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Which of the following is a drawback to using phenolic disinfectants?

A substance that is a partially good conductor is:

Caution should be used with on base rod placement to avoid additional:

To be successful in sales, you need ambition, determination, and a:

The wrapping technique that provides the most control over hair ends is the:

The epidermis layer of the skin is also known as:

The distance between two successive peaks is:

Poor women in Rome colored their hair:

A texturizing technique performed on the ends of hair using the tips of shears to remove bulk:

Narrow rows of visible braids that lie close to the scalp are:

The movement or amount of mobility of a curl is determined by the:

The current for facial and scalp treatments is measured in:

Recognizing the client's needs and preferences lays the foundation for:

In permanent waving, the shape/type of curl are determined by the shape and type of rod and:

The three types of straight lines in haircutting include all of the following except:

A contagious skin disease that is caused by the itch mite is:

Guidelines for good work posture include all of the following except:

The hair type that requires less elevation and should be left a bit longer because of shrinkage

The facial skeleton has how many bones?

A lower, thick walled chamber of the heart is:

Disease causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or fluid is:

One celled microorganisms with both plant and animal characteristics are:

The largest organ of the body is:

The process of treating grey or resistant hair to allow for better penetration of color is:

The nervous system as a whole is divided into how many main subdivisions:

The chemical combo of 2 or more atoms of different elements produces a:

The growth pattern is the direction in which the hair grows from the scalp and is called:

Which type of brush is good for tangles in short textured hair and long straight hair?

The art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair is called:

The type of current that should not be used on clients who are pregnant or heart problems is:

All of the following are appendages of the skin EXCEPT:

A disease that is transmitted from one person to another is:

The process where the hair is prelightened and then toned is:

Elevation creates graduation and layers and is usually described in:

The bones in the fingers are called:

The ankle joint is composed of how many bones:

The act of sharing info between two people or groups is known as:

Bacteria generally consist of an outer cell wall containing a liquid called:

Do not use high frequency current on hair treated with tonics or lotions that contain:

Large, flat brushes with staggered pin patterns used for mid to longer length are

Scheduling clients for their next appointment before they leave the salon is known as:

The amount of movement in the hair strand is referred to as:

The hair shaft that emerges from the scalp is a nonliving fiber composed of:

When researching potential employment opportunities, it is important that the stylist makes:

The coloring products that are regarded as the best for covering gray hair are:

Conditioner with an acidic pH that restores the hair's natural pH after the hydroxide relaxer:

State regulatory agencies include which of the following?

Electricity travels how many miles per second?

Continued pressure on any part of the skin causes it to thicken and develop a:

The muscle of the scalp that raises eyebrows and causes wrinkles on the forehead is the:

Fatty tissue found below the dermis is:

A section of hair that determines the length of the hair will be cut is the:

The muscle of the neck that lowers and rotates the head is the:

A sweet, colorless oily substance that is used in moisterizers is:

On a layered cut, if you want longer hair towards front, overdirect sections to the guide at

Base sections are offset from each row to prevent noticeable splits in which wrap pattern?

Vellus hair is the short, fine, an downy hair also known as:

The word integument means:

Two bones that form the sides of the head in the ear region are the:

Scalp treatments and massage may be performed:

Cataphoresis forces acidic substances into deeper tissues using galvanic currents from the:

The simplest form of chemical matter that cannot be broken down further is:

A disease caused by a bloodborne virus that causes liver damage is:

Which vitamin enables the body to properly absorb and use calcium?

Relaxers that contain two components and must be mixed immediately prior to use is:

During the Renaissance, the practice of shaving eyebrows was done to give women the look of greater:

All acid waves have three components consisting of the permanent waving lotion, neutralizer, &:

Chemically combining two or more atoms produces a:

A small salon that's owned by 1 person or 2 or more partners is:

Which of the following is a function of the skin:

A board of fine, upright nails that is used to comb or detangle extensions or blend color:

Ductless glands that release secretion of hormones directly into the bloodstream:

An unstable physical mixture of two or more immiscible substances is:

When all 3 primary colors are present in equal proportions, the resulting color is:

The coloring technique that involves coloring some strands of hair lighter than the natural is:

The wig type recommended for a client with no hair or extremely thin hair is:

Microscopic plant parasites that include molds, mildews, and yeasts are:

Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is:

The melanin that gives black and brown color is:

Prior to sitting at your station, every new client should fill out an intake form, also called:

A solution with a pH value of 7 indicates a:

Achieving balance within a design can be accomplished by understanding the head shape and:

Pressure in massage is usually directed from the:

The salon industry depends heavily on its relationship with product distributors or:

Extensor muscles that turn the hand inward so the palm faces downwards:

A typer of hair gel that makes the hair pliable enough to finger wave is:

Shampoos that help close the hair cuticle and are balanced to the pH of skin and hair are:

The most critical part of a color service is the:

The conversation where the practitioner finds out what the client is looking for is the:

The main arteries that supply blood to the head, neck, and face are:

Examples of single process permanent coloring are virgin application and:

The process that lightens hair and deposits color in one application is a:

In the cosmetology industry, putting clients first is:

When using heat on human hair wigs, the temp on the styling tool should be:

Together, the active stage and inactive stage of bacteria are referred to as the:

Chemical services performed on hair with low porosity require a solution that is:

Which fungus affects plants or grows on inanimate objects but does not cause infections?

Which of the following will help counter the negative effect of repetitive motions?

Good business operations require a simple and efficient:

The lines used to remove weight to create a graduated or layered haircut is:

The chemical process in living organisms whereby cells are nourished and carry out their activities is:

Along the front hairline to prevent breaks in the finished style, the recommended base to use:

When handling a scheduling mix up with a client, is it recommended that you:

Which blood component gives blood its color?

The two front corners represent the widest part of the:

Hair that is arranged so that the cuticles of all hair strands slope in the same direction is:

The nervous system that controls the voluntary functions of the five senses is:

The water attracting head of the surfactant molecule is:

A safe and useful type of disinfectant, commonly called quats, is:

The thickness or diameter of the individual hair strand is referred to as the hair:

The angle at which permanent wave rod is positioned on the head is referred to as:

The client consultation is also known as:

The pocket or tube like depression in the scalp or skin that contains the hair root

The clear transparent layer just under the stratum corneum that consists of small cells through which light can pass is:

The medical branch of science that deals with the study of the skin is:

A salary plus commission structure is used to motivate practitioners to increase:

Income in addition to your regular compensation that must be tracked and reported on tax returns is:

The line dividing hair at the scalp, separating one section from another, creating subsections:

Diagonal lines in a cut blend long layers into short layers and create:

Hairstyling that does not alter the natural curl patterns of hair is known as:

The practice of recommending and selling additional services to clients is known as:

During the process of decolorizing, natural hair can go through as many as:

The important job of booking appointments and greeting clients is generally the responsibility of the:

A plan to meet financial obligations is called a:

Invasion of body tissues by disease causing pathogenic bacteria can result in:

The technique use to check a haircut for precision of line and shape is:

Which type of nerve fibers can carry impulses from the brain to the muscles?

Clients with hair in questionable condition who request chemical services should be required a:

The most commonly used developer in hair color is:

The darkest hair colors in the level system are:

The largest of the cranial nerves is:

Brushes that collapse when they encounter too much resistance in releasing tangles are:

Universal Precautions for blood borne pathogens are regulated by:

Unfavorable conditions for mitosis include:

The technique of coloring strands of hair darker than the natural is:

The technique using a free form of painting hair lightener directly on clean hair is:

A small, coned shaped area located at the base of the hair follicle that fits in the hair bulb

In planning and constructing the physical layout of a salon, it should be designed for:

A symptom of taking on too much by faulty organization is:

An atom or molecule that carries an electric charge is:

Liquids that can be mixed together to form stable solutions:

Which layer of the hair shaft creates the shine and the smooth, silky feel of healthy hair?

Lasers work by a process that turns the light from the laser into heat called:

The protoplasm of a cell that surrounds the nucleus is the:

Structures composed of specialized tissues designed to perform specific functions in plants and animals are:

Waves that are activated from an outside heat source are considered:

A factor that will affect how well you perform during the licensing exam and on tests in general is:

The negative or positive pole of an electric current is referred to as:

A collection of photos and documents that reflect accomplishments:

To offset or round out the square face, choose a style that has:

The measurement that describes the number of individual hair strands on one square inch?

