If the veins on the inside of the wrists look purple, the skin undertone is categorized as having __________ colors.
cool
What is the primary purpose of an ultrasonic spatula?
exfoliating
When applying hard wax above the lip, it should be approximately the thickness of a __________.
nickel
Pedicures were rarely performed up to and through the ______.
1980s
_________________ is also known as athlete's foot.
Tinea pedis
What is one of the four primary factors used to select colors that will enhance a client’s appearance?
hair color tone
A client has extremely small pores throughout the face and skin that is rough, thin, and tight to the touch. What is the client’s skin type?
dry
Before waxing, trim any hair that is longer than __________ inch.
0.50
What can help make it ergonomically easier for the cosmetologist to work on the client's feet?
pedicure stool
Which of the following nail disorders show signs of depressions running across the width of the nail plate due to a slowing production of matrix cells, which causes the nail plate to grow thinner and is usually the result of serious illness or injury?
Beau's lines
Which product can help minimize the look of wrinkles?
hydrating serums
Which skin type has even pore distribution, no greasy areas or flaky skin, few blemishes, and a lack of fine lines?
normal
A client had a laser treatment 3 weeks ago. Under which of the following conditions can waxing be performed?
Permission is received from a physician.
____________________ is an upscale service included in the massage of the feet and legs.
Hot stones
Which of the following nail disorders shows as a noticeably thin, white nail plate that is more flexible than normal and is usually caused by diet, heredity, internal disease, medication, or overfiling with an abrasive?
eggshell nail
Which of the following will improve the appearance of textured skin?
matte colors
What is petrissage?
a kneading movement performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing skin tissues with a light, firm pressure
Applying a product that contains alpha hydroxy acids to an area of skin where an exfoliating drug is used could cause __________.
skin blistering
How often should footbaths be cleaned and disinfected?
after each client's service
Which of the following nail disorders displays as dark purplish spots usually due to a small injury to the nail bed?
bruised nail bed
A client has green eyes and blonde hair that has warm tones. What color eye makeup would complement the client’s hair?
yellow-oranges
In which direction should the muscle be massaged?
from the insertion point toward the origin
A cosmetologist should avoid light treatments, such as intense pulsed light, if the client has __________.
epilepsy
The use of _________________ in the spa is banned in several states.
nail rasps
Which of the following nail disorders shows symptoms of the nail turning a variety of colors, which may indicate surface staining, a systemic disorder, or poor blood circulation?
discolored nail