While analyzing the client's skin, you notice the circular lesions of ringworm, which is caused by _____.
a fungus
During a waxing consultation, the client mentions they are taking a medication called isotretinoin. What should you do?
Avoid waxing entirely.
When cutting the hair, which degree of elevation will provide the most volume?
180 degrees elevation
When should the cosmetologist disinfect the work area after an exposure incident has occurred?
after disposing of all single-use contaminated objects
If a permanent waving lotion requires heat from a hood dryer to be applied in order to activate processing, what kind of reaction is required?
an endothermic reaction
The disorder shown in this image is called what?
onychophagy
A client with _____ will benefit from a mask containing humectants
dry skin
Which reference point(s) of the head are shown in the image?
apex
When cleaning a stove-heated pressing comb, which cleaning supply should be used to remove any black dust from the comb?
a steel wool pad
What is the purpose of a neutralizing shampoo when used in a process with hair relaxers?
to stop the relaxing process and return hair to its natural pH level
If a client has a nail bacterial infection, you should ____
refuse to provide any type of nail service
Which of the following massage techniques involves the fingertips striking the skin in rapid succession or fast tapping movements?
tapotement
During the consultation, you notice that your client's hair is brittle and breaks easily. What can you do to protect the hair during the shampoo service?
Use a lower-pH solution to minimize further damage to the hair.
What is a safety tip you should follow when first handling a thermal iron?
Test the iron's temperature using a white cotton towel or tissue.
When rinsing shampoo from the hair, start at the _____.
hairline
Gel products must be stored in a cabinet when not in use to prevent the gel from _____.
hardening
When using soft wax during a service, if wax strings and lands on the client in an area you do not wish to treat, you should remove it with ______.
a lotion designed to dissolve and remove wax
Why is it important to ask clients about any medications they are taking at the time of the permanent wave consultation?
to check if clients' medications will alter the perm results or result in hair breakage
What step comes first when performing proper hand washing?
rubbing the hands together for at least twenty seconds until a lather forms
A client comes in for an appointment who has highlighted hair that was toned with an ash blonde. During the service, you educate the client on how to maintain her ashy blonde between color appointments. What product would you recommend to the client?
color-enhancing shampoo
The equipment shown would be used for which skin care service?
waxing
When applying makeup to add width to close-set eyes, you will _____.
blend light colors in the inner corners and darker colors at the outer corners
You determine that the best haircut for your client is to remove weight from their straight hair and create layers. Which technique will you use for this cut?
Elevate the hair to 90 degrees and use vertical lines.
Which blowdryer attachment should you select for better control over styling, along with the ability to dry smaller, more exact portions of hair?
a narrow concentrator nozzle
The subsections of panels into which the hair is divided for perm wrapping are known as base sections. What size should they be?
the same length and width of the perm rod