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Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
Which layer of the hair shaft determines the strength and elasticity of the hair?
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Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the primary function of the stratum corneum in the skin?
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Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
Which of the following is a primary component of the nail plate?
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4.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In hair coloring, what is the role of an alkalizing agent?
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5.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What type of bond is broken by wet setting, thermal styling, and chemical hair relaxing?
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6.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What protein structure is primarily responsible for the unique curl pattern or straightness of an individual's hair?
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7.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What type of muscle is responsible for controlling the hair's erection in response to cold temperatures or fear?
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Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the primary purpose of the free edge in nail anatomy?
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9.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What effect does a low pH shampoo have on the hair?
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10.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the primary function of the acid mantle on the skin?
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11.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the main reason for using a toner after lightening the hair?
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12.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
Which phase of hair growth is associated with the active growth of hair cells at the root?
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13.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the primary cause of onycholysis?
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14.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In the context of skin aging, what is the primary cause of photoaging?
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15.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the main purpose of emulsifiers in cosmetic products?
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Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In cosmetology, what is the significance of understanding the Fitzpatrick Skin Typing?
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17.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What role does the enzyme tyrosinase play in the skin?
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18.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the effect of glycolic acid on the skin when used in chemical peeling procedures?
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19.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In the context of hair analysis, what does porosity refer to?
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20.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In cosmetology, what is the term for the study of the structure and composition of the skin?
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21.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
Which nail condition is characterized by white spots appearing on the nail due to minor trauma?
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22.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In cosmetology, the term "anagen effluvium" refers to:
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23.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
Which layer of the hair structure is primarily affected during a perm service?
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24.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
Which ingredient in skincare products is primarily used to increase moisture content by attracting water to the skin?
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25.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What effect does the use of high pH products have on the hair and scalp?
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26.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What role do ceramides play in skin care?
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27.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the primary structural difference between vellus hair and terminal hair?
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28.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
Which vitamin plays a crucial role in the synthesis of collagen, a vital component of the skin's structure?
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29.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the function of an oxidizing agent in hair coloring processes?
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30.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In trichology, what is the term for the condition characterized by excessive hair growth in areas not typically prone to hair growth in women?
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31.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In cosmetology, the term "effleurage" refers to:
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32.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the primary role of the enzyme catalase in the hair follicle?
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33.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
How does UV radiation from the sun contribute to skin aging?
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34.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
In the context of skin's absorption rates, which area of the body is known to have the highest absorption efficiency for topical products?
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35.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary purpose of a neutralizing shampoo after a chemical relaxer service?
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36.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
When performing a patch test for a hair color service, where is the recommended site for application?
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37.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary effect of ammonium thioglycolate when used in a permanent wave solution?
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38.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In balayage, what technique is commonly used to apply the lightener?
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39.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Which type of brush is most suitable for detangling wet hair without causing damage?
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40.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Which factor does NOT influence the processing time of a chemical relaxer?
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41.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary purpose of a scalp treatment before a chemical service?
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42.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the term for the measure of the hair's ability to absorb moisture?
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43.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What technique is used to check the accuracy of a haircut by using the opposite parting pattern from the initial cutting line?
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44.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
When performing a double-process lightening service, what is applied between the lightening and toning stages to help restore the hair's pH?
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45.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In hair coloring, what is the purpose of using a "bond builder"?
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46.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What factor determines the size and shape of the wave pattern in a permanent waving service?
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47.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
When analyzing the hair before a chemical service, what does the term "elasticity" refer to?
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48.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary benefit of using a low pH shampoo after chemical services?
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49.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In haircutting, what is the purpose of using the point cutting technique?
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50.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Which type of conditioner is left on the hair for a short period of time and then rinsed out, providing moisture and detangling benefits?
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51.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary reason for performing a strand test during a chemical relaxer service?
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52.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
When using a thermal iron, what determines the final curl formation?
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53.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the purpose of a scalp analysis before starting a hair service?
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54.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Why is it important to apply a protective cream around the hairline and ears before a chemical service?
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55.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In hair coloring, what does the term "level" refer to?
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56.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the main purpose of using a clarifying shampoo before a chemical service?
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57.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
How does the "slice" technique differ from traditional highlighting methods?
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58.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the effect of a high-frequency machine used during scalp treatments?
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59.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In trichology, what does the term "anagen phase" refer to?
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60.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary concern when performing a hair service on clients with tightly coiled hair?
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61.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Why is it important to use a thermal protecting product before heat styling?
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62.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What factor is most crucial in selecting the appropriate shampoo for a client?
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63.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the benefit of using a diffuser attachment on a blow dryer?
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64.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In hair coloring, what is the main purpose of using a toner after bleaching?
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65.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary effect of a hair mask compared to regular conditioners?
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66.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What technique is used in hair cutting to remove bulk without altering the overall length?
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67.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What determines the natural flow or direction of hair growth?
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68.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Why is it important to perform a tension test before a chemical service?
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69.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary reason for using a cap or foil in highlighting techniques?
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70.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
When performing a chemical relaxer service, why is it important to conduct a strand test?
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71.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary purpose of using a neutralizing shampoo after a chemical relaxer?
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72.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In the context of hair coloring, what does the term "double-process application" refer to?
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73.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Why is it important to apply a barrier cream to the hairline before starting a chemical texturizing service?
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74.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the key difference between a semi-permanent and a demi-permanent hair color?
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75.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What technique is primarily used to create a seamless blend of different hair colors or tones throughout the hair?
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76.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
Why is it crucial to perform a porosity test before a chemical service?
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77.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
In hair cutting, what is the purpose of using the point cutting technique?
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78.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
What is the primary function of a clarifying shampoo in hair care?
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79.
Cosmetology: Hair Care and Services
When performing a scalp analysis before a hair service, which of the following conditions would contraindicate a chemical service?
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80.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
In professional skin care, what is the purpose of performing a patch test before certain treatments?
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81.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
What is the primary concern when performing services on clients with couperose skin?
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82.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
What is the primary function of the stratum corneum in the skin's epidermis?
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83.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
What is the primary effect of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) on the skin?
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84.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
Which facial treatment is primarily aimed at extracting comedones?
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85.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
Which of the following ingredients is commonly used in products to improve skin hydration by attracting water to the skin?
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86.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
What skin condition is characterized by redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes acne-like bumps, primarily affecting the face?
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87.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
Which of the following is a primary benefit of using retinoids in skin care?
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88.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
What is a contraindication for microdermabrasion treatments?
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89.
Cosmetology: Skin Care and Services
What is the function of melanin in the skin?
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90.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
What is the effect of exposing gel nail polish to UV or LED light?
90 out of 100
91.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
In professional nail services, what does the term "capping the free edge" refer to?
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92.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
Which of the following is a common sign of nail fungus (onychomycosis)?
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93.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
In nail art, what is the purpose of using a dotting tool?
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94.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
What is the main purpose of the nail matrix?
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95.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
What is the primary reason for using a base coat under nail polish?
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96.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
Which technique is essential in the application of acrylic nails to prevent lifting?
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97.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
What is the primary purpose of a cuticle oil or cream?
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98.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
What is the recommended procedure for disinfecting nail tools that are not single-use?
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99.
Cosmetology: Nail Care and Services
Which nail condition is characterized by white spots on the nail plate and is often caused by minor trauma?
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100.
Cosmetology: Scientific Concepts
What is the pH range of healthy skin?
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