Multiple Choice Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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A neuron is _________.
a. | a cell that destroys disease-causing viruses and
bacteria a cell | b. | produced in red
bone marrow | c. | the basic cell of
the nervous system | d. | the part of a
muscle that does not move |
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Blood is sent from the heart to the lungs to be
oxygenated in a process known as _________.
a. | pulmonary circulation | b. | respiration | c. | catabolism | d. | exhalation |
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As one of the major body organs, the kidneys have
the function of _________.
a. | eliminating feces | b. | circulating blood | c. | discharging
bile | d. | excreting urine |
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Neurons are made up of _________.
a. | muscles | b. | nerves | c. | epithelial
tissue | d. | connective tissue |
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Estheticians do NOT study anatomy in order to
_________.
a. | understand how the human body functions as an integrated
whole | b. | be able to recognize changes in the skin over
time | c. | understand the effects services have on the
body | d. | give medical
advice |
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Joints come in two types: _________.
a. | small and large | b. | movable and immovable | c. | simple and
complex | d. | single and double |
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Involuntary muscles are controlled by the
_________.
a. | peripheral nervous system | b. | central nervous system | c. | autonomic nervous
system | d. | biologic nervous
system |
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What is the strongest bone of the
face?
a. | Maxilla | b. | Zygomatic bone | c. | Mandible | d. | Lacrimal
bone |
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Where are the most fragile bones in the
face?
a. | Jaw | b. | Eye socket | c. | Nose | d. | Cheeks |
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10.
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Someone who smokes an e-cigarette that contains
nicotine will experience _________.
a. | erosion of the stomach lining | b. | destruction of the salivary glands | c. | contraction of the blood vessels | d. | dilation of the esophagus |
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11.
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Sunburn and cancer are caused by _________
rays.
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Phytoestrogens are created by the chemical
processes of _________.
a. | animals other than humans | b. | minerals | c. | humans | d. | plants |
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The ability for skin to stretch and return to
firmness is caused by _________.
a. | melanin | b. | collagen | c. | elastin | d. | keratin |
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UVA radiation does NOT _________.
a. | weaken the skin's
collagen | b. | cause genetic damage | c. | cause wrinkles | d. | cause
sunburn |
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The type of light wavelength that ranges between
320 and 400 nanometers and penetrates deep into the skin is _________.
a. | UVA radiation | b. | HEV light | c. | UVC
radiation | d. | UVB radiation |
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What is true of all hair on the human
body?
a. | It can be seen with the naked
eye. | b. | It is an appendage of the
skin. | c. | It has nerve endings. | d. | It has sensation. |
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Isabel is a young woman with a normal rate of hair
growth and hasn't gotten a haircut for the past four months. How much has her hair likely
grown?
a. | 1 inch | b. | 2 inches | c. | 3
inches | d. | 6 inches |
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What condition, related to circulation, causes the
skin under the nails to turn purplish or blue?
a. | Melanoma | b. | Keratosis | c. | Cyanosis | d. | Elastosis |
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Afferent nerves is another term for
_________.
a. | efferent nerves | b. | sensory nerves | c. | motor
nerves | d. | secretory nerves |
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What does exfoliation removes and
deplete?
a. | Leukocytes | b. | T cells | c. | Lipids | d. | Lymph |
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The condition that presents as redness and
bumpiness in the cheeks or upper arms is called _________.
a. | keratoma | b. | keratosis pilaris | c. | hyperkeratosis | d. | psoriasis |
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Sebaceous filaments are often found on the
_________.
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Adrenaline helps the body to
_________.
a. | digest food | b. | cope with stressful events | c. | fall asleep | d. | regulate its
temperature |
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Acne is a condition which _________.
a. | only occurs during a person's teenage years
is | b. | usually caused by environmental
conditions | c. | is a disorder of
the sebaceous glands. | d. | is a disorder of
the sudoriferous glands. |
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What is characteristic of the condition known as
rosacea?
a. | Groups of red blisters that form a rash in the shape of
a ring or line | b. | Red patches
covered with white-silver scales | c. | Inflammation, dry
or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness | d. | Visible vessels
and skin sensitivity |
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Pityriasis
versicolor is also known as _________.
a. | leukoderma | b. | tinea versicolor | c. | vitiligo | d. | albinism |
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The itchy feeling that often accompanies contact
dermatitis is caused by _________.
a. | histamines | b. | eczema | c. | psoriasis | d. | keratosis |
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28.
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Disorders of the skin are _________.
a. | rarely genetic | b. | almost always contagious | c. | cannot be treated
by estheticians | d. | difficult to
categorize |
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29.
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PCOS does NOT typically include _________ among its
symptoms.
a. | hair growth | b. | sleeplessness | c. | hair
loss | d. | acne |
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30.
