PSI cosmetology state board exam
questions rated with correct answers.
general infection ANS - Spreads throughout the body in the bloodstream
destroy or prevent the growth of terms ANS - the purpose of sanitizing implements and
equipment is to:
moisturizing or emollient materials ANS - when giving a client with dry hair a scalp
treatment, you should select preparations that contain:
place a comb between the scalp and iron ANS - when using a thermal iron, what should
you do to protect the client's scalp from being burned?
wrapping the hair too loosely ANS - which of these is the LEAST common cause of over
processing hair?
processing, neutralizing, and conditioning ANS - what are the three basic steps used in
chemical hair relaxing?
beeswax ANS - the allergic reaction of some clients to depilatory waxes is due mainly
to:
produce muscular contractions ANS - the use of a mechanical vibrator during a
massage will:
after the completion of each client ANS - cleanup of the manicure table should be done:
a mending adhesive ANS - in a nail wrap, the wrapping material is applied with:
gauze ANS - what can be used to hold in place certain mask ingredients that tend to
run?
consultation ANS - all facial treatments should start with a:
massage ANS - manual or mechanical manipulation of the body
clay based ANS - a mask used for oily skin for absorbing
, cream ANS - a mask that doesn't dry on skin but is used for dry skin
exfoliation ANS - removal of excess dead cells from the skin surface
moisturizer ANS - the product used at the end of a facial
lack of moisture in the skin ANS - what is an indication of dehydration?
firm, sure touch, flexible hands ANS - what must be developed when mastering
massage techniques?
petrissage ANS - kneading massage movement
friction ANS - deep rubbing massage movement
effleurage ANS - light, continuous massage movement without pressure
percussion ANS - the most stimulating form of massage
hacking ANS - chopping movement of massage
fulling ANS - the form of massage used mainly for arms
motor point ANS - point on the skin over muscle where pressure or stimulation will
cause contraction of that particular muscle
warm moist towels or facial steamer ANS - what is used to open the pores of the skin?
aromatherapy ANS - the therapeutic use of essential oils to enhance a persons
physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being:
desincrustation ANS - the process of using galvanic current to soften and emulsify
grease deposits and blackheads in the hair follicles for easier extraction:
iontophoresis ANS - the process of forcing water-soluble products that contain ions
deeper into the skin with the help of galvanic current is called:
light therapy ANS - the type of electrical current that is beneficial for acne prone skin is:
alipidic ANS - skin that does not produce enough sebum, indicated by absence of
visible pores
collagen ANS - a fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength is:
crust ANS - dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing is a:
questions rated with correct answers.
general infection ANS - Spreads throughout the body in the bloodstream
destroy or prevent the growth of terms ANS - the purpose of sanitizing implements and
equipment is to:
moisturizing or emollient materials ANS - when giving a client with dry hair a scalp
treatment, you should select preparations that contain:
place a comb between the scalp and iron ANS - when using a thermal iron, what should
you do to protect the client's scalp from being burned?
wrapping the hair too loosely ANS - which of these is the LEAST common cause of over
processing hair?
processing, neutralizing, and conditioning ANS - what are the three basic steps used in
chemical hair relaxing?
beeswax ANS - the allergic reaction of some clients to depilatory waxes is due mainly
to:
produce muscular contractions ANS - the use of a mechanical vibrator during a
massage will:
after the completion of each client ANS - cleanup of the manicure table should be done:
a mending adhesive ANS - in a nail wrap, the wrapping material is applied with:
gauze ANS - what can be used to hold in place certain mask ingredients that tend to
run?
consultation ANS - all facial treatments should start with a:
massage ANS - manual or mechanical manipulation of the body
clay based ANS - a mask used for oily skin for absorbing
, cream ANS - a mask that doesn't dry on skin but is used for dry skin
exfoliation ANS - removal of excess dead cells from the skin surface
moisturizer ANS - the product used at the end of a facial
lack of moisture in the skin ANS - what is an indication of dehydration?
firm, sure touch, flexible hands ANS - what must be developed when mastering
massage techniques?
petrissage ANS - kneading massage movement
friction ANS - deep rubbing massage movement
effleurage ANS - light, continuous massage movement without pressure
percussion ANS - the most stimulating form of massage
hacking ANS - chopping movement of massage
fulling ANS - the form of massage used mainly for arms
motor point ANS - point on the skin over muscle where pressure or stimulation will
cause contraction of that particular muscle
warm moist towels or facial steamer ANS - what is used to open the pores of the skin?
aromatherapy ANS - the therapeutic use of essential oils to enhance a persons
physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being:
desincrustation ANS - the process of using galvanic current to soften and emulsify
grease deposits and blackheads in the hair follicles for easier extraction:
iontophoresis ANS - the process of forcing water-soluble products that contain ions
deeper into the skin with the help of galvanic current is called:
light therapy ANS - the type of electrical current that is beneficial for acne prone skin is:
alipidic ANS - skin that does not produce enough sebum, indicated by absence of
visible pores
collagen ANS - a fibrous protein that gives the skin form and strength is:
crust ANS - dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing is a:
