Cosmetology Test Wigs, Hair Extensions, and Hair Additions

Question 1

Which hair extension method uses a keratin adhesive applied with a heat tool to attach individual strands near the root?

Accepted Answer

Keratin/fusion bonding

Answer

Fusion bonding uses a keratin-based adhesive melted with a heat tool to attach individual extension strands close to the scalp.

Question 2

Which hairpiece is designed to cover only the crown or top area of the head?

Accepted Answer

Wiglet

Answer

A wiglet is a small hairpiece specifically designed to cover just the crown or top section of the head.

Question 3

What is the primary advantage of human hair wigs over synthetic wigs?

Accepted Answer

They can be heat-styled and chemically colored

Answer

Human hair wigs tolerate heat styling tools and chemical services such as coloring, which would permanently damage synthetic fibers.

Question 4

Which extension method involves sewing hair wefts onto braided natural hair cornrows?

Accepted Answer

Sew-in weave

Answer

The sew-in weave method braids natural hair into cornrows and then uses a needle and thread to sew weft extensions onto those braids.

Question 5

What is the FIRST step a cosmetologist should take before fitting a client with a wig?

Accepted Answer

Measure the client's head

Answer

Accurate head measurements ensure the wig will fit comfortably and securely before any other fitting steps are performed.

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