Quiz: State Board Cosmetology! Exam

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Quiz: State Board Cosmetology! Exam - Quiz

Are you familiar with state board cosmetology? Do you think you know everything to be able to pass this quiz on Cosmetology? You will have to know different head portions, such as scalp and crown, the difference between fine and coarse hair, how to give a chemical wave, and how to treat damaged hair. This quiz will help you know more about the expectations of the State Board of Cosmetology. Go for it.

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1.

If the cuticle is slightly raised and accepts color products easily, the hair is:
- A.
  
  Normal
- B.
  
  Resistant
- C.
  
  Fine
- D.
  
  Coarse
2.

Before giving a chemical wave, the hair should be:
- A.
  
  Slightly dampened
- B.
  
  Brushed vigorously
- C.
  
  Given a cream rinse
- D.
  
  Analyzed and shampooed
3.

To add strength and body to damaged hair, it is advisable to give a:
- A.
  
  Massage treatment
- B.
  
  Hair analysis
- C.
  
  Permanent wave
- D.
  
  Conditioning treatment
4.

A coiled, corkscrew shaped bacteria cell that causes syphilis and cholera is
- A.
  
  Bacilli
- B.
  
  Spirilla
- C.
  
  Streptococci
- D.
  
  Cocci
5.

Which determines the texture of the hair?
- A.
  
  Porosity
- B.
  
  Elasticity
- C.
  
  Diameter
- D.
  
  Density
6.

If a temporary color rinse is applied to normal hair, it will
- A.
  
  Coat the cuticle layer
- B.
  
  Coat the medulla layer
- C.
  
  Penetrate the cuticle
- D.
  
  Penetrate the medulla
7.

Why is an antiseptic applied to tweezed areas during arching?
- A.
  
  To open pores
- B.
  
  To eliminate pain
- C.
  
  To avoid infection
- D.
  
  To remove dead skin
8.

Which instrument should be used to slither a client's hair?
- A.
  
  Razor
- B.
  
  Shears
- C.
  
  Clippers
- D.
  
  Thinning shears
9.

Why is it necessary to use a conditioner-filler during a chemical relaxer retouch service?
- A.
  
  Coats and seals the relaxer into the hair
- B.
  
  Allows deeper penetration of relaxer into the hair shaft
- C.
  
  Helps even the porosity
- D.
  
  Increases neutralizing time
10.

What type of manicure is suggested for dry cuticles and brittle nails?
- A.
  
  Oil
- B.
  
  Machine
- C.
  
  Regular
- D.
  
  Antiseptic
11.

Nerves and blood vessels are found in the nail
- A.
  
  Bed
- B.
  
  Plate
- C.
  
  Lunula
- D.
  
  Cuticle
12.

Which of the following is the peak of a finger wave?
- A.
  
  Line
- B.
  
  Trough
- C.
  
  Ridge
- D.
  
  C-shape
13.

During the processing time in chemical waving, the hair has a tendency to
- A.
  
  Expand
- B.
  
  Harden
- C.
  
  Contract
- D.
  
  Circulate
14.

What is made of cells, blood, calcium carbonate, and calcium phosphate?
- A.
  
  Nerves
- B.
  
  Teeth
- C.
  
  Bones
- D.
  
  Tendons
15.

Disulfide bonds are broken by the
- A.
  
  Shampooing process
- B.
  
  Winding process
- C.
  
  Chemical wave solution
- D.
  
  Neutralizing solution
16.

Which of the following are tint removers designed to remove?
- A.
  
  Natural pigment
- B.
  
  Temporary colors
- C.
  
  Artificial pigment
- D.
  
  Conditioner build-up
17.

A client with which of the following nail conditions should be referred to a physician?
- A.
  
  Blue nails
- B.
  
  White spots
- C.
  
  Onychophagy
- D.
  
  Onychomycosis
18.

Scalp manipulations should NOT be performed if
- A.
  
  Abrasions are present
- B.
  
  Henna is to be applied
- C.
  
  The hair has been tinted
- D.
  
  The hair has recently been brushed
19.

The shortest processing time in chemical waving is usually required for hair which is
- A.
  
  Fine
- B.
  
  Coarse
- C.
  
  Resistant
- D.
  
  Lightened
20.

Frequent shampooing with highly alkaline shampoo may cause the hair to become
- A.
  
  Dry
- B.
  
  Oily
- C.
  
  Curly
- D.
  
  Thick
21.

When tinting lightened hair back to its natural shade, it is necessary to
- A.
  
  Apply a filler
- B.
  
  Soften the hair
- C.
  
  Use a color rinse
- D.
  
  Strip the hair shaft
22.

Which one of the following should be done to protect a sensitive scalp during a relaxer treatment?
- A.
  
  Apply a protective base
- B.
  
  Use a mild shampoo
- C.
  
  Apply a conditioner to hair
- D.
  
  Use astringent on the scalp
23.

High elevation in haircutting is used to
- A.
  
  Add bulk
- B.
  
  Thin hair
- C.
  
  Create layers
- D.
  
  Establish guidelines
24.

What is the function of keratin?
- A.
  
  It protects the skin from injury
- B.
  
  It nourishes the connective tissue
- C.
  
  It gives flexibility to the nail
- D.
  
  It forms the base of all horny tissue
25.

Which should be used to stop the bleeding of a minor cut during a manicure?
- A.
  
  Iodine
- B.
  
  Styptic pencil
- C.
  
  Alcohol
- D.
  
  Alum powder