State Board Practice #3

The area of the nail where the nail plate cells are formed is the:

What is the first step in the 10-Step Consultation method?

Buffering after surface filing ___.

Excessive use of ___ can cause onychorrhexis.

Which of the following is part of the lymphatic system?

The __, also known as focus, in a design is what draws the eye first, before it travels to the rest of the design.

Which masks contain special crystals and dry to a plaster-like consistency?

What year was the preheat-perm method introduced?

The term pH is an abbreviation used for potential __, and the symbol pH rpresents the quantity of __ ions in solution.

A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in the cells of a biological organism is a ___.

Traditionally, light cured gels relied on urethane acrylate; newer gel systems use __.

For which of the following skin lesions should the cosmetologist refer the client to his or her physician?

Structures composed of specialized tissues that perform specific functions in plants and animals are called ___.

A salary-plus commission structure is used to motivate practitioners to increase ___.

Shoes worn by stylists while working in the salon should be comfortable, closed-toe, ___, and provide arch support.

The ___ is the visual line in the haircut where the ends of the hair hang together.

What pin curl base is recommended for use along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style?

During the Renaissance, the unusual practice of shaving the eyebrows and hairline was performed to show a greater expanse of forehead. A brow-less forehead was thought to give a woman a look of greater ___.

Powdered persulfate salts added to haircolor to increase its lightening ability are ___.

The ultimate goal of effective makeup application is to enhance the client's ___.

What severe form of dandruff is accompanied by redness and inflammation?

The ___ of the client's hair and the desired results determine which haircolor to use.

It is important to __ a new brass pressing comb so that it will hold heat evenly along its entire length and provide consistent results.

___ is contraindicated, or not recommended, for clients with sever, uncontrolled hypertension.

Salon alpha hydroxy acid exfoliants are often referred to as ___.

Pressing combs with less space between the teeth produce a ___.

The main arteries that supply blood to the head, neck, and face are the ___.

What type of skin cancer is often characterized by scaly red papules or nodules?

___ is the last step in a perfect manicure.

The largest of the cranial nerves also called the fifth cranial nerve, is the ___.

What styling technique is used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining its shape?

Which term describes rosacea conditions with dilated surface blood vessels?

What are the pin curls that produce even, smooth waves and uniform curls?

What is a mechanical exfoliation that uses a closed vacuum to shoot crystals onto the skin?

What is the technical term for brittle hair?

Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of ___.

What unit measures the resistance of an electric current?

A small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid, but may develop pus is a ___.

The metal ring that keeps the bristles and handle of a brush together is the ___.

What is the least expensive wig option?

One essential part of any business plan is a ___, which establishes the purpose and values of an institution, provides a sense of direction by defining guiding principles and clarifying goals, and functions as the foundation for the business operation.

What factor differs between a relaxation scalp massage and a treatment scalp massage?

What type of hairpiece is constructed with a combination of synthetic hair and hand-tied human hair?

Despite what emotions a person feels, ___ and ___ skills will help people move to the next level in their career.

What are three active problem-solving word that should be utilized when building a positive vocabulary?

Which substances work to break down stubborn films and remove the residue of pedicure products such as scrubs, salts and masks?

What section of the pin curl lies between the base and first arc (turn) of the circle that gives the curl its direction and movement, and determines the amount of mobility or movement in a section of hair?

The thickness or diameter of the individual hair strand is referred to as hair ___.

Who were the biggest trendsetters in beauty applications in the early twentieth century?

Which action is the best example of a short-term goal?