ESTHI GAMMA State Board: Part 1

Having opposite poles in an electrical current means:

When sitting in a chair, it is important to:

In many cases, who is the first person to greet a client?

The promotion and advertising of cosmetics and many other products are regulated by the:

What is the smallest particle of a compound that contains all of the chemical properties of that compound?

Chemical substances produced by glands of the endocrine system are called:

All of the following statements are true about liquids EXCEPT:

Which of the following is NOT one of the three major biochemical compound groups in the body?

Salaries, sales commission and paid holidays are all examples of which of the following?

Which of the following is the resistance to the motion of the electrons through a conductor?

What is the body’s largest waste removal system?

Solvents that easily mix together are called:

Varicose veins refers to:

All of the following are examples of lipids EXCEPT:

Which of the following electrodes is NOT used for promoting or increasing product penetration?

A unit of electrical resistance is called a(n):

Which science studies the functions of the organs and systems of the body?

When bacteria is spread by contaminated equipment, surfaces or food, it is referred to as:

Which of the following terms is the act of exchanging ideas, thoughts or feelings?

Determining how many other skin care centers and estheticians are in the area is the first step in gauging the:

Which of the following is NOT one of the keys to successful client relationships?

In the event of a fire that results from electrical overload you should NOT:

The unifying concept used to organize elements and their similarities is called the:

The type of chemistry that deals with matter that was never living and does not contain carbon is called:

The process of converting raw materials in the form of carbohydrates, fats and proteins into energy is known as

The epidermis is primarily composed of:

Apocrine glands are located on all of the following parts of the body EXCEPT the:

he forearm bone located on the thumb side is the:

What number identifies how many protons are in a single atom of an element on the periodic table?

What is the microscopic study of the skin's tissue called?

A germicide which can kill bacteria that causes skin infections is known as:

Which of the following ratings indicates the number of electrons flowing through a particular line?

The subcutaneous layer of the skin is composed primarily of which type of tissue?

All of the following are types of nerves EXCEPT:

Which of the following types of tissue supports, protects and holds the body together?

Which of the following ultraviolet rays are the longest and most frequently used in tanning booths?

The growth of a parasitic organism within the body is known as a(n):

Forming a mental image of success is called:

An estimate of what you think you will earn in revenues and what you think you will pay out in expenses is called a(n):

How many milliamperes equal one ampere?

The three basic elements of a personal financial statement are:

The solid, or dissolved part, of a solution is called the:

All of the following are steps to be taken in the event of a cut, scratch or embedded object in the eye EXCEPT:

What types of atoms are not missing any electrons in their outermost orbit shell?

Which type of buyer wants to save money and concentrates more on price than quality?

Intended messages may be unclear with the use of:

The buyer type that bases purchases more on personal reasons than facts is known as a(n):

Information an applicant is required to provide on a resumé may include all of the following EXCEPT:

What is the first step in proper handwashing procedure?

Which of the following is NOT a unit of measurement for electricity?

Usually the best choice of clothing for an esthetician is:

Which of the following have a positive electrical charge and identify the atom?

Lymph functions include all of the following EXCEPT:

Ingredients that are designed to dissolve keratin proteins on the surface of the skin are called:

Ingredients that possess the ability to destroy bacteria that can cause undesirable effects on the skin are described as

Which receptor is responsible for reporting light pressure and cold?

Anything that occupies space is called:

A strong protein substance that, when broken down, forms bundles that strengthen and give structure to the skin is:

Bacteria or viruses that are transmitted through blood or body fluids and cause infectious diseases are called:

Which of the following measurements per esthetician allows for an efficient working space?

Separate body structures that perform specific functions are:

More electrical current flowing through a line than the line is designed to carry is called a(n):

Which of the following skin growths is the most dangerous?

Which of the following treatments break down blockages in the skin such as clogged pores or blackheads?

Which of the following treatments produces beneficial effects on the body using light rays or waves?

Required labels on all disinfectants that inform the user about what organisms the product is effective against are call

Of the following descriptions, which does NOT represent a way an employee can be paid?

What type of light normally produces “red” tones or “warm” casts and is produced by the ordinary light bulb?

The transfer of heat via direct contact is:

An esthetician should handle a complaint:

What effect does a rotating brush produce?

Which of the following elements is NOT a characteristic of a pleasing personality?

Which cells protect the layers of the skin found below the stratum corneum?

What is the title given to a form of operating agreement in which a fee is paid to a parent corporation?

How many primary functions does the skin perform?

Other essential nutrients the body needs include:

Which of the following items contains very few minerals?

Of the descriptions below, which is NOT an example of a product's features?

The skin and its layers make up the:

The chemical behavior of an atom depends mostly on the:

Which of the following is composed of hard keratin?

What are fatty acids that have been exposed to hydrogen?

What layer of the epidermis is the toughest and acts as a barrier to moisture loss?

What method of advertising is considered to be the most effective in building a clientele?

An individual should maintain a current, thorough, error-free:

What ingredient is used in cosmetic products to keep them firm, yet soft and easy to apply to the skin?

Which of the following categories generally accounts for 50% of the expenses for a skin care center?

The molecular weight of each element is determined by the:

The flow of electricity along a conductor is called a(n):

Which of the following is the most abundant element in the earth’s crust?

Which of the following is the term used to describe a base

Which of the following is NOT a receptor of sensation in the dermal layer of the skin?

Learned behaviors that are reinforced through events in the environment are:

Which of the following cells are located in the dermis and respond to allergies by releasing histamines?

What is the lowest layer of the epidermis?

Which degree of burn destroys all skin layers and underlying tissue and nerves?

When positive and negative ions join, they are held together by a(n):

Which branch of the trifacial nerve is the main nerve branch to the lower 1/3 of the face?

Microphage cells perform which of the following functions?

An opening in the skin that contains the root of a hair within it is called a: