What are the three components of the three-part procedure?

pre-service, actual service, and post-service

What do you do during a standard facial massage when your fingers reach the client’s temple?

pause for a moment and apply slight pressure

What is NOT a benefit of using Tesla high-frequency current?

decreases elimination and absorption

What should you NOT do when using disinfectants?

place them in unmarked containers

What is not a function of antioxidants?

promoting the development of free radicals

What is NOT an example of a common promotion strategy?

offer sales promotions for an unlimited time

What statement about phenolic disinfectants is true?

they are a form of formaldehyde

What is an example of a healthy practice?

scheduling routine health checks

What is not one of the golden rules of human relations?

bear down and work harder when overwhelmed

When should the client intake form be mentioned to the client?

when the client schedules the appointment

How should the vacuum be used on clients?

slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin

What should you do with soiled gloves?

seal them in plastic bag and place it in a covered waste bin

What should you do to protect yourself and your employer from liability issues?

review procedure with client before beginning

What should you do to maintain good standing posture?

balance neck directly above shoulders

What is NOT important to keeping a business running smoothly?

maintaining an antagonist relationship with employees

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1
What are the three components of the three-part procedure?
pre-service, actual service, and post-service
introductory service, secondary service, and primary service
primary service, consultation, and post service
cleaning, consulting, and treatinig
2
What food should estheticians avoid during work house because its odor can linger?
bread
apple
carrot
onion
3
What do you do during a standard facial massage when your fingers reach the client’s temple?
start a crisscross stroking movement down to the cheeks
pause for a moment and apply slight pressure
immediately stop the massage
remove your hands from the face and begin a shoulder massage
4
What is NOT a benefit of using Tesla high-frequency current?
increases metabolism
improves germicidal action
decreases elimination and absorption
relieves congestion
5
What is not an example of an ingredient recommended for use on mature skin and rosacea?
squalene oil
guarana
rosemary oil
green tea
6
What should you NOT do when using disinfectants?
use tongs to remove implements from them
replace them every day
place them in unmarked containers
wear gloves and safety glasses when mixing them
7
What is the most durable type of brush handle commonly available?
plastic
steel
cardboard
wood
8
Where were makeup and shoy clothing encouraged during the Victorian Age?
royal gatherings
theaters
marketplaces
at home
9
What product is applied last when performing a basic facial?
toner or astringent
moisturizer or sunscreen
wax or sugar solution
mask or wrap
10
Where should you apply paraffin wax to test its temperature?
inside of your wrist
inside of the client's wrist
back of the client's hand
back of your hand
11
How are weekly and monthly financial reports commonly used?
to identify the bank with which you should do business
to determine annual income taxes
to determine which job candidate to hire
to gauge promotional efforts
12
What is not a function of antioxidants?
promoting the development of free radicals
preventing wrinkles
reducing the formation of scar tissue
promoting skin healing
13
What type of food contains vitamin-B-6 (pyridoxine)?
milk products
legumes
fish
leafy green vegetables
14
What are the main types of surfactants used in skin-cleansing products?
fatty acids
fatty alcohols
detergents
emulsifiers
15
What is NOT an example of a common promotion strategy?
endorse frequent buyer programs
give clients a discount during their birthday month
offer sales promotions for an unlimited time
add value to services on slow days
16
How many extra minutes should you schedule for a client's first visit?
25
10
5
15
17
What statement about phenolic disinfectants is true?
it is safe to apply them to skin
they are a form of formaldehyde
It is environmentally safe to pour them down the drain
they have a very low pH
18
What type of light is a combination of all the visible rays of the spectrum?
white
infrared
yellow
black
19
What is a characteristic of healthy skin?
slightly acidic
dry
rough
brittle
20
