that you don't know, but you can find out

What should you do to protect yourself and your employer from liability issues?

review procedure with client before beginning

What is not a recommended habit for maintaining healthy skin?

eat foods containing preservatives

What is NOT a benefit to operating a business as a partnership?

no liability for the debts of another partner

What should you do after cleansing a brush?

cover it with a towel while drying

How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?

descending order of predominance

What are the three components of the three-part procedure?

pre-service, actual service, and post-service

What statement about phenolic disinfectants is true?

they are a form of formaldehyde

What is not one of the golden rules of human relations?

bear down and work harder when overwhelmed

What should you do after checking the water level on the steamer when preparing for a facial?

replace any disposable implements you may need

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1
What do you do if a client asks you a question about a product and you do not know the answer?
redirect the conversation
make a guess
act like you didn't hear them
say that you don't know, but you can find out
2
What is not part of your physical presentation?
mood
walk
movements
posture
3
What is NOT a contraindication for facial massage?
sensitive skin
inflamed acne
cancer
sunburn
4
What is the most commonly used cosmetic ingredient?
essential oil
talc
water
mineral oil
5
What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine?
offers a warm feeling that is relaxing
helps prevent coagulation
increases cell metabolism
helps oxygenate the blood
6
What is not a contraindication for a facial?
pink eye
use of acne drugs
herpes
albinism
7
What should you do after stopping the service when a client is accidentally cut and bleeds?
apply pressure to the wound
put on gloves
apply a bandage
clean the wound with an antiseptic wipe
8
What is an example of a good insulator?
rubber
copper
water
iron
9
What is an example of an inorganic physical sunscreen?
titanium dioxide
benzophenone
octyl methoxycinnimate
octly salicylate
10
A ____is an abnormal condition that makes the body incapable of functioning normally?
disorder
virus
syndrome
disease
11
What term refers to the strength or intensity of sunlight exposure?
dosage
extrinsic
intrinsic
purity
12
For what feature do you apply a lighter foundation at the hairline and blend onto the forehead?
receding chin
long, heavy chin
narrow forehead
protruding forehead
13
What should you do to protect yourself and your employer from liability issues?
require clients to sign consent form on the first visit only
never administer a patch test
review procedure with client before beginning
if a problem arises, try to cover it up
14
What is a characteristic of short wavelengths?
low frequency
penetrate less
have less energy
fewer waves per length
15
What is an example of a moderately comedogenic ingredient?
avocado oil
lanolic acid
peanut oil
cocoa butter
16
What type of mask is recommended for acne?
sulfur
thermal
collagen
paraffin
17
Where do phytoestrogens come from?
plants
animals other than humans
humans
minerals
18
What is not a recommended habit for maintaining healthy skin?
avoid excessive alcohol
eat foods containing preservatives
exercise regularly
avoid sun exposure
19
What is NOT a benefit to operating a business as a partnership?
increased capital for investment
no liability for the debts of another partner
greater pool of skills and talent to draw from
shared responsibilities
20
What is the SHORTEST length that you should trim hair before waxing?
1/2 inch
1/4 inch
3/4 inch
1 inch
21
What color LED is used to improve elastin production in the skin?
green
red
yellow
blue
22
What is an example of a liquid?
ozone
steam
serum
ice
23
What type of muscle functions automatically,involuntarily,and is found in the digestive system?
cardiac
skeletal
voluntary
nonstriated
24
What color LED is used to reduce hyperpigmentation?
blue
red
green
yellow
25
What parts of the body are usually bare for facials?
arms and chest
arms and legs
back and torso
neck and shoulders
26
What does cataphoresis do?
cause an alkaline reaction
soften and relax tissue
increase blood circulation
calm or soothe nerve endings
27
What should your makeup do?
accentuate best features
draw attention to center of face
draw attention to eyes
accentuate all your features
28
How many extra minutes should you schedule for a client's first visit?
15
10
5
25
29
What is eumelanin?
gray to white
green to blue
dark brown to black
red to yellow
30
What should you do after cleansing a brush?
store it in an uncovered container when it is clean and dry
pull on the bristles as you rinse it
spread the bristles apart as widely as possible for drying
cover it with a towel while drying
31
How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?
alphabetical order
ascending order of predominance
reverse alphabetical order
descending order of predominance
32
What are the three components of the three-part procedure?
primary service, consultation, and post service
introductory service, secondary service, and primary service
cleaning, consulting, and treatinig
pre-service, actual service, and post-service
33
What is NOT a way in which skin care professionals promote good public relations?
develop good employee relations
promote excellent service
place ads in local newspapers
develop good relations
34
What type of tissue is composed of neurons?
connective
muscle
epithelial
nerve
35
