All of the following are true regarding medical esthetics courses EXCEPT:

provides a formal license to practice medical esthetics

All of the following statements about amino acids are true EXCEPT:

they dissolve and break down large molecules

Which of the following statements is NOT true about chemical exfoliants?

have rougher texture than mechanical exfoliants

All of the following statements about solutions are true EXCEPT:

the solid part is called the solvent

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1
Estimate of what you think you will earn in revenues & think you will pay out in expenses is :
tax
projection
operating expense
income
2
A light, relaxing, smooth, gentle, stroking or circular movement used in massage is known as
tapotement
friction
petrissage
effleurage
3
Which of the following nerve branches extends to the muscles of the chin and lower lip?
auricular
mandibular
zygomatic
buccal
4
Title given to a form of operating agreement in which a fee is paid to a parent corporation?
franchise
partnership
entity
corporation
5
Which of the following types of cells connect the dermis to the epidermis?
langerhans
adipose
hemidesmosomes
basal
6
All of the following are true regarding medical esthetics courses EXCEPT:
certifies the esthetician has met the goals of the course
courses may include hands-on training
courses may last one or two weeks
provides a formal license to practice medical esthetics
7
When performing extractions, gently apply:
pressure from only one side
downward pressure
firm pressure
upward pressure
8
Chemical process by which cells receive nutrients for cell growth and reproduction is known as:
metabolism
indirect division
cell division
osteology
9
The skin condition that displays fine dilated capillaries is known as
acne
couperose
oily
dehydration
10
The nerve that extends to the ear and to the area from the top of the head to the temple is
mental
auriculo temporal
nasal
supratrochlear
11
Which is an AC current that is interrupted to produce a mechanical, non chemical reaction?
Sinusoidal Current
High Frequency Current
Faradic Current
Galvanic Current
12
hair removal technique applying a paste to the surface of the skin in a rolling motion?
sugaring
laser treatments
tweezing
depilation
13
Thousands of amino acids connected lengthwise are known as a:
polypeptide chain
peptide chain
monomer
polymer
14
Of the following areas, where should wax NEVER be applied?
eyebrows
nipples
breasts
back
15
More electrical current flowing through a line than the line is designed to carry is called :
spark gap
power box
cathode
overload
16
When performing a facial treatment on a male client, pay special attention to the:
beard area
nose area
forehead area
lip area
17
Gloves are required during which of the following procedures
cleansing
extractions
massage
makeup applications
18
All of the following statements about amino acids are true EXCEPT:
they dissolve and break down large molecules
they join together in chains to form proteins
there are 22 common amino acids
they consist of carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen
19
Contagious, potentially fatal infection caused by airborne bacteria that 1st affects the lungs
tuberculosis
chickenpox
AIDS
Hepatitis B
20
Which of the following organs is where digestion occurs?
kidneys
intestines
esophagus
stomach
21
skin condition caused by overactivity of sebaceous glands- generally occurs during adolescence
herpes
acne
mumps
rosacea
22
Which should be used on tools and implements used to puncture or invade the skin?
antiseptics
broad-spectrum disinfectant
antibacterial soaps
liquid sterilant
23
The forearm bone located on the little finger side is the:
femur
radius
ulna
humerus
24
A fibrous protein that helps prevent the skin from sagging is called:
melanosomes
elastin
keloids
antigens
25
The main nerve branch to the middle 1/3 of the face is the:
posterior auricular branch
maxillary branch
mandibular branch
opthalmic branch
26
The science that studies relationships between people and their work environment is called:
workology
ergonomics
ecology
ergoscience
27
In the event of a fire that results from electrical overload you should NOT:
extinguish with water
turn off the circuit
extinguish with fire extinguisher according to instructions
call the fire department if the fire is beyond your control
28
Drawing a line beyond the natural fullness of the lip using lip liner creates a fuller look for
full bottom lips
uneven lips
eyes
thin lips
29
The heart, arteries, veins and capillaries are all part of the:
muscular system
lymph vascular system
cardiovascular system
respiratory system
30
The practice of visiting competitors to compare their business practices to your own is?
selling
lifelong learning
comparison shopping
communicating
31
Two key words to describe good teamwork are:
consideration and cooperation
habits and communication
