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A collection of questions and answers related to a cosmetology final exam. It covers various aspects of the field, including hair care, scalp health, styling techniques, tools and equipment, safety practices, and business principles. The document can be a valuable resource for students preparing for their cosmetology final exam, offering insights into common exam topics and potential answers.
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If you encounter a client with an open wounds, reddened scalp irritations, abnormal scalp flaking, or infectious diseases, discontinue the service(s) and refer them immediately and tactfully to a(n)... ✔✔Physician
The ... for design are likely to come from many sources: movies, TV, magazines, videos, even a person on the street — anywhere, at any time. ✔✔Inspiration
Which guideline involves a small slice of a previous subsection that is moved to the next position and becomes the new guideline? ✔✔Traveling Guide
Arriving to work on time, starting the first client as soon as he or she arrives, and staying on schedule are good examples of real — life... ✔✔Time Management
Water is the most abundant and important element on Earth and is classified as a(n)... ✔✔Universal Solvent
What lines are curved and used to blend and soften horizontal or vertical lines? ✔✔Transitional Lines
During the shampoo procedure, apply small quantities of shampoo to the hair beginning at the... ✔✔Hairline
What nozzle attachment of a blow dryer directs the air stream to any section of the hair more intensely? ✔✔Consentrated
When creating full - base curls, the hair should be held with medium tension a... ✔✔125 Degrees
What are the two basic requirements for maintaining a healthy scalp? ✔✔Cleanliness & Stimulation
What technique allows you to cut hair very close to the scalp and create a flat top or square shape? ✔✔Clipper-Over-Comb Technique
Which action is best defined as removing all visible dirt and debris from tools, implements, and equipment by washing with soap and water? ✔✔Cleaning
What are the three habits mentioned in your text that can keep you from maintaining peak performance? ✔✔Procrastination, Perfectionism, & Lack Of Game Plan
What is considered to be the ideal profile? ✔✔Straight Profile
The ... is the stationary (non-moving) foundation of the curl, on the area closest to the scalp. ✔✔Base
Backbrushing, also known as ... , is used to build a soft cushion or to mesh two or more curl patterns together for a uniform and smooth comb out. ✔✔Ruffing
A(n) ... , also known as a guide, is a subsection of hair that determines the length the hair will be cut, and is usually the first section cut when creating a shape. ✔✔Guideline
A ... is a conversation between you and your client when you find out what the client is looking for, offer suggestions and professional advice, and come to a joint decision about the most suitable haircut. ✔✔Client Consultion
What product was first marketed by Charles Revson in 1932, and glamorized by early screen sirens, Jean Harlow and Gloria Swanson, in their early motion pictures? ✔✔Nail Polish
Which scenario is an example of an exposure incident? ✔✔A cosmetologist cuts herself while providing a service to a client
Which statement describes the proper use of waterless hand sanitizer in the salon? ✔✔Used after soap & water but can't be substituted for soap & water
What symptom of faulty organization results from scheduling too many tasks at one time and then putting them off to complete at a later date? ✔✔Procrastination
What is the working area of the hair that is separated prior to cutting? ✔✔Sections
What factor differs between a relaxation scalp massage and a treatment scalp massage? ✔✔Products Used
What type of curls are suitable for one length hair? ✔✔Spiral
... , also known as projection or lifting m, is the degree at which a subsection of hair is held from the head when cutting. ✔✔Elevation
Wavy, ... hair offers the most versatility in styling. ✔✔Medium
Which type of texture shear adds increased blending? ✔✔Texturizing Shears
The type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is known as... ✔✔Cocci
Which element of hair design is used to define texture and line, in addition to linking design elements together? ✔✔Hair Color
Organisms that grow, feed, and find shelter on or in a host organism are called... ✔✔Parasites
You can begin to make decisions about the best haircut for a client by analyzing his or her ... ✔✔Face Shape
Avoid excessive heat, particularly when pressing... hair, to avoid discoloration fans breakage. ✔✔Gray
Carbon buildup can be removed from the metal portion of a pressing comb by immersing the metal portion of the comb in a solution containing ... ✔✔Baking Soda
A tension in your shears that is too ... will allow your shears to fold the hair. ✔✔Loose
Archaeological studies reveal that haircutting and hairstyling were practiced in some form as early as ... ✔✔Ice Age
... , also known as hair mask or conditioning packs, are chemical mixtures of concentrated proteins and intensive moisturizers. ✔✔Deep Conditioning Treatments
What water purification process is used in the manufacture of cosmetics, in which water is heated until it becomes a vapor, then collected as a liquid? ✔✔Distillation
Surfaces on the head where the head changes, such as the ears, jawline, and occipital bone, are referred to as... ✔✔Reference Points
What section of the pin curl lies between the base and first arc (turn) of the circle that gives the curl it's direction and movement , and direction of mobility or movement in a section of hair? ✔✔The Stem
A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in cells of biological organism is a ... ✔✔Virus
... rollers are used only on dry hair because suing them on wet hair will snag and pull the hair. ✔✔Velcro
... water has had impurities, such as calcium, magnesium, & other metal ions, removed. ✔✔Deionised
What year was the preheat-perm method introduced? ✔✔ 1931
... back partings are used to create the illusion of width or height in a hairstyle. ✔✔Diagonal
The five important principles in art & design - proportion, rhythm, emphasis, & ... - are also the basis for hair design. ✔✔Harmony
Methicillin - Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) initially appears as a ... ✔✔Skin Infection
What is the process that completely destroys all microbial life, including spores? ✔✔Sterilization
The ... , or the amount of movement in the hair strand, varies from client to client, as well as within the same head of hair. ✔✔Wave Pattern
What are the four primary aspects of ethical professionals, as mentioned in your text? ✔✔Self Care, Integrity, Discretion, & Communication
The hand position that is used most often when cutting uniform or increasing layers is called... ✔✔Cutting over Fingers Technique
What are two conditioning agents that help restore moisture and elasticity to the hair shaft? ✔✔Protein and Biotin
a combination of understanding, empathy, and acceptance... ✔✔Sensitivity
The edge of a flat iron that is nearest to the stylist is called the... ✔✔Inner Edge
What substance, also known as liquid gel, makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger-waving procedure? ✔✔Finger Waving Lotion
A ... is a section of hair that is molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls. ✔✔Shaping
Shampoos that are created by combining the surfactant base with basic color pigments are called... ✔✔Color - Enhancing Shampoo
Which foot spa has come under scrutiny because disease - causing microorganisms tend to grow inside it? ✔✔Whirlpool
A ... profile has a receding forehead and chin. ✔✔Convex
What are the two defining characteristics of hair type? ✔✔Wave Pattern & Texture
Which action is the best example of a short-term goal? ✔✔Getting to class on time
Professionals who practice active listening and have both non - verbal and verbal skills, are effective at... ✔✔Communication
What process shapes and directs the hair into an S pattern through the use of the fingers, combs, and finger-waving lotion, and was the rage in the 1920s and 1930s? ✔✔Finger Waving
The moral principles by which we live and work are known as... ✔✔Ethics
Which group ushered in a new era of highlighting in the 1970s by introducing the art of hair weaving using aluminium foil? ✔✔French Hair Dressers
Which action is an acceptable way to clean tools or instruments? ✔✔Using a Cleaning Solvent