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Alcohol consumption might be limited for a client
with _________.
a. | melanoma | b. | varicose veins | c. | telangiectasia | d. | rosacea |
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Which of the following is TRUE of diseases spread by direct transmission and
indirect transmission?
a. | Both diseases spread by direct and indirect transmission can live for long periods of
time away from a host. | b. | Neither diseases spread by direct nor indirect
transmission can live for long periods of time away from a host. | c. | Diseases spread by
direct transmission can live for long periods of time away from a host, whereas those spread by
indirect transmission cannot. | d. | Diseases spread by indirect transmission can
live for long periods of time away from a host, whereas those spread by direct transmission
cannot. |
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What is a microorganism?
a. | any infectious organism | b. | any living organism | c. | any plant-based
organism | d. | any organism of microscopic size |
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Pathogenic bacteria ______.
a. | help the body break down food | b. | cause disease or infection | c. | positively stimulate
the immune system | d. | keep the body
healthy |
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What are disease-causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or
body fluids, such as hepatitis and HIV, called?
a. | mycobacteria | b. | systemic infections | c. | bloodborne
pathogens | d. | bloodborne viruses |
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Which of the following will NOT necessarily be on the label of an EPA-registered
disinfectant?
a. | the word concentrate | b. | efficacy claims | c. | a contact
time | d. | a registration number |
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If there is no time specified or recommended by the manufacturer of the
disinfectant, for how long must a tool be left fully submersed in the disinfectant?
a. | 10 seconds | b. | 10 minutes | c. | 1
hour | d. | 10 hours |
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Which of the following is TRUE of chlorine bleach?
a. | It is not corrosive. | b. | It is safe to use with all
plastics. | c. | It is an effective disinfectant. | d. | It cannot be safely used in salons, spas, or
barbershops. |
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Which of the following should be performed after removing one pair of gloves and
before putting on a new pair?
a. | change the mask | b. | change clothes | c. | wash
hands | d. | nothing |
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Heidi has been extremely careful on the job this week in an effort to avoid
catching the virus (which is NOT an airborne virus) running through nearly every other
employee's immune system. As part of her efforts, she has not had any physical contact with any
of her coworkers. If she has in fact avoided all contact with others, which of the following is
TRUE?
a. | Heidi will catch the virus. | b. | Heidi cannot catch the
virus. | c. | If Heidi catches the virus, it will only have been through direct
transmission. | d. | If Heidi catches the virus, it will only have been through indirect
transmission. |
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Harold's business requires a strict adherence to proper infection control.
He knows that achieving effective infection control is a two-step process. Which of the following two
steps is Harold likely to use for the majority of his business?
a. | cleaning and sanitizing | b. | cleaning and disinfecting | c. | disinfecting and
sanitizing | d. | sanitizing and sterilizing |
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Rafael is midway through a service when he notices that his client Jasmine has a
small, fresh cut. After stopping the service, what is the very next thing Rafael should do?
a. | Recommend that Jasmine see a physician. | b. | Properly clean his
tools. | c. | Pat the injured area dry with a clean paper towel. | d. | Inform Jasmine of
what has happened. |
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Erythema is a condition defined by
_________.
a. | excess hair growth | b. | visible distended capillaries | c. | UV damage to the epidermis | d. | redness caused by inflammation |
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A T-zone is _________.
a. | a classification that describes a person's genetic
skin attributes | b. | a scale used to
measure the skin type's ability to tolerate sun exposure | c. | the center area of the face corresponding to the T
shape | d. | a discoloration from melanin production due to sun or
other factors |
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Before performing any service, estheticians must
have a full awareness of _________.
a. | the client's skin type | b. | the client's exercise regimen | c. | the client's diet | d. | the client's
ethnicity |
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The two skin types which have similar levels of
hydration are _________.
a. | oily and normal | b. | oily and combination | c. | normal and
dry | d. | combination and
dry |
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The most difficult type of skin to treat well is
_________.
a. | Fitzpatrick skin type 1 | b. | Fitzpatrick skin type 2 | c. | Fitzpatrick skin
type 4 | d. | Fitzpatrick skin type
6 |
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47.
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What form releases the esthetician from liability
resulting from treatment?
a. | Intake form | b. | Client chart | c. | Consent
form | d. | Consultation card |
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One benefit of using a mask is
_________.
a. | it hydrates, nourishes, and soothes the
skin | b. | it firms and strengthens the
skin | c. | it reduces lines and premature aging of the
skin | d. | it enhances eyelash
growth |
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An astringent is _________.
a. | a soap or detergent that deeply cleans the
skin | b. | a water-based liquid that helps remove excess oil from
the skin | c. | a lubricant ingredient derived from plant oils or animal
fats | d. | a special cleanser designed primarily to remove heavier
makeup |
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When it comes to products and ingredients, the
first responsibility of skin care professionals to their clients is _________.