Where are you likely to find licensed massage therapists working today?
airports
bus stations
parks
supermarkets
36
Who holds the tube electrode with an indirect method of application for high-frequency current?
neither the esthetician nor the client
both the esthetician and client
client
esthetician
37
What does insolitol aid?
formation of fatty acids
hair growth
red blood cell formation
blood circulation
38
What type of lesions are lesions in the early stages of development change?
tertiary
secondary
vascular
primary
39
What statement about phenolic disinfectants is true?
it is safe to apply them to skin
It is environmentally safe to pour them down the drain
they have a very low pH
they are a form of formaldehyde
40
What is a primary property of eucalyptus?
aromatic
healing
moisturizing
stimulating
41
How often should clients exfoliate at home?
once a day
3-4 times a week
1-2 times a week
twice a day
42
What can you do to begin your journey of success now?
incorporate personal life into work
visualization
cut back on sleep to focus more on work
build on weakness, forego strengths
43
What type of skin is characterized by fragile, thin skin and redness?
sensitive
dry
oily
combination
44
What is not one of the golden rules of human relations?
bear down and work harder when overwhelmed
learn to forgive yourself and others
think twice before impulsively reacting
make amends when you're wrong
45
What type of skin has a blue-white appearance under a Wood’s Lamp?
normal, healthy skin
skin with a thick corneum
hyperpigmented skin
oily skin
46
What is a characteristic of fatty alcohols?
names almost always end in -ate
chemically combined with silicone and oxygen
wax-like consistency
drying
47
What body system do vascular lesions involve?
circulatory
endocrine
respiratory
nervous
48
What should you use to remove implements from the container or disinfectant solution?
bare hand
brush handle
gloved hand
tongs
49
What should you do after checking the water level on the steamer when preparing for a facial?
change the bed or treatment chair linens
replace any disposable implements you may need
clean/disinfect machine parts used during the service before
throw away any disposables used during the previous service
50
What is NOT a method by which the body maintains thermoregulation?
radiation
absorption
insulation
perspiration
51
Brow waxing: How do you create the illusion of a shorter face for a client with a long face?
widen the distance between them
give them a low arch
arch them high and angular
make them almost straight
52
What should you do to maintain good standing posture?
arch back
balance neck directly above shoulders
lock your knees
scrunch shoulders
53
What is NOT a reason to use a contour color when applying eye shadow?
to even out the skin tone on the eye
to minimize a specific area
to define the eyelash
to create contour in a crease
54
What statement about skin cleansers is true?
they never contain emollients
they cause makeup and dirt to "cake" and sink into the pores
they may contain ingredients to counteract skin problems
should be used after other treatment products have been used
55
When people are secure, how do they feel?
confident
worried
anxious
overwhelmed
56
What should you do when a situation with a client is beyond your control?
save face by whatever means necessary
place blame on the client
allow the client to control the conversation
communicate past the issue
57
Where can you find information about a manufacturer’s philosophy?
manufacturer's brochures and pamphlets
manufacturer's invoices
local library
state regulating agency
58
What is the average rate of cell turnover for those 50 and older?
21-28 days
28-42 days
42-84
14 days
59
What is NOT a recommended mineral makeup ingredient?
titanium dioxide
iron oxide
talc
iron oxide
60
Where should you apply paraffin wax to test its temperature?
inside of the client's wrist
back of your hand
inside of your wrist
back of the client's hand
61
How much of your daily food intake should consist of fat?
about 38 percent
about 12 percent
about 26 percent
none
62
The ideal oval face is approximately _______ as wide as it is long
equally
one-third
three-fourths
half
63
What is the most common way tgat communicable diseases spread?
coughing
sneezing
dirty hands
contaminated water
64
What organ removes waste created by digestion?
stomach
intestines
kidney
liver
65
____ 127. What two forms do makeup removers come in?
natural and synthetic
oil-based and water-based
powder-based and cream-based
extra strength and standard
66
What do human cells need to grow and reproduce?
extremely hot temperatures
adequate supply of nitrogen
extremely dry conditions
ability to eliminate waste products
67
What color will thin or dehydrated skin appear as under a Wood’s Lamp?
light violet
orange
yellow
green
68
What is NOT one of the most common skin condition estheticians see today?
problems from hormonal fluctuations
actinic aging
vitiligo
adult acne
69
What question should you ask clients about their lifestyle during the consultation?
how is your spousal relationship
what is your occupation
what is your Fitzpatrick Type
are you generally a happy person
70
For what type of lips should you outline both the upper and lower lips
large, full lips
pointed or cupid bow upper lip
uneven lips
small mouth and lips
71
How far should steam be kept from the face when you are using a steamer?
8-10 inches
20-22 inches
15-18 inches
15-18 inches
72
What is an example of a beneficial ingredient for mature or sensitive skin?
citric acid
aloe vera
mulberry extract
salicylic acid
