Cosmetology Hair Care & Services Practice Exam

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• Which shampoo is used to re-balance hair?
• Which technique uses steady, gentle strokes on the scalp to promote relaxation and stimulate circulation?
• Moving the hair up along the chin line indicates which chin type?
• Which term describes the hair's ability to absorb liquid?
• Which shampoo is used to rebalance or neutralize hair between treatments?
• In some color techniques, color is started how far from the scalp?
• Cornrows are done with which braiding technique, and they produce a visible braid?
• Which hair type has an extremely wide silhouette and tends to look wider as it grows rather than longer, thus prompting a very short cut with layers?
• The face contour described as having a wide forehead and a narrow chin is commonly referred to as which face shape?
• Retouch color is most commonly used to address which area?
• Which line type creates a hard edge by meeting horizontal and vertical lines at a 90-degree angle?
• Which technique uses pins to set curls without heat?
• Which nose type is described as prominent?
• Which face shape is described as a long, narrow face with hollow cheeks?
• The area at the back of the head where the neck meets the skull is called what?
• Which term describes the thin, continuous mark used as a guide for cutting?
• Which condition is described as total body hair loss?
• For which hair type does long hair separate showing the scalp unless it's dense, and blow drying is difficult unless short?
• An invisible braid is achieved with which braiding technique, described as the standard or normal braid method?
• During Anagen phase, what occurs?
• Which term describes a small wig used to cover part of the head?
• What term describes balance where each side is visually different but the overall composition remains balanced?
• What technique is recommended for a wide forehead to create an illusion of width in the temples?
• Which fungus is responsible for dandruff when it grows out of control?
• Which wig type has hair woven into wefts and is light and comfortable to wear?
• What is the natural pH range of hair and scalp?
• Which colors are produced by mixing two primary colors?
• How long does the Telogen phase typically last?
• The triangular section that extends from the apex to the front corners is known as which area?
• Which shampoo uses little to no alkaline soap?
• In the chemical straightening service, which process is described by applying a base cream, starting at the nape, and neutralizing after processing?
• The styling objective for a square face is to create which feature?
• Which autoimmune disorder causes patches of hair loss on the scalp?
• What is the tech term for gray hair?
• Which jaw shape is described by straight lines at the jaw?
• Which developer volume is typically used for high-lift color services?
• Red, yellow, and blue are foundation colors that cannot be created by mixing colors. What are these colors called?
• Which term describes a small wig designed to cover the top of the head and is often referred to as a toupee?
• Which term describes the technique of creating gradual lengths or steps in hair design?
• Which color is an example of a secondary color?
• Which wig type is described as capless and designed without a traditional cap?
• What describes the number of hairs per square inch?
• Which condition is an autoimmune disorder that causes patchy scalp hair loss?
• Which of the following is a secondary color formed by mixing two primary colors?
• Which hair type tends to be fuller with an appropriate haircut and styling, and can look fuller with layering; responds to thermal styling; straightens easily but loses volume when diffused?
• Which term describes the back portion of the skull that supports the neck?
• Which statement is true about iron temperature settings?
• Which property refers to the hair's ability to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed?
• Which color technique is suggested for a large forehead?
• Which nose type is described as small?
• Which lines are horizontal and vertical lines that meet at a 90-degree angle and create a hard edge?
• For extremely curly coarse hair, what cut helps control the extreme volume?
• Which color is considered the strongest primary color and is a cool primary color?
• A one-length haircut is also known as which style?
• Which hair type is extremely wide and often thick toward the ponytail, best cut short with layers?
• For a triangle face, what is the styling objective?
• Which lines are usually curved and used to blend and soften horizontal or vertical lines?
• A blunt haircut is characterized by what feature?
• What is the oxidizing agent used to develop hair color?
• Which lines are perpendicular to the floor and create length and height?
• Which styling guideline is recommended for a triangle face?
• Which set of classic styling methods includes finger waves, pin curls, and roller sets?
• The term for a larger infection comprising several boils is?
• Which feature is described by long hair progressing to a long jaw?
• The wood fiber from Africa with a matte finish, available only in black and brown, and is very flammable is called which?
• Which jaw shape is associated with curved lines at the jaw?
• Which nose type is described as wide and flat?
• An infestation with lice is known as what?
• Which lines in a hairstyle are repeated elements that can be straight or curved?
• Which type of shampoo contains a chelating agent that binds to metals and removes them from the hair?