a. | to recommend only the most affordable
products | b. | to give the clients the most freedom in choosing
products | c. | letting the clients know all effects and potential side
effects of any products or ingredients | d. | to use as wide a
range of products as possible to test for potential adverse
reactions |
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Which statement accurately reflects the
relationship between the FDA and the cosmetic industry?
a. | The FDA regulates labeling of
cosmetics. | b. | The FDA has no
relationship with the sale of cosmetics. | c. | The FDA does not
regulate the safety of cosmetics. | d. | Packaging of
cosmetics must indicate FDA approval. |
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What is the goal of treatment for dehydrated
skin?
a. | To prevent TEWL | b. | To provide moisturizing, replenishing, and skin-restoring
ingredients | c. | To maintain a
healthy balance of water and oil | d. | To reduce the
overactivity of the oil glands |
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53.
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One example of an ingredient in a mechanical
exfoliant is _________.
a. | hydroxy acids | b. | papaya | c. | gommage | d. | rice
bran |
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54.
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The level of SPF that blocks the highest amount of
UVB rays but does NOT contain high amounts of chemical sunscreen ingredients is
_________.
a. | SPF 15 | b. | SPF 30 | c. | SPF
50 | d. | SPF 100 |
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What should the esthetician do after completing the
post-consultation with the client?
a. | Record client chart notes and write up retail
sales. | b. | Dispose of their gloves and wash their
hands. | c. | Wash and disinfect multiuse
implements. | d. | Change the
linens. |
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Clients should be asked to arrive on the day of
their facial appointment _________.
a. | 30 minutes before the appointment
time | b. | 15 minutes before the appointment
time | c. | 5 minutes before the appointment
time | d. | exactly at the appointed
time |
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Skin discoloration is treated with
_________.
a. | chemical exfoliants | b. | mechanical exfoliants | c. | granular
exfoliants | d. | manual
exfoliants |
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The two most important parts of the express facial
are _________.
a. | steaming and extractions | b. | cleansing and masking | c. | massage and
masking | d. | steaming and
cleansing |
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An ideal treatment for sensitive skin will
incorporate _________.
a. | steam extractions | b. | applications using fatty acids and low percentages of
AHA | c. | galvanic current | d. | creamy cleansers |
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60.
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When performing extractions around the nose area,
most estheticians use _________.
a. | lancets | b. | cotton swabs | c. | gauze wrapped
around gloved fingers | d. | comedone
extractors |
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61.
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What will prevent acne flare-ups and should be
recommended after an acne treatment?
a. | mushrooms | b. | dietary yeast | c. | probiotics | d. | dairy |
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During a facial, cleanser should be first applied
_________.
a. | to the neck, with palms up | b. | to the cheekbones, with palms down | c. | to the neck, with palms down | d. | to the cheekbones, with palms up |
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Comedones should be extracted
_________.
a. | with the nails | b. | with the very tip of the finger | c. | with the side of the fingertip | d. | with the thumbs |
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64.
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What general rule should be followed when using the
comedone extractor?
a. | Use as much pressure as
possible | b. | Make sure the lesion is outside of the loop of the
extractor | c. | Press gently when extracting | d. | Work quickly |
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What is the proper technique for using lancets for
extraction?
a. | Always reuse the same lancet. | b. | Pierce the skin vertically. | c. | Hold the lancet at an angle perpendicular to the
skin. | d. | Hold the lancet at an angle to the skin that is 35
degrees or less. |
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66.
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What type of massage involves a soft, continuous
stroking movement?
a. | Pétrissage | b. | Effleurage | c. | Vibration | d. | Friction |
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67.
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What is the most stimulating form of massage
is?
a. | Tapotement | b. | Vibration | c. | Effleurage | d. | Friction |
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68.
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The massage therapy that depends on the use of
essential oils is known as _________.
a. | acupressure | b. | shiatsu | c. | pressure point
massage | d. | aromatherapy
massage |
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69.
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Manual lymph drainage's main purpose is to
_________.
a. | reduce swelling | b. | promote mental relaxation | c. | increase blood flow | d. | stimulate
chi |
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70.
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A client who would likely benefit the most from
electrotherapy would be _________.
a. | a wealthy pregnant client who demands the latest
technology | b. | a client with
braces who has received the gift of a facial for her seventeenth birthday | c. | an elderly male client with a pacemaker who is allergic to aromatherapy
products | d. | a retired woman who has spent her entire life in a
tropical climate |
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Hot towels are the most effective in
_________.
a. | the removal of facial masks | b. | microdermabrasion | c. | advanced
peels | d. | advanced
exfoliation |
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72.
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What does a diopter measure?
a. | Magnification | b. | Heat | c. | Brightness | d. | Length |
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73.
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When using a vacuum machine, it is usually enough
to make _________.
a. | only one pass | b. | up to 3 passes | c. | 3–5
passes | d. | 5–6 passes |
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74.