The cheekbones are also called the malar bones or:

The layer of skin that we see and is treated by a practitioner is:

Spongy tissues composed of microscopic cells in which inhaled air is exchanged for CO2 during one breathing cycle:

The primary color that brings depth or darkness to any color:

If an exposure incident should occur, discard all disposable contaminated objects in a:

The tissue that binds together, protects, and supports parts of the body:

The melanin produced by the body that is red to yellow in color is:

When selecting an interview wardrobe, it is critical that the selection be:

The fibrous protein core formed by elongated cells that contains melanin pigment is the:

A sign of a bacterial infection is the presence of:

Arc pin curls are also known as half moon or:

The three growth cycles of human hair is:

In ancient Rome, women used hair color to indicate their:

An essential part of a business plan is:

Hair that is best braided slightly damp or coated with wax to make it more pliable is:

The most common reducing agents used are:

The top of the papillary layer where it joins the epidermis is the:

HIV is the virus that causes:

A pimple of abscess is an example of:

Chemical products that destroy all bacteria, fungi, and viruses (but not spores) on surfaces:

Most acid waves used in salons have a pH value between:

The drive to take the necessary action to achieve a goal is:

The process of rearranging the basic structure of curly hair into a straighter or smoother form

The most frequently encountered infection on the foot resulting from nail services is:

Newspaper or radio ads and charitable events are all forms of:

When communicating with your salon manager, you should do all of the following except:

A combo of a thio relaxer and a thio permanent wrapped on large rods is a:

Which term means to remove all visible dirt and debris from tools by washing with soap?

A substance that dissolves into another substance to form a solution:

Most human hair used commercially comes from:

A predisposition test is generally conducted behind the ear or:

The US Fed Food, Drug and Cos Act prescribes that a predisposition test be given:

The double rod wrap technique is also called the:

A disadvantage of human hair is the hair's reaction to:

The special device that prevents excessive current from passing through a circuit is:

An applicator that directs electric current from a machine to the client's skin is:

During a relaxer strand test, hair that is pressed to the scalp and continues to curl is:

Change in the form of a substance that does not cause a chemical reaction is:

The system used for understanding color relationships is the:

The stratum germinativum is composed of several layers with special cells that produce a dark skin pigment called:

The surface of healthy is skin is slightly:

The comparative relationship of one thing to another in hair design is:

Tones can be described as cool, warm, or:

The elastic, bony cage that acts as a protective framework for the heart and lungs is:

Muscles that seperate the fingers:

The uniform working areas used for control during haircutting are called:

Relaxers are often marketed and sold as no mix no lye relaxers are:

Dye precursors that combine with hydrogen peroxide to form larger, permanent dye molecules are:

Human or artificial hair that is woven into long strips is:

The regular pulsation or reccurant pattern of movement in design is:

Comparing answers from salon interview questions will help you choose:

When opening a new business, the location selected should reflect your:

When hand washing, it is important to rub hands together for a minimum of how long?

The part of the hair shaft between the scalp and the hair that has been previously colored is:

The muscle that draws the eyebrow down is:

A stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a:

Colors that can look deeper than their actual level are:

The standard volume of hydrogen peroxide used to achieve most results with permanent color is:

Compensation that is paid as a direct result of total amount of service dollars generated for a salon is:

In permanent waving, panels of hair are divided into smaller subsections called:

All perm wraps begin by sectioning the hair into:

Rays with short wavelengths that are the least penetrating and kill germs are:

The physical foundation of the body consisting of ones connected by joints is the:

Pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls are:

Supplies that are used and replaced in the daily business operation are identified as:

The application for chemical relaxers should be started in the most resistant area, usually the

Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have a bristle mixture consisting of:

Thin walled blood vessels that are less elastic than arteries and located closer to the skin surface:

The outline of the face, head and figure seen in a side view is the:

Hair flowing in the same direction, the result of follicles sloping in the same direction form:

During the Victorian Age, women pinched their cheeks and bit their lip to:

Decolorizing the hair's natural pigment allows the colorist to create the exact degree of:

Curved lines repeating in the opposite directions create a:

When choosing a salon for employment opportunities, look for:

A talent and unlimited inner resource of ideas and solution is:

Scheduling is central to the salon business; it is respectful to clients and coworkers to be:

