This free barber exam study guide teaches the barbering knowledge and technical skills the state barber license theory exam tests, organized to the current (National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology) barber theory content outline.[1] The NIC theory exam is the written test most state boards use to license barbers.
It’s interactive, not a wall of text: every module has built-in checkpoint quizzes, flashcards, and practice questions, so you learn barbering by doing — not just reading. Barbering shares its sanitation, infection-control, and state-law foundation with the related personal-care exams, so if you’re comparing paths, see our cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician study guides — but barbering’s technical core (clipper work, shear-over-comb, the straight-razor shave, and facial-hair design) is its own distinct craft, and that is what this guide drills.
What the Barber Exam Is
In most states a barber license requires passing two parts: a written (theory) examination and a hands-on practical exam. The theory portion is usually the NIC barber theory exam: a 50-question, multiple-choice test with a 90-minute time limit, delivered through a state board or test vendor such as PSI or Pearson VUE.[1] It tests the knowledge a competent barber needs — not just terms, but the judgment to keep clients safe, analyze hair and skin, and choose the right service and technique.
The single most useful thing to know before you study: the exam rewards safety and analysis before technique. Many items describe a client situation and ask what a competent barber does first — and the right answer almost always protects against infection and injury, analyzes the hair or skin, then performs the service, refusing or referring whenever skin is broken or a condition is contagious.
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Sanitation (cleaning)
The lowest level — soap, water, and scrubbing remove visible debris, oils, and most surface germs but do NOT kill pathogens. It is always the first step before any disinfection.
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Disinfection
An EPA-registered, bactericidal/virucidal/fungicidal disinfectant kills most pathogens on hard, nonporous tools (combs, shears, clipper blades). This is the standard a barbershop must meet on reusable implements between clients.
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Sterilization
Destroys ALL microbial life, including bacterial spores. True sterilization needs an autoclave (pressurized steam). It is the highest level and is required when an implement may contact blood.
One naming note worth keeping straight: “barber” is a license, not a single national exam. Most states adopt the NIC theory and practical exams, but content emphasis, the practical format, and state-law sections vary by jurisdiction. This guide teaches the NIC barber theory blueprint — always confirm your state’s candidate information bulletin for the exact item counts, any state-law questions, and the practical requirements.[2]
Barber Exam Snapshot
| Detail | Barber theory (NIC) |
|---|---|
| Credential | State barber license (issued by your state barbering/cosmetology board) |
| Exam used | NIC barber theory (written) examination, plus a separate practical exam |
| Questions | 50 scored multiple-choice (plus a few unscored pretest items) |
| Time | 90 minutes |
| Delivery | Computer-based, multiple-choice (PSI / Pearson VUE / state vendor) |
| Scoring | Scaled score on a 0–110 scale; 75 required to pass |
| Result | Pass / Fail, with a per-content-area breakdown |
| Eligibility | Set by your state board — completion of approved barbering training hours |
The NIC barber theory exam scores four content areas.[1] Study by weight—Hair Care Services is the single largest, and together with Scientific Concepts it is roughly three-quarters of the exam:
Module 1 · Infection Control, Safety & Sanitation
Part of the Scientific Concepts area — the highest-yield safety material on the exam. Before any technique, a barber protects the client and themselves. Infection control questions are frequent and concrete, and they test rules you must know cold.
1.1 Bacteria, Viruses & Disease Transmission
Most shop infections come from — one-celled microorganisms that reproduce by dividing in two (binary fission).[3] Round, pus-producing that grow in clusters can cause skin abscesses. Viruses, by contrast, must invade a host cell to reproduce.
Disease spreads two ways: is person to person (a client coughs onto the barber’s hands), and is through a contaminated object such as an unsanitized comb.
1.2 Cleaning, Disinfection & Sterilization
Decontamination comes in three levels, and the order matters.[3]
(cleaning) uses soap and water to remove visible debris but does not kill pathogens. with an EPA-registered product kills most pathogens on hard, nonporous tools — the barbershop standard for reusable implements between clients.[9] destroys all microbial life, including spores, and true sterilization of metal tools requires an .