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The spray machine should not be used on a client
with _________.
a. | high blood pressure | b. | dry skin | c. | respiratory
issues | d. | braces |
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75.
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Estheticians can cut their service time in half by
learning the technique known as speed _________.
a. | waxing | b. | sugaring | c. | depilation | d. | electrolysis |
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76.
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A waxing would be likely both successful and
beneficial for _________.
a. | a client who has arrived to the appointment after
spending an hour in a tanning booth | b. | a client who has
used a loofah and exfoliating scrub immediately before the service | c. | a client who has not shaved for two weeks | d. | a client whose untreated hair is less than inch
long |
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An aspect of applying soft wax to the axilla that
does not generally pertain to hard waxing of the same area is _________.
a. | evaluating the directions of growth on each axilla
separately | b. | applying
lotion | c. | having the client turn the face away during
removal | d. | bolstering the back with a
towel |
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78.
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The area that may be waxed as part of a back waxing
with soft wax but not with hard wax is _________.
a. | the front of the shoulders | b. | the arms | c. | the back of the
shoulders | d. | the spine |
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79.
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Approximately how long will a half leg treatment
take with soft wax?
a. | 15 minutes | b. | 30 minutes | c. | 45
minutes | d. | 1 hour |
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80.
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What color is NOT a primary color?
a. | Red | b. | Black | c. | Blue | d. | Yellow |
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81.
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Even parts of two primary colors are mixed to make
_________.
a. | brown | b. | black | c. | blue-green | d. | violet |
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82.
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What does the addition of black to a pure hue
create?
a. | Tone | b. | Shade | c. | Value | d. | Tint |
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83.
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A yellow undertone characterizes all
_________.
a. | cool colors | b. | warm colors | c. | saturated
colors | d. | desaturated
colors |
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84.
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Because of its durability, _________ is an
excellent choice for bridal makeup.
a. | greasepaint | b. | silicone-based products | c. | cake
makeup | d. | water-based
products |
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85.
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In order to set foundation, _________ is
used.
a. | concealer | b. | face powder | c. | blush | d. | highlighter |
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86.
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What does mascara darken and thicken?
a. | Eyebrows | b. | Eyelids | c. | Eyelashes | d. | Area around the
eye |
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87.
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In order to blend foundation, concealer, and
powder, a makeup artist uses _________.
a. | sponges | b. | spatulas | c. | cotton
swabs | d. | tissues |
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88.
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What is the only safe type of pencil to use on a
client?
a. | One with a felt tip | b. | One with an autoroller | c. | One that can be
sharpened | d. | One that cannot be made too
sharp |
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89.
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How often should clients replace their
mascara?
a. | Every week | b. | Every month | c. | Every three
months | d. | Every six months |
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90.
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What are the type of artificial lashes are small
clusters of three or four lashes on one point of attachment?
a. | Strip lashes | b. | Band lashes | c. | Tabs | d. | Individual
lashes |
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91.
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What is the rule to follow when removing a
client's artificial lashes?
a. | Start from the outer corner | b. | Start from the inner corner | c. | Pull out, away from the skin | d. | Remove as quickly as possible |
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92.
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What do the terms superficial peeling, exfoliation,
keratolysis, and desquamation refer to?
a. | Removal of dead skin cells | b. | Hair removal | c. | Ultrasound
techniques | d. | Lymphatic
drainage |
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93.
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The peels that typically have the lowest pH are
_________.
a. | physician peels | b. | spa peels | c. | over-the-counter
peels | d. | AHA home care
peels |
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94.
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What AHA penetrates the epidermis most
effectively?
a. | Lactic acid | b. | Citric acid | c. | Glycolic
acid | d. | Tartaric acid |
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95.
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When using LEDs, the eyes and _________ must be
protected.
a. | the nose | b. | the mouth | c. | the
thyroid | d. | the liver |
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96.
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How often should microcurrent treatments occur for
visible results?
a. | Daily for 10 days | b. | Once a week for 10 sessions | c. | Twice a month for 5 sessions | d. | Once a month for a year |
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97.
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What is the primary cause of
cellulite?
a. | A low-fiber diet | b. | Mental and emotional stress | c. | An overly hydrated epidermis | d. | Female hormones and genetics |
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98.
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Before and after surgery, swelling may be reduced
with _________.
a. | reflexology | b. | manual lymph drainage | c. | endermology | d. | body
wraps |
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99.
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What is NOT true of MLD (manual lymph
drainage)?
a. | It reduces cellulite. | b. | It typically requires advanced training or
licensing. | c. | It involves the
use of machines. | d. | It works well in
conjunction with facials. |
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100.
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When using crystal-free microdermabrasion, the most
common application technique involves _________ passes.
a. | horizontal | b. | vertical | c. | diagonal | d. | cross-hatching |
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