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PENNSYLVANIA COSMETOLOGY STATE BOARD
EXAM |2025- 2026 | ACTUAL 220Qs&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
The tough outer protective covering of hair is?
ANS:->>> Cuticle What is the average growth of hair per month?
ANS:->>> 1/2 inch A patchy loss of hair occurring on the scalp is called.
ANS:->>> Alopecia Areata 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? - >>>ANS:->>> Itch mites What is the technical term for split hair ends?
ANS:->>> Trichoptilosis What is the stage referred to when the hair continues to grow and survive? - ANS:->>>Anagen How far can dry, healthy hair be stretched without breaking? - >>>ANS:- 1/2 of it's length How many genes does a male need to inherit from either side of the family to inherit baldness? - >>>ANS:->>>One
Which hair loss treatment surgically removes the entire hair loss area? -
ANS:->>>Alopecia reduction What amount of pigment does gray hair have? - >>>ANS:->>>Gradual reduction of melanin What area of the body grows no hair? - >>>ANS:->>>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? - >>>ANS:->>>Terminal What is the name for excessive hair growth above a woman's lips and/or underneath the chin? - >>>ANS:->>>Hypertrichosis Which structure located along the hair root causes a "goosebump" skin appearance? - >>>ANS:->>>Arrector pili muscle What rate of tempo is cased by slow rate of motion or speed? - >>>ANS:->>> Decelerated Which body type has a straight, slender frame consisting of long narrow bones?
What does the facial feature zone one consist of? - >>>ANS:->>>Forehead An adult's average height is equivalent to how many head lengths? -
ANS:->>> 7 to 8 Which law of motion states that in every movement there is a second opposite movement? - >>>ANS:->>>Law 3 What is the characteristic of a concave profile? - >>>ANS:->>>Protruding chin a forehead What do blue-based colors evoke? - >>>ANS:->>>Coolness Which facial zone has the eyes are as the focal point of the overall design? - ANS:->>>Zone 2
One Which hair loss treatment surgically removes the entire hair loss area? - >>>ANS:->>>Alopecia reduction What amount of pigment does gray hair have? - >>>ANS:->>>Gradual reduction of melanin What area of the body grows no hair? - >>>ANS:->>>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? - >>>ANS:->>>Terminal What is the name for excessive hair growth above a woman's lips and/or underneath the chin? - >>>ANS:->>>Hypertrichosis Which structure located along the hair root causes a "goosebump" skin appearance? - >>>ANS:->>>Arrector pili muscle What rate of tempo is cased by slow rate of motion or speed? - >>>ANS:->>> Decelerated Which body type has a straight, slender frame consisting of long narrow bones? - >>>ANS:->>>Ectomorph What does the facial feature zone one consist of? - >>>ANS:->>>Forehead An adult's average height is equivalent to how many head lengths? - >>>ANS:->>> 7 to 8 Which law of motion states that in every movement there is a second opposite movement? - >>>ANS:->>>Law 3 What is the characteristic of a concave profile? - >>>ANS:->>>Protruding chin a forehead What do blue-based colors evoke? - >>>ANS:->>>Coolness Which facial zone has the eyes are as the focal point of the overall design? - >>>ANS:->>>Zone 2 When using the "Golden Ratio" and graceful proportion, the face is divided into?
ANS:->>>Thirds What are the 3 areas of the cranial division? - >>>ANS:->>>Facial, Parietal, Occipital
other scalp conditions? - >>>ANS:->>>Medicated Which type of surfectant is inexpensive, but has great deep cleansing abilities? -
ANS:->>>Anionic The lipophilic, or tail end of the surfectant molecule is attracted to? - ANS:->>>Dirt What do acidic solutions do to the hair? - >>>ANS:->>>Harden it What type of conditioner is generally lightweight and left on the hair? - ANS:->>>Leave in treatment What is the natural pH level for hair, skin, and nails? - >>>ANS:->>>4.5 to 5. The pH measurement of 7.1 to 14 is considered? - >>>ANS:->>>Alkaline Which surfectant is excellent for deep cleansing and oil removal from the scalp? - ANS:->>>Nonionic The hydrophillic or head end of the surfectant molecule is attracted to. - ANS:->>>Water What do alkaline solutions do to the hair? - >>>ANS:->>>Soften cuticle
Which water based processing system softens water by infiltrating it through a layer of sodium covered resin beads? - >>>ANS:->>>Ion Exchange What is the most "universal" solvent? - >>>ANS:->>>Water Which category of conditioners is deep penetrating and left on the hair for an average of 10 - 20 minutes? - >>>ANS:->>>Reconstructors What constitutes the highest dollar expenditure in hair-care products? -
ANS:->>>Shampoo Which type of conditioner is applied to hair, combed through, and rinsed immediately? - >>>ANS:->>>Instant Conditioner Which cross bond is the strongest and can only be broken by a chemical solution? - >>>ANS:->>>Disulfide What substance of the universe can exist in a solid, liquid, or gas? - ANS:->>>Matter ANS:->>>Dirt What do acidic solutions do to the hair? - >>>ANS:->>>Harden it What type of conditioner is generally lightweight and left on the hair? - >>>ANS:->>>Leave in treatment What is the natural pH level for hair, skin, and nails? - >>>ANS:->>>4.5 to 5. The pH measurement of 7.1 to 14 is considered? - >>>ANS:->>>Alkaline Which surfectant is excellent for deep cleansing and oil removal from the scalp? - >>>ANS:->>>Nonionic The hydrophillic or head end of the surfectant molecule is attracted to. - >>>ANS:->>>Water What do alkaline solutions do to the hair? - >>>ANS:->>>Soften cuticle Which water based processing system softens water