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1
Which of the following is light therapy also known as?
Phototherapy
Laser therapy
Heat therapy
Radiotherapy
2
Transepidermal water loss can be prevented through _________.
encouraging osmosis from the lower layers of skin to the upper layers
removing lipids from the surface of the skin
reducing the amount of sebum in the skin
maintaining the natural acid mantle of the skin
3
Among the following choices, acids would MOST likely be used to _________.
soften calloused skin
exfoliate the skin
swell the hair
raise the pH of products
4
Which of the following should you be sure to do when mixing chemicals?
Never use secondary containers, such as spray bottles.
Add the water to the chemical, not the other way around.
Avoid rooms or areas that are well ventilated.
Use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon.
5
One characteristic of Fitzpatrick type 4 skin is that it _________.
is thinner than Fitzpatrick skin types 1 and 2
is more sensitive than Fitzpatrick skin types 1 or 2
is more oily than Fitzpatrick skin type 5 or 6
is more elastic than Fitzpatrick skin types 1 and 2
6
You will need to purchase insurance when you open your own business because?
it protects the general public against auto mishaps in front of your store
it protects your clientele against falls and accidents
it protects your staff against compensation loss for sick days
it protects you against malpractice suits
7
Which of the following is a type of melanin that is red and yellow in color?
Eumelanin
Tyrosinase
Melanosome
Pheomelanin
8
There are _________ elements are known to science today.
108
18
118
81
9
The poles of an electric current are either _________.
positive or negative
direct or alternating
conductive or nonconductive
left or right
10
How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?
Ascending order of predominance
Alphabetical order
Reverse alphabetical order
Descending order of predominance
11
When removing a client's artificial lashes, always _________.
pull out, away from the skin
start from the inner corner
start from the outer corner
remove as quickly as possible
12
What term is best described as a malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries?
Tan
Lentigo
Nevus
Macule
13
A wart is also known as _________.
impetigo
tinea
verruca
herpes
14
_________ are essential for building muscle and blood tissues and for repairing and replacing cells.
Minerals
Fats
Carbohydrates
Proteins
15
Which type of skin would NOT be typically treated with topical probiotics?
Problematic skin
Reactive skin
Dehydrated skin
Sensitive skin
16
What machine is used to create chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis?
Vacuum machine
Galvanic machine
Wood's lamp
Rotary brush
17
Disinfectants are NOT _________.
pesticides
required to have an EPA registration number in order top be used in the spa
able to destroy all bacteria
harmful if absorbed through the skin
18
Who might benefit the most from an oil-based foundation?
A client with oily skin
A client with sensitive skin
A client with blemishes
A client with dry skin
19
Bleach used in the salon or spa must be EPA registered as which of the following?
A disinfectant
A pathogen
A carcinogen
A sterilizer
20
Varicose veins _________.
are a cosmetic irregularity that do not need medical treatment
are sometimes treated with sclerotherapy, a nonsurgical injection into vein
are whitish, pearl-like masses of sebum and dead cells under the skin
are often white, yellow, or flesh-colored
21
What body system do vascular lesions involve?
Endocrine
Respiratory
Nervous
Circulatory
22
_________ is the simplest form of chemical matter.
A liquid
A chemical
A gas
An element
23
What product attracts water to the skin but is typically oil-free?
Night creams
Moisturizers
Hydrators
Treatment creams
24
The lunula is part of the _________.
sweat gland
hair
oil gland
nail
25
What kind of cleanser should be used for a client with combination skin?
Liquid
Cream
Mousse
Gel
26
Which of the following are an example of macules?
Lentigines
White patches
Birthmarks
Freckles
27
Ingestion is _________.
the process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones
the process of eating or taking food into the body
the process of moving food along the digestive tract
the transport of fully digested food into the circulatory system
28
What is a small, flat colored spot on the skin?
Lentigo
Macule
Fissure
Nevus
29
_________ is a good example of an insulator.
Tap water
Steel
Copper
Wood
30
Which of the following is TRUE of solutions?
They are immiscible.
They are surfactants.
They are stable mixtures.
They are usually a solid color.
31
How should your hair be kept as a professional esthetician?
It should be cut short.
It should be kept up and away from your clients at all times.
It should be kept its natural color.
It should not be visible to clients.
32
Herpes zoster is characterized by _________.
clusters of small blisters or crusty lesions filled with bacteria
singly or clustered warts that are flesh colored, brown or black
groups of red blisters that form a rash that occurs in a ring or line
inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness
33
Which of the following is the enzyme that stimulates melanocytes and thus produces melanin?
Tyrosinase
Elastase
Collagen
Glycation
34
What does not protect the skin from the harmful effects of pollution?
Routine cleansing
Foundation products
Growth factor serums
Sun exposure
35
An esthetician is never allowed to _________.
perform laser hair reduction
perform microdermabrasion
inject Botox
use products made with stem cells
36
Alternating current _________.
travels in only one direction
is a rapid, interrupted current
is produced by chemical means
is most often found in batteries
37
The first step in the 10-step consultation method is to _________.
review the intake form
discover and rate the client's preferences
analyze the client's characteristics
perform a needs assessment
38
All EXCEPT which of the following vitamins has significant effects on the skin?
