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One of the major elements required for good health is proper:
One of the major elements required for good health is proper:
- diet (correct)
- hydration
- sleep
- exercise
For a good sitting posture, keep your knees and _____ close together.
For a good sitting posture, keep your knees and _____ close together.
feet
A successful cosmetologist is a skilled _____ .
A successful cosmetologist is a skilled _____ .
listener
Bacteria are not harmed by disinfectants while in the _____ .
Bacteria are not harmed by disinfectants while in the _____ .
Bacilli are bacteria with a _____ shape.
Bacilli are bacteria with a _____ shape.
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is caused by the HIV virus.
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is caused by the HIV virus.
Surfaces that may be sterilized are _____ .
Surfaces that may be sterilized are _____ .
Disinfection kills bacterial spores.
Disinfection kills bacterial spores.
A disinfectant that is 'Formulated for Hospitals and Health Care Facilities' must be _____ .
A disinfectant that is 'Formulated for Hospitals and Health Care Facilities' must be _____ .
Rather than using bar soaps which can grow bacteria, you should provide _____ .
Rather than using bar soaps which can grow bacteria, you should provide _____ .
The technical term for eyelash hair is _____ .
The technical term for eyelash hair is _____ .
The chemical composition of hair varies with its _____ .
The chemical composition of hair varies with its _____ .
The club-shaped structure that forms the lower part of the hair root is the _____ .
The club-shaped structure that forms the lower part of the hair root is the _____ .
The growing phase of hair is known as _____ .
The growing phase of hair is known as _____ .
A topical solution applied to the scalp that is medically proven to regrow hair is _____ .
A topical solution applied to the scalp that is medically proven to regrow hair is _____ .
Long, thick pigmented hair is known as _____ .
Long, thick pigmented hair is known as _____ .
Hair flowing in the same direction is known as _____ .
Hair flowing in the same direction is known as _____ .
Wiry hair may have a hard glassy finish caused by _____ .
Wiry hair may have a hard glassy finish caused by _____ .
A miniaturization of certain scalp follicles contributes to _____ .
A miniaturization of certain scalp follicles contributes to _____ .
Trichoptilosis is the technical name for _____ .
Trichoptilosis is the technical name for _____ .
The medical term for dandruff is _____ .
The medical term for dandruff is _____ .
A cape must not touch the client's skin because it may _____ .
A cape must not touch the client's skin because it may _____ .
In order to determine the water temperature during a shampoo, keep _____ over the spray nozzle.
In order to determine the water temperature during a shampoo, keep _____ over the spray nozzle.
Proper shampooing helps prevent _____ .
Proper shampooing helps prevent _____ .
To maintain proper _____ during haircutting, do not cut past your second knuckle.
To maintain proper _____ during haircutting, do not cut past your second knuckle.
The amount of elevation from the head form is _____ .
The amount of elevation from the head form is _____ .
Thinning is not advisable in the _____ .
Thinning is not advisable in the _____ .
The results of a high-elevation haircut should be _____ .
The results of a high-elevation haircut should be _____ .
If the head is pushed forward during a haircut, the results will be _____ .
If the head is pushed forward during a haircut, the results will be _____ .
Transition lines in hairstyling are usually _____ .
Transition lines in hairstyling are usually _____ .
The actual surface quality of the hair is referred to as _____ .
The actual surface quality of the hair is referred to as _____ .
The place the eye sees first in a hairstyle is the point of _____ .
The place the eye sees first in a hairstyle is the point of _____ .
A tight, firm, long-lasting curl is produced by the _____ .
A tight, firm, long-lasting curl is produced by the _____ .
A finished curl is affected by the shape of the base.
A finished curl is affected by the shape of the base.
If hair is wound one complete turn around a roller, it will create _____ .
If hair is wound one complete turn around a roller, it will create _____ .
When a smooth comb-out is desired, be sure to _____ .
When a smooth comb-out is desired, be sure to _____ .
The temperature of heated thermal irons is tested on _____ .
The temperature of heated thermal irons is tested on _____ .
Before the hair is combed out after blow-dry styling, it should be _____ .
Before the hair is combed out after blow-dry styling, it should be _____ .
The styling of hair with an air waver is performed in the same manner as _____ .
The styling of hair with an air waver is performed in the same manner as _____ .
Before perming, the hair should be tested for porosity and _____ .
Before perming, the hair should be tested for porosity and _____ .
The size of the curl or wave in permanent waving is controlled by _____ .
The size of the curl or wave in permanent waving is controlled by _____ .
The diameter of the individual hair strand is the hair's _____ .
The diameter of the individual hair strand is the hair's _____ .
Average permanent wave partings should match _____ .
Average permanent wave partings should match _____ .
When a perm is activated by outside heat, such as a hood dryer, it is endothermic.
When a perm is activated by outside heat, such as a hood dryer, it is endothermic.
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Study Notes
Health and Hygiene
- A balanced diet is essential for good health.
- Good sitting posture requires keeping knees and feet close together.
- Surfaces able to be sterilized must be nonporous to prevent infection.
- Proper hygiene is crucial; a cape must not touch a client's skin as it could carry diseases.
Cosmetology Skills
- Successful cosmetologists must be skilled listeners to understand client needs.
- Disinfectants are less effective during the spore-forming stage of bacteria.
- Effective disinfectants should be pseudomonacidal, bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal, particularly in healthcare settings.
Hair and Scalp Biology
- Cilia refers to eyelash hairs, unique in structure.
- Hair composition varies based on its color.
- The bulb forms the lower part of the hair root, essential for growth.
- The anagen phase is when hair actively grows, crucial for hair health.
- Monoxidil is a topical solution that promotes hair regrowth.
- Terminal hair is long, thick, and pigmented.
Hair Characteristics and Issues
- Hair flowing uniformly is called the hair stream.
- Wiry hair can have a hard, glassy finish due to flat cuticle scales.
- Androgenetic alopecia results from miniaturization of scalp follicles.
- Trichoptilosis is the technical term for split ends.
- Pityriasis refers to dandruff, a common scalp condition.
Shampooing and Hair Cutting
- Check water temperature during a shampoo by placing a finger over the spray nozzle.
- Proper shampooing can prevent various scalp disorders.
- When cutting hair, maintain proper technique by avoiding cuts past the second knuckle.
- Elevation in hair cutting is measured in degrees for precision.
- High-elevation haircuts aim for consistent length across the head.
Hairstyling Techniques
- Pushing the head forward during a haircut can result in an undercut.
- Transition lines in hairstyling are typically curved for a natural look.
- Hair texture refers to the surface quality of hair, impacting styling techniques.
- The point of emphasis in a hairstyle is where the eye is drawn first.
- A no-stem curl produces tight, firm, and long-lasting curls.
Curling and Perming
- The shape of the base does not affect the finished curl's appearance.
- A complete twist around a roller creates a C-shape in the hair.
- To achieve a smooth comb-out, always brush the hair to finalize the look.
- Test the temperature of heated thermal irons on tissue paper for safety.
- Hair must be cooled before combing out after blow-dry styling for best results.
- Styling with an air waver is similar to techniques used in finger waving.
Perming Techniques
- Hair must be assessed for porosity and elasticity before perming.
- The size of the curl or wave in permanent waving is determined by the size of the perm rod.
- The density indicates the hair's strand diameter, affecting styling choices.
- Permanent wave sectioning should align with the rod diameter for uniform results.
- Endothermic perms are activated using external heat, like a hood dryer.
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