For what feature do you apply a lighter foundation at the hairline and blend onto the forehead?
long, heavy chin
narrow forehead
receding chin
protruding forehead
21
A ____is an abnormal condition that makes the body incapable of functioning normally?
disorder
virus
syndrome
disease
22
What is an example of a healthy practice?
choosing processed foods whenever possible
grilling or baking rather than steaming or stir-frying
eating only leafy green vegetables
scheduling routine health checks
23
Where are the thalamus and hypothalamus found?
cerebellum
cerebrum
brain stem
diencephalon
24
What type of mask is recommended for acne?
sulfur
thermal
collagen
paraffin
25
What is not one of the golden rules of human relations?
make amends when you're wrong
bear down and work harder when overwhelmed
learn to forgive yourself and others
think twice before impulsively reacting
26
What is an example of a good insulator?
rubber
copper
water
iron
27
What type of skin has a blue-white appearance under a Wood’s Lamp?
oily skin
normal, healthy skin
hyperpigmented skin
skin with a thick corneum
28
When should the client intake form be mentioned to the client?
when the client schedules the appointment
after the appointment
during the appointment
when the client comes in for the appointment
29
How should the vacuum be used on clients?
slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin
slow horizontal movements on dry skin
rapid vertical movements on dry skin
rapid vertical movements on moistened or damp skin
30
Where are sebaceous filaments often found?
nose
chin
back of the next
ears
31
What color will thin or dehydrated skin appear as under a Wood’s Lamp?
orange
green
yellow
light violet
32
What makeup color intensifies red in the skin?
bright green
light blue
white
dark purple
33
How many times should you rinse the skin after removing a chemical exfoliant?
once
no more than four times
at least six times
at least three times
34
What should you do with soiled gloves?
ball them up and insert them into a biohazard container
seal them in plastic bag and place it in a covered waste bin
clean and disinfect them for later use
throw them directly into a covered waste container
35
What type of tissue is composed of neurons?
nerve
muscle
epithelial
connective
36
What should you do to protect yourself and your employer from liability issues?
if a problem arises, try to cover it up
never administer a patch test
require clients to sign consent form on the first visit only
review procedure with client before beginning
37
What type of water should be used in the steamer?
mineral
carbonated
tap
distilled
38
How long should the exfoliation or mask portion of a facial last?
3-5 minutes
10-15 minutes
8-10 minutes
2-3 minutes
39
What is the most common way tgat communicable diseases spread?
sneezing
contaminated water
coughing
dirty hands
40
What step comes next after softening the client's skin with steam in a facial?
mask
extractions
review of contraindication
massage
41
What should you do to maintain good standing posture?
scrunch shoulders
lock your knees
balance neck directly above shoulders
arch back
42
What skin is NOT affected by the supraorbital nerve?
eyebrow
scalp
forehead
lower eyelid
43
Where should you perform kneading type movements?
forehead
chest
nose
shoulders
44
What is a characteristic of short wavelengths?
penetrate less
low frequency
have less energy
fewer waves per length
45
What can you do to begin your journey of success now?
cut back on sleep to focus more on work
visualization
incorporate personal life into work
build on weakness, forego strengths
46
What color LED is used to reduce hyperpigmentation?
red
yellow
green
blue
47
What body system do vascular lesions involve?
nervous
respiratory
circulatory
endocrine
48
What mineral helps control fluid balance & activity of heart muscle,kidneys, & nervous system?
iron
potassium
manganese
zinc
49
What are alpha-hydroxy acids and beta hydroxy acids commonly used as?
detergents
preservatives
exfoliants
emulsifiers
50
What are the basic material and building blocks for body tissues?
lipids
sugars
proteins
carbohydrates
51
What is NOT important to keeping a business running smoothly?
managing finances well
developing solid business management skills
maintaining an antagonist relationship with employees
developing positive customer relations
52
What term refers to the strength or intensity of sunlight exposure?
intrinsic
dosage
extrinsic
purity
53
What is an example of an active problem solving word?
be
exist
forget
create
54
What is NOT one of the most common skin condition estheticians see today?
problems from hormonal fluctuations
actinic aging
vitiligo
adult acne
55
What parts of the body are usually bare for facials?
back and torso
arms and chest
arms and legs
neck and shoulders
56
What should you do when communicating with fellow staffers?
be dishonest to paint yourself in the best light
remain objective
pick sides when coworkers argue
refrain from seeking help when at odds with a coworker
57
What is an example of a beneficial ingredient for mature or sensitive skin?
citric acid
salicylic acid
aloe vera
mulberry extract
58
What portion of the facial lasts the longest?
massage
cleansing
consultation
extractions
59
What type of cleanser is recommended for a sensitive skin treatment?
detergent-based
gentle
highly acidic
foaming
60
How often should clients exfoliate at home?
twice a day
3-4 times a week
once a day
1-2 times a week
61
What should you do at an interview?
bring coffee for mental alertness
chew gum for fresh breath
frame your answers in a positive context
lean on employer's desk to show interest
62
What type of lesions are lesions in the early stages of development change?
tertiary
secondary
vascular
primary
63
When is the Dr Jacquet movement performed as part of a facial treatment?
after extractions
before cleansing
after cleansing
after desincrustation
64
What color LED is used to improve elastin production in the skin?
yellow
red
green
blue
65
Where do steatomas usually appear?
arms, legs, and torso
face, neck, and chest
shoulders, back and chest
scalp, neck and back
66
What is not part of your physical presentation?
posture
mood
walk
movements
67
What should you look for when selecting a location for your business?
location with low visibility
location that is easy to get to
large distance from other businesses
low foot traffic
68
What should you do when a conflict arises?
be assertive without being overbearing
stay close to the situation until the matter is settled
criticize the person with whom you are in conflict
speak immediately
69
For what type of lips should you outline both the upper and lower lips
large, full lips
pointed or cupid bow upper lip
uneven lips
small mouth and lips
70
What is an effect of reflexology?
increases lymph drainage
increases circulation
prepares the skin for extractions
stimulates the skin
71
What is the main external cause of aging?
free radicals
pollution
genetics
sun damage
72
What is an example of a noncomedegenic ingredient?
olive oil
sunflower oil
petrolatum
tocopherol
73
What should you do after stopping the service when a client is accidentally cut and bleeds?
put on gloves
apply a bandage
clean the wound with an antiseptic wipe
apply pressure to the wound
74
What is the SHORTEST length that you should trim hair before waxing?
1/2 inch
1 inch
1/4 inch
3/4 inch
75
What should you do after cleansing a brush?
pull on the bristles as you rinse it
spread the bristles apart as widely as possible for drying
store it in an uncovered container when it is clean and dry
cover it with a towel while drying
76
What is a treatment goal for mature skin?
hydrating
calming
soothing
drying
77
What is NOT a benefit to operating a business as a partnership?
greater pool of skills and talent to draw from
increased capital for investment
no liability for the debts of another partner
shared responsibilities
78
What is a characteristic of suspensions?
stable mixture
slightly miscible
small particles
usually clear
79
Who used cosmetics for personal use, religious ceremonies and burial preparation?
Hebrews
Asians
Romans
Egyptians
80
Where on the eye should you start when removing artificial eyelashes?
middle
both corners simultaneously
inner corner
outer corner
81
What ingredient cools, constricts capillaries, has refreshing properties and contains menthol?
peppermint
sandalwood
olive
lavender
82
Where should you study?
quiet library
back of the classroom during class
school cafeteria during lunch
on a bus
83
What is the main disadvantage of soft wax?
does not adhere to hair as well as hard wax
can irritate the skin
is less effective than hard wax for removing stubborn hair
feels cold on the skin
84
What type of lesions change the structures of tissues and organs?
primary
vascular
tertiary
secondary
85
What can cause skin conditions?
neither internal or external factors
both internal and external factors
internal factors
external factors
86
What is NOT a method by which the body maintains thermoregulation?
insulation
radiation
perspiration
absorption
87
A pH of less than _______ is not recommended for salon peels.
6.0
4.5
5.5
3.0
88
What muscle surrounds the upper lip and elevates it, dilating the nostrils?
orbicularis oris
levator anguli oris
risorius
levator labii superioris
89
What is an example of a moderately comedogenic ingredient?
cocoa butter
avocado oil
peanut oil
lanolic acid
90
Where do phytoestrogens come from?
humans
minerals
animals other than humans
plants
91
What is it called when a chemical changes its state but not its composition?
chemical change
homeostasis
peristalsis
physical change
92
What is a primary property of eucalyptus?
healing
moisturizing
aromatic
stimulating
93
What is an example of a liquid?
ozone
ice
steam
serum
94
What is NOT a common use for airbrush makeup?
washable tattoos
restorative makeup for the deceased
hair and nail art application
theatrical makeup
95
What question should you ask clients about their lifestyle during the consultation?
are you generally a happy person
what is your occupation
what is your Fitzpatrick Type
how is your spousal relationship
96
What should you do after checking the water level on the steamer when preparing for a facial?
throw away any disposables used during the previous service
change the bed or treatment chair linens
replace any disposable implements you may need
clean/disinfect machine parts used during the service before
97
When people are secure, how do they feel?
confident
worried
anxious
overwhelmed
98
What is an example of an organic substance?
plastic
glass
iron
pure water
99
What is NOT a potential consequence of vitamin E deficiency?
muscular atrophy
rickets
heart disease
impotency
100
What type of skin is characterized by fragile, thin skin and redness?
dry
combination
oily
sensitive
101
Where are you likely to find licensed massage therapists working today?
parks
bus stations
airports
supermarkets
102
What part of the nervous system controls the involuntary muscles?
peripheral nervous system
autonomic nervous system
central nervous system
biologic nervous system
103
What is NOT a topic about which you should plan to be asked during an interview?
your plan for meeting sales goals
your retail sales philosophy
your marital status
your ability to be a team player
104
Who holds the tube electrode with an indirect method of application for high-frequency current?
esthetician
client
neither the esthetician nor the client
both the esthetician and client
105
What's the first thing you do in a facial, after completing the pre-service procedure?
cleanse your hands and apply warm towels
perform extractions
analyze the client's skin
cleanse the client's skin
106
What is an important factor to consider when purchasing equipment for your salon?
durability
cost of developing marketing materials
date of installation
location of the manufacturer
107
What type of muscle functions automatically,involuntarily,and is found in the digestive system?
skeletal
cardiac
nonstriated
voluntary
108
What should you do when a situation with a client is beyond your control?
allow the client to control the conversation
place blame on the client
save face by whatever means necessary
communicate past the issue
109
What is NOT a way in which skin care professionals promote good public relations?
develop good employee relations
develop good relations
promote excellent service
place ads in local newspapers
110
What statement about skin cleansers is true?
should be used after other treatment products have been used
they cause makeup and dirt to "cake" and sink into the pores
they never contain emollients
they may contain ingredients to counteract skin problems
111
What is the main method of depilation?
chemical depilatory
threading
shaving
tweezing
112
This refers to closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsule ingredients for targeted delivery?
ceramides
liposomes
lanolin
parabens
113
What is NOT a reason to use a contour color when applying eye shadow?
to define the eyelash
to even out the skin tone on the eye
to minimize a specific area
to create contour in a crease
114
What should you use to remove implements from the container or disinfectant solution?
bare hand
brush handle
tongs
gloved hand
115
What is the most commonly used cosmetic ingredient?
essential oil
mineral oil
water
talc
116
How do light lip colors affect the appearance of the lips?
make them seem smoother
make them seem larger
make them seem more textured
make them seem smaller
117
What is NOT a recommended mineral makeup ingredient?
iron oxide
titanium dioxide
iron oxide
talc
118
How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?
alphabetical order
reverse alphabetical order
