Cosmetology Test Review 5

Question 1

A client's hair is at a level 6 (dark blonde) and she wants to achieve a level 9 (light blonde). How many levels of lift are needed?

Accepted Answer

3 levels

Answer

Moving from level 6 to level 9 requires lifting 3 levels (6→7→8→9) of natural pigment from the hair.

Question 2

The Fitzpatrick Scale is used to classify a client's:

Accepted Answer

Skin type and sun sensitivity

Answer

The Fitzpatrick Scale categorizes skin into six types (I–VI) based on its reaction to sun exposure and melanin content.

Question 3

Which nail shape is recommended for clients with wide nail beds to create a slimmer appearance?

Accepted Answer

Almond

Answer

The almond shape narrows toward the tip, creating an elongating illusion that helps a wide nail bed appear slimmer.

Question 4

The chemical that raises the pH of hair and opens the cuticle during permanent color application is:

Accepted Answer

Ammonium hydroxide

Answer

Ammonium hydroxide (ammonia) in permanent hair color raises the pH and swells the cuticle to allow color molecules to enter the cortex.

Question 5

Which infection control term means destroying all microbial life including bacterial spores?

Accepted Answer

Sterilization

Answer

Sterilization is the complete destruction of all microbial life, including the most resistant bacterial endospores.

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