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NJ COSMETOLOGY STATE BOARD WRITTEN
2025/2026 EXAM COMPLETE CURRENT TESTING
QUESTION AND DETAILED CORRECT ANSWER
(VERIFIED) GUARANTEED PASS/TOP-RATED A+.
NJ COSMETOLOGY
Ace your New Jersey Cosmetology State Board written exam with
this comprehensive guide, designed to master state-specific
sanitation, chemical services, and client safety regulations. This
resource delivers practical, scenario-based questions and
verified answers covering hair, skin, and nail care protocols
mandated by New Jersey law.
How long is a temporary license good for? ...... ANSWER
....... 120 days
The Smallest Organism is ...... ANSWER ....... An Atom
What cut makes an equal layer length cut? ...... ANSWER
....... 90 degrees
How long is a student permit for? ...... ANSWER ....... Until
Graduation
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Rollers should be what before disinfection? ...... ANSWER
....... Cleaned and washed with soap and water.
In what phase does hair grow in? ...... ANSWER .......
Anagen Phase
What causes oily skin? ...... ANSWER ....... Over
productive sebaceous glands.
What do you do if your client has tinea pedis? ......
ANSWER ....... Refer to a physician.
What is the difference between a shampoo with a pH of 7
compared to pH of 4? ...... ANSWER ....... More
Alkaline
What haircut is best for clients with a short neck? ......
ANSWER ....... A Short haircut
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What effect happens when hydrogen peroxide is added to
permanent hair color? ...... ANSWER ....... Oxidation
What is a plant based bacteria? ...... ANSWER .......
Fungi/Tinea
What is recommended for people with onychophagy? ......
ANSWER ....... Frequent Manicures
What is NOT recommended prior to having a chemical
service done? ...... ANSWER ....... Brushing the hair
How much does human hair grow a month? ...... ANSWER
....... 1/2 Inch
Client calls to say she has burns on scalp from blowdryer,
how does that happen? ...... ANSWER ....... The hairdryer
was in the same place for too long.
pH Levels for acid to alkaline: ...... ANSWER ....... Acid is
below 7, 7 is neutral, and alkaline is above 7.
NJ COSMETOLOGY STATE BOARD WRITTEN
2025/2026 EXAM COMPLETE CURRENT TESTING
QUESTION AND DETAILED CORRECT ANSWER
(VERIFIED) GUARANTEED PASS/TOP-RATED A+.
NJ COSMETOLOGY
Ace your New Jersey Cosmetology State Board written exam with
this comprehensive guide, designed to master state-specific
sanitation, chemical services, and client safety regulations. This
resource delivers practical, scenario-based questions and
verified answers covering hair, skin, and nail care protocols
mandated by New Jersey law.
How long is a temporary license good for? ...... ANSWER
....... 120 days
The Smallest Organism is ...... ANSWER ....... An Atom
What cut makes an equal layer length cut? ...... ANSWER
....... 90 degrees
How long is a student permit for? ...... ANSWER ....... Until
Graduation
, Page 2 of 25
Rollers should be what before disinfection? ...... ANSWER
....... Cleaned and washed with soap and water.
In what phase does hair grow in? ...... ANSWER .......
Anagen Phase
What causes oily skin? ...... ANSWER ....... Over
productive sebaceous glands.
What do you do if your client has tinea pedis? ......
ANSWER ....... Refer to a physician.
What is the difference between a shampoo with a pH of 7
compared to pH of 4? ...... ANSWER ....... More
Alkaline
What haircut is best for clients with a short neck? ......
ANSWER ....... A Short haircut
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What effect happens when hydrogen peroxide is added to
permanent hair color? ...... ANSWER ....... Oxidation
What is a plant based bacteria? ...... ANSWER .......
Fungi/Tinea
What is recommended for people with onychophagy? ......
ANSWER ....... Frequent Manicures
What is NOT recommended prior to having a chemical
service done? ...... ANSWER ....... Brushing the hair
How much does human hair grow a month? ...... ANSWER
....... 1/2 Inch
Client calls to say she has burns on scalp from blowdryer,
how does that happen? ...... ANSWER ....... The hairdryer
was in the same place for too long.
pH Levels for acid to alkaline: ...... ANSWER ....... Acid is
below 7, 7 is neutral, and alkaline is above 7.
