What should you do to be successful and maintain client loyalty?

be aware of the amount of pressure you apply to the face

When should you ask the client if you can schedule the next appointment?

after the client has paid for the service and take-home products

What should you do when performing wax treatments?

do a small patch test of the wax product to be used

What is NOT a function of lymph?

supplying nutrients to the skin

What should clients with acne do as part of their home care routine?

use a foaming cleanser with an exfoliant

What do human cells need to grow and reproduce?

ability to eliminate waste products

What should you NOT do when using disinfectants?

place them in unmarked containers

What statement about Fitzpatrick type III skin is true?

The hair and eye color for this skin type vary.

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1
What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine?
helps oxygenate the blood
helps prevent coagulation
generates a warm feeling that has a relaxing effect on the skin
increases cell metabolism
2
Tesla current produces muscle contractions.
False
True
3
Hair becomes easier to remove after it grays.
False
True
4
What is an example of a barrier agent found in many foundations today?
lanolin derivative
stearic acid
water
silicone
5
The best marketing is word of mouth and through people you know.
False
True
6
What is an appropriate size for a wax strip for the underarm area?
3” x 8”
1-1/2” x 5”
1-1/2” x 3”
1/2” x 1”
7
What should you do to be successful and maintain client loyalty?
be aware of the amount of pressure you apply to the face
cool your hands before touching the client’s face
use choppy, inconsistent movements when applying products
provide energetic music for the client’s enjoyment
8
How are elements identified?
by graphic symbols
by letter symbols
by size
by color
9
When should you ask the client if you can schedule the next appointment?
as you are escorting the client to the reception desk
after the client has paid for the service and take-home products
after the client has selected take-home products for purchase
during the client consultation
10
After you clean and disinfect the hot-towel cabinet, its door should be left closed for the night.
False
True
11
What is lash perming?
applying permanent color to the lashes
straightening the lashes
applying temporary color to the lashes
curling the lashes
12
Stimulating the natural oil of the skin is far more beneficial than just applying heavy oils or creams.
True
False
13
High definition makeup is designed to be invisible to high definition cameras.
True
False
14
Clients should be reminded to remove their makeup each night so that it does not clog the follicles.
False
True
15
What is the LAST part of the heart through which blood travels before exiting to travel to all parts of the body?
right ventricle
right atrium
left atrium
left ventricle
16
You should not perform extractions on a client who takes blood thinners.
True
False
17
A pH of less than _______ is not recommended for salon peels.
5.5
6
3
4.5
18
What is the average adult skin cell turnover rate?
28 days
14 days
36 days
82 days
19
What is a treatment goal for mature skin?
hydrating
soothing
calming
drying
20
What color light should appear when using the mushroom electrode of a high-frequency machine on normal to oily skin?
orange
green
violet
pink
21
What should you do when performing wax treatments?
apply wax over a mole to remove any protruding hairs
do a small patch test of the wax product to be used
instruct clients to exfoliate when they get home
use soft wax on the skin under the arms if it is very sensitive
22
What type of mask is recommended for acne?
thermal
sulfur
paraffin
collagen
23
What type of ultraviolet (UV) rays are known as the burning light?
UVD
UVA
UVC
UVB
24
What is NOT a function of lymph?
supplying nutrients to the skin
removing toxins and cellular waste
performing immune functions
bathing the skin cells
25
Massage movements should be focused on using pressure so the direction of blood flow is moved away from the heart.
False
True
26
Desincrustation solution is formulated to be absorbed by the skin.
False
True
27
A statute is a law.
True
False
28
What controls insulin and glucagon production?
adrenal glands
thyroid gland
ovaries or testes
pancreas
29
What is the range of the pH scale?
0 to 10
0 to 14
1 to 10
1 to 14
30
As our bodies grow, the follicle density we are born with does not change, but as we age it decreases.