The single most-tested rule: you must clean before you disinfect, because debris shields germs from the disinfectant.
| Level | What it does | Barber use |
|---|---|---|
| Sanitation (cleaning) | Removes visible debris; lowers germ counts; does not kill pathogens | Always the first step — wash hands, scrub tools |
| Disinfection | Kills most pathogens on hard, nonporous tools (EPA-registered) | Reusable implements between every client |
| Sterilization | Destroys all microbial life, including spores (autoclave) | Anything that may contact blood |
— setting a used razor on the same tray as freshly disinfected combs, or reusing an unsanitized comb — is prevented by keeping clean and used tools separated and using a fresh or disinfected set for each client.
1.3 Chemical Safety & Bloodborne Pathogens
Two safety topics are heavily tested. First, — infectious microorganisms in blood such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV. Because razors and clippers can nick the skin, any implement that contacts blood must be sterilized or discarded; disinfection alone is not enough.[5]
Second, chemical safety: strong products such as relaxers and lighteners can cause chemical burns on skin and release hazardous fumes. The barber works in a well-ventilated area to reduce inhalation risk, because repeated overexposure can cause chemical sensitivity or allergic contact dermatitis — and some hair-smoothing products can release formaldehyde.[6]
Checkpoint · Infection Control, Safety & Sanitation
Question 1 of 8
What type of microorganism causes the most common infections a barber must guard against and reproduces by simply dividing in two?
Module 2 · Anatomy, Hair & Scalp Science
The rest of the Scientific Concepts area. A barber needs enough anatomy and skin science to position clients safely, massage correctly, and recognize when a scalp or skin condition means service or referral.
2.1 Bones, Muscles & Massage Theory
The cranium is made of eight bones; the parietal bones form the crown and upper sides. The maxillae form the upper jaw, and the zygomatic (malar) bones form the cheek prominences a cape drapes over.
The temporomandibular joint lets the lower jaw open and close — something the barber considers when positioning a client for a shave. Key muscles include the temporalis (closes the jaw), the sternocleidomastoid (turns and tilts the head), the buccinator (compresses the cheeks), and the trapezius (back of the neck and upper shoulders).
In massage theory, the origin is the fixed attachment of a muscle; manipulations are generally directed from insertion toward origin, because the wrong direction can strain or stretch the tissue.
2.2 Skin & the Integumentary System
The skin () is the body’s largest organ and first line of defense, and its appendages include hair, nails, and the sweat and oil glands.[3] It has three layers: the (outermost — what the clipper and razor contact, with produced in its deepest part), the (the deep living layer holding blood vessels, nerves, follicles, and glands), and the (fat and cushioning). The sudoriferous (sweat) glands help regulate temperature when a client perspires under a warm towel.
Epidermis
The outermost layer — what the clipper, comb, and razor contact. Its deepest part (the basal layer) produces melanin, the pigment that colors skin and hair.
Dermis
The deep, living layer beneath the epidermis. It holds blood vessels, nerve endings, hair follicles, and the sweat (sudoriferous) and oil (sebaceous) glands.
Subcutaneous (adipose) layer
The fatty layer beneath the dermis. It stores fat, insulates the body, and cushions and protects the structures above it.
2.3 Hair Loss & Scalp Disorders
The exam tests whether a barber can tell a serviceable condition from one that requires refusal and referral.
(male pattern baldness), (tension from tight braids), and (post-illness shedding) are noncontagious — service is fine. and are likewise noncontagious. But (scalp ringworm) is contagious: the barber must refuse the service and refer the client to a physician.[4]
- Dandruff (pityriasis capitis simplex). Dry, white-to-gray flaking; noncontagious. The barber may service and can recommend a medicated anti-dandruff shampoo.
- Seborrheic dermatitis. Chronic inflammation with greasy yellowish scales and redness in oily areas; noncontagious. Service is allowed; refer to a physician if severe.
- Androgenic / traction / telogen hair loss. Patterns of hair loss (male-pattern, tension from tight styles, post-illness shedding). Not contagious — the barber may service and advise gentler styling.
- Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm). A contagious fungal infection (round, scaly patches). The barber must REFUSE the service and refer the client to a physician.
