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1
A device used for sterilization by steam under pressure:
Steamer
Wet sanitizer
Autoclave
Dry sanitizer
2
When applying hot wax, apply:
Against natural hair growth
In the direction of the hair growth
All answers are correct
Opposite the direction of the hair growth
3
The gland that produces sweat is the:
Thyroid gland
Adrenal gland
Sebaceous gland
Sudoriferous Gland
4
The muscular system:
Forms the physical foundation of the body
Circulates the lymph and blood throughout the body
Is made up of a group of ductless glands that produce hormones
Covers, shapes, and hold the skeletal system in place
5
The branch of chemistry that deals with living things (current or past) and contain the element carbon:
Inorganic elements
Organic chemistry
Organic biology
Inorganic chemistry
6
Also known as a “roll-off” mask:
Surfactant
Hydrator
Ampoule
Gommage
7
Which concentrated trac element in sea plants help neutralize free-radical skin damage?
Enzymes
Vitamins
Essential amino acids
Natural antioxidants
8
All of the following cleaning and disinfecting guidelines are true about fan brushes EXCEPT:
Pre-clean with soap and water
Immerse in an approved EPA-registered disinfectant solution
Rinse well
Clean with acetone
9
A neutral oil used to dilute an essential oil is called a(n):
Soothing oil
Carrier oil
Antiseptic oil
Stimulating oil
10
All following are benefits of massage EXCEPT:
Decrease circulation of the blood supply to the skin
Stimulate weak muscles
Increased circulation of the blood supply to the skin
Stimulation of glandular activities of the skin
11
A loupe is a piece of facial treatment equipment also known as a:
Magnifying lamp
Steamer
Hot towel cabinet
Wood’s lamp
12
To avoid discomfort of possible injury, the esthetician must not apply pressure over all of the following areas EXCEPT:
Carotid artery
Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Trachea
Fatty areas
13
Comedowns, papules and a few pustules describe which grade of acne?
Grade 2
Grade 1
Grade 3
Grade 4
14
Which of the following is NOT a receptor of skin sensation?
Thermogenesis
Meissner’s Corpuscles
Krause end Bulbs
Ruffin I’m Corpuscles
15
During which phase of a facial should the products used be incorporated into the client’s home-care routine?
Hydration
Decrease
Increase
Balance
16
How often should a client return to the salon/spa for a facial treatment for healthy skin maintenance?
Every 2 week
Every 4 months
Every 4 week
Every 2 months
17
Skin that does not produce enough oil is also known as:
Anemic skin
Alipidic skin
Seborrhea skin
Lipidic skin
18
When using eye shadow from a container, it is important to:
Spray applicator with barbicide before dipping into the product itself.
Use one applicator per client so you don’t waste them.
Use a spatula to remove the needed amount of product.
Remember to put the applicator back with the container.
19
Store disinfected tools and multi-use supplies in a:
Clean, wet, open container
Dry, open container
Clean, dry, covered container
Wet, covered container
20
Business ownership where two or more people share the responsibility of the company’s profits and debts:
Booth rental
Partnership
Sole Proprietor
Corporation
21
A thick cream or salve made from the combination of herbs and petroleum is called?
Ointment
Active ingredient
Glucoside
Tincture
22
A color primer or concealer can be used to:
Color the skin tone to appear darker
Emphasize unwanted features
Counteract unwanted undertones in the natural skin
None of the answers are correct
23
Ingredients should be listed in:
Order of how well it treats a specific need
Alphabetical order
Order of their concentration within the product
In order of
24
What is the proper way to dispose of unused chemical exfoliants?
