What is the general composition of air by volume?

one part oxygen and four parts nitrogen

What should you do at an interview?

frame all of your answers in a positive context

What does ionization create?

two new ions with opposite electrical charges

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

go over any special instructions before beginning procedure

What is NOT a reason to use a contour color when applying eye shadow

to even out the skin tone on the eye

How should products be stored to make them last longer?

in dark containers in cooler temperatures

What is NOT a function of antioxidants?

promoting the development of free radicals

What should you do when taking a written exam?

mark questions you skip so you can find them easily later

What is NOT a common use for airbrush makeup?

restorative makeup for the deceased

What statement about preoperative care is correct?

part of estheticians role is to help the patient stay calm

What is NOT one of the strategies associated with deductive reasoning?

always read paragraphs before reading questions that follow

What should you do to help gain control of the test situation?

pay attention to any tips offered by your instructors

How do mineral deposits commonly appear on a steamer?

white or yellow crusty film on the heating element

Why did ancient Hebrews practice grooming rituals?

believed that their bodies were gifts to be cared for

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1
Where are you likely to find licensed massage therapists working today?
supermarkets
airports
bus stations
public parks
2
What is the general composition of air by volume?
one part nitrogen and four parts oxygen
one part oxygen and four parts nitrogen
three parts oxygen and four parts nitrogen
equal parts oxygen and nitrogen
3
What makeup color intensifies red in the skin?
bright green
dark purple
white
light blue
4
How often should clients exfoliate at home?
three or four times a week
once a day
once or twice a week
twice a day
5
How are elements identified?
by color
by letter symbols
by graphic symbols
by size
6
How many times should you rinse skin after removing a chemical exfoliant during mini-procedure?
once
at least 6 times
at least 3 times
no more than 4 times
7
A pH of eight is _______ times more alkaline than a pH of seven.
50
10
2
100
8
What is licorice used for?
treating sensitive skin
reducing puffiness of the eyes
increasing circulation
aiding the effectiveness of enzyme peels
9
what is the most common magnifying lamp magnification?
5 diopters
3 diopters
12 diopters
10 diopters
10
What should you do at an interview?
frame all of your answers in a positive context
lean on interviewers desk to show interest in conversation
bring a cup of coffee to keep your energy up
chew gum to keep your breath fresh
11
Closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients, target delivery to tissue of skin?
lanolin
liposomes
parabens
cermides
12
What does ionization create?
two new ions with same electrical charges
two new ions with opposite electrical charges
three new ions with same electrical charges
two new ions without an electrical charge
13
What is an example of a plant that has healing properties?
chamomile
lavender
alum root
rose
14
What should you do to the eyebrows to create illusion of shorter face on client with long face?
give them a low arch
widen the distance between them
make them almost straight
arch them high and more angular
15
What condition is a contraindication for microcurrent?
asthma
bipolar disorder
occasional migraines
epilepsy
16
what is photodynamic therapy primarily used to treat?
psuedofolliculitis
actinic keratoses
dry skin
wrinkles
17
What tones are most subtle on dark skin?
warm
dark
medium
fair
18
What is the range of the pH scale?
1 to 14
0 to 14
0 to 10
1 to 10
19
What should you do to protect yourself and your employer from liability issues?
only require clients to sign a consent form on first visit
if a problem arises, try to cover it up
never administer a patch test
go over any special instructions before beginning procedure
20
What is an example of an organic substance?
plastic
pure water
glass
iron
21
Facial feature necessitating blending lighter shade foundation on tip of nose & between eyes?
double chin
short nose
wide nose
wide jaw
22
What is NOT a reason to use a contour color when applying eye shadow
to minimize a specific area
to define the eyelash line
to create contour in a crease
to even out the skin tone on the eye
23
Major cause of change in style, skin care and innovation of beauty culture during 20th century?
improved nutrition
religion
industrialization
WWI & WW2
24
Face shape that is long narrow, with cheeks that are often hollowed under prominent cheekbones?
triangle
rectangle
