Cosmetology Test Skincare and Services 5

Question 1

Before applying a chemical exfoliant to a client, the cosmetologist should always:

Accepted Answer

Perform a patch test and review contraindications including medications

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Apply a thick moisturizer to buffer the acid

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Steam the skin for 20 minutes to open pores fully

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Apply toner with a high alcohol content

Question 2

Lymphatic drainage massage during a facial is intended to:

Accepted Answer

Reduce puffiness by encouraging lymph fluid movement away from tissues

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Stimulate sebum secretion from glands

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Exfoliate the surface layer of the skin

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Increase melanin production for a more even tone

Question 3

Retinoids used in professional skincare are derivatives of which vitamin?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin A

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Vitamin C

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Vitamin E

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Vitamin K

Question 4

A client complains of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following a recent breakout. Which ingredient is commonly recommended to help brighten this discoloration?

Accepted Answer

Niacinamide

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Petrolatum

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Mineral oil

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Lanolin

Question 5

What distinguishes a closed comedone (whitehead) from an open comedone (blackhead)?

Accepted Answer

Whiteheads have a closed follicle opening; blackheads are open to air, causing oxidation

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Whiteheads contain bacteria; blackheads do not

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Blackheads occur only on the nose; whiteheads occur everywhere else

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Whiteheads are always inflamed; blackheads are non-inflamed cysts

Question 6

Which facial massage movement involves a deep, circular friction applied with the fingertips to stimulate circulation?

Accepted Answer

Friction

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Effleurage

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Pétrissage

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Tapotement

Question 7

Which regulatory body governs licensing requirements for cosmetologists and estheticians in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Each individual state's cosmetology board

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)