Saturate with baking soda then place in the trash
Place it back into chemical exfoliant container
Apply de-greasing product then place in the trash
Wash it down then drain
25
The term that describes the process by which the skin produces new cells that travel from the dermis to the epidermis is
Cell mitosis turnover
Cell renewal factor
Turnover cell regeneration
Cell mitosis
26
After performing extractions, you should apply a/an:
Antiseptic
Lotion
Cleanser
Mask
27
A contraindication to chemical exfoliation is:
Wrinkles
A and B are correct
Hydrated skin
Pregnancy
28
The electromagnetic radiation that we can see:
Infrared radiation
Invisible light
Visible light
Ultraviolet radiation
29
Anything that occupies space:
Plasma
Elements
Matter
Ions
30
Conditions that prevent treatment are referred to as:
Contra-actions
Contraindications
Cautions
Concerns
31
If the nose is too wide, you can do corrective makeup by:
Diverting attention to the eye area
Applying dark lipstick to the lips
Contouring the sides of the nose
Highlighting the sides of the nose
32
Which of the following ingredients is used to dry, exfoliate and help in killing bacteria?
Benzoyl Peroxide
Metrogel
Vitamin C
Androgen
33
Salicylic acid is a/an:
Beta Hydroxy Acid
Glycolic Acid
Tartaric Acid
Alpha Hydroxy Acid
34
Cleansing creams are designed to cleanse the skin and:
Produce sebum
Remove makeup
Block sun rays
Open pores
35
Which of the following actions is a recommended guideline for an acne facial treatment?
Use mechanical exfoliation on inflamed acne
Extract papules
Do not try to extract papules
36
Seborrhea is:
Lighter pigments in the skin
Darker pigments in the skin
Oiliness of the skin
Dryness of the skin
37
Which electrode is held by a client to create a circuit?
Sparking electrode
Grounding bar electrode
Mushroom electrode
Grounding pad electrode
38
What are the basic forms of matter?
Solid, liquid, and gas
Solids both soft and hard
Gas, semi-hard solid and liquid
Liquid and gas
39
Hypopigmentation results in:
Darker pigments in the skin
Lighter pigments in the skin
Dryness of the skin
Oiliness of the skin
40
Beneficial effects of direct high frequency include all of the following examples EXCEPT:
Stimulates surface tissue
Induces relaxation
Reduces inflammation after hair removal
Helps heal existing papules and pustules
41
A clay mask is beneficial for which skin condition?
Wrinkled, dry skin
Oily, acne-prone skin
Swollen, inflamed skin
Red, dry skin
42
Acid balanced means the solution is balanced between this range:
4.5-9
4.5-5.5
2.2-5.5
7.1-12.2
43
Toners are primarily used for:
Dehydration
Moisturizing
Firming
pH balancing and hydration
44
What grade of acne would require a physician’s consent prior to servicing the client?
Grade 3/4
Grade 2
Grade 1/2
Grade 1
45
If we look at our skin, the layer of skin we will see is the?
Stratum spinosum
Stratum Granulosum
Stratum Lucidum
Stratum Corneum
46
A light-pressure massage used to remove waste from the body that also helps with edema, erythema, and puffiness is known
Shiatsu
Manual lymph drainage (MLD)
Acupressure
Scalp massage
47
Recommending professional products for your client’s to use at home:
Advertising
Promotion
Retailing
Upselling
48
Which layer of the skin’s permeability barrier prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL) ?
Stratum basale
Stratum lucidum
Adipose
Acid mantle
49
The only two essential oils suitable for direct contact with the skin are:
Rose and peppermint
Lavender and tea tree
Chamomile and lemo
Eucalyptus and orange
50
How should facial treatment device equipment be disinfected?
Clean with soap and water
Wipe down with an approved EPA-registered disinfectant spray or wipe
Immerse in approved EPA-registered disinfectant
Wipe with clean damp towel
51
Overexposure to the sun may cause:
Scabs
Basal cell Carcinoma
Skin tags
Verrucas
52
When performing a pre-cleanse, remove them face makeup starting at the upper chest and work:
Downward
Side to side
In a circular pattern
Upward
53
How long after performing a chemical exfoliation or microdermabrasion service should follow up be completed?
26 to 32 hours
12 to 24 hours
48 to 72 hours
8 to 10 hours
54
While reviewing her client’s medication list, Naomi noticed her client takes Accutane, What should Naomi’s do?
Call 911
Avoid treatment
Pretend she didn’t see it
Proceed with treatment without cautions
55
This uses a Tesla current, has a relaxing or stimulating effect on the skin and also acts as an antiseptic:
Faradic machine
Galvanic machine
Sinusoidal machine
High frequency machine