round
square
25
What is an example of an essential oil that is used as an astringent?
birch leaf
rosemary
orange
jasmine
26
What is an example of a liquid?
serum
steam
ice
ozone
27
How should products be stored to make them last longer?
in dark containers in cooler temperatures
in clear containers in cooler temperatures
in clear containers in warmer temperatures
in dark containers in warmer temperatures
28
What type of solution can be used as a desincrustation fluid for anaphoresis?
baking soda and vinegar
baking soda and water
isopropyl alcohol and bleach
bleach and water
29
What are the two most common types of electrodes used with the galvanic machine?
round and flat
flat and roller
round and needle
needle and roller
30
What is NOT a function of antioxidants?
promoting the development of free radicals
promoting skin healing
reducing the formation of scar tissue
preventing wrinkles
31
What color light is considered stimulating when using therapeutic lamps for color therapy?
red
purple
green
white
32
What class of medical device are lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) machines?
I
III
IV
II
33
What should you do when taking a written exam?
mark any questions you are sure about last
always answer every question in order presented
mark questions you skip so you can find them easily later
refrain from asking the examiner questions for any reason
34
What is the average rate of cell turnover for those 50 and older?
28 to 42 days
21 to 28 days
14 days
42 to 84 days
35
What is NOT a common use for airbrush makeup?
hair and nail art application
theatrical makeup
restorative makeup for the deceased
washable tattoos
36
Where were makeup and showy clothing encouraged during the Victorian Age?
market places
at home
theaters
royal gatherings
37
What exemplified the ideal of beauty in ancient Japan?
hair color
nail length
athletes
geisha
38
For what feature should you apply a lighter foundation along hairline and blend onto forehead?
long, heavy chin
protruding forehead
receding chin
narrow forehead
39
What statement about preoperative care is correct?
Increasing cellular debris on skins surface is an important
decreasing the skins metabolism is important
part of estheticians role is to help the patient stay calm
it focuses is on helping skin heal after surgical procedure
40
A pH of less than _____ is not recommended for salon peels
5.5
4.5
3.0
6.0
41
What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine?
helps oxygenate the blood
generates a warm feeling that has relaxing effect on skin
helps prevent coagulation
increases cell metabolism
42
What is NOT one of the strategies associated with deductive reasoning?
watch for grammatical clues
eliminate options known to be incorrect
always read paragraphs before reading questions that follow
watch for key words or terms
43
What is NOT a benefit of honey?
soothing
hydrating
tightening
toning
44
What should you do to help gain control of the test situation?
pay attention to any tips offered by your instructors
cram the night before the test
maintain pessimistic attitude & surprise if you do well
listen attentively during class instead of taking notes
45
What does cataphoresis do?
soften and relax tissue
cause an alkaline reaction
increase blood circulation
calm or soothe nerve endings
46
How do mineral deposits commonly appear on a steamer?
white or crusty streaks on the tank
white or yellow specks on the handle
white or yellow crusty film on the heating element
white or crusty film on the head
47
What two forms do makeup removers come in?
powder-based and cream-based
oil-based and water-based
standard and extra-strength
natural and synthetic
48
Why did ancient Hebrews practice grooming rituals?
believed that their bodies were gifts to be cared for
to disguise themselves as they traveled
to camouflage themselves for hunting
believed proper grooming would protect them from injury
49
Type of brush similar to the concealer brush, but is smaller with a more tapered, rounded edge?
eyeliner brush
lash brush
angle brow brush
lip brush
50
What color will thin or dehydrated skin appear as under a Wood's Lamp?
light violet
orange
yellow
green
51
What do paraffin masks do?
reduce blood circulation
cool the skin
prevent the penetration of ingredients into the skin
plump and soften the skin
52
What is NOT a method by which exfoliation can be accomplished?
manually
by the use of certain products
biologically
mechanically
53
What color light is large mushroom electrode of high-frequency machine on normal to oily skin?
violet
pink
green
orange
54
What type of skin are oil-based products recommended for?
sensitive
normal to oily
combination
normal to dry
55
What is NOT a recommended mineral makeup ingredient?
iron oxide
titanium dioxide
talc
silica
56
