COSMETOLOGY TEXAS STATE BOARD
WRITTEN EXAM| ACTUAL QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS VERIFIED BY EXPERTS|
2025 UPDATE.
Section 1: Sanitation and Safety (10 Questions)
1. What is the most effective method for sterilizing metal tools?
a. Wiping with a towel
b. Using an autoclave
c. Soaking in soapy water
d. Rinsing with cold water
2. Which of the following is a disinfectant commonly used in cosmetology?
a. Baking soda
b. Hydrogen peroxide
c. Quaternary ammonium compounds
d. Olive oil
3. What is the primary purpose of an MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)?
a. To list product prices
b. To provide safety information about chemicals
c. To advertise salon services
d. To track inventory
4. How often should disinfectant solutions be changed in a salon?
a. Daily
b. Weekly
c. Monthly
d. Only when visibly dirty
5. Which of the following is an example of an OSHA requirement?
a. Providing a comfortable waiting area
b. Ensuring proper ventilation in the salon
c. Offering free consultations
d. Playing relaxing music
Section 2: Hair Care and Chemical Services (15 Questions)
6. What is the pH level of a neutral solution?
a. 0
b. 7
c. 10
d. 14
, 7. Which type of hair texture is most resistant to chemical processing?
a. Fine hair
b. Medium hair
c. Coarse hair
d. Curly hair
8. What is the purpose of a patch test before applying a hair color?
a. To determine hair porosity
b. To check for allergic reactions
c. To measure hair density
d. To assess scalp condition
9. Which of the following is a primary color?
a. Green
b. Orange
c. Red
d. Purple
10. What is the recommended angle for a haircut with uniform layers?
a. 45 degrees
b. 90 degrees
c. 180 degrees
d. 0 degrees
11. What is the main function of a conditioner?
a. To cleanse the hair
b. To add moisture and smooth the cuticle
c. To lighten hair color
d. To remove product buildup
12. Which chemical service breaks the disulfide bonds in the hair?
a. Hair coloring
b. Perming
c. Deep conditioning
d. Blow-drying
Section 3: Skin Care and Facials (10 Questions)
13. What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
a. Dermis
b. Hypodermis
c. Epidermis
d. Subcutaneous layer
14. Which skin type is characterized by excess oil production?
a. Dry
b. Normal
c. Oily
d. Combination
WRITTEN EXAM| ACTUAL QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS VERIFIED BY EXPERTS|
2025 UPDATE.
Section 1: Sanitation and Safety (10 Questions)
1. What is the most effective method for sterilizing metal tools?
a. Wiping with a towel
b. Using an autoclave
c. Soaking in soapy water
d. Rinsing with cold water
2. Which of the following is a disinfectant commonly used in cosmetology?
a. Baking soda
b. Hydrogen peroxide
c. Quaternary ammonium compounds
d. Olive oil
3. What is the primary purpose of an MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)?
a. To list product prices
b. To provide safety information about chemicals
c. To advertise salon services
d. To track inventory
4. How often should disinfectant solutions be changed in a salon?
a. Daily
b. Weekly
c. Monthly
d. Only when visibly dirty
5. Which of the following is an example of an OSHA requirement?
a. Providing a comfortable waiting area
b. Ensuring proper ventilation in the salon
c. Offering free consultations
d. Playing relaxing music
Section 2: Hair Care and Chemical Services (15 Questions)
6. What is the pH level of a neutral solution?
a. 0
b. 7
c. 10
d. 14
, 7. Which type of hair texture is most resistant to chemical processing?
a. Fine hair
b. Medium hair
c. Coarse hair
d. Curly hair
8. What is the purpose of a patch test before applying a hair color?
a. To determine hair porosity
b. To check for allergic reactions
c. To measure hair density
d. To assess scalp condition
9. Which of the following is a primary color?
a. Green
b. Orange
c. Red
d. Purple
10. What is the recommended angle for a haircut with uniform layers?
a. 45 degrees
b. 90 degrees
c. 180 degrees
d. 0 degrees
11. What is the main function of a conditioner?
a. To cleanse the hair
b. To add moisture and smooth the cuticle
c. To lighten hair color
d. To remove product buildup
12. Which chemical service breaks the disulfide bonds in the hair?
a. Hair coloring
b. Perming
c. Deep conditioning
d. Blow-drying
Section 3: Skin Care and Facials (10 Questions)
13. What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
a. Dermis
b. Hypodermis
c. Epidermis
d. Subcutaneous layer
14. Which skin type is characterized by excess oil production?
a. Dry
b. Normal
c. Oily
d. Combination
