New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology Exam
Review – Comprehensive Questions and
Answers – Complete Study Guide for Exam
Preparation
Introduction:
This document provides a comprehensive review of key topics
covered in the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology exam,
including hair care, skin care, nail technology, sanitation, and
chemical services. It consists of structured questions and verified
answers designed to reinforce theoretical knowledge and improve
exam readiness.
The material spans multiple subject areas such as anatomy,
infection control, product chemistry, and practical procedures,
making it a complete study aid for cosmetology students preparing
for licensure.
Exam Questions and Verified Answers:
What if a major function of the sudorifercus gland? ---Correct
precise answer---regulate body temperature
leukoderma ---Correct precise answer---white skin (white patches
caused by depigmentation)
,Which layer of skin is located below the dermal layer composed of
fatty tissue? ---Correct precise answer---Subcutaneous layer
A dimensional coloring technique that uses a darker color on
selected strands is referred to as: ---Correct precise answer---
Lowlighting
A protein substance found in nails and hair is: ---Correct precise
answer---keratin
A technique used to loosen or relax tightly curled hair patterns by
approximately 50% of their natural shape is called: ---Correct
precise answer---curl diffusion
A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail
is called: ---Correct precise answer---onychauxis
An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type
of surface? ---Correct precise answer---non porus
Apply 70% alcohol to the hairstrand for 5-7 minutes to remove
which of the following products? ---Correct precise answer---henna
,Avoid performing a scalp treatment: ---Correct precise answer---
Immediately prior to a chemical service
Discard contaminated supplies coming in contact with blood in
a(n): ---Correct precise answer---closed container with liner bag
Healthy skin requires special care to maintain its health, elasticity,
vibrancy and: ---Correct precise answer---color
In addition to tension and perm solution, acid perms use _________
to perform the processing action. ---Correct precise answer---heat
tinea ---Correct precise answer---ringworm
Scabies ---Correct precise answer---contagious skin disease
transmitted by the itch mite
Head lice ---Correct precise answer---pediculosis capitis
Hypertrichosis ---Correct precise answer---excessive growth of
hair
, A hair cut between 90 and 45 degrees? ---Correct precise answer---
Graduated layers
What is a tint back service? ---Correct precise answer---Going back
to natural hair color
The lightness or darkness of hair color ---Correct precise answer---
Level system
The widest area of the head is the: ---Correct precise answer---
parietal ridge
Eumelanin ---Correct precise answer---Produces brown to black
pigments in the hair
Middle layer of the hair? ---Correct precise answer---cortex
Disinfectant left on counter tops for 10 minutes in a salon? ---
Correct precise answer---EPA disinfectant
Base position used for most volume ---Correct precise answer---on
base
Review – Comprehensive Questions and
Answers – Complete Study Guide for Exam
Preparation
Introduction:
This document provides a comprehensive review of key topics
covered in the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology exam,
including hair care, skin care, nail technology, sanitation, and
chemical services. It consists of structured questions and verified
answers designed to reinforce theoretical knowledge and improve
exam readiness.
The material spans multiple subject areas such as anatomy,
infection control, product chemistry, and practical procedures,
making it a complete study aid for cosmetology students preparing
for licensure.
Exam Questions and Verified Answers:
What if a major function of the sudorifercus gland? ---Correct
precise answer---regulate body temperature
leukoderma ---Correct precise answer---white skin (white patches
caused by depigmentation)
,Which layer of skin is located below the dermal layer composed of
fatty tissue? ---Correct precise answer---Subcutaneous layer
A dimensional coloring technique that uses a darker color on
selected strands is referred to as: ---Correct precise answer---
Lowlighting
A protein substance found in nails and hair is: ---Correct precise
answer---keratin
A technique used to loosen or relax tightly curled hair patterns by
approximately 50% of their natural shape is called: ---Correct
precise answer---curl diffusion
A thickening of the nail plate or an abnormal outgrowth of the nail
is called: ---Correct precise answer---onychauxis
An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type
of surface? ---Correct precise answer---non porus
Apply 70% alcohol to the hairstrand for 5-7 minutes to remove
which of the following products? ---Correct precise answer---henna
,Avoid performing a scalp treatment: ---Correct precise answer---
Immediately prior to a chemical service
Discard contaminated supplies coming in contact with blood in
a(n): ---Correct precise answer---closed container with liner bag
Healthy skin requires special care to maintain its health, elasticity,
vibrancy and: ---Correct precise answer---color
In addition to tension and perm solution, acid perms use _________
to perform the processing action. ---Correct precise answer---heat
tinea ---Correct precise answer---ringworm
Scabies ---Correct precise answer---contagious skin disease
transmitted by the itch mite
Head lice ---Correct precise answer---pediculosis capitis
Hypertrichosis ---Correct precise answer---excessive growth of
hair
, A hair cut between 90 and 45 degrees? ---Correct precise answer---
Graduated layers
What is a tint back service? ---Correct precise answer---Going back
to natural hair color
The lightness or darkness of hair color ---Correct precise answer---
Level system
The widest area of the head is the: ---Correct precise answer---
parietal ridge
Eumelanin ---Correct precise answer---Produces brown to black
pigments in the hair
Middle layer of the hair? ---Correct precise answer---cortex
Disinfectant left on counter tops for 10 minutes in a salon? ---
Correct precise answer---EPA disinfectant
Base position used for most volume ---Correct precise answer---on
base