- Open sores, abrasions, or active infection. Any broken skin, pus, or inflamed lesion in the service area. Do not perform chemical services or shaving — refer out.
Checkpoint · Anatomy, Hair & Scalp Science
Question 1 of 8
Which body system is responsible for producing hormones that regulate growth, including hair growth, through ductless glands?
Module 3 · Implements & Equipment
One scored content area — about 10% of the exam (≈ 5 items). Smaller, but easy points: know what each tool is for, and how to care for and store the sharp ones safely.
3.1 Shears, Clippers & Razors
Standard cutting shears remove length; (texturizing shears) have notched, toothed blades that remove bulk and blend without changing the overall length. A trimmer or outliner (edger) details the hairline, sideburns, and neckline.
Clippers may use a single adjustable blade or a snap-on system that lets the barber quickly swap cutting sizes. Razors range from the classic straight razor (kept sharp with a hone and strop) to a changeable-blade (guarded) razor that takes a fresh disposable blade per client — reducing the need for honing and stropping.
3.2 Tool Care, Honing & Storage
A is an abrasive sharpening stone that grinds and sharpens a dull or rough razor edge; a is a leather or fabric strip that smooths and aligns the already-sharp edge just before shaving and does not grind.
Clipper blades are oiled regularly so they glide, cut cleanly, run cooler, and resist rust, and brushed free of hair. A neck duster removes loose clippings; a neck strip or towel under the cape keeps it off bare skin. Sharp implements are stored clean, disinfected, dry, and with edges shielded in a closed container or drawer.
Checkpoint · Implements & Equipment
Question 1 of 8
A barber wants to outline the hairline, sideburns, and neckline with crisp, clean lines after the bulk cut is finished. Which implement is designed primarily for this detailing and edging work?
Module 4 · Hair Care Services
One scored content area — about 40% of the exam (≈ 20 items), the single largest. This is the heart of barbering: consult and analyze, shampoo, cut, and — carefully — perform chemical services and color.
4.1 Consultation, Analysis & Shampooing
Every service begins with a client consultation — discussing the desired style, lifestyle, and hair history — followed by hair analysis. The barber checks (how far a wet strand stretches and returns) and (how readily the cuticle absorbs liquid), and notes growth patterns like a cowlick.
Shampooing cleanses dirt, oil, and product buildup using warm (lukewarm) water and the cushions of the fingertips in firm circular movements; a slightly acidic conditioner then closes and smooths the cuticle for shine. Specialty shampoos include medicated anti-dandruff and clarifying (residue-removing) formulas.
4.2 Haircutting: Elevation, Guides & Tapering
is the angle the hair is lifted before cutting, and it controls the cut’s shape. Zero elevation cut straight across builds a blunt, one-length form; low elevation builds with a weight line; 90° or higher creates layers.
The first cut becomes a the rest is matched to. (or clipper-over-comb) blends and tapers short hair on the sides, back, and nape, and a fade uses progressively higher guard lengths to blend short to long with no visible line.
Safety stays in the cut: keep shear points directed away, work carefully around a raised mole, and refuse a chemical service over open sores or infection.
0° elevation (no lift)
Blunt / one-length
Hair held flat against the head and cut straight across, building maximum weight. Produces a solid, blunt, one-length form.
Low elevation (graduation)
Graduated / stacked
Hair lifted at a low angle so lengths stack; builds a graduated shape with a visible weight line — the classic taper on the sides and back.
90°+ elevation (layering)
Layered
Hair lifted to 90° or higher and cut to a guide; removes weight and creates layers. Lifting all hair to one point gives increasing (uniform) layers.
4.3 Chemical Services & Haircolor
Chemical services reshape or recolor the hair by altering its bonds, so analysis and testing come first. A uses thioglycolate to break the hair’s disulfide bonds, the rod size sets the curl size, and a re-forms the bonds to lock in the curl.