by infiltrating it through a layer of sodium covered resin beads? - >>>ANS:->>>Ion Exchange What is the most "universal" solvent? - >>>ANS:->>>Water Which category of conditioners is deep penetrating and left on the hair for an average of 10 - 20 minutes? - >>>ANS:->>>Reconstructors What constitutes the highest dollar expenditure in hair-care products? - >>>ANS:->>>Shampoo Which type of conditioner is applied to hair, combed through, and rinsed immediately? - >>>ANS:->>>Instant Conditioner Which cross bond is the strongest and can only be broken by a chemical solution? - >>>ANS:->>>Disulfide What substance of the universe can exist in a solid, liquid, or gas? - >>>ANS:->>>Matter Which type of relaxer has the strongest ingredient used in straightening the hair? - >>>ANS:->>>Sodium Hydroxide The cortical layer for one strand of hair consists of spiraling. -
What is the main ingredient in an alkaline permanent wave? - >>>ANS:->>> Thioglycolate Acid What is the basic unit of all matter that cannot be broken down? -
ANS:->>>Element Which bond is broken when hair is shampooed and wrapped around perm rods? - ANS:->>>Hydrogen Which type of permanent wave is referred to as a cold wave and requires no application of heat? - >>>ANS:->>>Alkaline The 3 methods of relaxer application are? - >>>ANS:->>>Brush, Shampoo/tailcomb, fingers The 5 areas of analysis performed during the consultation are? - >>>ANS:->>> Scalp condition, density, elasticity, texture, porosity Which electrode is typically applied during a facial treatment? - >>>ANS:->>> Mushroom In which method of electrotherapy does the professional place the electrode directly on the skin or scalp? - >>>ANS:->>>Direct
The law that relates voltage (V) current (I), and resistance (R) is? -
ANS:->>>Ohms Law In which method of electrotherapy does only the client hold the electrode? - ANS:->>>General Which form of electrical therapy uses glass electrodes? - >>>ANS:->>>High frequency Which form of light therapy causes aging? - >>>ANS:->>>UVA What is placed over the client's eyes when using an infrared lamp? - ANS:->>>Safety Goggles
What are the requirements of a cosmetologist's exam? - >>>ANS:->>>- 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? - >>>ANS:->>>25 students to 1 teacher How many hours are required to become a nail technician? - >>>ANS:->>> 200 How many hours may daytime students earn? - >>>ANS:->>>- 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? - >>>ANS:->>>No Can hours be transferred from another school? - >>>ANS:->>>Yes
(True or False?) A client may not be left unattended during any chemical service. - >>>ANS:->>>True (True or False?) Electrical appliances shall be installed properly and grounded? -
ANS:->>>True (True of False?) Entrance to a salon that is in a private home shall permit clients to enter the salon through the house? - >>>ANS:->>>False ANS:->>>UVA What is placed over the client's eyes when using an infrared lamp? - >>>ANS:->>>Safety Goggles What are the requirements of a cosmetologist's exam? - >>>ANS:->>>- 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? - >>>ANS:->>>25 students to 1 teacher How many hours are required to become a nail technician? - >>>ANS:->>> 200 How many hours may daytime students earn? - >>>ANS:->>>- 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? - >>>ANS:->>>No Can hours be transferred from another school? - >>>ANS:->>>Yes (True or False?) A client may not be left unattended during any chemical service. - >>>ANS:->>>True (True or False?) Electrical appliances shall be installed properly and grounded? - >>>ANS:->>>True (True of False?) Entrance to a salon that is in a private home shall permit clients to enter the salon through the house? - >>>ANS:->>>False Follow and the regulations and instructions of the Federal Food and Drug Administration that appear on the chemical package. - >>>ANS:-
Manufacturer's Directions (MSDS) How long can a license be in escrow? - >>>ANS:->>>Less than 5 years How long after you finish your schooling do you have to take your theory and practical exams? - >>>ANS:->>>One year How long do you have before you have to renew your license? - >>>ANS:->>> 2 years How long is a temporary license valid? - >>>ANS:->>> 9 months
- Nail Tech
- Natural Hair Braider What is the distance of the physical area that surrounds you and exists between other people? - >>>ANS:->>>0 to 18 inches Which anatomy system does the condition osteoporosis affect? - >>>ANS:->>> Skeleton What is the recommended amount of daily calories needed to maintain proper nutrition?
ANS:->>>2, What is it called when you rephrase what the speaker told you? - >>>ANS:->>> Paraphrasing The 4 steps of active listening are focus, sense, understand, and. - ANS:->>>Paraphrase Which postural defect is referred to as swayback, an exaggerated inward curvature of the lower back? - >>>ANS:->>>Lordosis The scientific design method of safety, productivity and comfort in a workplace is called? - >>>ANS:->>>Ergonomics
What occurs when the upper spine degenerates and is associated with osteoporosis? - >>>ANS:->>>Dowager's hump Which vitamin aids in food absorption, promotes energy and maintains metabolism? - >>>ANS:->>>Vitamin B When the listener focuses on what the speaker is saying it is considered? -
ANS:->>>Active listening How you professionally present yourself both physically and emotionally within a business setting is referred to as? - >>>ANS:->>>Image The social interaction between you and all people with whom you come in contact is referred to as? - >>>ANS:->>>People skills The 5 signs of an infection are? (HARPS) - >>>ANS:->>>-Heat
- Ache
- Redness
- Pus
- Swelling