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin B
Vitamin A
39
What type of massage is also known as percussion?
Effleurage
Tapotement
Pétrissage
Vibration
40
Which of the following are BEST defined as hypersensitivity disorders of the immune system?
Viruses
Allergies
Bacteria
Infections
41
Serums are essentially the same product as _________.
moisturizers
exfoliants
ampoules
humectants
42
Knowledge of what system is essential when performing the service of a body wrap?
The circulatory system
The central nervous system
The peripheral nervous system
The endocrine system
43
Which of the following is TRUE of most bacteria?
They are pathogenic.
They are nonpathogenic.
They are contagious.
They are deadly.
44
A tan _________.
is a type of hormonal hyperpigmentation disorder caused by pregnancy
is caused by exposure to the sun
is a malformation of the skin from dilated capillaries
is a skin condition caused by actinic bronzing
45
Which of the following describes the term pseudofolliculitis?
A medical term for persistent itching
Swelling from a fluid imbalance in the cells
A condition aka razor bumps it resembles folliculitis without infection
A sebaceous cyst or subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum
46
Which of the following is considered contact with broken skin, blood, body fluid that is the result of a workers duties?
Standard precaution
Exposure incident
PPE
Efficacy
47
Leg waxing is contraindicated for clients who have _________.
not shaven recently
used an exfoliant in the last 48 hours
ingrown hairs
varicose veins
48
Hydrogen peroxide should never be mixed with bleach because _________.
it dries out hair excessively
it “discolors” more than lightens the hair
it creates a potentially deadly gas
they become unpredictable in their use
49
Which of the following is TRUE of products that are incompatible?
They can be safely mixed with proper precautions.
They are always considered dangerous.
They should never be used on clients.
No two should be stored next to each other.
50
Unlike a full facial, an express facial might _________.
not spend as much time cleansing
focus on the eye contour area alone
not use a mask
focus on extractions alone
51
The word integument means _________.
sweat-producing
sensory percepting
oil-producing
protective covering
52
What are the basic material and building blocks for body tissues?
Lipids
Proteins
Sugars
Carbohydrates
53
A client's skin would be considered healthy if it were _________.
smooth
not too soft
dry to the touch
not acidic
54
Which of the following is TRUE of phenolic disinfectants?
The safest way to dispose of them is down the drain.
They can be safely used on and applied to the skin.
They have a very low pH.
They are known carcinogens.
55
What is the order in which a makeup artist should determine the color selection for a client?
Eye color, skin color, hair color
Hair color, skin color, eye color
Skin color, eye color, hair color
Hair color, eye color, skin color
56
Which ingredient is safest for dry skin?
Licorice
Chamomile
Mineral oil
Salicylic acid
57
Which of the following best describes the term exhalation?
The process of expelling carbon dioxide from the lungs
The process of moving food along the digestive tract
The process of sending blood from the heart to the lungs
The process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones
58
What bones forms the bridge of the nose?
The nasal bones
The malar bones
The zygomatic bones
The lacrimal bones
59
Guidelines for properly storing chemicals do NOT include _________.
to never allow chemicals to sit out
to always lock up chemicals when not in use
to never dispose of chemicals in their original containers
to never haphazardly combine two chemicals
60
In which of the situations would it be safe to, with proper precautions in place, perform a skin service on a client?
When she comes in with a rash
When she comes in with an abrasion
When she comes in with a cold
When she comes in with an open wound
61
Disease-causing microorganisms carried in the body by blood or body fluids, such as hepatitis and HIV are called
bloodborne pathogens
mycobacteria
systemic infections
bloodborne viruses
62
When bracing for applying eyeshadow, use _________.
the front side of the dominant hand, just above the client's brow
the back side of the dominant hand, just above the client's brow
the front side of the dominant hand, at the top of the client's head
the back side of the dominant hand, at the top of the client's head
63
Which item in a treatment room is used for sterilization?
Galvanic machine
UV sanitizer unit
Autoclave
Steamer
64
Immunity against disease is a sign of good health and can be either natural or _________.
unnatural
enhanced
toxic
acquired
65
The purchase of all-in-one machines _________.
is standard for all estheticians
is recommended only for master estheticians
may be more costly in the long run
is recommended for beginning estheticians only
66
Which of the following is capable of igniting and burning?
A mutagen
A combustible
A chemical
A carcinogen
67
The BEST method of prevention for many of the bone and joint pains associated with being an esthetician is _________.
elbow sneezing
adequate hydration
allergy prevention
proper ergonomics
68
Sebaceous hyperplasia _________.
are whitish, pearl-like masses of sebum and dead cells under the skin
is a hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis caused by a virus
results in the eruption of red vesicles and burning, itching skin
is described as doughnut-shaped with an indention in the center
69
An oxidizing agent _________ oxygen.
increases
absorbs
releases
nullifies
70
Infrared light _________.
is galvanic
is visible to the eye
produces heat
is a bluish light
71
Which of the following conditions is caused by blocked follicles?