A relaxer does the reverse to straighten: a is a strong, high-pH lye product that needs a protective base cream, while a milder works at a lower pH — and the two are incompatible on the same hair.[8]
Always do a first, and never overlap fresh chemical onto already-processed hair, which can cause breakage. For color, a 24–48 hours ahead checks for allergy, and (hydrogen peroxide) develops color and lifts natural pigment.[7]
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Break the bonds (waving lotion)
An alkaline thioglycolate waving lotion penetrates the cortex and breaks the hair's disulfide (sulfur) bonds — the strong cross-links that hold the hair's shape — softening the strand so it can be reshaped.
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Mold to the new shape (perm rods)
The softened hair is wrapped around perm rods; the rod size determines the curl size. A smaller rod makes a tighter curl, a larger rod a looser wave.
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Re-form the bonds (neutralizer)
The neutralizer (an oxidizer) rebuilds the broken disulfide bonds in their new, curled position, locking in the wave. Skipping or rushing this step leaves the curl weak and short-lived.
Checkpoint · Hair Care Services
Question 1 of 8
Before beginning any haircut, a barber sits with the client to discuss the desired style, lifestyle, and hair history. What is this initial step called?
Module 5 · Facial Hair & Skin Care Services
One scored content area — about 14% of the exam (≈ 7 items). The straight-razor shave is barbering’s signature service, and the exam tests its order and its safety rules, plus facial-hair design and basic facials.
5.1 The Straight-Razor Shave
A shave follows a set order.[1] First, examine the skin — never shave over an open cut, sore, or active infection in the shave area. A warm, moist towel softens the beard and opens the pores, then lather softens the hair further and lubricates the skin.
The barber stretches the skin taut and shaves (the direction of growth) on the first pass to avoid irritation and nicks; the freehand stroke (drawn toward the barber) is the most common.
The classic professional shave divides the face into about fourteen shaving areas for systematic coverage. Afterward, a cool towel and an astringent or aftershave soothe the skin and help close the pores.
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Analyze & drape
Examine the skin first. If there is an open cut, sore, or active infection in the shave area, do NOT shave — refer out. Otherwise drape and protect the client.
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Soften the beard (hot towel)
Apply a warm, moist towel to soften the beard hair and open the pores, then lather with shaving cream or soap to soften the hair further and lubricate the skin.
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Shave with the grain
Stretch the skin taut with the free hand for a smooth, flat surface, and stroke the razor with the grain (the direction the hair grows) on the first pass to avoid irritation and nicks.
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Re-lather & finish
Re-lather for any close second pass, then apply a cool towel and an astringent or aftershave to soothe the skin and help close the pores.
5.2 Facial Hair Design & Facials
When designing a mustache or shaping a beard, proportion should relate to the size and shape of the client’s facial features; clean cheek and neckline borders give a defined, balanced shape that frames the face. Basic facial treatments use massage manipulations: is light, continuous stroking used to begin and end a massage, and is a kneading movement that lifts, squeezes, and rolls the tissue. Steam or warm towels soften the skin and open the pores before cleansing, and the barber always reviews the client’s intake form for allergies and skin conditions first.
Checkpoint · Facial Hair & Skin Care Services
Question 1 of 8
Before a straight-razor shave, a barber applies a warm, moist towel to the client's face. What is the main purpose of this step?
How to Use This Barber Study Guide
This guide is built to be worked, not just read. Because the barber theory exam tests applied judgment, the most efficient path to a pass is to learn the material and the order in which a competent barber works:
- Study by weight. Hair Care Services (≈40%) and Scientific Concepts (≈36%) are about three-quarters of the exam — start there.
- Master the high-yield staples. The decontamination levels, cross-contamination, bloodborne-pathogen rules, the skin layers, contagious vs. serviceable scalp conditions, elevation and guides, and the thio-vs-hydroxide relaxer rule recur constantly.
- Practice the sequence. Protect against infection, analyze the hair/skin, then perform the service — refusing or referring whenever skin is broken or a condition is contagious.
- Check off as you go. Use the Study Guide Contents to mark each section done — it raises your exam-readiness score.
- Take every checkpoint. The end-of-module quizzes show exactly which content areas need another pass.
- Then prove it. Send your weak area into the flashcards and a practice test, and read every rationale — that is how the knowledge sticks.