True
False
31
What should clients with acne do as part of their home care routine?
apply AHA gel and benzoyl peroxide gel at the same time
use moisturizers and sunscreens that contain oil
avoid clay masks
use a foaming cleanser with an exfoliant
32
A light peel is designed to penetrate into the dermis.
True
False
33
What is the unit that measures the amount of an electric current (the number of electrons flowing through a conductor)?
watt
ohm
ampere
volt
34
What do human cells need to grow and reproduce?
adequate supply of nitrogen
extremely dry conditions
ability to eliminate waste products
extremely hot temperatures
35
Metallic electrodes should never be placed directly on the skin.
True
False
36
What is the primary property of sandalwood oil?
healing
stimulating
soothing
astringent
37
What is the most common way that communicable diseases spread?
sneezing
dirty hands
coughing
contaminated water
38
Used lancets should always be wrapped in cotton and throw away in a covered wastebasket.
True
False
39
What should you NOT do when using disinfectants?
wear gloves and safety glasses when mixing them
use tongs to remove implements from them
replace them every day
place them in unmarked containers
40
When performing extractions, you must be careful not to press down too firmly on the client’s nose.
False
True
41
Gel masks should only be used on normal or oily skin.
False
True
42
When removing soft wax, you should pull straight up on the strip.
False
True
43
What statement about Fitzpatrick type III skin is true?
People with this skin type usually have medium to heavy pigmentation.
It is a very uncommon skin type.
The hair and eye color for this skin type vary.
It tans easily and may never burn.
44
What type of solution can be used as a desincrustation fluid for anaphoresis?
isopropyl alcohol and bleach
baking soda and vinegar
baking soda in water
bleach and water
45
Some areas require that you use single-use, throw-away cups instead of washable drinking glasses.
False
True
46
Skin needs to be exfoliated and hydrated for makeup to be applied successfully.
True
False
47
What is NOT a method of electrolysis?
microcurrent
galvanic
blend
thermolysis
48
What body system do vascular lesions involve?
respiratory
endocrine
nervous
circulatory
49
How often should you recommend a series of AHA treatments to clients?
every three to four months
every week
once a month
every six to eight months
50
What is licorice used for?
increasing circulation
aiding the effectiveness of enzyme peels
reducing puffiness of the eyes
treating sensitive skin
51
Moderate amounts of sebaceous oil are necessary for healthy skin and hair.
True
False
52
What is an effect of reflexology?
increases lymph drainage
increases circulation
stimulates the skin
prepares the skin for extractions
53
What should you do when disinfecting the equipment and facial room?
clean all containers with undiluted bleach
turn the table warmer on
use the steamer to clean and disinfect countertops
remove all used items from the inside of the towel warmer
54
What should you do to help keep the workplace healthy and looking its best?
clean fans and humidifiers at least once a week
sweep hair off the floor two or three times a day
store clean and disinfected tools in a clean, uncovered container
use waste receptacles without lids
55
What color light is considered stimulating when using therapeutic lamps for color therapy?
white
purple
green
red
56
What is a characteristic of healthy skin?
dry
slightly acidic
brittle
rough
57
What is an example of a liquid?
ozone
serum
steam
ice
58
What is an example of a device that uses alternating current (AC)?
cordless trimmer
flashlight
cellular telephone
magnifying lamp
59
The atoms of each element are different in structure from the atoms of all other elements.
True
False
60
How many times should a brush machine be used on each area of the face?
eight times or for about eight to 10 seconds
10 times or for about 10 to 20 seconds
five times or for about five to eight seconds
three times or for about three to five seconds
61
Clients should remove any dark clothing that will be under the sheets because it easily collects lint.
False
True
62
What type of tissue is composed of neurons?
epithelial
connective
nerve
muscle
63
Which career requires a knowledge of cosmetic chemistry, makeup and camouflage techniques, and business skills?
salon esthetician
medical aesthetician
esthetics writer
