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1
Social security tax is paid by the:
business
employer
employee
employee and employer
2
Which of the following is not a guideline for good human relations:
trying to understand a viewpoint you disagree
listening to others
arguing your viewpoint
smiling at others
3
Towel warmers should be cleaned:
as needed
after each client
once a week
periodically
4
someone who set sup their own hours, pays their own taxes and leases their own space is called a/an:
independent contractor
spa advisor
business advisor
partnership
5
Cleansing creams are designed to cleanse the skin and…
Open pores
Produce sebum
Remove makeup
Block rays of sun
6
A glycolic and enzyme peel are examples of :
chemical exfoliant
skin lightener
mechanical exfoliant
mask
7
different tissues that combine together to perform a specified function are :
bones
systems
organs
tissues
8
Basic forms of matter:
Gas, semi hard solid, & liquid
Gas, liquid & solid
Solids both hard & soft
Liquid & gas
9
Term that describes the process by which the skin produces new cells that travel from the dermis to the epidermis is:
cell mitosis
cell mitosis turnover
cell renewal factor
turnover cell regeneration
10
Ingredients should be listed in:
Alphabetical order
Order of natural ingredients first, followed by synthetic products
Order of their concentration within the product
Order of how well it treats a specific need
11
the best form of advertising is :
menus
networking
posters
word of mouth
12
This device uses light to detect or determine if you have bacterial, fungal, or skin condition
glogau's lamp
brush machine
wood's lamp
fitzpatrick's lamp
13
A product that contains a detergent and aids in cleansing the skin is known as a:
exfoliant
cleanser
preservative
solvent
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A form that provides information to the esthetician about the client's skin type and skin care program is called a:
all of the above
medical form
promotional form
intake form
15
Another term for the high frequency current is the:
ultraviolet current
violet current
infrared current
galvanic current
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Acid balanced means the solution is balanced between this range:
4.5-5.5
7.1-12.2
2.2-5.5
4.5-9
17
money that comes in from the selling of products and services is:
liabilities
revenue
profits
net worth
18
Skin that does not produce enough oil is also known as:
Anemic skin
Seborrhea skin
Lipidic skin
Alipidic skin
19
Lactic acid is a/an:
Tartaric acid
alpha hydroxy acid
carbolic acid
beta hydroxy acid
20
A blister, filled with a watery substance and bigger than a vesicle:
bulla
comedo
callus
keratoma
21
A document that describes your qualifications for a job:
resume
job descriptions
job application
job outline
22
Actinic aging is caused by :
keloids
sun damage
genetics
excessive cell turn over
23
This uses a Tesla current, has a relaxing or stimulating effect on the skin & acts as an antiseptic :
Faradic machine
Galvanic machine
High frequency
Sinusoidal machine
24
Also known as a "roll-off" mask:
surfactant
ampoule
hydrator
gommage
25
proteins are :
a combination of different kinds of saccharides
held together with vitamin e & d
long chains of amino acids
also known as lipid
26
The most commonly used solvent used in cosmetics is:
alcohol
mineral oil
water
beta hydroxy acid
27
the process of building up molecules from smaller ones is which phase of metabolism :
catabolism
metabolism
anabolism
cannibalism
28
Anything that occupies space:
Plasma
Ions
Elements
Matter
29
The transitional stage of growth :
catagen
exogen
anagen
telogen
30
refers to a category of massage movements that include kneading, lifting grasping and squeezing of the skin:
effleurage
tapotement
vibration
petrissage
31
The beginning stage of hair growth :
exogen
catagen
anagen
telogen
32
products that are stored in ___ will last longer:
dark containers
clear containers
yellow containers
light containers
33
A form of touch therapy, where you apply pressure to a specific point on the body :
aromatherapy
acupressure
chucking
tapotement
34
An attempt to reach customers through mailings, coupons, texts and newsletters is a form of:
direct marketing
upselling techniques
merchandising
consultative selling
35
Spirilla is shaped like a :
bar
rod
circle
corkscrew
36
used in the high frequency machine as a conductor of electricity :
electric mitt
electrode
rotary brush
anode
37
Inflammation of the sebaceous glands from a buildup of secretions, which resulting in a severe case of pimples:
comedones
acne
fissures
verrucas
38
Income minus expenses shows you whether you made a :
liability or net worth
mortgage payment
profit or loss
shareholder dividend
39
This fibrous protein gives the skin its strength:
sebum
folic acid
collagen
elastin
40
A method of recording notes about the client, products they use, & other personal info for the purpose of keeping track:
record keeping
merchandising
direct marketing
marketing strategy
41
a condition resulting redness of the skin, caused by an increase in blood flow & blood vessel dilation :
actinic keratosis
rosacea
erythema
hyperkeratinization
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The cells that produce pigment or color to your skin are called:
ceramides
melanocytes
keratinocytes
tyrosinase
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A company that is part of a parent company and pays fees to use its name and products is called a :
independent salon
full service salon
partner salon
franchise salon
44
Which of the follow is NOT a part of being a team player
promoting skin services
talking about co-workers
being honest
being courteous
45
The machine that will stimulate blood & lymphatic circulation as well as suction dirt from the skin is:
Galvanic machine
Woods lamp
Vacuum machine
Deincrustation
46
Skin care products that help hydrate the skin are:
microbial
anti-bacterial
scrubs
moisturizers
47
A device used for sterailization by steam under pressure:
autoclave
wet sanitizer
steamer
dry sanitizer
48
The skin is referring to the :
sudoriferous gland
epidermis
follicle
dermis
49
Someone who performs treatments to the skin, but is not licensed to prescribe medicine is a :
physician assistant
esthetician
beauty operator
dermatologist
50
the purpose of an exfoliant is to :
add humectants to the skin
remove sun damage from the ski
remove dead cells from the skin's surface
infuse moisturizers to the skin
51
In the salon, a disinfectant should be used:
for 15 minutes
anything over 5 minutes is effective
for 10 minutes
according to manufacturer's directions
52
The protein found in the hair is called:
keratin
peptides
collagen
anagens
53
Prior to your client leaving the salon, you recommend, ask and schedule their next appointment, the technique known as:
advertising
upselling
rebooking
networking
54
Seborrhea is:
Lighter pigments
Dryness of the skin
Oiliness of the skin
Darker pigments
55
Recommending professional products for your client's to use at home:
advertising
retailing
upselling
promotions
56
Small unnatural cracks between the toes is an example of a :
comedones
keloids
fissures
anhidrosis
57
White epidermal cysts of sebum, that are often mistakenly called whiteheads:
milia
closed comedones
comedones
asteatosis
58
Salicylic acid is a/an:
Glycolic Acid
Beta Hydroxy Acid
Tartaric Acid
Alpha Hydroxy Acid
59
The study of the functions and activities the organs and systems perform is called:
psychology
anatomy
histology
physiology
60
Business ownership where two or more people share the responsibility of the company’s profits & debts:
Booth rental
Sole proprietor
Partnership
Corporation
61
The wavelengths used in light and color therapy are:
laser, UV, germicidal
visible and infrared
ultraviolet and infrared
fast and blue wavelengths
62
A substance capable of dissolving another substance is called a/an :
emulsion
solvent
binder
solute
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Potency of a product, describes its:
Efficacy
Mineral content
Inactiveness
Powerlessness
64
A measurement of the energy in food is called a :
calorie
micronutrient
protein
acid
65
A ___ is the unit that measures how much electric energy is being used:
volt
watt
ohm
ampere
66
A thin protective mixture of oil and sweat that covers the skin is the:
acid mantle
granular layer
alkaline mantle
barrier layer
67
Being paid a specified amount of money, regardless of the total amount of dollars brought in:
commission scale
bonus pay
base pay plus commission
hourly wage
68
Electromagnetic radiation that we can see:
invisible light
infrared radiation
ultraviolet radiation
visible light
69
When working with different face shapes, the goal is to create the illusion of an oval shape shape through:
corrective makeup techniques
combing the hair away from the face
highlighting the eye area
shadowing the bad features of the face
70
A closed comedo, where the sebum under the skin and remains white:
Miliaria rubra
Rosacea
Blackhead
Whitehead
71
A healthy nutritional program should include:
sugary snacks
nightly alcoholic drinks
foods high in simple carbohydrates
regular dental visits
72
This is a substance that is used to dissolve another substance:
solute
binder
solvent
emulsion
73
Two or more liquids that can be mixed together and stay mixed are said to be:
suspensions
immiscible
miscible
heterogeneous
74
An antioxidant that is also known as ascorbic acid:
vitamin k
vitamin a
vitamin b
vitamin c
75
The branch of science that deals with the overall care and health of the skin:
aesthetics
aesthetikos
esthetics
all of the above
76
Eyes that are considered to be well-spaced apart will be:
less than one eye width apart
greater than one eye width apart
one eye width apart
2 eye widths apart
77
The light less penetrating, produces germicidal effects and has the shortest wavelengths in the light spectrum :
infrared
ultraviolet
invisible
visible
78
Use of an apparatus too stimulate and tone the skin through a rapid shaking motion:
vibration
chucking
kneading
effleurage
79
Hypopigmentation results in:
lighter pigment in the skin
dryness of the skin
oiliness of the skin
darker pigments in the skin
80
The branch of chemistry that deals with living things (current or past) and contain the element carbon:
Inorganic elements
Organic biology
Organic chemistry
Inorganic chemistry
81
Treatments that do not remove tissue, but do stimulate collagen production are called:
intrusive
reconstructive
ultrasonic
non-ablative
82
Which of the following is NOT a part of teamwork:
remaining positive
helping others
gossiping about a co-worker
be willing to resolve conflicts
83
If the nose is too wide, you can do corrective makeup by:
highlighting the sides of the nose
contouring the sides of the nose
applying dark lipstick to the lips
diverting attention to the eye area
84
A porous item is considered to be a :
multi use items
single use item
sterilized item
disinfectable item
85
an apparatus changes direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC) is called a :
convertor
rectifier
insulator
conductor
86
When using eyeshadow from a container, it is important to:
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
spray applicator with Barbicide before dipping into the product itself
87
The system forms the physical foundation of your body:
muscular system
reproductive system
skeletal system
integumentary system
88
A color primer or concealer can be used to :
emphasize unwanted features
none of the answers are correct
color the skin tone to appear darker
counteract unwanted undertones in the natural skin
89
A contraindication to using an electric device on a client is:
freckles
pacemakers
dark circles under the eyes
aging skin
90
When applying soft wax, apply:
opposite direction of hair growth
in the direction of hair growth
against natural hair growth
all of the above
91
Being straightforward and tactful in your dealings with others is:
sensitivity
awareness
diplomacy
receptivity
92
Professionalism does not include:
satisfying the client's needs/wants
creating a pleasant work environment
arguing that the client is not right right in this situation
handling scheduling errors with an apology
93
If we look at our skin, the layer we see is :
Stratum lucidum
Stratum corneum
Stratum spinosum
Stratum granulosum
94
a fluid created by an infection :
tinea
pus
scabies
mildew
95
The gland that produces sweat is the:
Adrenal glands
Thyroid gland
Sebaceous gland
Sudoriferous gland
96
A circular stroking or gliding movement made at the start and end of the service:
vibration
petrissage
effleurage
friction
97
In addition to a healthy diet, it is important to have ___ as part of your lifestyle:
hair color
vitamin p
exercise
makeup
98
the part of the hair that is located below the skins surface is called the hair:
root
shaft
follicle
martix
99
Overexposure to the sun may cause:
scabs
verrucas
basal cell carcinoma
skin tags
100
Skin that needs more moisture and appears to look creepy, flaky, or thin is:
sensitive
hydrated
dehydrated
emulsified
101
A gliding or circular motion used in scalp or facial treatments that produces a relaxing effect on the client:
tapotement
friction
effleurage
vibration
102
The muscular system:
circulates the lymph and blood throughout the body
covers, shapes and holds the skeletal system in place
forms the physical foundation of the body
is made up of a group ductless glands that produce hormones
103
A common ingredient used to prevent bacteria, fungi, or other organisms from contaminating a product is a :
preservatives
peptide
fragrance
thickener
104
Type of salon operation where you rent a specified space within a business and you are not an employee of the business:
corporation
salaried renter
commission partner
booth rental
105
The system that has the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide through the breathing process :
digestive system
reproductive system
respiratory system
excretory system
106
After performing extractions, you should apply a/an:
lotion
mask
antiseptic
cleanser
107
A contraindication to chemical exfoliation :
Wrinkles
Hydrated skin
Both A & C
Pregnancy