Barber Concept Questions
Common barbering concepts candidates search while studying for the NIC/state barber theory exam — each answered briefly and backed by an official source. Test yourself, then drill them as flashcards.
Barber Glossary
The high-yield barber terms in one place — hover any dotted term in the guide, or flip the whole deck here as a self-grading flashcard set.
- Androgenic alopecia
- Hereditary, hormone-related hair loss (male pattern baldness) showing as a receding hairline and thinning crown; noncontagious.
- Autoclave
- A device that uses pressurized steam to truly sterilize metal implements; the only barbering method that destroys all microorganisms, including spores.
- Bacteria
- One-celled microorganisms that reproduce by dividing in two (binary fission); responsible for many common infections in a shop setting.
- Bloodborne pathogens
- Infectious microorganisms in blood (such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV) that a barber can be exposed to through nicks; tools that contact blood must be sterilized or discarded.
- Cross-contamination
- The spread of contaminants from one surface, tool, or person to another — prevented by using disinfected implements for each client.
- Dandruff
- Pityriasis capitis simplex — common, noncontagious dry flaking of the scalp, managed with medicated anti-dandruff shampoo.
- Dermis
- The deep, living layer of skin beneath the epidermis, containing blood vessels, nerve endings, hair follicles, and sweat and oil glands.
- Detachable blade
- A snap-on clipper blade that lets the barber quickly swap cutting sizes by changing the whole blade.
- Developer
- Hydrogen peroxide — the oxidizing agent mixed with permanent color or lightener to develop color and lift natural pigment.
- Direct transmission
- Spread of disease from person to person through contact, such as a client coughing onto the barber's hands.
- Disinfection
- Using an EPA-registered chemical to kill most pathogens on hard, nonporous implements; the standard a barbershop must meet on reusable tools between clients.
- Effleurage
- A light, gentle, continuous stroking massage movement used to begin and end a facial massage.
- Elasticity
- How far a wet strand stretches and returns without breaking — a measure of the hair's strength.
- Elevation
- The angle at which hair is lifted away from the head before cutting; the main control over a cut's shape and weight.
- Epidermis
- The outermost layer of the skin — the layer a clipper, comb, and razor contact; its deepest (basal) layer produces melanin.
- Graduation
- A cut in which lengths stack at a low elevation to build a graduated, weighted shape with a visible weight line.
- Guideline
- The first cut length to which following sections are matched; a traveling guide keeps layers and lengths consistent.
- Hone
- An abrasive sharpening stone used to grind and sharpen a dull or rough straight-razor edge.
- Indirect transmission
- Spread of disease through a contaminated object, such as an unsanitized comb passing a pathogen to the next client.
- Integumentary system
- The skin and its appendages (hair, nails, sweat and oil glands) — the body's largest organ and first line of defense.
- Melanin
- The pigment, produced in the deepest part of the epidermis, that gives skin and hair their color.
- Neutralizer
- The oxidizing solution applied after a perm's waving lotion to rebuild (re-form) the disulfide bonds so the new curl holds.
- Patch test
- A predisposition test placing a small amount of oxidation haircolor behind the ear or inside the elbow 24–48 hours ahead to check for allergy.
- Permanent wave
- A chemical service that uses thioglycolate to break and re-form the hair's disulfide bonds to add a lasting curl or wave.
- Petrissage
- A kneading massage movement in which the skin and tissue are gently lifted, squeezed, and rolled.
- Porosity
- The hair's ability to absorb moisture or liquids, judged by the cuticle; high-porosity hair absorbs chemicals faster.
- Sanitation
- The lowest level of decontamination — using soap, water, and scrubbing to remove visible debris and reduce germs; it does not kill pathogens.
- Seborrheic dermatitis
- A chronic inflammatory scalp condition with greasy yellowish scales and redness; noncontagious and serviceable.
- Shear-over-comb
- Cutting hair over the teeth of a comb to blend and taper short hair, especially on the sides, back, and nape.
- Sodium hydroxide relaxer
- A strong, high-pH (lye) relaxer that straightens hair quickly and requires a protective base cream on the scalp.