sales manager
64
Where do phytoestrogens come from?
humans
minerals
animals other than humans
plants
65
Estrogen is present in both men and women.
False
True
66
Massage and exfoliation are not recommended for dry skin.
True
False
67
When using an electric blanket, it should always be placed beneath the bed linens, not on top.
True
False
68
All home care includes an analysis of lifestyle to help clients better understand what some of their triggers might be.
False
True
69
Mascara wands and makeup applicators can safely be cleaned, disinfected, and reused.
True
False
70
For what feature should you apply a lighter foundation along the hairline and blend onto the forehead?
receding chin
narrow forehead
protruding forehead
long, heavy chin
71
How long should the exfoliation or mask portion of a facial last?
10 to 15 minutes
two to three minutes
three to five minutes
eight to 10 minutes
72
What is the bottom layer of the epidermis?
stratum spinosum
stratum lucidum
stratum germinativum
stratum corneum
73
Couperose skin benefits from extensive steaming.
False
True
74
It is safe to reuse wax on different clients because heating it kills all microorganisms, rendering it sterile.
True
False
75
It is not appropriate to discuss skin care or waxing with a makeup client.
False
True
76
Why are the acid mantle and barrier function not as healthy in dry skin?
excess of lipids
lack of lipids
lack of water
excess of water
77
Which layer of the epidermis is known as the grainy cells?
stratum granulosum
stratum corneum
stratum spinosum
stratum germinativum
78
What term refers to bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients, targeting their delivery to tissues of the skin?
liposomes
ceramides
lanolin
parabens
79
How should products be stored to make them last longer?
in clear containers in warmer temperatures
in dark containers in cooler temperatures
in dark containers in warmer temperatures
in clear containers in cooler temperatures
80
You should use your fingernails when performing extractions.
False
True
81
What term refers to the strength or intensity of sunlight exposure?
extrinsic
purity
intrinsic
dosage
82
Disinfectants should carry an EPA-registration number and identify the specific organisms they are effective in killing.
False
True
83
What term refers to the simplest form of chemical matter?
atom
element
molecule
cell
84
What color eyes are neutral and can wear any color?
gray
brown
green
blue
85
What is an example of a moderately comedogenic cosmetic ingredient?
linoleic acid
cocoa butter
avocado oil
peanut oil
86
What should you NOT do when waxing a client’s brows?
check the balance, length, width, and arch for the correct brow shape
refrain from tweezing male clients’ brows unless they request it
pluck stray hairs if the client’s brows are uneven or too thin
use a pencil liner to mark the boundary lines
87
Pure oils are powerful and can irritate the skin or the senses if overused.
True
False
88
What exemplified the ideal of beauty in ancient Japan?
hair color
athletes
nail length
geisha
89
Vitamins and minerals are a necessary part of a balanced diet.
False
True
90
Reds can be both warm and cool.
False
True
91
With sunscreen, doubling the SPF from 15 to 30 doubles the protection.
True
False
92
What term refers to a condition of all or part of the body that makes the body incapable of carrying on normal function?
syndrome
virus
disease
disorder
93
What muscle surrounds the upper lip and elevates it, dilating the nostrils?
levator labii superioris
orbicularis oris
risorius
levator anguli oris
94
An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system mistakes a toxic substance for a nontoxic substance.
True
False
95
What is NOT a benefit of honey?
tightening
soothing
toning
hydrating
96
Estheticians only need to be familiar with facial machines if they will be working with them regularly.
False
True
97
What ingredient cools skin, constricts capillaries, has refreshing properties, and contains menthol?
peppermint
lavender
sandalwood
olive
98
Black skin has a greater number of melanocytes than Caucasian skin.
True
False
99
What is an example of a healthy practice?
choosing processed foods whenever possible
grilling or baking rather than steaming or stir-frying
scheduling routine health checks
eating only leafy green vegetables
100
When performing microdermabrasion, you should use as many crystals as possible for optimal results.
False
True

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