Florida Law
The number of members on the Board of Cosmetology
Seven
The use of a chemical to destroy potential pathogens
Disinfect
The direction in which the hair grows, also called the natural falling position
growth pattern
Natural nails should be filed in this direction
from sides to center
The range of numbers used in the pH scale
0-14
Soiled linens must be kept in a _______
Closed receptacle
The term describing the effectiveness of a disinfecting solution to kill germs when used according to label instructions
Efficacy
The visual line in the haircut where the ends of the hair hang together
Weight line
To avoid risk of infection, do not use nippers on clients who are _______
Diabetic
The active ingredient in alkaline permanent waves
Ammonium Thioglycolate
The minimum passing score on the state board exam
75%
The most frequently encountered infection on the foot resulting from nail services
Tinea Pedis
This technique allows you to cut hair very close to the scalp and create a flat top or square shape
Clipper-over-comb
The area of the nail where nail plate cells are formed
the Matrix
Chemical bonds that join amino acids together in long chains to form a polypeptide chain
Peptide Bonds
The number of board members that are cosmetologists
Five
Universal Precautions for bloodborne pathogens are regulated by this agency
OSHA
When cutting the hair at a 45 degree angle, you will create this shape
Graduated
A unique method of applying pressure with the thumb and index fingers to the hands and feet
Reflexology
The difference in the strength of most chemical hair relaxers is determined by the concentration of ______
Hydroxide
A licensed salon will be inspected at least ______ by the department
Biennially - every 2 years
A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in the cells of a biological organism
Virus
The number of individual strands on 1 sq inch of scalp, described as thin, medium, or thick
Product information on safe-handling guidelines, first aid, and proper storage can be found in this document
Material Safety Data Sheets
The three types of side bonds that are responsible for the elasticity and strength of the hair
disulfide, salt and hydrogen