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FINAL EXAM!!!PENNSYLVANIA COSMETOLOGY
STATE BOARD EXAM 2025 - 2026|VERIFIED
200Qs&As|ALREADY GRADED A+
The muscle that covers the front lower leg and bends the foot up and in is called? ANS>>>Tibialis Anterior What yellowish fluid in the blood consists of approximately 90% water? ANS>>> Plasma Which part of the cell contains food substances for cellular growth and repair? ANS>>> Cytoplasm Which branch of the 5th cranial nerve consists of the lower 1/2 of the face and head? ANS>>> Mandibular What eye muscle allows eyelids to open and close? ANS>>> Orbicularis Oculi What is another name for the constructive stage of metabolism? ANS>>> Anabolism What type of nerve brings and sends messages to the central nervous system? ANS>>> Mixed What part of the hand is best used for massage? ANS>>> Cushions of fingertips
The nerve that carries impulses along the top of the foot to the skin is called? ANS>>> Dorsal nerve Where is the location of the ear muscle auricularis anterior? ANS>>> Front of the ear Which nerve is located on the little finger side of the arm, extending into the palm of the hand? ANS>>> Ulnar nerve Which end of the muscle is attached to an immovable section of skeleton? ANS>>> Origin What is produced when a motor nerve point is included in massage? ANS>>> Relaxation The muscles in the hand that draw the fingers together are called? ANS>>> Adductor Which artery delivers blood to the upper eyelids and forehead? ANS>>> Frontal artery Which type of muscle is smooth and responsible for involuntary movements? ANS>>> Non-striated muscle The muscle that is situated on the sides of the head and assists in chewing is called? ANS>>> Temporalis muscle
What is the pocket that surrounds the hair root called? ANS>>> Follicle What is the term used for yellow to red hair pigments? ANS>>> Pheomelanin Pityriasis is the technical term for. ANS>>> Dandruff A tuft of hair that is directed straight out of the scalp is called? ANS>>> Cowlick What is the name of the coloring matter that provides natural color to hair and skin? ANS>>> Melanin Which type of porosity has scales lying flat allowing minimal absorption? ANS>>> Resistant What is tinea? ANS>>> Ringworm What is required from both sides of the family for a woman to
inherit baldness? ANS>>> One gene each Which animal parasite burrows under the skin? Itch mites What is the technical term for split hair ends? Trichoptilosis What is the stage referred to when the hair continues to grow and survive? Anagen How far can dry, healthy hair be stretched without breaking? 1/2 of it's length How many genes does a male need to inherit from either side of the family to inherit baldness? One Which layer of hair is responsible for the elasticity in the hair? Cortex At what stage of growth does the hair stop growing and begin to disconnect from the follicle? Catagen What is the average number of hair on the scalp? 100,
Narrow oval What is the average life expectancy of hair in the anagen stage? 2 to 6 years What is the technical term for gray hair? Canities Which layer of hair contains melanin? Cortex In the composition of hair, 11 buncles of protofibrils will produce a. Microfibril Which hair loss treatment surgically removes the entire hair loss area? Alopecia reduction What amount of pigment does gray hair have? Gradual reduction of melanin What area of the body grows no hair? The palms of hangs and soles of feet
What is the hair referred to that grows under the arms, on t he legs, or in the ears and nose? Terminal What is the name for excessive hair growth above a woman's lips and/or underneath the chin? Hypertrichosis Which structure located along the hair root causes a "goosebump" skin appearance? Arrector pili muscle What rate of tempo is cased by slow rate of motion or speed? Decelerated Which body type has a straight, slender frame consisting of long narrow bones? Ectomorph What does the facial feature zone one consist of? Forehead An adult's average height is equivalent to how many head lengths? 7 to 8
person's hips? Mesomorph What do red based colors create in a hair design? Vibrancy Which face shape is ideally balanced? Oval How many zones are the facial features divided into? 3 What is the jar sanitizer where tools are completely immersed? Wet disinfection system The pH measurement of 0 to 6.9 is considered? Acid At what angle is the brush held to insert bristles at the underside of the section of hair nearest the scalp? 135 degrees
Define chemical draping. Neckstrip, towel, cape, towel The potential amount of hydrogen ions in a water-based solution is referred to as? pH Which shampoo contains an anti-microbic ingredient to remedy dandruff or other scalp conditions? Medicated Which type of surfectant is inexpensive, but has great deep cleansing abilities? Anionic The lipophilic, or tail end of the surfectant molecule is attracted to? Dirt What do acidic solutions do to the hair? Harden it What type of conditioner is generally lightweight and left
What is the most "universal" solvent? Water Which category of conditioners is deep penetrating and left on the hair for an average of 10 - 20 minutes? Reconstructors What constitutes the highest dollar expenditure in hair- care products? Shampoo Which type of conditioner is applied to hair, combed through, and rinsed immediately? Instant Conditioner Which cross bond is the strongest and can only be broken by a chemical solution? Disulfide What substance of the universe can exist in a solid, liquid, or gas? Matter Which type of relaxer has the strongest ingredient used in straightening the hair? Sodium Hydroxide
The cortical layer for one strand of hair consists of spiraling . Polypeptide chains What is created when 2 or more types of matter are blended together with no chemical altering? Mixture The type of permanent wave that is process with heat, has a pH of to. 8.5 to 9. What are the atoms called that have an excess amount of electrons in their orbiting paths? Ions What occurs in the permanent waving step when the neutralizer is applied to the hair? Disulfide bonds reform Glycerol monothioglycolate is the main ingredient in what type of permanent wave? Acid What are the 5 elements that make up
The 3 methods of relaxer application are? Brush, Shampoo/tailcomb, fingers The 5 areas of analysis performed during the consultation are? Scalp condition, density, elasticity, texture, porosity Which electrode is typically applied during a facial treatment? Mushroom In which method of electrotherapy does the professional place the electrode directly on the skin or scalp? Direct The law that relates voltage (V) current (I), and resistance (R) is? Ohms Law In which method of electrotherapy does only the client hold the electrode? General
Which form of electrical therapy uses glass electrodes? High frequency Which form of light therapy causes aging? UVA What is placed over the client's eyes when using an infrared lamp? Safety Goggles How many hours are required to be an Esthetician? 300 (True or False?) A salon must have adequate lavatories on the premises. True (True or False?) A school shall have separate lavatories on the premises for male and female students. True. (True or False?) Services outside a salon must be within the permission of the employing salon to a person at their residences and to the person who are confined to institutions. True
- 16 years of age or older
- Good moral character
- Completed 10th grade education or equivalent
- Completed 1250 hours of education
- 10th grade education is not required if veteran or 35 years of age
- Completed hours must not be less than 8 consecutive months as a daytime student and not less than 15 consecutive months for a nighttime student What is the ratio of student to teacher in the classroom for PA cosmetology schools? 25 students to 1 teacher How many hours are required to become a nail technician? 200 How many hours may daytime students earn?
- 8 hours a day
- Max of 40 hours per week
- A student cannot earn more than 8 hours in one day Can a booth be rented in Pennsylvania? No Can hours be transferred from another
school? Yes (True or False?) A client may not be left unattended during any chemical service. True (True or False?) Electrical appliances shall be installed properly and grounded? True (True of False?) Entrance to a salon that is in a private home shall permit clients to enter the salon through the house? False Follow and the regulations and instructions of the Federal Food and Drug Administration that appear on the chemical package. Manufacturer's Directions (MSDS) How long can a license be in escrow? Less than 5 years How long after you finish your schooling do you have to take your theory and practical exams? One year
