101 Life Skills
The art and science of beauty care?
What is Cosmetology
Bacteria that are harmless and can even be beneficial are called
What is nonpathogenic bacteria
The body system responsible for circulation of the blood, including the heart, arteries, veins and capillaries, is called the:
What is the cardiovascular system
The term used to identify anything that occupies space and has weight is called:
What is matter
A temporary change in form, texture, and direction
What is hair design
The study of the skin, its structure, functions, diseases and treatment is called
What is dermatology
The study of the structure and growth of the nails is called:
What is onychology
Stimulate blood circulation in the body
What is exercise
Bacteria that can cause infection and disease, produce toxins and spread easily is called:
What is pathogenic bacteria
The sticky, salty fluid that circulates through the body, bringing nourishment and oxygen to all parts of the body
What is blood
Basic substances that cannot be broken down into simpler substances are called:
What is an element
The two areas of hair design services are:
What is wet design and thermal design
The outermost layer of the skin
What is epidermis
Refers to the cosmetic care of the hands and fingernails
What is a manicure
An individual’s system for maintaining cleanliness and health
What is hygiene
The removal of surface or visible debris, organic materials and potential pathogens using soap, detergent or chemical cleaner is the infection control method of:
What is cleaning
The primary motor nerve of the face is the:
What is the facial nerve
This makes up the primary composition of hair.
What is keratin
The place where motion begins is known as:
What is the point of origin
Eliminates sweat, salt and wastes from the body
What is excretion
A treatment that soothes and moisturizes the skin
What is paraffin
Keeping the abdomen flat, the chin level and the head up are key points in having this
What is good posture
The infection control method that kills certain pathogens (bacteria, viruses and fungi) with the exception of spores on nonporous surfaces, tools and multi-use supplies is referred to as:
What is disinfection
Hair growth, skin conditions and energy levels are all controlled by the:
What is the endocrine system
On the pH scale, numbers less than 7 indicate this
What is an acidic solution
The size of the curl will be determined by this
What is the diameter of the tool
The epidermis, dermal, and subcutaneous are the
What are the 3 main layers of the skin
A polish technique that creates a natural-looking effect on nails
What is French polish
The science that looks at how individuals perform work and what body movements, tools and equipment benefit the health and comfort
What is ergonomics
The killing or destroying of all microbial life, including bacterial spores is the infection control procedure of:
What is sterilization
Light, heat, chemical and magnetic changes are all produced by:
What is electricity
On the pH scale, numbers greater than 7 indicate this
What is an alkaline solution
The component of a curl that determines the amount of movement?
What is the arc
The outmost protective layer of the skin
What is the epidermis
The nail is composed of this protein substance
What is keratin
Type of shoes should be worn to reduce fatigue caused by standing for long periods of time
What is low. broad healed shoes
If a victim appears to be having an allergic reaction, where could you locate information about product usage?
What is the SDS (safety data sheet)
When a blow dryer is on and air begins to flow, you have an example of:
What is a closed circuit
The pH range of hair, skin and nails
What is 4.5 to 5.5
A technique used to increase height and control form by creating a cushion or mesh at the base is called:
What is backcombing
Pigment that gives skin its color
What is melanin
The nail plate rests on this area of the nail
What is the nail bed
A condition that occurs when tendons become inflamed
What is tendonitis
The area of science involves the study of the organs and systems of the body?
What is anatomy
When too many appliances are put on one circuit and are operated at the same time, more current flows than the line is designed to carry. This is known as:
What is an overload
A mixture of two or more kinds of molecules, evenly dispersed
What is a solution
During which of the following service essentials should you assess the facts and thoroughly think through your recommendations?
What is Consult
Which skin type is recognized by the shiny T-zone?
