Cosmetology Texas State Board Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

When razor cutting, it is recommended that the hair be cut?

Wet

When cutting extremely curly hair, it is recommended that the hair be cut?

Dry

When cutting kinky hair, it is recommended that the hair be cut?

Dry after straightening

Which governmental agency mandates the use of a P.D. Test prior to using aniline derivative tints?

Food and Drug Administration Signup and view all the answers

Clients' hair has lightened to a Level 6, what is the exposed underlying pigment color and what is the correct toner shade to achieve a neutral color?

Orange; Blue Signup and view all the answers

When giving a scissor haircut, the guideline is generally?

Below your fingers Signup and view all the answers

The amount of hair on a person's head is referred to as?

Density Signup and view all the answers

Hair with its cuticle in place and tightly closed is said to have?

Poor porosity Signup and view all the answers

Pediculosis Capitis is?

Head Lice Signup and view all the answers

In the 'shears-over-comb' technique, if the comb is held at an angle, the hair will be shorter?

True Signup and view all the answers

The red dermal light is used to treat?

Dry skin Signup and view all the answers

When using a hot iron, curling the hair from the ends towards the scalp is referred to as?

Croquignole curling Signup and view all the answers

What type of roller set (wet set) placement would create the most volume?

On Base Signup and view all the answers

In a pin-curl set, the clippies are inserted at the?

Open end Signup and view all the answers

The concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution is known as?

pH Signup and view all the answers

The perimeter of the haircut is found at the?

Outer Edge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lines would be used to add weight/volume in a haircut?

Horizontal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a term used when referring to human hair wigs?

Clubbed Signup and view all the answers

The tissue beneath the Free Edge of the nail is known as?

Hyponychium Signup and view all the answers

In hair cutting, angles below 90 degrees are used primarily to?

Build weight Signup and view all the answers

This type of guideline is used when you want to create a gradual increase in weight or length?

Stationary Signup and view all the answers

Another name for Tesla (high frequency) current is?

Violet Ray Signup and view all the answers

When giving a razor haircut, the guideline is generally?

Above your fingers Signup and view all the answers

Remy hair is?

Human hair with the cuticle intact Signup and view all the answers

The type of relaxer usually advertised as a 'No-Lye' and marketed for 'Sensitive Scalps' is?

Guanidine Signup and view all the answers

Most relaxers on the market contain?

Sodium Signup and view all the answers

Eye Tabbing involves?

The application of individual lashes Signup and view all the answers

When cutting hair using 'Double-Notched' thinning shears, what will be the result?

Removes less hair than with 'Single-Notch' shears Signup and view all the answers

In hair cutting, the area above the parietal crest is referred to as the?

Interior Signup and view all the answers

A 'hand-tied' or 'hand-knotted' wig is a?

Cap wig Signup and view all the answers

Process where the Sodium Hydroxide Relaxer removes one atom of sulphur from the disulphide bond?

Lantionization Signup and view all the answers

The 'shear-over-comb' method usually employs this type of comb?

Barber comb Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of 'Certified Colors' on the hair shaft?

Coat the cuticle Signup and view all the answers

A 'weft' will be found in a?

Capless wig Signup and view all the answers

Turned Hair is?

Hair with the cuticle 'turned' in one direction Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are true of Guanidine Relaxers except?

Have a lower pH than most thio relaxers Signup and view all the answers

Neutralizers, Stabilizers, and Fixatives all tend to fall where on the pH scale?

Below 7 Signup and view all the answers

Vellus hair can be distinguished from lanugo hair, because?

Vellus hair has little or no pigment Signup and view all the answers

The hair found on a man's face is referred to as?

Barba Signup and view all the answers

Machine made wigs are?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Can synthetic hair wigs be thermal styled or wet set?

No Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hair Cutting Techniques

Wet cutting is preferred for razor cutting for better results.
Dry cutting is ideal for extremely curly hair.
Kinky hair should be cut after straightening for optimal styles.
The guideline for scissor haircuts is generally below your fingers.
When using the "shears-over-comb" technique at an angle, hair will be shorter.

Hair Properties

Density refers to the amount of hair on a person’s head.
Poor porosity indicates hair with a tightly closed and intact cuticle.
Vellus hair lacks pigment and can be differentiated from lanugo hair.

Chemical Treatments

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandates a patch test prior to using aniline derivative tints.
Sodium is the primary component in most relaxers on the market.
Guanidine relaxers are marketed as “No-Lye” and are suitable for sensitive scalps.

Hair Color and Toners

Level 6 hair has an underlying orange pigment; to neutralize, use blue toner.
Certified colors coat the cuticle of the hair shaft.

Wig and Hair Types

Remy hair is human hair with the cuticle intact and aligned in one direction.
Cap wigs are "hand-tied" or "hand-knotted" wigs, whereas capless wigs are machine-made and use wefts.
Synthetic hair wigs cannot be thermal styled or wet set.

Guidelines and Effects in Hair Cutting

Angles below 90 degrees in hair cutting are used to build weight.
A stationary guideline is used for creating gradual weight or length increases.
The outer edge defines the perimeter of a haircut.

Special Techniques

Croquignole curling involves curling hair from the ends towards the scalp using a hot iron.
Eye tabbing involves the application of individual lashes.
The "shear-over-comb" method typically employs a barber comb.

pH and Hair Treatments

pH measures the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution; neutralizers usually have a pH below 7.
Guanidine relaxers typically have a lower pH than most thio relaxers.

Hair Structure Terms

The hyponychium is the tissue beneath the free edge of the nail.
The term "Barba" refers to the hair found on a man's face.
The area above the parietal crest in hair cutting is referred to as the interior section.

Additional Definitions

Open end placement in a pin-curl set means clippies are inserted at the open end for desired curls.
"Capless wigs" lack a full cap and are lighter for wear.
The process of lantanization in relaxers involves removing one atom of sulfur from the disulphide bond.

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Prepare for the Texas State Board Written Exam in cosmetology with these flashcards. Each card presents key terms and their definitions related to hair cutting techniques and regulations. Perfect for students looking to enhance their knowledge and readiness for the exam.