What is the most abundant element found on earth?
carbon
oxygen
nitrogen
hydrogen
57
How long should a properly-stored emulsion remain stable?
six months
three years
one year
five years
58
What ingredient cools skin constricts capillaries has refreshing properties & contains menthol?
peppermint
olive
sandalwood
lavender
59
For what type of lips should you outline both the upper and lower lips?
large full lips
small mouth and lips
uneven lips
cupid bow or pointed upper lip
60
How often should you recommend a series of AHA treatments to clients?
every six to eight months
once a month
every week
every three to four months
61
How should the vacuum be used on clients?
slow horizontal movements on dry skin
rapid vertical movements on moistened or damp skin
slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin
rapid vertical movements on dry skin
62
What type of LED light is used for rejuvenation?
infrared
red
blue
amber
63
What statement about skin cleansers is true?
cause make up and dirt to cake and sink into pores
may contain ingredients to counteract various skin problems
never contain emollients
used after all other treatment products have been applied
64
How far should steam be kept from face when you are using a steamer?
12-15 inches
15-18 inches
20-22 inches
8-10 inches
65
What is considered to be the most important machine used in esthetics?
vacuum machine
galvanic machine
steamer
brush machine
66
What type of skin has a blue-white appearance under a Woods Lamp?
normal healthy skin
hyperpigmented skin
oily skin
skin with a thick corneum layer
67
What is NOT a characteristic of mineral oil?
preservatives must be added to keep fresh & potent over time
helps prevent irritant skin contact
protects against dehydration
does not react w/ other chemicals involved in skins function
68
Where on the eye should yo start when removing artificial eyelashes?
both corners simultaneously
middle
inner corner
outer corner
69
How do light lip colors affect the appearance of the lips?
make them seem larger
make them seem smoother
make them seem more textured
make them seem smaller
70
What should you do when preparing your resume?
include contact information for personal references
present your career goals in a nonthreatening manner
include hobbies even if not directly related to business
exaggerate your experiences and achievements as necessary
71
What is NOT a property of urea?
is an anti inflammatory
acts as a sunscreen
enhances the penetration abilities of other substances
is an antiseptic
72
Pitta is a combination of what two elements?
air and earth
fire and water
earth and water
air and ether
73
Who do commercial photographers often employ to work with models?
beauty editors
medical estheticians
cosmetics buyers
makeup artists
74
What is lash perming?
applying temporary color to the lashes
applying permanent color to the lashes
straightening the lashes
curling the lashes
75
What is an example of a moderately comedogenic cosmetic ingredient?
lanolic acid
cocoa butter
avocado oil
peanut oil
76
What should you do after cleansing a brush?
pull on the bristles as you rinse it
store it in an uncovered container when it is clean and dry
spread the bristles apart as widely as possible for drying
cover it with a towel while drying
77
What are the main types of surfactants?
fatty acids
detergents
fatty alcohols
emulsifiers
78
Women had high hairstyles w/ wire cages, springs adjusting height, gardens and live animals?
Renaissance
Victorian Age
Middle Ages
Age of Extravagance
79
Who used cosmetics for personal beautification religious ceremonies and to prepare deceased?
Romans
Hebrews
Egyptians
Asians
80
What substance is an inorganic salt used as a buffering agent, neutralizer and pH adjuster?
silicone
sorbitol
sodium bicarbonate
salicylic acid
81
What is the most durable type of brush handle commonly available?
steel
plastic
wood
cardboard
82
What type of skin are powder foundations good for?
oily
combination
dry
normal
83
What color makes freckles look darker when it is reflected onto the face?
green
blue
yellow
red
84
What is an example of a mildly comedogenic cosmetic ingredient?
lanolin
sesame oil
coal tar
linseed oil
85
What type of color agent is zinc oxide?
noncertified color
exempt color
lake
certified color
86
What is NOT a topic about which you should expect to be questioned during an interview?
your ability to be a team player
your plan for meeting retail sale goals
your retail sales philosophy
your marital status
87
What is NOT a form in which eye shadow is commonly available?
pressed powder
dry powder
cream
liquid
88
What is eyebrow color commonly used for?
filling in sparse areas of the eyebrows
tweezing the eyebrows
lightening the eyebrows
promoting growth of the eyebrow hair
89
What type of lash comb works best?