tact and personality
ethics and selfishness
32
When electrode held by the esthetician is in positive mode, the reaction on the skin will be:
Sinusoidal
alkaline
acidic
Firadic
33
A three-wire system designed to protect the user during the operation of appliances is a(n):
grounding wire
load
conductor
power box
34
The subcutaneous layer of the skin is composed primarily of which type of tissue?
corium
subcutis
cuticle
adipose
35
Which of the following systems is NOT controlled by the autonomic nervous system?
peripheral nervous system
excretory system
digestive system
respiratory system
36
The branch of the facial nerve that extends to the muscles of the temple
temporal
buccal
digital
facial
37
The process of removing hair from the follicle is referred to as:
shaving
depilation
chemical depilatory
epilation
38
Which of the following terms is the act of exchanging ideas, thoughts or feelings?
habits
attitude
communication
rapport
39
Which of the following statements is NOT true about chemical exfoliants?
effective for deep-pore cleansing
work with other ingredients to cause a reaction
contain an enzyme or alpha hydroxy acid
have rougher texture than mechanical exfoliants
40
Which type of peel often causes the skin to lose its ability to create pigment
TCA
collagen
light peel
phenol
41
Which sales promo gives a client a discount or free gift if they refer a friend to you?
monthly
co-op
referral
seasonal
42
automated spraying device, helps achieve more thorough cleansing or toning after extraction
suction machine
carbonic gas spray
spray machine
facial steamer
43
The first and longest phase where hair actively grows is called:
anagen phase
completion phase
catagen phase
telogen phase
44
All of the following statements about solutions are true EXCEPT:
the dissolved part is called the solute
cosmetic products tend to use water as the solvent
the solid part is called the solvent
organic substances are not soluble in water
45
Which receptor is responsible for reporting light pressure and cold?
Ruffini's Corpuscles
Meissner's Corpuscles
Krause's End Bulbs
Pacinian Corpuscles
46
Storage of waste for eventual elimination is in the:
pharynx
large intestine
small intestine
stomach
47
Which type of burn is usually the result of faulty equipment or improper use of equipment?
chemical burn
electrical burn
exfoliant burn
heat burn
48
Insurance types used to protect the owner from financial loss for employee negligence?
premise insurance
malpractice insurance
property insurance
product liability
49
Which of the following refers to the medicinal use of plants?
hydrotherapy
algotherapy
aromatherapy
phytotherapy
50
Which massage movement is carried out with the pads of the fingertips or the palms of the hands
chucking
petrissage
effleurage
wringing
51
What machine is used to sterilize surgical instruments with high-pressure and high-temp vapors?
chemiclave
UV light sterilizer
autoclave
waste receptacle
52
vascular disorder characterized by flushed redness, dilated capillaries and small red bumps?
acne
rosacea
couperose
dehydration
53
The clinical term for bruising of the skin is:
conjunctivitis
ecchymosis
erythema
scarring
54
phase in which the hair sheds, the follicle rests and prepares to resume to the anagen phase?
telogen
anagen
interphase
catagen
55
best foundation choice to make when the skin on the neck is lighter than the skin on the face?
use a shade in between the two
match skin on face
use darker shade on face
match skin on neck
56
What delivers air directly to the lungs?
the larynx
the thorax
the trachea
the bronchi
57
Info an applicant is required to provide on a resumé include all of the following EXCEPT:
previous employment
educational background
ethnicity
name
58
The primary goal when applying makeup is to:
apply heavy concealers and foundations to camouflage acne
enhance and improve client's appearance
try to sell products to the client
introduce new colors and products to the client
59
Small vessels that take nutrients & O2 from arteries to cells & take waste from cells to veins
plasma
veins
capillaries
arteries
60
High Frequency method creates more powerful ozone effect by lifting electrode away from skin
sebum gap
sparking
argon effect
quartz treatment
61
Which of the following is always caused by excess androgen produced in the adrenal glands?
acne
rosacea
couperose
dehydration
62
Lymph functions include all of the following EXCEPT:
nourishes parts of the body not reached by blood
prevents backward blood flow in veins
filters the blood by removing toxins
defends the body against infection
63
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Delivery Phase of service?
attaining results that satisfy the client’s needs
educating the client and explaining what is taking place
scheduling the client’s next appointment
ensuring client comfort during the service
64
Added to a product to prevent small particles from settling