- Staphylococci
- Round, pus-producing bacteria that grow in clusters and can cause skin abscesses and infections a barber may encounter.
- Sterilization
- The highest level of decontamination — destroying all microbial life, including spores; true sterilization of metal tools requires an autoclave.
- Strand test
- A preliminary test on a small section of hair to check how it will respond to a relaxer or color before treating the whole head.
- Strop
- A strip of leather or fabric used to smooth and align an already-sharp razor edge just before shaving; it does not grind.
- Subcutaneous layer
- The fatty (adipose) layer beneath the dermis that stores fat and provides insulation and a protective cushion.
- Telogen effluvium
- Temporary shedding a few months after a major stressor (surgery, high fever) on an otherwise healthy scalp.
- Thinning shears
- Texturizing shears with notched, toothed blades that remove bulk and blend without changing the overall length.
- Thioglycolate relaxer
- A milder (thio) relaxer that straightens hair at a lower pH than a hydroxide relaxer; the two are incompatible on the same hair.
- Tinea capitis
- Scalp ringworm — a contagious fungal infection; the barber must refuse the service and refer the client to a physician.
- Traction alopecia
- Hair loss along the hairline caused by constant tension, such as very tight braids; noncontagious.
- With the grain
- Stroking the razor in the direction the hair grows — the standard first-pass direction for a comfortable, low-irritation shave.
Barber Study Guide FAQ
The barber license exam is the test you pass to be licensed as a barber in your state. Most states use the written (theory) examination developed by the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC), delivered through a state board or test vendor such as PSI or Pearson VUE, often alongside a separate hands-on practical exam. The theory exam tests the knowledge a competent barber needs across four content areas.
The NIC barber theory examination has 50 scored multiple-choice questions, plus a small number of unscored pretest items, with a 90-minute time limit. Only the scored items count toward your result. Exact counts and any state-specific add-ons appear in your jurisdiction's candidate information bulletin.
The NIC theory exam is reported as a scaled score, and a scaled score of 75 (on a 0-to-110 scale) is required to pass. Because scoring is scaled and equated across exam forms, treat 75 as the standard and aim comfortably above it. Your state board releases the official result.
The NIC barber theory outline scores four content areas: Hair Care Services (about 40%), Scientific Concepts (about 36%), Facial Hair and Skin Care Services (about 14%), and Implements and Equipment Used in Barbering (about 10%). Hair Care Services and Scientific Concepts together make up roughly three-quarters of the exam, so study those first.
No. Barbering and cosmetology share a foundation — infection control, sanitation, anatomy, and state law — but barbering has a distinct technical scope built around men's haircutting, clipper and shear-over-comb work, straight-razor shaving, and facial-hair design. Cosmetology emphasizes a broader range of hair, skin, and nail services. See our companion cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician guides for the related personal-care exams.
A barber must refuse service and refer the client to a physician for contagious conditions such as tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) and for any open cut, sore, abrasion, or active skin infection in the service area. Noncontagious conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and ordinary hair loss may be serviced, often with a product recommendation.
Study by weight: master Hair Care Services (consultation and analysis, elevation and guides, tapering, chemical services, and haircolor) and Scientific Concepts (infection control, decontamination levels, anatomy, skin, and scalp disorders), which together are most of the exam. Then lock in Facial Hair and Skin Care Services (the shave and facials) and Implements and Equipment. Sanitation and chemical-safety facts are high-yield and heavily tested.
Yes — the full guide, the module checkpoints, the glossary, the practice test, and the flashcards are 100% free, with no account required.
References
- 1.National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC). “NIC Examinations — Exam Types (Barber Theory).” nictesting.org. ↑
- 2.National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC). “Exam Resources & Candidate Information Bulletins.” nictesting.org. ↑
- 3.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “Disinfection and Sterilization.” cdc.gov. ↑
- 4.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “About Ringworm (Tinea).” cdc.gov. ↑
- 5.Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). “Bloodborne Pathogens and Needlestick Prevention.” osha.gov. ↑
- 6.Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). “Hair Salons — Formaldehyde and Hair Smoothing Products.” osha.gov. ↑
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