COSMETOLOGY FLORIDA STATE
BOARD CLINICAL EXAM
REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GRADED A+ 2025/2026
Guanidine - ANS Although somewhat less irritating to the scalp, this type of relaxer is actually
harsher to the hair than hydroxide relaxers.
Hydrogen peroxide storage - ANS Always store hydrogen peroxide in an opaque container in a
dark, cool location.
Elevation - ANS The angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for cutting.
Aniline derivatives - ANS Contain small, uncolored dyes that combine with hydrogen peroxide
to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
Aniline derived tints - ANS Oxidants tints, Certified colors, deposit only tints, progressive
tints. Aniline derived tints are penetrating.
Ash, smoky, and drab - ANS Terms used to describe green, blue, violet.
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,Client jewelry removal - ANS Before a chemical service, have the client remove her jewelry.
Temperature test for hot iron - ANS Test for temperature by testing it on a piece of tissue
paper or damp towel.
Semi-permanent and demi-permanent color effect - ANS Both colors work by depositing
pigment only.
Acid-balance rinse purpose - ANS May be used to preserve the color in tinted hair.
Permanent wave aftercare advice - ANS Use an alkaline shampoo followed by alkaline rinse,
brush the hair frequently during the first three days to even out the curl, use a moisturizing
conditioner, and use an acid balance shampoo followed by an acid rinse.
Cotton turns purple after permanent wave - ANS Most likely the client has previously used
metallic-based hair color.
Post-toner care - ANS After a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently shampooed and
rinsed, apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle, lower the pH, and help prevent fading.
Certificate colors usage - ANS Commonly used in temporary color rinses.
Hard or double press - ANS A treatment involving two applications of the pressing combs on
each side of the hair, recommended for extremely curly, wiry hair or when the results of a soft
press are not satisfactory.
Soft press - ANS A hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing comb once on each
side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl.
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, Compound dyes - ANS A combination of metallic salts dyes and vegetable dyes.
Direction of hair growth - ANS Results from the direction of the hair follicle.
Lightening process - ANS Fine light hair will lighten the fastest.
Progressive hair color product - ANS An example is metallic tints.
Barbering technique - ANS A flexible comb, well suited for closed tapering at the nape using
the scissors over comb technique.
Guanidine relaxers - ANS They are harsher to the hair than sodium hydroxide relaxers.
No lye relaxer - ANS Guanidine.
Inverted triangle or heart-shaped facial type hairstyle - ANS Close at the forehead, gradually
increasing around the center, fullest at the jaw.
Levels of color - ANS From the lightest blond haircolor through black there are 10 levels of
color.
Curly hair cutting technique - ANS It is often best to cut curly hair dry.
Greenish cast in hair correction - ANS A warm tone color.
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BOARD CLINICAL EXAM
REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GRADED A+ 2025/2026
Guanidine - ANS Although somewhat less irritating to the scalp, this type of relaxer is actually
harsher to the hair than hydroxide relaxers.
Hydrogen peroxide storage - ANS Always store hydrogen peroxide in an opaque container in a
dark, cool location.
Elevation - ANS The angle which you hold the hair out from the scalp for cutting.
Aniline derivatives - ANS Contain small, uncolored dyes that combine with hydrogen peroxide
to form larger, permanent dye molecules within the cortex.
Aniline derived tints - ANS Oxidants tints, Certified colors, deposit only tints, progressive
tints. Aniline derived tints are penetrating.
Ash, smoky, and drab - ANS Terms used to describe green, blue, violet.
1 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
,Client jewelry removal - ANS Before a chemical service, have the client remove her jewelry.
Temperature test for hot iron - ANS Test for temperature by testing it on a piece of tissue
paper or damp towel.
Semi-permanent and demi-permanent color effect - ANS Both colors work by depositing
pigment only.
Acid-balance rinse purpose - ANS May be used to preserve the color in tinted hair.
Permanent wave aftercare advice - ANS Use an alkaline shampoo followed by alkaline rinse,
brush the hair frequently during the first three days to even out the curl, use a moisturizing
conditioner, and use an acid balance shampoo followed by an acid rinse.
Cotton turns purple after permanent wave - ANS Most likely the client has previously used
metallic-based hair color.
Post-toner care - ANS After a toner has been rinsed out and the hair gently shampooed and
rinsed, apply an acid conditioner to close the cuticle, lower the pH, and help prevent fading.
Certificate colors usage - ANS Commonly used in temporary color rinses.
Hard or double press - ANS A treatment involving two applications of the pressing combs on
each side of the hair, recommended for extremely curly, wiry hair or when the results of a soft
press are not satisfactory.
Soft press - ANS A hair straightening technique using a thermal pressing comb once on each
side of the hair shaft; removes 50 to 60% of curl.
2 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, Compound dyes - ANS A combination of metallic salts dyes and vegetable dyes.
Direction of hair growth - ANS Results from the direction of the hair follicle.
Lightening process - ANS Fine light hair will lighten the fastest.
Progressive hair color product - ANS An example is metallic tints.
Barbering technique - ANS A flexible comb, well suited for closed tapering at the nape using
the scissors over comb technique.
Guanidine relaxers - ANS They are harsher to the hair than sodium hydroxide relaxers.
No lye relaxer - ANS Guanidine.
Inverted triangle or heart-shaped facial type hairstyle - ANS Close at the forehead, gradually
increasing around the center, fullest at the jaw.
Levels of color - ANS From the lightest blond haircolor through black there are 10 levels of
color.
Curly hair cutting technique - ANS It is often best to cut curly hair dry.
Greenish cast in hair correction - ANS A warm tone color.
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