Chapter 6
Which of the following is a condition in which the living skin around the nail splits and tears?
a. infected finger
b. hangnail
c. onychophagy
d. onychorrhexis
b. hangnail
Which of the following is the main ingrediant of oxidative haircolor?
a. melanin
b. hydrogen peroxide
c. halogen
d. plant-based dye
b. hydrogen peroxide
An extraction refers to a procedure in which
a. comedones are removed from follicles
b. steam is applied to the skin prior to a facial
c. mold, bacteria, and viruses are removed from hot towels
d. pores on the skin are dilated
a. comedones are removed from follicles
The skin undertone refers to
a. the color that contrasts with the client's skin color
b. the percentage of melanin in the skin
c. the shade of skin color
d. the pigments beneath the skin's outer layer
d. the pigments beneath the skin's outer layer
To help prevent the spread of infection after providing a service, you should disinfect all metal and reusable implements, throw away single-use items, wash linens, replace disposable towels, and
a. rinse any contaminated linens
b. throw away reusable implements
c. thoroughly clean and then disinfect the table surface
d. continue with the next service
c. thoroughly clean and then disinfect the table surface
What is the purpose of adding ammonia to haircolor?
a. it reduces the pH of the haircolor
b. it makes the haircolor more permanent
c. it increases the pH of the haircolor
d. it adds a pleasant fragrance to the haircolor
c. it increases the pH of the haircolor
An ultrasonic spatula is used to
a. mix different skin care products
b. exfoliate the skin and brighten the complexion
c. spread hydrating toner over the face
d. balance the pH of the skin
b. exfoliate the skin and brighten the complexion
a popular eyeshadow choice for green eyes is
a. silver
b. rust
c. green
d. peach
b. rust
Nail services are governed under
a. rine any contaminated linens
b. throw away reusable implements
c. thoroughly clean and then disinfect the table surface
d. continue with the next service
c. cosmetology laws
Which of the following statements is true for all hair lighteners?
a. hair lighteners reduce the overall density of the hair
b. hair lighteners break down the hair fiber by eroding the cuticle
c. hair lighteners are made of clay
d. hair lighteners are applied to the scapl
b. hair lightners break down the hair fiber by eroding the cuticle
which of the following devices works to enhance the skin by removing facial hair?
a. a rotary brush
b. an ultrasonic skin spatula
c. an ozone facial steamer
d. waxing units
d. waxing units
what is the main purpose of everyday makeup?
a. to camouflage wrinkles
b. to camouflage imperfections and blemishes
c. to give the wearer a more professional look
d. to accentuate facial contours
b. to camouflage imperfections and blemishes
If a client has a nail bacterial infection, you should
a. make sure the client washes the hands well before the service
b. wear gloves during the service
c. refuse to provide any type of nail service
d. make sure the client washes the hands well after the service
c. refuse any type of nail service
the main ingredient of hair lighteners is
a. ammonia
b. toner
c. sodium persulfate
d. hydrogen peroxide
c. sodium persulfate
how many skin types are known to commonly occur in the general population?
a. five
b. two
c. three
d. four
d. four
Which of the following products is least suitable for mature skin?
a. hydrating serums
b. muted eyeshadow colors
c. lightweight powders
d. glitter or frosted colors
d. glitter or frosted colors
which services can you offer a client with ingrown townails?
a. no services
b. a foot massage
c. clear polish only
d. a special pedicure
a. no services
What is the effect of the oxidation process when haircolor is applied to the hair?
a. it erodes the cortex
b. it breaks down the hair fiver
c. it decolorizes the natural melanin in the hair
d. it changes the density of the hair shaft
c. it decolorizes the natural melanin in the hair.
All of the following statements about different skin types are true except:
a. normal skin has no greasy areas or flaky skin
b. oily skin is characterized by very small pores
c. dry skin may lack elasiticity
d. combination skin has larger pores in the t-zone
b. oily skin is characterized by very small pores
which is the best type of blush to use on textured skin?
a. shimmer
b. cream
c. matte
d. pressed powder
c. matte