• Which line type creates a bold, sharp boundary when combining perpendicular lines?
• Which chin is described as receding?
• Which term refers to the pattern of hair growth across the scalp?
• Which face shape has a contour described as wide at the temples, narrow middle, and squared jaw?
• What term describes the balance of colors within a design?
• Which jaw shape is associated with straight lines at the jaw?
• What term describes complete loss of body hair?
• For an oblong face, which of the following contour descriptions best matches its shape?
• Which hair type needs heavy styling products to weigh it down, with shrinkage to consider when cutting?
• Which step is essential when tailoring a hairstyle to a client?
• Which wig type is typically more expensive due to hand knotting and specialized base construction?
• What term describes formal balance with equal visual weight on both sides of a central axis?
• Which color service deposits color temporarily and rinses out with shampoo?
• For very curly fine hair, which length is recommended to improve manageability?
• Which product offers gentle cleansing while nourishing the hair?
• What term refers to the space where two lines intersect at a point?
• What is the back of the neck called?
• Color correction is best described as what?
• Which shampoo is used to repair damaged hair?
• Which shampoo is used for color enhancement?
• Which nose feature is described as asymmetrical to draw attention away from the nose?
• In color terminology, lift refers to which process?
• Which color is a secondary color on the color wheel?
• Which growth phase involves the production of new hair cells and ongoing growth?
• Which term refers to the line that divides hair on the scalp to guide a haircut?
• Which hairstyle instruction describes directing hair over the sides of the face?
• Which feature refers to wave patterns that must be considered when designing a hairstyle?
• In virgin hair color application, color is applied from the scalp to which line?
• Which styling technique frames hair into the shape associated with the 1920s-1930s?
• Which condition is temporary hair loss experienced after pregnancy?
• Which term is used for dandruff?
• Which fungus is commonly linked with dandruff symptoms?
• Which treatment is applied without rinsing to maintain healthy scalp and hair?
• Which phase is the final stage where fully grown hair is shed?
• Which treatment is associated with anti-dandruff care and includes techniques to stimulate the scalp during treatment?
• What is the purpose of cleaning shears regularly?
• What term describes parting the hair in the opposite direction from which you cut it to check the haircut?
• Which product is primarily recognized as powder shampoo used to refresh hair without water?
• Which wig is made by inserting individual strands with a needle and knotting, with no direction?
• Which term describes a small wig that covers the top of the head?
• Which hair type has a wide silhouette and, when left natural, gives a soft, romantic look, requiring proportionality to body shape and weight line?
• Which wig type is described as a piece that blends with natural hair to add length and volume?
• What is the widest area of the head called?
• Which product provides deep restoration of protein and moisture and requires a longer processing time and heat?
• Which lines are repeating lines in a hairstyle and may be straight or curved?
• Which term refers to removing excess bulk without removing length, through special techniques?
• What term means the division of hair into working sections?
• What term describes a color's brightness or darkness relative to white and black?
• Which color category creates an illusion of less volume?
• Which hair type offers versatility in styling and responds well to blow-dry styling, rollers and thermal curling?
• Which wig type opens at the base through which the client's hair is pulled to blend, adding length and volume?
• Which hair type is described as versatile, easily straightened with a blow dryer or diffused for a curly look?
• Which color is opposite yellow on the color wheel?
• Which face shape is considered ideal for harmony and symmetry?
• Which hair type hugs the head shape with no volume, and the silhouette is small and narrow?
• Which conditioner is intended for deep treatment or repair requiring longer processing and heat?
• What term describes the angle at which the fingers are held when cutting a line that creates the end shape?
• A haircut where all hair is cut to the same length, creating a single weight line is known as:
• Which lines have a definite forward or backward movement?
• For curly medium hair, what should be kept in mind to maintain balance with body shape and weight line?
• Which hairstyle description is recommended to sit close to the head with a band and fringe, and with more volume halfway down the face?
• Which styling approach helps to soften a square face?
• Which haircut creates a slow or immediate build up of weight using low to medium elevation or overdirection?
• Which braid is defined as a braid made with two strands twisted around each other?
• For a narrow forehead, which styling instruction is recommended?
• What is the styling description described as close to the head with a band and fringe, with more volume halfway down the face?
• Which examination assesses the hair and scalp for conditions such as dryness and flakiness?
• A shampoo that helps with dandruff is called?
