ESTI - State Board Practice Exam #1

Which type of tissue contracts, when stimulated, to produce motion?

The eight small bones held together by ligaments to form the wrist are called the:

Superficial chemical peels that generally contain 30% glycolic acid affect:

In which method of electrolysis does the client only feel a tiny "flash" of heat?

What effect will the use of topical steroid medications have on the skin?

An extremely contagious bacterial infection that affects the membrane that lines the eyelids is known as:

What is the smallest particle of a compound that contains all of the chemical properties of that compound?

Which of the conditions below would most likely NOT be a prospective client for camouflage makeup?

The act of exchanging messages without speaking is:

Burns that affect both the epidermis and dermis fall under what category?

If a food source is available, bacteria can thrive in all of the following areas EXCEPT environments that are:

Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Delivery Phase of service?

Crèmes or ointments used to promote rapid cell turnover and exfoliation are referred to as:

The only constant direct current used in electrotherapy treatments is:

Another term used for thoracic vertebrae is:

Which of the following skin types presents small pores that may be medium in size throughout the T-zone?

In order to achieve the greatest amount of contrast, complementary color schemes are:

Hyperpigmentation, acne and increased dryness are all possible side effects of:

For thick or oily skin, the vaporizer should be placed:

Which degree of burn affects only the outer layer of the skin?

An over-production of perspiration caused by excessive heat is known as:

Of the following machines, which acts like a miniature vacuum cleaner to help in deep pore cleansing?

Which of the following are vegetable, mineral or pigment dyes that are added to products to enhance its appearance?

Damage from which type of burn penetrates to the dermis, resulting in redness, swelling and blistering?

Which of the terms listed below is another name for white blood cells?

When installing a fuse do all of the following EXCEPT:

Compared to bacteria, the size of viruses are:

When removing the strip during a waxing procedure, pull skin taut and remove the strip quickly:

Keratinocytes on the surface of the skin remain tightly interconnected by intercellular connections called:

A negatively charged electrode is called a(n):

A highly alkaline solution that liquefies sebum is known as:

A necessary companion piece to the resumé that introduces you to the prospective employer is a:

A simple unit of a carbohydrate is called a:

A makeup application is:

What safety device prevents electrical wires from overheating?

Which of the following is the control center of cell activities?

Apocrine glands are located on all of the following parts of the body EXCEPT the:

Which of the following is NOT a classification of fragrances?

Which of the following machines uses a very aggressive exfoliating procedure that requires advanced training?

Learned behaviors that are reinforced through events in the environment are:

Unhappy clients often don't complain, they:

If a fainting victim does not regain consciousness immediately, what steps need to be taken?

Which of the following descriptions implies fresh water treatments as opposed to salt water?

Efforts to prevent the spread of disease and kill microbes are referred to as:

Which of the following release a hydrogen ion and are positively charged?

What type of mask increases circulation and promotes penetration of nutrients or ingredients applied underneath it?

Varicose veins refers to:

A volt is a unit of electric:

Nerve cells that react to outside stimulation by sending a sensory message to the brain are:

What are the basic units of matter that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by any chemical reaction called?

The first step to prepare the skin for a makeup procedure is to:

Which of the following is an ingredient used to dry, exfoliate and help in killing bacteria?

Continuing education for estheticians can be obtained through all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following terms represents a positively charged electrode?

Which medical term pertains to the study of skin, its structures, functions, diseases and treatments?

What is the body’s largest waste removal system?

Which of the following is NOT a type of sensory cell?

Which of the following helps stimulate blood circulation in the body?

Which of the following items could cause a heat burn?

Which of the following waxes is first allowed to harden, then lifted with the fingers at one end and removed?

The 2001 OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requires the use of:

In which phase of metabolism does the body store water, food and oxygen?

Which of the following oils help destroy bacteria and heal skin eruptions?

A hue with white added is identified by which of the following terms?

A safety device designed to protect the user during the operation of appliances is a:

All of the information listed below could be found on a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) EXCEPT:

Which of the following attachments and speed settings is recommended for dry, sensitive skin?

Cornstarch or powder is used in the waxing procedure to prevent skin from lifting and to:

During which phase of service is the cost of the treatment usually discussed?

Which of the following is a contraindication for a water therapy treatment?

Another word for flagella is:

Which of the following is NOT a main branch of the trifacial nerve?

Which of the following items should be used on tools and implements used to puncture or invade the skin?

All of the following are elements of proper skin care that combine to result in healthy, glowing skin EXCEPT:

Which of the following is the term used to describe a base?

Which of the following is hair that grows on the scalp?

What is the fluid called that circulates through the blood system via muscular contractions?

After completing a basic facial, the esthetician should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following masks is well-suited for oily or acne skin types?

A bleeding wound should be treated by:

Which mastication muscle covers the hinge of the jaw and aids in closing the jaw?

Why should an esthetician recommend quality products for the client to use at home?

What are the basic units of life?

A desincrustation facial treatment utilizes what type of current in conjunction with an alkaline solution?