Sample Question from State Board
All the following products contain a strong Alkali known as lye or sodium Hydroxide EXCEPT
***Neutralizers***
Hair Relaxers
Drain Cleaners
Callous removers
Which stroke should be used when shaving beneath the lower lip
Freehand
Backhand
***Reverse freehand***
Reverse backhand
Which of the following is TRUE of normal hair growth
Massage increases hair growth
***Shaving or cutting the hair has no effect on hair growth***
Grey hair is coarser and more resistant than pigmented hair
The amount of natural curl is always determined by racial background
Which of the following is a skin pigment disorder?
Eczema
***Lentigo***
Mole
Verruca
What is the meaning of immunity?
Germs in the air
The practice of cleanliness
Microorganisms that cause disease
***Resistance of an organism to infection or disease***
What is an alternative option to a scalp steamer when preparing for a shave?
Cream
Ointment
Tonic
***Towel***
Which is the ingredient in shampoo that attracts oily dirt in hair and wash it away?
Protein
Silicone
***Surfactant***
Moisturizer
Which is the first step when handling broken skin or exposure to blood?
***Stop performing service***
Clean work area and implements
Apply bandage to exposed area
Wash exposed area with anti-bacterial soap
All of the following purposes of having an MSDS available apply EXCEPT
The knowledge of safety in handling supplies
To have quick access to medical and first aid information
***Knowing what supplies are in stock***
To keep from being fined
What precaution should be used when applying a hot towel before a shave?
Boiling the towel in a ceramic bowl
Wringing the towel over a cool basin
Spraying the towel with a mild astringent
***Testing the water temperature on your wrist***
All of the following are functions of the skin EXCEPT
absorption
excretion
lubrication
***maturation***
Which of the following hair conditions resists color?
***Low porosity***
Small-diameter
Medium-textured
Chemically relaxed
What MUST a new client do before their first service is performed?
Pay for service
Schedule next appointment
***Complete a Consultation Card***
Fill out an emergency contact card
Which of the following hair color procedures will lighten hair prior to depositing color?
***Double process***
Predisposition
Secondary color
Virgin application
Which is the proper way to wash hands?
Run water until hot over hands
Rinse, lather, dry
***Wet, lather, scrub, rinse dry***
Apply lotion, scrub 20 seconds, rinse , dry
The following are fundamental colors EXCEPT
blue
***green***
red
yellow
OHSA regulated all of these EXCEPT
Chemical hazards
Employee-owned equipment
Personal protective Equipment
***Evaluation of skilled and competent services***
Which procedure would prepare implements that may accidentally be exposed to blood or body fluid?
Sterilization
***Disinfection***
Decontamination
Wash with soap
In which phase of hair growth is new hair produced?
***Anagen***
Catagen
Collagen
Telogen
Which of the following is considered a variation of friction and is used mainly to massage the arms and legs?
Fulling
Hacking
Vibration
***Wringing***
Which of the following hair color procedures will lighten hair prior to depositing color?
***Double process***
Predisposition
Secondary color
Virgin application
All of the following are tips for the clipper – over – comb technique EXCEPT
work against the growth pattern
***stand above the working area***
hold comb parallel to head
work with small sections
Which is a place used for storing disinfected tools and implements in the salon?
Utility cart
***Covered Container***
Laundry facility
Back bar
All of the following are a foundation of cornrows EXCEPT
***elevation***
even partings
lay close to scalp
three strand
Which stroke should be used when shaving across the chin?
***Freehand***
Backhand
Reverse freehand
Reverse backhand
Which of the following is MOST recommended for use by a new cutter to remove excess bulk?
Chunking shears
***Thinning shears***
Texturizing shears
Swivel shears
What types of strokes should be used when performing the backhand stroke?
*leading with the point of the razor
How should used linens, towels, and capes be handled in the barbershop?
*Placed in the laundry
What should be used to clean under nails during hand washing?
*Nail Brush
In order to prevent slipping, what should be kept dry on the left hand during the backhand stroke?
*Fingertips of the left hand
What is the position of the right hand when performing a reverse backhand stroke?
*Razor in freehand, turned upward
What type of stoke is used during the reverse backhand stroke?
*Downward gliding
What type of movement should be used when performing the reverse freehand stroke for a smooth gliding?
*Upward semi-arid stroke
What is amount of hair follicles per square inch on the scalp called?
*Density
What is an EPA registered disinfectant required for?
*Disinfectant product that destroys most bacteria
If perm solution gets into your eyes, what should you do?
* Immediately flush them with cool running water for at least 15 minutes
What bond does a relaxer solution break down?
*Disulfide bonds
Humectants is an ingredient in conditioners that do what?
*Retain moister
One of the main ingredients in shampoos is what?
*Surfactant
Scabies are wat type of parasites?
*A parasitic skin infection
Where do you use reverse backhand stroke?