Hyperkeratosis
Psoriasis
Keratoma
Keratosis pilaris
72
The term hyperkeratosis best fits which of the following descriptions?
The over production of pigment
An acquired thickened patch of epidermis
The thickening of the skin caused by a mass of keratinocytes
Malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries
73
Which of the following is NOT true of staphylococci?
They are routinely found in our environment.
They are among the most common forms of bacteria.
Most strains make us very ill.
They can be picked up on doorknobs or through skin-to-skin contact.
74
Identify the option below that is an external effect on the skin.
Lack of exercise
Free radicals
Vitamin deficiencies
Misuse of products
75
If you plug a steamer into the outlet on the wall and it immediately starts to spark, what should you do?
You should wait for 5 mins to see if sparking stops, then continue using
Youshould unplug steamer and use another iron until that one can be fixed
You should throw the steamer away and immediately call the fire department.
You should unplug steamer and attempt to repair before trying to plug it in
76
What color is eumelanin?
White to brown
Red to yellow
Dark brown to black
Red to black
77
The process of disinfection eliminates _________.
all microorganisms
no microorganisms
most microorganisms
a very small amount of microorganisms
78
What advanced therapeutic technique is used before and after surgery?
Endermology
MLD
Body wraps
Reflexology
79
After the client's inner arm is waxed with soft wax, what step follows?
The client’s outer arm is waxed, starting at the wrist
The client's fingers are waxed
The client's hands are waxed
The client's outer arm is waxed, starting at the elbow
80
Atopic dermatitis is _________.
an acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands
a chronic inflammatory skin disorder of the sebaceous glands
a chronic, relapsing form of dermatitis
an inflammatory, painful, itching disease of the skin
81
When considering the different types of lesions, impetigo is characterized by
a vesicle or group of vesicles on a red, swollen base
thick, brittle, and discolored nails
clusters of small blisters or crusty lesions filled with bacteria
white, brown, or salmon-colored flaky patches
82
Blackheads will likely formed by a product which is _________.
comedogenic
gluten free
hypoallergenic
noncomedogenic
83
Fingernails grow _________.
faster over the summer
an inch per month
faster in the winter months
slower than toenails
84
Which of the following is the BEST advice to listen to when creating your resume?
Make it as long as possible.
Include information that is relevant to the desired position.
Make it complex in order to show sophistication.
Include your first work experiences from long ago.
85
Which of the following is defined as any substance that occupies space and has weight?
Matter
A chemical
A beauty product
Potentially dangerous
86
If you have a conflict with a coworker on the job, you should be willing to _________.
discuss the conflict with others who are not involved
leave the conflict unresolved
resolve the conflict
escalate the conflict if necessary
87
Which of the following is the BEST advice to listen to when creating your resume?
Make it complex in order to show sophistication.
Include information that is relevant to the desired position.
Make it as long as possible.
Include your first work experiences from long ago.
88
Which of the following is one of the two types of parasites commonly encountered in the salon and spa?
Mycobacteria
Pediculous capitis
HIV
Pus
89
What is true of intrinsic effects of hormonal changes on skin over a woman's entire lifetime?
Hormonal changes will be significant only if the woman becomes pregnant
Hormonal changes will increase and become more unpredictable over time
Hormonal changes will not have an intrinsic effect on the skin
Hormonal changes will change her skin in various ways throughout her life
90
How long must a tool be fully submersed in disinfectant if there is no time recommended by manufacturer of disinfectant
10 seconds
10 hours
10 minutes
1 hour
91
The diamond face shape is widest at _________.
cheekbones
chin
forehead
jaw
92
Epithelial tissue _________.
contracts and moves the various parts of the body
provides the pathway for messages to and from the brain
supports, protects, and binds together other tissues of the body
provides a protective covering for body cavities and the surfaces of organs
93
During combustion of a substance, _________ accompanies the rapid oxidation.
an endothermic reaction
an ionization of the substance
neutralization
the production of heat and light
94
First and foremost, an ideal treatment room should be furnished based on _________.
relaxing colors
comfort
health and safety
personal taste
95
When a surface is properly cleaned, the number of contaminants on the surface is _________.
greatly reduced
only slightly reduced
unchanged
zero
96
Makeup artists participating in a test shoot should _________.
not expect to be paid
have at least 3 years professional experience
expect to organize all aspects of the shoot themselves
never share the resulting photos on social media
97
Why are ground fault interrupter (GFI) receptacles placed by all sinks and in all bathrooms in the spa where you work?
GFIs are most useful in spas because appliances heat up
GFIs are most useful in spas because when multiple appliances are in use
GFIs are required wherever direct current is transferred to alternating
GFIs are required in places where shock hazard are likely (sitting water)
98
Someone who is stressed might have an acne breakout because of stimulated _________.
sebaceous glands
adrenal glands
sudoriferous glands
thyroid glands
99
_________ is an example of a compound molecule.
The ozone layer
The oxygen we breathe
Common table salt
Pure nitrogen
100
Both the lymphatic and the circulatory systems _________.
transport blood
have their own pumping mechanisms
carry fluids
destroy disease-causing microorganisms