• Which term means the division of hair to control the haircut while cutting?
• What is the chemical process used to rearrange straight hair into curls?
• Which condition describes loss of all hair on the body?
• What is the objective for an oblong face?
• Which term describes using to cut blunt/straight lines in hair, and to slide cut/texturizing?
• What is the term for adjusting hair color to fix an undesired result?
• What is the purpose of the neutralizer in a perm process?
• Which term is defined as the line that determines the shape of the ends?
• Which product is used to lift or bleach hair to a lighter shade?
• Bangs with softness around the face are associated with which nose type?
• In design, which principle is defined by equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry?
• Which term describes testing symmetry by combing hair in the opposite direction to cutting?
• For extremely curly medium hair, which silhouette management approach is recommended due to extreme width?
• Which face shape is described as having a narrow forehead, wide cheekbones, and a narrow chin?
• During the Catagen phase, a club root forms. What is this structure called?
• Which condition is a localized infection of a hair follicle that forms a pustule?
• Understanding color relationships is commonly referred to as what?
• Which chemical is commonly referred to as the developer?
• A shampoo that makes hair appear shiny and manageable and is non-stripping is called?
• Which fiber is described as light, soft, detangles easily, comes in many colors, doesn't reflect light, and expands when shampooed to prevent slipping?
• Which treatment is described as a leave-in option to maintain scalp and hair health?
• Which treatment is used for oily hair and scalp and involves medicated shampoos and conditioners?
• Which level of lift is provided by 20-volume developer?
• Which wig type blends the client's own hair through the base by pulling hair through openings?
• Which conditioner-type product is used to rinse out conditioner after use?
• Which color service is used to fill and refresh color without significant lifting, often for gray blending?
• Inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue caused by Staphylococci, larger than a furuncle, is called?
• Which synthetic fiber is described as high quality with many colors and textures, and is durable, soft, and holds up to shampoo?
• Which term describes the color's name independent of lightness or saturation?
• In a perm waving procedure, what is the step immediately after the hair has processed with the perm solution?
• What is the brief transition period between the growth and resting phases called?
• A mature style is associated with which nose type?
• Which lines are used to emphasize or minimize facial features?
• Which term describes the arrangement of hair in layers or degrees?
• When should you sharpen your shears?
• Which term describes hair loss with miniaturization of terminal hair to vellus hair, usually seen by age 40 on the horseshoe area?
• What term describes colors directly opposite each other on the color wheel?
• Which braid is described as two strands crossing by weaving the sides into the center, resulting in a fishtail appearance?
• What is the line used as a guide in shaping hair called?
• A shampoo balanced to the pH of skin to prevent damage and recommended for colored hair is called?
• Which term describes a variety of canities with alternating bands of gray and pigmented hair along the length?
• Which wig type is described as a comb of natural and synthetic hair?
• Which line type consists of repeating lines in a hairstyle that may be straight or curved?
• Which haircut uses elevation or overdirection to remove weight, creating layers?
• Which color category creates an illusion of volume?
• Which service is designed to blend gray and refresh natural color without significant lifting?
• Which jaw shape is described by curved lines at the jaw?
• The human hair market is most commonly sourced from which region?
• For curly coarse hair, which factor must be considered when cutting due to shrinkage?
• Which term describes styling hair while damp to set a shape that dries into the finished look?
• Which treatment is described as addressing oily hair and scalp with medicated shampoos and conditioners?
• Which color service changes existing color and can cover gray with natural-looking results?
• For a receding forehead, which bangs style is suggested?
• What term describes total loss of scalp hair?
• Which color service typically requires the highest lift?
• Which term describes the mass/general outline of a hairstyle?
• Retouch color is used to refresh roots to the correct hue and level.
• Which braid is formed by picking up hair from the sides and adding to the strands crossed over, creating a distinctive fishtail pattern?
• Which hair type is hard to curl and voluminous, and responds well to thermal styling; round brushing creates too much volume; chemical processing takes longer?
• What should you do to your shears after every client?
• The dry sulfur-yellow cuplike crusts on the scalp in tinea favosa are called what?
• Which term describes the wave-pattern-based design element that designers consider?
• What is the result of the perm process on the hair's curl pattern?
• What is the process by which newly formed cells in the hair bulb mature, fill with keratin, move upward, lose their nucleus and die?
• Which product is also known as powder shampoo and cleanses the hair without the use of soap and water?