*The neck and behind the ear
What direction do you move the razor with freehand stoke?
*Down
How do you stretch the skin with a freehand stoke?
*Taut and behind the razor
What implement do you use for a 0-degree elevation?
*Shears
What is the double process color service?
*Lightener to color
Before pressing, the hair is it thoroughly dried why?
*To avoid burning
In a relaxer service, what is the purpose of a test strand?
*To see if they have a reaction
What is the process of lifting the natural pigment from the hair called?
*Lightening
When holding a razor where does your pinky rest?
*Tang
What is the most sensitive part during face shave?
*Adams apple
If the client’s skin is too sensitive for astringent, what can be used in place?
*Witch hazel
What is the use of antiseptic?
*To slow or stop the growth of micro-organism
What are thinning shears for?
*Blending
When using trimmers, what can cause cuts, irritation, and ingrown hairs?
*Pressure
What do you do if a client is cut during a service?
*Stop the service
When are you required to wear gloves during a service?
*Chemical Service
An infection around the beard known as folliculitis barbea is also known as what?
*Barbers itch
When lightening/color virgin hair, where do you start?
*Applying color to the mid-lengths and end first
How would you apply wave solution?
*Evenly across and side to side
Knowing the hair grows 1/2 inch per month, the barber can use this to determine what?
*How much hair to cut off to achieve the desired length
As a licensee, what would you do if client just ask for trim?
*Recommend something you think is better
What is a sign or symptom of a local infection?
*Pus
There are 2 types of immunity?
*Natural and acquired
When mixing chemicals accordingly to the manufacture instructions, what are you required to have with you?
*Measuring device
What is the proper draping for clients receiving a chemical service?
*Double drape
How often should a barber disinfect a razor?
*After each client
What are disinfectants required to be used in a shop?
*Barbicide
What does SDS provide?
*Safety data sheet provide information of the hazards of a chemicals and how to safely handle them
Lathering before a shave services serves all these purposes except?
*Hair growth
Which finger is inserted into the finger grip on the still blade?
*Ring finger
Use shorter strokes when shaving around where?
*Close areas
Body building conditioners penetrate the hair strands to deposit protein where?
*The cortex of the hair shaft
Hair color products that use metallic salts can have this effect on excessive sunlight?
*Will cause a chemical reaction
What is the main determining factor of hair absorption of chemicals?
*The hair porosity
How do you use wide tooth comb to detangle curly hair?
*Split your hair into section
What is the best way to get an even shave by only lathering one time?
*Building a thick, consistent lather, thoroughly working it into your facial hair
What is the blow-dryer attachment the dries the hair without disturbing the curl pattern?
*Diffuser attachment
How long should implements be in disinfectant?
*10 min
What should you do immediately after a disinfectant comes in contact with your skin?
* Rinse the affected area with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes
What infection control step comes after cleaning?
*Disinfection
How would you sterilize an implement with a metal surface?
*Autoclave
How should permanent waving solution be applied?
*Liberally to top and underside of rods making sure to fully saturate
Before disinfectant can be used in a salon, they need to be approved by who?
*EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
In what area of the face is reverse freehand used?
*Neck and Chin – 14, 13, 10, 5
What is the purpose of neck strips?
*Provide a barrier between the neckband of the cape and the clients neck
Clay facial products should be used on what kind of skin?
*Oily and combination skin
Prior to shave, what should you check for?
*Skin infections or pustules
You should not use hot towels on a client who has?
*If skin is chapped, blistered, thin or sensitive
What is skin that has become thick or rough due to friction?
*Callous
When using a chemical relaxer, what part of the head do you start?
* The back of the head, specifically the nape of the neck
What type of comb should never be used when thermal pressing?
*Metal Comb
What should you user on dry hair?
*Leave in conditioners and hydrating shampoo-conditioner
What type of shampoo is used to get rid of build up?
*Clarifying
What type of dye is vegetable dye?
*Henna
How do you test the temperature of the thermal iron?
*Clamp it onto a piece of tissue paper or a white cloth for a few seconds
What stroke is used behind the ear down the neckline?
*Reverse backhand
When doing a head shave, where do you start?
*At the hairline at the front of your head
How is a graduated bob or beveled cut?
*The hair is cut with stacked layers that gradually get longer towards the front
A long-layered cut is also referred to as?
*Shag haircut
A razor is used to make the end of the hair what?
*Feathered, Textured
How often should disinfectant be changed?
*Weekly or when contaminated
What part of the razor leads the stroke?
*The point of the razor
What is used to apply electrotherapy to the skin?
*Electrode
What can be used on hair that has been treated with ammonium thioglycolate relaxer?
*Neutralizing shampoo
When doing a virgin lightener service, where should product be applied first?
* To the mid-lengths and ends of the hair
Avoiding fish hooks can be done when end papers are what?
*Past the hair ends