ascending order of predominance
descending order of predominance
119
What do human cells need to grow and reproduce?
adequate supply of nitrogen
extremely hot temperatures
extremely dry conditions
ability to eliminate waste products
120
What is eumelanin?
red to yellow
gray to white
green to blue
dark brown to black
121
How far should steam be kept from the face when you are using a steamer?
15-18 inches
20-22 inches
8-10 inches
15-18 inches
122
The part of the muscle which is the movable attachment and farthest from the skeleton is
origin
pit
insertion
belly
123
What is not a focus of skin analysis?
any skin conditions the client has
client's skin type
skin care products the client uses at home
visible appearance of the client's skin
124
How long should you flush a client's eyes with water if product gets into them?
10 minutes
five minutes
15 minutes
25 minutes
125
When should you wash your hands?
before and after a service
during a service
anytime you touch anything
only when they are visibly dirty
126
What is an example of an inorganic physical sunscreen?
benzophenone
octyl methoxycinnimate
octly salicylate
titanium dioxide
127
What does insolitol aid?
blood circulation
hair growth
red blood cell formation
formation of fatty acids
128
How long should you use the steamer during a standard facial treatment?
12-15 minutes
8-12 minutes
3-5 minutes
5-10 minutes
129
What do you do if a client asks you a question about a product and you do not know the answer?
act like you didn't hear them
make a guess
redirect the conversation
say that you don't know, but you can find out
130
What should your makeup do?
accentuate best features
draw attention to center of face
draw attention to eyes
accentuate all your features
131
What organ removes waste created by digestion?
kidney
liver
stomach
intestines
132
What is not a recommended habit for maintaining healthy skin?
avoid excessive alcohol
exercise regularly
avoid sun exposure
eat foods containing preservatives
133
How much of your daily food intake should consist of fat?
none
about 12 percent
about 38 percent
about 26 percent
134
What is not a contraindication for a facial?
use of acne drugs
pink eye
herpes
albinism
135
What document is a record of your notes (analysis, products used and recommended, etc.)?
client intake form
client questionnaire
client release form
client chart
136
What is NOT a contraindication for facial massage?
sensitive skin
sunburn
cancer
inflamed acne
137
Brow waxing: How do you create the illusion of a shorter face for a client with a long face?
widen the distance between them
give them a low arch
arch them high and angular
make them almost straight
138
What does cataphoresis do?
soften and relax tissue
calm or soothe nerve endings
cause an alkaline reaction
increase blood circulation
139
What is NOT a contraindication for chemical exfoliation?
oily skin
use of photosensitizing medications
herpes simplex
pregnancy
140
____ 127. What two forms do makeup removers come in?
powder-based and cream-based
natural and synthetic
oil-based and water-based
extra strength and standard
141
What is the average rate of cell turnover for those 50 and older?
21-28 days
28-42 days
14 days
42-84
142
What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine?
increases cell metabolism
helps prevent coagulation
offers a warm feeling that is relaxing
helps oxygenate the blood
143
What is a characteristic of fatty alcohols?
wax-like consistency
chemically combined with silicone and oxygen
drying
names almost always end in -ate
144
Where can you find information about a manufacturer’s philosophy?
manufacturer's invoices
manufacturer's brochures and pamphlets
local library
state regulating agency
145
Which career needs a knowledge of cosmetic chemistry,makeup/cammoflauge techs,& business skills
medical esthetician
sales manager
esthetics writer
salon esthetician
146
The ideal oval face is approximately _______ as wide as it is long
one-third
equally
three-fourths
half
147
What percentage of hair is comprised of hard keratin?
90
15
30
60
148
Why are the acid mantle and barrier function not as healthy in dry skin?
excess of water
lack of lipids
excess of lipids
lack of water
149
What types of foods should you choose?
high in nutrients in calories
low in nutrients and high in calories
high in nutrients and low in calories
low in nutrients and low in calories
150
How should be vitamin E be administered to help heal damaged tissues?
internally
both internally and externally
externally
neither internally nor externaly

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