• Where does virgin hair color application typically begin?
• Which hair type is best kept very short to avoid a wide silhouette, as long hair can be very voluminous?
• Which synthetic fiber is described as inexpensive and shiny, but can damage natural hair and is not heat resistant?
• Which wig type is described as less expensive?
• Which lines are moving in a circular or semi-circular direction and used to soften a design?
• Which color service is the longest-lasting and can lift color?
• Which treatment is described as suitable when there is a deficiency of natural oil and involves moisturizing and emollients while avoiding strong soaps?
• Which of the following is a primary color?
• What is the primary objective when contouring a face described as having a wide forehead and a narrow chin?
• Which face shape is described as having a round face with a round chin line and a wide appearance?
• Which service uses even motions to stimulate the scalp and help the client relax?
• Which term is used as the reference for measuring head shape and guiding cuts?
• What is the line of demarcation in hair coloring?
• Which lines go across, parallel to the ground, creating the illusion of width?
• A face with wide-set eyes benefits from which styling approach to balance spacing?
• Which braid is formed by picking up hair from the sides and adding it to the strands that cross over?
• Which braid forms a crown-like arrangement around the head?
• Which term refers to the direction in which the hair grows from the scalp?
• What should you consider when using thermal irons safely?
• Which profile is described as curving inward with a prominent forehead and chin, and other features receded inward?
• Which term refers to fungal infection of the scalp?
• Which bone protrudes at the base of the skull?
• Ringworm, characterized by itching, scaling, a fungal infection, is called what?
• Which wig type would likely be the least expensive option due to machine production?
• Which chin type is described as large when its size is longer or shorter than the chin line?
• Which term is used to create short hair cuts, with/out graduations?
• Which word describes the hair's texture such as straight, wavy, curly, or extremely curly?
• What color is produced by mixing primary colors red and blue?
• What is the reference point used to measure changes in head shape?
• Which part of the hair is located above the skin surface?
• Which statement describes the contour objective for a face with a wide forehead?
• When hair is moved up and away from the face along the chin line, which chin type is indicated?
• Which product is designed to rinse out conditioner?
• Fungal infection characterized by dry sulfur-yellow cuplike crusts on the scalp is called which?
• Which fiber is described as light, soft, detangles easily, comes in many colors, does not reflect light, and expands when shampooing to prevent slipping?
• Which line type is typically used to blend and soften horizontal or vertical lines?
• What is the highest point of the head called?
• Which area is the triangular section that begins at the apex and ends at the front corners?
• Which wig type uses an elasticized mesh base to which hair is attached, hand-knotted, with a wire at the temples to hold it in place?
• In virgin hair color application, which product is used to develop the color?
• Mixing primary colors red and yellow yields which color?
• Which synthetic fiber is described as inexpensive, shiny, but can break natural hair and is not heat resistant?
• During Catagen phase, what happens to the hair follicle?
• Which term describes the mass/general outline of a hairstyle, including length, width, and depth?
• Which treatment involves massaging the scalp to remove hardened sebum and normalize the condition?
• Which portion of the hair grows within the follicle?
• After the initial rinse in a perm service, which product is typically applied next?
• Which shampoo is designed to wash away excess oiliness while helping to prevent the hair from drying out?
• A boil, bacterial infection of the hair follicle is called what?
• What percentage of hair is typically in the Catagen phase at any given time?
• Which synthetic fiber is described as high quality with a wide variety of colors and textures, and includes some heat resistance?
• Which term describes the sequence of steps involved in processing hair for a professional curl wave?
• What is advised to create length for close-set eyes?
• Which area is located at the widest part of the head and often used to establish the crown line?
• Which process is used to remove curl from overly curly hair?
• When using thermal irons, which factor should guide the temperature?
• Which term describes the crusts found on the scalp in tinea favosa?
• For a heart-shaped face, the alignment of the forehead, nose, and chin creates a slight outward curvature. This profile is described as which of the following?
• Which term refers to the four corners of the head?
• What is recommended for a large forehead?
• Which hair type has a silhouette that is very wide and can appear unruly if not shaped properly?
• What styling approach helps an oblong face appear wider?
• Which condition is an infestation with lice?
• Which product is used when the hair color is in the shampoo to provide color enhancement?
• Which term describes a ringed hair with alternating gray and pigmented bands?
• Which color service adds subtle color and tones to pre-lightened hair?