botanicals
emollients
humectants
thickeners
65
What type of immunity does a newborn baby acquire from it's mother?
passive immunity
passive inflammation
active immunity
active inflammation
66
Which are pus-forming bacterial cells that are present in abscesses, pustules and boils?
staphylococci
diplococci
streptococci
spirilla
67
An alternating current that produces a mechanical effect is a(n):
Sinusoidal Current
Galvanic Current
Faradic Current
High Frequency Current
68
Products that contain grainy ingredients that are used to remove dead skin cells are known as
manual exfoliants
creme's
masks
moisturizers
69
The first step to prepare the skin for a makeup procedure is :
washing and sanitizing hands
apply toner
apply moisturizer
apply eye crème
70
What is the lowest level and foundation of an infection-control program?
sterilization
microdermabrasion
disinfection
sanitation
71
Which of the following machines uses UV light to kill bacteria in a dry setting?
steam autoclave
UV light sterilizer
high-pressure chemiclave
ultrasonic cleaner
72
Labels on all disinfectants that inform the user about organisms product is effective against
bar codes
directions
brand names
efficacy labels
73
Disease-producing bacteria are called:
pathogenic bacteria
microbes
nonpathogenic bacteria
virus
74
How many milliamperes equal one ampere?
10
1000
10000
100
75
A germicide which can kill bacteria that causes skin infections is known as:
UVB Rays
UV Light
UVA Rays
Infrared Light
76
All of the following are considered methods for finding a job EXCEPT:
investigate websites of skin care product companies
talking to other estheticians
talk to distributor sales consultants
mail out resume with or without a cover letter
77
Handling clients with tact is:
offensive to the client
detrimental to the client’s confidence in the esthetician
very important in building professional relationships
not important in building professional relationships
78
Spiraled, coiled, corkscrew-shaped bacterial cells that cause highly contagious diseases?
staphylococci
spirilla
bacilli
streptococci
79
To prepare the client's skin for a waxing procedure, apply a(n):
soothing gel
alkaline solution
antiseptic
depilatory
80
Which of the following may contain salts such as calcium and magnesium?
soft water
glucose
hard water
moisturizers
81
name given to medications that are taken orally and travel through the body in the bloodstream
secretive
systemic
addictive
topical
82
An inflammation that causes severe itching, usually on undamaged skin, is known as:
dermatitis
dermatitis venenata
hyperkeratosis
pruritus
83
Halitosis refers to:
poor hygiene
disease
bad breath
underarm odor
84
Withholding tax that is a planned savings/retirement fund for every worker in the U.S. is
social security tax
sales tax
income tax
property tax
85
foul-smelling perspiration caused by the yeast and bacteria that break down sweat on the skin
bromidrosis
malaria rubra
hyperhidrosis
anihidrosis
86
The stage in which the hair begins to destroy itself as it disconnects from the papilla is:
anagen
interphase
telogen
catagen
87
Which are porous products used in the skin care center that CANNOT be properly disinfected?
lancets and tweezers
probes and extractors
tweezers and extractors
sponges and disposable files
88
The makeup product that can be used to visually correct imperfections in lip shape is a:
lip toner
lip gloss
lip liner
lip primer
89
The facial skeleton that encloses and protects the brain and primary sensory organs is
pelvis
ulna
ribs
skull
90
mechanical abrasion of the epidermis, due to scratching insect bites, scabs or acne is known as
excoriation
papule
pustule
macule
91
acquired skin disease characterized by white patches caused by a loss of pigment
vitiligo
leukoderma
albinism
lentigo
92
The purpose of lip liner is to:
add texture and fullness to the lips
define or correct the shape of the lips
add high shine to the lips
add color to the lips
93
The auricularis superior muscle is located:
in front of the ear
behind the ear
below the ear
above the ear
94
often the first contact a client has with you and your place of business?
newspaper
telephone
radio ad
brochure
95
In which phase of metabolism does the body store water, food and oxygen?
anabolism
metabolism
catabolism
cannibalism
96
What is secreted by the salivary glands to break down food?
nephrons
pharynx
villi
enzymes
97
Superficial chemical peels that generally contain 30% glycolic acid affect:
only the epidermis
the dermis and the epidermis
all layers of the skin
only the dermis
98
How should blush be applied to achieve a soft, subtle effect?
apple of the cheek blending into the temple
apple of the cheek and no further down than tip of the nose
fleshy part of the cheek & extending beyond end of the nose
fleshy part of the cheek, across the cheek next to the nose

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