What is combination skin
The part of the nail plate that extends beyond the end of the finger is called the:
What is the free edge
Inflammation of the fluid sac that lies between a tendon and skin or bone
What is bursitis
The study of the functions of the organs and systems of the body is known as:
What is physiology
Matter with definite weight and volume but no definite shape is called:
What is liquid
The ability of hair to absorb moisture, liquids or chemicals refers to the hair’s:
What is porosity
During which of the following service essentials should you produce a functional, predictable and pleasing result?
What is Create
Melanin-producing cells located in the basal layer of the skin
What are melanocytes
Cuticles can be softened by soaking fingernails this
What is a finger bowl
Eye contact, smiling and posture are all examples of:
What is non verbal communication
The control center of cell activities is called the:
What is the nucleus
The outer covering of the hairstrand made up of overlapping layers of transparent scales is called the:
What is the cuticle
The ability of hair to stretch and return to natural shape without breaking
What is elasticity
Which of the following tool positions will result in the least volume and the least base strength
What is off base
Brown or black melanin
What is Eumelanin
During a pedicure, this product is used to remove dead skin cells
What is sloughing lotion
The tone or inflection of your voice, level and rate of speech all play a role in:
What is verbal communication?
The point at which two or more bones are joined together is called:
What is a joint
The layer of hair consisting of unique protein structures that give the hair most of its pigment and strength (elasticity) is called the:
What is the cortex
Helps prevent the hair and skin from becoming too dry?
What is sebum
Which of the following tool positions will result in the strongest base and strength
What is maximum volume
Red or yellow melanin
What is Pheomelanin
A loosening or separation of the nail plate from the nail bed
What is oncholysis
Changing the pitch of your voice while speaking is called:
What is inflection
The bone that forms the back of the skull, indenting above the nape area, is the:
What is the occipital
The number of active hair follicles per square inch on the scalp refers to:
What is density
A massage movement involves light or heavy kneading and rolling of the muscles
What is petrissage
One of the protein fibers that helps give skin its elastic quality
What is collagen
Another term for bitten nails
What is onychophagy
Paraphrasing to summarize the meaning of what has been communicated is known as:
What is reflective listening
The bone that makes up the lower jaw and is the largest bone of the facial skeleton is the:
What is the mandible
Fragilitis crinium is the technical name for:
What is split ends
A massage movement involves light, gliding strokes and is often used to begin and/or end a treatment
What is effleurage
Skin layer that is completely alive
What is dermal
Any disease, disorder, or condition of the nail
What is onychosis
An outward reflection of your inner feelings, thoughts, attitudes and values defines your:
What is personality
The 5 long, thin bones that form the palm of the hand are the:
What are the metacarpals
A disorder that refers to a chronic scalp condition with excessive flaking, which accumulates on the scalp or falls to the shoulders, is known as dandruff or:
What is pityriasis
A massage movement consists of a light tapping or slapping and is used to promote muscle contraction?
What is tapotement
Sweat is excreted by this gland
What is sudoriferous
The cause of a disease, disorder or condition
What is etiology
Proper conduct in relationships with your employer, co-workers and clients is known as:
What is professional ethics
The study of the structure, function and diseases of the muscles
What is myology
What is formed when sebum produced by the oil glands mixes with the body’s perspiration?
What is acid mantle
A highly stimulating, shaking motion describes which massage movement
What is vibration
Most skin problems are caused by this
What is the sebaceous gland
Any nail service can be performed as long as there are no signs of this
What is infection
The ability to adapt or respond to change is called:
What is flexibility
The salon professional is primarily concerned with which type of muscles found in the head, face, neck, hands and arms?
What are voluntary muscles
The muscle that circles the mouth and is responsible for contracting, puckering and wrinkling the lips, as in kissing or whistling, is known as:
What is the orbicularis oris
Small cracks starting in the cuticle and splitting the hair entirely are known as brittle hair, fragilitis crinium or:
What is trichoptilosis
Secretes sebum that keeps skin soft, supple and pliable; prevents bacteria from invading the skin
What is secretion
The part of the nail that houses specialized stem cells that create the cuticle
What is eponychium