73
Where on the eye should you start when removing artificial eyelashes?
inner corner
both corners simultaneously
middle
outer corner
74
Where should you study?
on a bus
quiet library
back of the classroom during class
school cafeteria during lunch
75
What's the first thing you do in a facial, after completing the pre-service procedure?
cleanse the client's skin
perform extractions
cleanse your hands and apply warm towels
analyze the client's skin
76
Who used cosmetics for personal use, religious ceremonies and burial preparation?
Romans
Asians
Egyptians
Hebrews
77
What type of water should be used in the steamer?
tap
distilled
mineral
carbonated
78
A pH of less than _______ is not recommended for salon peels.
6.0
5.5
4.5
3.0
79
What part of the nervous system controls the involuntary muscles?
central nervous system
biologic nervous system
peripheral nervous system
autonomic nervous system
80
What step comes next after softening the client's skin with steam in a facial?
mask
massage
extractions
review of contraindication
81
How are weekly and monthly financial reports commonly used?
to determine annual income taxes
to determine which job candidate to hire
to identify the bank with which you should do business
to gauge promotional efforts
82
What type of food contains vitamin-B-6 (pyridoxine)?
legumes
leafy green vegetables
fish
milk products
83
How should be vitamin E be administered to help heal damaged tissues?
neither internally nor externaly
internally
externally
both internally and externally
84
What is an example of an organic substance?
iron
glass
pure water
plastic
85
This refers to closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsule ingredients for targeted delivery?
ceramides
lanolin
liposomes
parabens
86
What portion of the facial lasts the longest?
extractions
consultation
cleansing
massage
87
Where do steatomas usually appear?
shoulders, back and chest
face, neck, and chest
arms, legs, and torso
scalp, neck and back
88
What should you do with soiled gloves?
clean and disinfect them for later use
ball them up and insert them into a biohazard container
seal them in plastic bag and place it in a covered waste bin
throw them directly into a covered waste container
89
What should you do when communicating with fellow staffers?
remain objective
be dishonest to paint yourself in the best light
pick sides when coworkers argue
refrain from seeking help when at odds with a coworker
90
What types of foods should you choose?
low in nutrients and low in calories
high in nutrients and low in calories
high in nutrients in calories
low in nutrients and high in calories
91
How long should you flush a client's eyes with water if product gets into them?
five minutes
15 minutes
10 minutes
25 minutes
92
What is a characteristic of healthy skin?
dry
slightly acidic
rough
brittle
93
What is the main method of depilation?
chemical depilatory
tweezing
shaving
threading
94
What is the most durable type of brush handle commonly available?
wood
plastic
steel
cardboard
95
Where are sebaceous filaments often found?
nose
back of the next
ears
chin
96
What product is applied last when performing a basic facial?
toner or astringent
wax or sugar solution
mask or wrap
moisturizer or sunscreen
97
What is not a focus of skin analysis?
client's skin type
visible appearance of the client's skin
any skin conditions the client has
skin care products the client uses at home
98
What is an important factor to consider when purchasing equipment for your salon?
cost of developing marketing materials
location of the manufacturer
date of installation
durability
99
What ingredient cools, constricts capillaries, has refreshing properties and contains menthol?
lavender
olive
sandalwood
peppermint
100
What do you do during a standard facial massage when your fingers reach the client’s temple?
pause for a moment and apply slight pressure
remove your hands from the face and begin a shoulder massage
start a crisscross stroking movement down to the cheeks
immediately stop the massage
101
What document is a record of your notes (analysis, products used and recommended, etc.)?
client questionnaire
client intake form
client release form
client chart
102
How long should the exfoliation or mask portion of a facial last?
8-10 minutes
2-3 minutes
10-15 minutes
3-5 minutes
103
What type of lesions change the structures of tissues and organs?
primary
tertiary
secondary
vascular
104
How do light lip colors affect the appearance of the lips?
make them seem smoother
make them seem smaller
make them seem larger
make them seem more textured
105
What is NOT a common use for airbrush makeup?
washable tattoos
hair and nail art application
restorative makeup for the deceased
theatrical makeup
106
What is NOT an example of a common promotion strategy?
add value to services on slow days
offer sales promotions for an unlimited time
endorse frequent buyer programs
give clients a discount during their birthday month
107
What is it called when a chemical changes its state but not its composition?
chemical change
physical change
peristalsis
homeostasis
108
What is not an example of an ingredient recommended for use on mature skin and rosacea?
guarana
green tea
rosemary oil
squalene oil
109
What is NOT a topic about which you should plan to be asked during an interview?
your plan for meeting sales goals
your ability to be a team player
your retail sales philosophy
your marital status
110
What is NOT a benefit of using Tesla high-frequency current?
decreases elimination and absorption
increases metabolism
relieves congestion
improves germicidal action
111
How long should you use the steamer during a standard facial treatment?
12-15 minutes
3-5 minutes
8-12 minutes
5-10 minutes
112
What should you NOT do when using disinfectants?
wear gloves and safety glasses when mixing them
use tongs to remove implements from them
place them in unmarked containers
replace them every day
113
What is NOT important to keeping a business running smoothly?
developing solid business management skills
maintaining an antagonist relationship with employees
developing positive customer relations
managing finances well
114
What is a characteristic of suspensions?
small particles
slightly miscible
usually clear
stable mixture
115
When should the client intake form be mentioned to the client?
when the client comes in for the appointment
during the appointment
after the appointment
when the client schedules the appointment
116
The part of the muscle which is the movable attachment and farthest from the skeleton is
insertion
pit
origin
belly
117
What is the main disadvantage of soft wax?
is less effective than hard wax for removing stubborn hair
does not adhere to hair as well as hard wax
can irritate the skin
feels cold on the skin
118
How many times should you rinse the skin after removing a chemical exfoliant?
once
at least six times
at least three times
no more than four times
119
What is a treatment goal for mature skin?
calming
drying
hydrating
soothing
120
What are the main types of surfactants used in skin-cleansing products?
fatty acids
fatty alcohols
emulsifiers
detergents
121
What percentage of hair is comprised of hard keratin?
30
15
90
60
122
What is an example of an active problem solving word?
create
forget
exist
be
123
What is an example of a noncomedegenic ingredient?
tocopherol
petrolatum
olive oil
sunflower oil
124
Where were makeup and shoy clothing encouraged during the Victorian Age?
theaters
marketplaces
royal gatherings
at home
125
Which career needs a knowledge of cosmetic chemistry,makeup/cammoflauge techs,& business skills
medical esthetician
salon esthetician
esthetics writer
sales manager
126
What food should estheticians avoid during work house because its odor can linger?
onion
carrot
bread
apple
127
Where are the thalamus and hypothalamus found?
cerebellum
diencephalon
cerebrum
brain stem
128
When is the Dr Jacquet movement performed as part of a facial treatment?
before cleansing
after desincrustation
after extractions
after cleansing
129
Why are the acid mantle and barrier function not as healthy in dry skin?
excess of lipids
lack of lipids
excess of water
lack of water
130
What is an example of a healthy practice?
grilling or baking rather than steaming or stir-frying
choosing processed foods whenever possible
eating only leafy green vegetables
scheduling routine health checks
131
What should you look for when selecting a location for your business?
location that is easy to get to
large distance from other businesses
location with low visibility
low foot traffic
132
What type of light is a combination of all the visible rays of the spectrum?
infrared
white
black
yellow
133
What mineral helps control fluid balance & activity of heart muscle,kidneys, & nervous system?
potassium
iron
manganese
zinc
134
What are the basic material and building blocks for body tissues?
lipids
sugars
proteins
carbohydrates
135
What is the main external cause of aging?
free radicals
genetics
pollution
sun damage
136
What should you do at an interview?
lean on employer's desk to show interest
bring coffee for mental alertness
frame your answers in a positive context
chew gum for fresh breath
137
What muscle surrounds the upper lip and elevates it, dilating the nostrils?
levator anguli oris
levator labii superioris
orbicularis oris
risorius
138
What are alpha-hydroxy acids and beta hydroxy acids commonly used as?
exfoliants
detergents
preservatives
emulsifiers
139
When should you wash your hands?
before and after a service
only when they are visibly dirty
during a service
anytime you touch anything
140
What is not a function of antioxidants?
preventing wrinkles
reducing the formation of scar tissue
promoting skin healing
promoting the development of free radicals
141
What is NOT a potential consequence of vitamin E deficiency?
muscular atrophy
heart disease
impotency
rickets
142
What type of cleanser is recommended for a sensitive skin treatment?
highly acidic
foaming
detergent-based
gentle
143
How should the vacuum be used on clients?
rapid vertical movements on dry skin
slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin
rapid vertical movements on moistened or damp skin
slow horizontal movements on dry skin
144
What is NOT a contraindication for chemical exfoliation?
pregnancy
herpes simplex
use of photosensitizing medications
oily skin
145
What is an effect of reflexology?
increases lymph drainage
stimulates the skin
increases circulation
prepares the skin for extractions
146
What makeup color intensifies red in the skin?
dark purple
white
light blue
bright green
147
What skin is NOT affected by the supraorbital nerve?
lower eyelid
scalp
forehead
eyebrow
148
What should you do when a conflict arises?
stay close to the situation until the matter is settled
criticize the person with whom you are in conflict
be assertive without being overbearing
speak immediately
149
Where should you perform kneading type movements?
shoulders
forehead
chest
nose
150
What can cause skin conditions?
neither internal or external factors
external factors
both internal and external factors
internal factors

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