Beauty Business Techniques 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A client requests a balayage. Which technique best describes this service?
- Freehand painting of lightener onto the surface of the hair (Correct answer)
- Wrapping every strand in foil from root to tip
- Applying a single all-over box color
- Using a cap and hook to pull strands through
Correct answer: Freehand painting of lightener onto the surface of the hair
Balayage is a freehand highlighting technique where lightener is painted onto the hair surface for a natural gradient.
Question 2: During a manicure, what is the correct direction to file natural nails to avoid weakening them?
- Back and forth in a sawing motion
- In one direction from side to center (Correct answer)
- Only across the free edge tip
- Randomly until smooth
Correct answer: In one direction from side to center
Filing in one direction prevents splitting and weakening of the nail plate.
Question 3: Which massage movement uses light, circular kneading and is commonly used in a facial?
- Tapotement
- Effleurage
- Petrissage (Correct answer)
- Friction
Correct answer: Petrissage
Petrissage is a kneading movement that stimulates circulation in facial and body massage.
Question 4: When applying individual eyelash extensions, what should the extension be attached to?
- The eyelid skin
- The natural lash, about 1mm from the base (Correct answer)
- The waterline directly
- The base of the eyebrow
Correct answer: The natural lash, about 1mm from the base
Extensions are isolated and bonded to a single natural lash a short distance from the base to protect the follicle.
Question 5: In hair cutting, what technique removes bulk without changing the overall length?
- Blunt cutting
- Thinning or texturizing (Correct answer)
- Clipper-over-comb
- One-length cutting
Correct answer: Thinning or texturizing
Thinning shears or point cutting reduce density while keeping the perimeter length intact.
Question 6: What is the purpose of a base coat during a nail polish application?
- To add shine as the final layer
- To prevent staining and help polish adhere (Correct answer)
- To speed up drying time
- To remove cuticles
Correct answer: To prevent staining and help polish adhere
A base coat protects the natural nail from staining and improves polish adhesion.
Question 7: Which technique is used to apply foundation for a flawless, airbrushed look?
- Dragging the product in straight lines
- Stippling with a dense brush or sponge (Correct answer)
- Rubbing vigorously with fingers
- Applying with a comb
Correct answer: Stippling with a dense brush or sponge
Stippling deposits product in light layers for even, natural-looking coverage.
Beauty Business Techniques 2
A client requests a balayage.
Which technique best describes this service?