Cosmetology Written Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

When using a chemical relaxer, which of the following must you avoid using?

Bleaches or high-lift color products (correct)

Shampoos

Moisturizers

Conditioners

Alkaline waves are recommended for all of the following hair types EXCEPT:

Fine hair (correct)

Medium hair

Coarse hair

Wavy hair

When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down which of the following bonds?

Disulfide bonds

When using relaxers incorrectly, which of the following could happen?

The hair melts Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following areas would you start a relaxer retouch application?

Area most resistant Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are relaxers EXCEPT:

No-lye relaxers Signup and view all the answers

What is the name for a permanent wrap when it is wrapped from the ends to the scalp in overlapping layers?

Croquignole Perm Wrap Signup and view all the answers

What does a stylist look for during a scalp analysis for chemical procedures?

Abrasions on scalp Signup and view all the answers

What equalizes porosity?

Fillers Signup and view all the answers

Fillers are NOT used for:

Grey coverage Signup and view all the answers

What would you use for dramatically lighter hair color?

Prelightening Signup and view all the answers

Which hydrogen peroxide developers are used with most high-lift colors?

40-Volume Signup and view all the answers

An alkalizer can do everything EXCEPT:

Make a physical change Signup and view all the answers

What can NOT be achieved in the use of demipermanent color?

Cover gray hair Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following government agencies can issue fines for salons that do not have MSDS's available during business hours?

OSHA Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a concern to the FDA?

To legally require companies to share information on their products Signup and view all the answers

What does OSHA NOT regulate?

Evaluation of skilled and competent services Signup and view all the answers

Extended exposure to salon products without proper precaution can affect all of the epithelial tissues EXCEPT:

Cartilage Signup and view all the answers

Light therapy, the application of light rays to the skin is used for everything EXCEPT:

To decrease circulation Signup and view all the answers

What refers to hair elasticity?

Stretchability and strength of the hair Signup and view all the answers

Hirsutism, a form of terminal hair growth, is characterized by what?

Long, coarse, pigmented hair found on the scalp, legs, arms, and bodies of males and females Signup and view all the answers

In which phase of hair growth is new hair produced?

Anagen Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are utilized to evaluate your clients' needs and desired results EXCEPT:

Giving your preference as a stylist Signup and view all the answers

What is the best hairstyle for a round facial type?

Create height or volume on top and no volume at the sides Signup and view all the answers

What focus points fit a combination cut?

Varying amounts of weight Signup and view all the answers

What is the most flexible and versatile wig construction method?

Hand-tied Signup and view all the answers

Which haircut technique involves the tips of the scissors being pointed toward the hair ends rather than into them?

Notching Signup and view all the answers

Understanding the effect of ________ will help create any desired shaping?

Elevation Signup and view all the answers

Which shears are MOST recommended for use by a new cutter to remove excess bulk?

Thinning shears Signup and view all the answers

What will be the result after burning a human hair wig?

Distinctive odor Signup and view all the answers

What should ALWAYS be done during a proper cross-checking?

Cross-check opposite of cut partings Signup and view all the answers

What determines the temperature setting of the iron?

Texture Signup and view all the answers

Which lines create length and height in a hair design?

Vertical Signup and view all the answers

What density and texture combinations would create the MOST volume in a hairstyle?

Thick-coarse hair Signup and view all the answers

The stylist's objective is to create the illusion of which facial shape?

Oval Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT an essential nutrient to maintain healthy skin?

Fats Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a galvanic treatment using a very low level of electrical current?

Microcurrent Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chemical Relaxers

Avoid using bleaches or high-lift color products when applying chemical relaxers.
Chemical relaxers break down disulfide bonds in hair.

Hair Types and Treatments

Alkaline waves are not recommended for fine hair.
Using relaxers incorrectly can lead to hair melting.
Relaxer retouch applications should start in the area's most resistant to processing.

Types of Relaxers

No-lye relaxers are not classified as traditional relaxers.

Perm Techniques

Croquignole Perm Wrap involves wrapping hair from ends to scalp in overlapping layers.

Scalp Analysis

Scalp analysis during chemical procedures looks for abrasions on the scalp.

Hair Porosity

Fillers are used to equalize porosity in hair.

Hair Coloring Techniques

Prelightening is used for achieving dramatically lighter hair color.
40-Volume hydrogen peroxide developers are typically used with high-lift colors.
Demipermanent color does not cover gray hair.

Regulatory Agencies

OSHA can impose fines on salons lacking Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) during business hours.
FDA does not require companies to share information on their products legally.
OSHA does not regulate the evaluation of skilled and competent services.

Product Safety

Extended exposure to salon products without precautions affects epithelial tissues but not cartilage.

Light Therapy

Light therapy is applied to the skin for various benefits but does not decrease circulation.

Hair Growth

Hair elasticity refers to the stretchability and strength of the hair.
Anagen is the phase of hair growth where new hair is produced.

Client Evaluation

Evaluating client needs should not involve sharing stylist preferences.

Hairstyling for Face Shapes

For round facial types, hairstyles should provide height or volume on top with no volume on the sides.

Cutting Techniques

A combination cut emphasizes varying amounts of weight.
Hand-tied offers the most flexible and versatile wig construction method.
Notching technique uses the tips of scissors pointed towards hair ends for cutting.

Hair Shaping Principles

Understanding elevation is key for desired shaping in hair designs.
Thinning shears are recommended for removing excess bulk, especially for new cutters.

Wig and Hair Care

Burning a human hair wig emits a distinctive odor.
Cross-checking requires checking cut partings against the opposite side for accuracy.

Styling Lines and Volume

Vertical lines in hair design create length and height.
Thick-coarse hair provides the most volume in hairstyles.

Facial Shape Illusion

Stylists aim to create the illusion of an oval facial shape for aesthetics.

Skin Health

Fats are not considered essential nutrients for maintaining healthy skin.

Treatments and Current Types

Microcurrent is defined as a galvanic treatment using low-level electrical current.

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Prepare for the Psi Cosmetology Written Exam with these flashcards. Each card covers essential topics including chemical relaxers and hair types to ensure you're well-versed in the material. Test your knowledge and boost your confidence before the big exam!