wood
silicone
plastic
metal
90
What is the primary property of sandalwood oil?
soothing
astringent
healing
stimulating
91
What is an example of an inorganic physical sunscreen?
benzophenone
octyl salicylate
titanium dioxide
octyl salicylate
92
What is a primary property of eucalyptus?
moisturizing
healing
stimulating
aromatic
93
How many times should a brush machine be used on each area of the face?
ten times or for about 10 to 20 seconds
three times or for about three to five seconds
eight times or for about eight to ten seconds
five times or for about five to eight seconds
94
What is the most common form of cheek color?
liquid blush
cream blush
wax blush
powder blush
95
What is an example of a barrier agent found in many foundations today?
silicone
lanolin derivative
water
stearic acid
96
Type of short brush with dense bristles for powder blush and is mainly used in circular motion?
concealer brush
kabuki brush
eyeliner brush
powder brush
97
How many pages should ideally your resume have?
3
2
1
many as needed to fully explain education and experience
98
Where are the most body products applied FIRST when performing a body scrub?
torso
arms
back
legs
99
What color do you get when you mix red with blue?
orange
green
red
violet
100
How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?
ascending order of predoninance
descending order of predominance
alphabetical order
reverse alphabetical order
101
When should you apply face powder?
after applying blush
after applying eyeshadow
after applying eyeliner
after applying foundation
102
How long can a properly maintained magnifying lamp last?
5 years
20 years
15 years
10 years
103
Ingredient that dissolves keratin proteins on surface of skin to make it softer and smoother?
enzymes
lipids
brighteners
lighteners
104
What is a primary benefit of carrot?
antiseptic
anti-inflammatory
anitoxidant
astringent
105
What term refers to the simplest form of chemical matter?
molecule
cell
element
atom
106
Career requiring knowledge cosmetic chemistry makeup camouflage techniques & business skills?
sales manager
esthetics writer
medical aesthetician
salon esthetician
107
What is a characteristic of suspensions?
small particles
slightly miscible
stable mixture
usually clear
108
What color eyes are neutral and can wear any color?
gray
brown
green
blue
109
What color does a base turn red litmus paper?
white
green
orange
blue
110
What is it called when a chemical changes its state but not its composition?
chemical change
homeostasis
physical change
peristalsis
111
How often should moisturizers be used?
a few times a week
many times throughout the day
once a day
twice a day
112
What is NOT an example of an ingredient recommended for use on mature skin and rosacea?
guarana
squalane oil
rosemary oil
green tea
113
What is NOT a contraindication for chemical exfoliation?
use of photosensitizing medications
oily skin
herpes simplex
pregnancy
114
What is the most commonly used cosmetic ingredient?
water
talc
mineral oil
essential oil
115
What term refers to a detergent-type "foaming" cleanser with a neutral or slightly acidic pH?
cleansing lotion
cleansing cream
cleansing gel
makeup remover
116
What term refers to a person devoted to or professionally occupied with skin health and beauty?
cosmetologist
beauty technician
esthetician
stylist
117
What are alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) commonly used as?
detergents
emulsifiers
preservatives
exfoliants
118
When are you entitled to overtime pay?
when you work than 40 hours per week
when you come in on day off to fill in for a sick co-worker
anytime you work more hours than you are scheduled for
only if you hold an official salon management position
119
What is an example of oil-in-water emulsion?
cooling gel
thick cream
moisturizing lotion
cleansing milk
120
What can the vacuum machine be used in place of during a facial service?
extractions
cleansing
desincrustation
massage
121
What is a characteristic of fatty alcohols?
names almost always end in -ate
chemically combined with silicone and oxygen
wax-like consistency
drying
122
The ideal oval face is approximately ______ wide as it is long?
3/4
1/2
equally
1/3
123
what is an example of a noncomedogenic cosmetic ingredient?
sunflower oil
tocopherol
petrolatum
olive oil
124
What is an example of a beneficial ingredient for mature or sensitive skin?
citric acid
salicylic acid
mulberry extract
aloe vera
125
What should you do if you are interested in learning more about salon management?
read books about promotion and commit yourself to success
enroll in science courses to learn chemistry of cosmetics
allow others to determine your career advancement
only seek out resources available on the internet

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