A section of hair molded in a circular movement in prep for the formation of a pin curl is:

When the cuticle of the hair is lifted and the hair absorbs color quickly, the porosity is:

Any client with an infectious disease should not be serviced and should be referred to a:

A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in the cells of an organism is:

Contrasting lines are horizontal and vertical lines that create a hard edge and form a:

The layer of the dermis that houses the nerve endings which provide the body with the sense of touch is found in the:

Chemical services should not be performed if the scalp shows any signs of:

Chemical reactions that are characterized by or formed by giving off heat is:

The deepest layer of the epidermis is also known as:

The major elements that make up human hair are C, O, H, N, and S, often referred to as:

The deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients is:

Hydroxide relaxers that do not require the application of a protective base are:

A color achieved by mixing equal parts of a secondary color and its near primary color is:

A strong extension material that comes from the domestic ox of Tibet and central Asia is:

The stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is:

A success strategy where you imagine yourself working in your dream salon is:

The water purification process where water is heated to a vapor the collected as a liquid:

Which of the following is an acceptable way to clean tools or instruments?

One of the best ways to improve your performance is to:

Haircoloring products that change color gradually by buildup and exposure to air contain:

Powdered per sulfate salts added to hair color to increase its lightening ability are:

To achieve a natural look when cutting a wig, the ends should be:

The inner desire that propels you to do something is:

Muscles that are attached to bones and are voluntary or conciously controlled are:

A combination of understanding, empathy, and acceptance is called:

In the restructuring process, course, resistant hair with a strong compact cuticle requires:

The bone that forms the forehead is the:

Your license will unlock countless doors for employment, but your career will be fueled by:

A basic haircut where the hair is cut at a 180 degree angle:

You should ask the client what at home products she uses as part of which step of the consultation?

The head shaped form used to secure a wig for fitting, styling, or coloring is:

The phase of metabolism that involves the breaking down of compounds within cells into smaller ones:

The location of the four corners signals a change in:

Natural, vegetable, and metallic colors are also known as:

The effectiveness with which a disinfecting solution kills germs when used correctly is:

Which of the following professional behaviors demonstrates ethical behavior?

A fundamental factor in human relations involves a person's sense of:

Relaxers that contain only one component and are used without mixing are:

Hydroxide relaxers remove a sulfur atom from a disulfide bond, converting it into a:

An important aspect of human relation is:

Substances used to neutralize acids or raise the pH of many hair products are:

Which of the following is an example of a multi use item?

The substance secreted by the sebaceous gland is called:

The type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is:

The bone that forms the back of the skull above the nape is:

The most commonly shaped pin curl base is the:

The tiny grains of pigment deposited in cells that provide skin with its color are:

Useful product disposal guidelines and medical and first aid information can be found on:

Rays with long wavelengths that penetrate more deeply and produce more heat than visible light:

The design and planning of the workplace for maximum comfort, safety, and efficiency is:

Blowdrying softens textured hair, stretches the hair shaft length, and:

Brushes that are used to blow-dry precision haircuts where little volume is desired:

Demipermanent colors are also known as:

A common volatile organic compound used in hairspray is:

A stable physical mixture of two or more substances is:

The branch of science that applies to substances that contain carbon is:

The point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called:

Chemical side bonds formed when two sulfur type chains are joined together are:

The inner and larger bone of the forearm, attached to the wrist and located on the side of the little finger is:

A stockholder of a corporation is required to pay unemployment insurance taxes on:

Infusing water soluble products into the skin with the use of electric current is known as:

Ions with a positive charge are considered to be:

When using the slicing technique to remove bulk, the shears should never be completely:

The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is:

The ability of the hair to absorb liquids is referred to as:

Which nerve supplies impulses to the skin on the outer side and back of foot and leg?

During the shampoo procedure, apply small quantities of shampoo to the hair beginning at the:

During salon visits, to ensure all key areas are observed, it is important to develop a:

Inflammation is characterized by which of the following?

