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NEW JERSEY STATE BOARD ESTHETICS EXAM
– COMPLETE 2026/2027 ACTUAL PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS MOST
TESTED IN REAL EXAM| LATEST EDITION |
PASS-GUARANTEED STUDY GUIDE | PDF
Q1. Which regulatory body oversees the licensing of skin care
specialists in New Jersey?
A) New Jersey Department of Health
B) New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling
C) New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
D) New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners
Answer: B
Rationale: The New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and
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Hairstyling is the regulatory body responsible for licensing and
overseeing skin care specialists (estheticians), cosmetologists-
hairstylists, beauticians, barbers, manicurists, and hair braiding
specialists. This authority is established under N.J.S.A. 45:5B-1 et
seq.
Q2. In New Jersey, what is the official title for an esthetician?
A) Licensed Esthetician
B) Skin Care Specialist
C) Master Esthetician
D) Dermatology Technician
Answer: B
Rationale: New Jersey does not technically have "estheticians."
Instead, licensed professionals in this field are officially
called "Skin Care Specialists." The scope of practice is
essentially the same as an esthetician.
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Q3. What is the minimum number of training hours required to
qualify for skin care specialist licensure in New Jersey?
A) 300 hours
B) 450 hours
C) 600 hours
D) 1,200 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: New Jersey mandates a minimum of 600 hours of
training from a state-approved esthetics school. This curriculum
covers theoretical instruction and hands-on practice, including skin
physiology, facial techniques, hair removal, makeup artistry, and
infection control.
Q4. According to N.J.S.A. 45:5B-6, the State Board shall devise
examinations for individuals seeking licensure as a skin care
specialist that shall only include which portion(s)?
A) Practical examination only
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B) Written examination only
C) Both practical and written examinations
D) Oral examination only
Answer: B
Rationale: According to Assembly Bill A5965 (2025), the Board
shall devise examinations for skin care specialists which shall
only include a written portion, removing the practical
examination requirement. Examinations for teachers and
certification for shampoo technicians are also specified.
Q5. A licensed skin care specialist in New Jersey may NOT
legally perform which of the following services?
A) Waxing to remove superfluous hair from the face and body
B) Facial massage and cleansing
C) Electrolysis for permanent hair removal
D) Application of makeup to the face
NEW JERSEY STATE BOARD ESTHETICS EXAM
– COMPLETE 2026/2027 ACTUAL PRACTICE
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS MOST
TESTED IN REAL EXAM| LATEST EDITION |
PASS-GUARANTEED STUDY GUIDE | PDF
Q1. Which regulatory body oversees the licensing of skin care
specialists in New Jersey?
A) New Jersey Department of Health
B) New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling
C) New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
D) New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners
Answer: B
Rationale: The New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and
,Page 2 of 139
Hairstyling is the regulatory body responsible for licensing and
overseeing skin care specialists (estheticians), cosmetologists-
hairstylists, beauticians, barbers, manicurists, and hair braiding
specialists. This authority is established under N.J.S.A. 45:5B-1 et
seq.
Q2. In New Jersey, what is the official title for an esthetician?
A) Licensed Esthetician
B) Skin Care Specialist
C) Master Esthetician
D) Dermatology Technician
Answer: B
Rationale: New Jersey does not technically have "estheticians."
Instead, licensed professionals in this field are officially
called "Skin Care Specialists." The scope of practice is
essentially the same as an esthetician.
,Page 3 of 139
Q3. What is the minimum number of training hours required to
qualify for skin care specialist licensure in New Jersey?
A) 300 hours
B) 450 hours
C) 600 hours
D) 1,200 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: New Jersey mandates a minimum of 600 hours of
training from a state-approved esthetics school. This curriculum
covers theoretical instruction and hands-on practice, including skin
physiology, facial techniques, hair removal, makeup artistry, and
infection control.
Q4. According to N.J.S.A. 45:5B-6, the State Board shall devise
examinations for individuals seeking licensure as a skin care
specialist that shall only include which portion(s)?
A) Practical examination only
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B) Written examination only
C) Both practical and written examinations
D) Oral examination only
Answer: B
Rationale: According to Assembly Bill A5965 (2025), the Board
shall devise examinations for skin care specialists which shall
only include a written portion, removing the practical
examination requirement. Examinations for teachers and
certification for shampoo technicians are also specified.
Q5. A licensed skin care specialist in New Jersey may NOT
legally perform which of the following services?
A) Waxing to remove superfluous hair from the face and body
B) Facial massage and cleansing
C) Electrolysis for permanent hair removal
D) Application of makeup to the face
