New York State Exam New York State Cosmetology Exam 2

Question 1

What is the function of the cuticle in nail structure?

Accepted Answer

Seals and protects the area where the nail meets the skin

Answer

Provides the nail with color

Answer

Anchors the nail to the bone

Answer

Produces melanin for the nail

Question 2

When performing a chemical relaxer service in New York salons, which safety step is mandatory?

Accepted Answer

Performing a scalp analysis and patch test before the service

Answer

Applying relaxer directly without a patch test

Answer

Mixing bleach with the relaxer to boost strength

Answer

Skipping base cream application for fine hair

Question 3

Which hair type is most prone to dryness and requires the most moisture-based products?

Accepted Answer

Type 4 (tightly coiled hair)

Answer

Type 1 (straight hair)

Answer

Type 2 (wavy hair)

Answer

All hair types equally

Question 4

Which pH range is considered neutral and is the natural pH of the hair and skin?

Accepted Answer

4.5–5.5

Answer

0–2

Answer

7

Answer

9–14

Question 5

In New York, which chemical process permanently waves straight hair by breaking and reforming disulfide bonds?

Accepted Answer

Permanent waving

Answer

Thermal straightening

Answer

Highlights

Answer

Toning

Question 6

Which law governs cosmetology practice standards and salon safety inspections in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York General Business Law Article 27

Answer

New York Health and Safety Code

Answer

New York Labor Law Section 12

Answer

New York Civil Practice Law