Hair is composed of protein that grows from cells originating within the:

Before performing a color service with aniline derivative, the client must have:

Hair additions that are secured at the base of the client's hair to add length are:

Electronic facial treatments are commonly reffered to as:

A salon is a team environment that requires that you practice and perfect your:

Organisms that grow, feed, and find shelter on or in the host are called:

A curved part is used for a high forehead or:

Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of:

To avoid client misunderstanding for every natural styling service, perform a thorough:

A pimple or an abscess is an example of:

A test wise student begins to prepare for a test be practicing good study habits and:

A color obtained by mixing equal parts of two primary colors is a:

A salon that is owned and operated by one person is:

Which of the following scalp disorders is described by dry, sulfur-yellow, cup like crusts?

Exothermic waves create a chemical reaction that heats the waving solution and speeds up:

The fibrous protein that gives skin it flexibility is:

Pressing combs with less space between the teeth produce a:

The main active ingredient in true acid and acid balanced waving lotions are:

Recommending professional products to clients for at home care is known as:

The name for separate networks of curly, textured hair that have been intertwined and meshed:

The first to cultivate beauty with fashions and use cosmetics as part of their personal habits were:

Coloring products that have a coating action on the hair and are removed by shampooing are:

The ring muscle of the eye socket that closes your eye is:

Elements differ from one another because of the difference in the structure of their:

The process used to treat acne and milia and soften and emulsify deposits in the hair follicles is:

Hydrogen bonds are easily broken by water or heat and are reformed when the hair is:

The first step in the 10 step consultation method is:

Electric tools that cut the hair by using moving blades held by a metal plate with teeth are:

Lines in haircutting that are parallel to the horizon or the floor are:

Wigs that most closely resemble actual human hair growth with flexibility at the roots are:

The units of structure that build protein and are joined together end to end like pop beads:

A measurement of how much electricity is being used in 1 second is:

The electrical appliance connection that supplies current to the circuit is the:

The underlying or inner layer of skin, which is also called the derma corium, cutis, or true skin, is:

A reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other harmless substances

Top of the line synthetic wigs that simulate protein rich hair are made of:

The styling choice for a client with a round face would be a style that has:

The wave pattern used to accentuate the face and narrow the head shape is:

Someone who recognizes and resolves problems constructively is a:

Ancient Egyptians were the first civilization to infuse essentials oils from:

Water is the most abundant and important element on Earth and is classified as a:

The hair should never be brushed prior to a:

A salon with a national and consistent brand is:

Hair coloring products that are used primarily on prelightened hair to achieve pale colors are:

The muscle that causes goosebumps:

When suggesting options to a client, which of the following criteria should be used?

All matter has physical and chemical properties and exists in the form of:

Chemical compounds that lighten hair by dispersing and decolorizing the natural pigment are:

The hair type with a large diameter that can take longer to process hair color is:

The muscle that covers the back of the neck and upper and middle region of the back is:

Lighteners that have a thicker consistency and give more control during scalp application are:

Which of the following was created by ancient egyptians from a mix of ground galena, sullfur, and animal fat?

Sodium hypochlorite is the chemical name for:

Oil glands that are connected to hair follicles are also called:

The type of immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease or through inoculations:

Water is the number one nutrient of the body and composes of what percentage of the body's weight?

One of the best ways for a business owner to protect personal assets is:

The difference in the strength of chemical hair relaxers is determined by the concentration of:

The artificial hair covering that completely conceals the client's hair is:

The thickened, club like structure that forms the lower part of the hair root

The type of line used to make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower is:

All synthetic hair colors used on wigs and hairpieces are standardized with:

An unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly is:

Permanent waving and hair relaxers change the shape of hair by chemically altering the hair's:

The hallmark of professionalism is:

Chemical hair texturizers temporarily raise the pH of the hair in order to:

Pin curls that produce waves that get smaller in size toward the end are

Hair that has too many disulfide bonds broken and will not hold a firm curl is considered:

The largest and most complex nerve tissue of the body is:

In order to have a successful business, a top priority in the allotment of funds is to:

Which of the following is an example of a long term goal?

Thermal or heat producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration is:

Nonpathogenic bacteria are:

The heavy, long bone that forms the leg above the knee is called the:

The uppermost and largest bone of the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder is:

A client who prefers simple clothing, monochromatic colors, and no bright patterns is:

Step 6 in creating cornrows is

Single use items that do not have the capacity to be disinfected after each client use must be:

Rubber, silk, wood, and glass are common examples of:

The profile that is considered to be ideal is: