state board cosmetology

You cut clients hair in Jan, 6 mnths later they return requesting you cut hair to same length how many inches should you remove
a)6 inched
b)2 inches
c)3 inches
d)1 inch

Shaving is an example of cutting or removing the hair at the level of the skin what is the term used for this type of hair removal
a)electrolysis
b)depilation
c)tripicia
d)hirsutism

Short fine soft hair with pigment
a)lanugo
b)barba
c)terminal
d)capilli

Short fine light color unpigmented hair often observed on women and children
a)vellus
b)lanugo
c)barba
d)terminal

Extremely curly hair tends to grow
a)faster than typical 1/2" per month
b)apprx. 1/2" per month
c)somewhat slower than 1/2" norm
d)apprx. 1/4" per month

Short hairs 1 ot 2 centimeters in length containing little or no pigment
a)lanugo
b)vellus
c)barba
d)terminal

Canitites is another name for
a)red hair
b) gray hair
c)black hair
d)curly hair

This short fine pigmented hair is often observed on premature babies
a)terminal
b)vellus
c)lanugo
d)canities

Normal wet hair can be stretched __% of its length without damage or breakage
a)10%
b)20%
c)depends if the hair is curly or straight 
d)40- 50%

Normal dry hair can be stretched __% of its length without damage or breakage
a)10%
b)20%
c)depends if the hair is curly or straight
d)40-50%

Hair follicle determines hairs
a)shape direction and texture
b)shape size and density
c)shape size and color
d)shape size and direction growth

Which croquignole curl creates the least movement in the hair
a)full stem
b)half stem
c)off base
d)no stem on base

Which of the following term is not part of pin curl
a)base
b)strand
c)stem
d)arc

If stylist is attempting to create finger waves and comb does not penetrate to the scalp to make certain hair at the scalp is moving the result will be
a)no wave
b)weak wave
c)strong wave
d)an uneven wave

Most important factor in achieving a strong finger wave is 
a)being certain only top hair is moving
b)having correct styling tools
c)be certain hair at scalp is moving
d)all the above

Hair set using alternating rows pin curls and finger waves is referred to as
a)cascading waves
b)waterfall waves
c)skip waves
d)c shapings

What is effect of on base or no stem placement on the hair
a)less volume more movement
b)more volume less movement
c)medium volume medium movement
d)less curl more wave

Which type of placement creates the greatest degree of movement and softness
a)full stem off base
b)no stem on base
c)all pin curls create firm curls and movement
d)1/2 stem 1/2 base

What base type is best used for barrel curls
a)triangular
b)rectangular
c)square
d)round

Which type of placement creates least degree of movement and softness
a)full stem off base
b)no stem on base
c)all pin curls create firm curls and movement
d)1/2 stem 1/2 off base

What is the effect of off base placement on hair
a)less volume
b)more volume
c)medium volume
d)more curls

What is the effect of half off base placement on hair
a)less volume 
b)more volume
c)medium volume
d)more curl

What is best method to handle your shears if you stop cutting momentarily
a)place them closed on your station
b)palm them closed facing client
c)palm them open facing stylist
d)palm then closed facing stylist

Pin curl is made up of which of the following
a)stem base and ridge
b)stem base and circle
c)stem base and curl
d)stem base and closed end

no stem pin curl or an on base roller set creates
a)tight firm long lasting curl
b)maximum movement
c)loose curls
d)deep waved ridges

To create tight firm ling lasting curl use
a)no stem curls
b)half stem curls
c)full stem curls
d)off base curls

To create tight firm long lasting curl use
a)on base curl
b)half off base
c)ridge direction
d)off base

No stem curl would be equivalent of a(n)
a)on base curl
b)half off base curl
c)off base curl
d)skip wave

Which of the following is most correct
a)on base=no stem
b)half off base=half stem
c)off base= full stem
d)all of the above

Which of the following would create firmest curl with strongest wave pattern
a)no stem on base 
b)half stem half off base
c)full stem off base
d)skip wave

Pin curl will receive both its direction and mobility use
a)base
b)arc
c)stem
d)all of the above

Which of following would create a curl with weakest loosest wave pattern
a)no stem/ on base
b)half stem half off base
c)full stem/ off base
d)skip wave

If client seeks loose curls or waves with greatest movement or mobility use
a)on base or no stem curls
b)1/2 off base or half stem curls
c)off base or full stem curl
d)off base or no stem curls

Which placement would create a strong curl pattern with looseness in finished set
a)no stem/on base
b)half stem/half off base
c)full stem/off base
d)skip wave

When you have combinations of pin curls and finger waves this pattern is referred to as
a)finger waves
b)marie antoinette waves
c)cascade waves
d)skip waves

If stem direction is going towards clients face it is referred to as 
a)backwards movement
b)forward movement
c)skip waves
d)cascade curls

Oxidation occurs during which of the following periods
a)processing
b)oxidative
c)neutralization
d)reduction

For maximum volume use
a)barrel curls off base
b)half base half stem
c)off base full stem
d)on base no stem

Stand up pin curls are often referred to as
a)off base curls
b)barrel curls
c)cascade curls
d)waterfall curls

In roller set part of the hair closet to the head is referred to as the
a)open end
b)closed end
c)curl direction
d)wave ridge

When doing a roller (wet) set what should be the width of the parting?
a)1/2" smaller than roller
b)1/2" wider than roller
c)1/4" smaller than roller
d)same size as roller

In wet set which of the following placements would result in least volume
a)1/2 stem
b)off base
c)on base
d)full stem

In pin curl set which of the following placements creates max volume
a)no stem
b)off base
c)on base
d)full stem

Which of the following takes longer to rinse from clients hair
a)ammonium thioglycolate perm
b)alkaline perm
c)acid balanced perm
d)acid perm

Which permanent wave will cause the least swelling/ opening of he cuticle
a)acid wave
b)cold wave
c)ammonium thio wave
d)acid balanced wave

Triangular shaped bases in a pin curl set can be used to 
a)avoid excessive volume
b)avoid any splits in dried style
c)create maximum volume
d)create crisper/firmer curl

During which period in permanent wave process does oxidation occur
a)neutralizing
b)processing
c)rebonding
d)all of the above

Reduction occurs during which of the following periods
a)neutralizing
b)oxidative
c)neutralizing
d)reduction

During which period in permanent wave process does oxidation occur
a)neutralizing 
b)processing
c)rebonding
d)both a and c

Curling hair from scalp to ends is referred to as
a)croquignole
b)cascade
c)waterfall
d)spiral

In permanent wave the diameter of rod will determine the
a)number of rods to be used
b)number of rods needed
c)processing time
d)size of curl

Which type of shampoo may increase porosity and hasten color fading
a)conditioning
b)moisturizing
c)volumizing
d)none of the above

In hair cutting the word complimentary means the same as
a)opposite
b)similar
c)2 colors that look good together
d)colors that do not look good together

What is 20 volume hydrogen peroxide equivalent to
a)3%
b)6%
c)9%
d)12%

What is 40 volume hydrogen peroxide equivalent to
a)3%
b)6%
c)9%
d)12%

What is complimentary color for yellow
a)blue
b)violet
c)green
d)orange

What color neutralizes yellow when tinting
a)blue
b)violet
c)green
d)orange

What is the opposite color to yellow
a)blue
b)violet
c)green
d)orange

A clients hair has been lightened to shade of pale yellow they wan to see no warmth in hair, you should use a toner with what base color?
a)blue
b)violet
c)green
d)orange

If you want no lift and deposit only which strength of h2o2 would you use?
a)20 volume
b)15 volume
c)5
d)30

Over oxidation in any chemical process may result in
a)under processing
b)uneven color or curl
c)hair breakage
d)none of the above

An acid rinse may be used to achieve all of the following except
a)close cuticle
b)remove built up soap scum from hair
c)increase shine
d)open cuticle

Which of the following would you use to achieve maximum lift in one process color
a)3% or 10 vol.
b)6% or 20 vol.
c)9% or 30 vol.
d)12% or 40 vol.

Approx. how long will bleach mixture last before losing its potency
a)as long as it does not dry out
b)1 hr
c)2 hrs
d)4 hrs

What is complimentary color for red
a)orange
b)violet
c)green
d)blue

What is opposite color for red
a)orange
b)violet
c)green
d)blue

If stylist wants to remove tint they should use
a)bleach
b)dye solvent
c)deposit only H2O2 
d)20 vol h2o2 or above

Coloring material of hair in known as
a)pigment
b)melanin
c)ptygerium
d)orthocytes

Highlighting shampoo is made by addition of ammonia water and h2o2
a)shampoo
b)henna
c)temp colors
d)demi-perm. colors

Layer of hair in which melanin is found
a)cuticle
b)papilla
c)medulla
d)cortex

What color could be used to neutralize a green cast in hair
a)blue
b)violet
c)green
d)red

White hair is discolored with yellow streaks apply  ____ to camouflage the yellow
a)red rinse
b)yellow rinse
c)bluing rinse
d)green rinse

Client has white hair discolored with yellow streaks apply ___ to correct yellow
a)violet toner
b)yellow toner
c)bluing rinse
d)green toner

Aniline derivative tints are derived from
a)carbon base inorganic matter
b)synthetic materials
c)vegetables byproducts
d)coal tar

Which if the following services would likely not require a predisposition test
a)tint back
b)cream discoloration
c)tint touch up
d)high lift tint

High lift colors often use double peroxide what does this mean when mixing a tine
a)twice as much tint as peroxide
b)double processing
c)equal amounts of peroxide and tine
d)twice as much h2o2 as aniline derivative

Which of the following is not a primary color
a)yellow 
b)orange
c)red
d)blue

Which of the following is not a secondary color
a)orange
b)green
c)purple
d)blue

Which of the following choices correctly identifies the 3 primary colors
a)red whit and blue
b)red yellow and green
c)red yellow and blue
d)green orange and violet

Client has lightened his/her hair to an odd shade or orange what color should you use to tone the orange from her hair
a)green
b)blue
c)violet
d)more orange

Client has 70% -80% gray and wants it tinted to its original color choose
a)one shade lighter than original
b)same shade as original
c)one shade darker than original
d)2 shades darker than original

Stylist puts blue based toner on hair lightened to pale yellow what are results
a)neutral light blonde
b)light blue
c)green
d)none of the above

Aniline derivative tints belong to family of
a)vegetables dyes
b)non-metallic salt dyes
c)hennas
d)penetrating dyes

Blue and yellow are primary colors when mixed equally they make
a)dark blue
b)orange
c)green
d)light blue

You have lightened clients hair medium brown hair to lightest pale yellow what toner should you apply to achieve a neutral/platinum blonde shade
a)blue
b)violet
c)green
d)red

If you lightened clients med. brown hair to lightest pale yellow and you apply blue based toner what will be the result
a)light blue
b)light violet
c)light green
d)light red

What is darkest pigment color
a)brown
b)blue
c)black
d)red

Law of color suggest you would use which of the following to darken a color
a)violet
b)blue
c)green
d)black

When applied to white or very light gray hair, hennas will produce what color
a)light brown
b)dark brown
c)orange
d)red

If client wants perm and color what would be the recommended order
a)perm then color
b)color then perm
c)one or the other but not both
d)color today perm another day

Hair with a hard closed compact cuticle layer is
a)resistant and non porous
b)resistant and porous
c)porous and easy yo work with
d)porous and difficult to work with

How far in advance must a P.D test be given
a)1-24 hrs
b)5-7 min
c)24-48 hrs
d)at least 48 hrs

Which one of the following colors would not require a p.d test
a)certified color
b)demi permanent color
c)semi permanent color
d)permanent color

When tinting blue green and violet are classified as
a)warm colors/tones
b)cool colors/tones
c)complimentary colors/tones
d)secondary colors/tones

When tinting red orange and yellow are classified as
a)warm colors/tones
b)cool colors/tones
c)complimentary colors/tones
d)secondary colors/tones

Which of the following is correct in terms of lasting longer on hair (shortest to longest)
a)temp, permanent, semi permanent,demi permanent
b)temp, demi,semi,permanent
c)temp,semi,demi,permanent
d)temp,perm,demi,semi

Toners are
a)aniline tints in bright vivid colors
b)aniline derivative tints in pale delicate shades
c)aniline tints between level 5 to 10
d)aniline derivative tines between levels 8 and 10

What coloring effect would used of chamomile produce on very light hair
a)light cool violet tone
b)pale yellow blonde tone
c)light ash tone
d)red

If client has 80% gray hair which of the following is best for maximum coverage
a)demi
b)semi
c)permanent
d)temp

Why would stylist use a filler on bleached or highly lightened hair
a)to increase its porosity
b)to decrease its porosity
c)to even out its porosity
d)to avoid damage to hair shaft

Colors with no warmth are considered
a)best for older clients
b)cool shades
c)unflattering shades
d)warm shades

In hair coloring "double process"refers to
a)tinting twice
b)bleach and tone
c)bleaching twice
d)bleach and tint

Returning color to its original shade whether lighter or darker is known as
a)color filler
b)color blocking
c)color correction
d)tint back

Any product designed to remove artificial color from hair is known as
a)decolorizers
b)dye solvent
c)bleached 
d)peroxide

An oxidative tint is best mixed in container made from
a)glass/plastic
b)stainless steel
c)wood
d)metal

Angle/degrees at which you hold out hair from scalp prior to cutting
a)elevation
b)graduation
c)weight line
d)demarcation

Slithering/effilating refers to a technique of decreasing bulk by
a)point cutting
b)thinning hair
c)opening and partially closing shears down shaft
d)both b and c

Extremely resistant canitites hair may require stylist to use
a)a pre- softener
b)pre lightener
c)lighter shade than desired
d)darker shade than desired

Para phenylene diamene colors are generally used for
a)fabris
b)furs
c)leather
d)hair

It is generally not allowable for stylist to color clients cilia however if you decide to do so which of the following products should you not use
a)professional lash and brow tint
b)aniline derivatives tints
c)mascara
d)eye shadow

If client has predominantly gray hair and they show you the color they would like on color chart what should you do
a)low vol peroxide for deposit only
b)high vol h2o2 on resistant grey hair
c)choose a color 1 shade lighter
d)choose 1 shade darker

What effect do acids have on hairs cuticle layer
a)soften and swell
b)soften and shrink
c)harden and shrink
d)harden and swell

What is the purpose of pre softening before application of one step color
a)open pores
b)open cuticle
c)speed up processing time
d)achieve more even tone

What is purpose of pre softening before bleach application
a)open pores
b)opens cuticle
c)speeds up processing time
d)achieve more even tone

Hair with an open cuticle layer is
a)usually straight
b)less porous
c)porosity remains unchanged
d)more porous

Most soap is usually
a)neutral
b)alkaline
c)acid
d)none of the above

Most shampoo is usually
a)neutral
b)alkaline
c)acid
d)none of the above

Most 60  second rinses are ___ to counteract the ___ pH of most shampoos
a)acid,alkaline
b)alkaline,acid
c)neutral, acid
d)neutral,alkaline

Mild acid rinse such as vinegar can be used to
a)close cuticle
b)increase shine
c)remove built up soap/shampoo scum
d)all of the above

How does good porosity of hair (an open cuticle) effect processing times
a)usually lengthens them
b)usually shortens them
c)usually they remain unchanged
d)usually provides better elasticity

What effect does alkaline have on hairs cuticle layer
a)soften and swell
b)soften and shrink
c)harden and shrink
d)harden and swell

What type of rinse would be bad choice prior to applying a temporary color
a)conditioning rinse
b)volumizing rinse
c)alkaline rinse
d)acid rinse

Which of the following hydrogen peroxide
strengths is deposit only
a)10 vol
b)20 vol
c)30 vol
d)40 vol

Which of the following hydrogen peroxide strengths is deposit only
a)12%
b)6%
c)3%
d)9%

If p.d test shoes negative results what should be done
a)proceed with service
b)refuse service
c)use a weaker peroxide strength
d)recommend another service

If p.d test shows positive results what should be done
a)proceed with service
b)refuse service
c)use weaker peroxide
d)recommend another service

When performing virgin bleach or high lift color what does hair closet to scalp process more quickly
a)its newer hair
b)its younger hair and more porous
c)its shorter hair
d)heat from scalp speeds lightening

What would you use to remove old very dark tint
a)high lift tine
b)dye solvent
c)bleach
d)40 vol cream hydrogen peroxide

Minimum sub partings in bleach app are
a)1/16
b)1/8
c)1/4
d)1/2

When applying high lift volume virgin tint on hair begin app 
a)away from scalp through the end
b)away from scalp to the ends
c)from scalp through ends
d)away from scalp and 1/2' from ends

In which layer of hair do all permanent chemical reactions occur
a)cuticle
b)medulla
c)papilla
d)cortex

When decolorizing hair, strand test are performed to test for
a)porosity
b)elasticity
c)decolorization
d)both b and c

What liquid could you use to reduce the strength oh Hydrogen Peroxide
a)tap water
b)spring water
c)distilled water
d)conditioner

When doing a tine back from lighter color which of the following should be used
a)darker tine
b)filler
c)lighter tine
d)dye solvent

When testing presence of metallic dyes/salts in hair you should place a strand of hair in which of the following
a)30 v h202, 30 drops ammonia,30 min
b)20 v h202 20 drop ammonia 20 min
c)1/2 ammonia and 1/2 water 30 min
d)20 v h202 45 min

When using higher volume h202 than manufacturer recommends what is likely
a)burning of clients scalp
b)faster processing
c)lower lifting than anticipated
d)high lifting than anticipated

Although anyone may decide an allergy, patch p.d test might be a good idea which agency is responsible for ordering that these type of test be administered
a)state government
b)state board of cosmo.
c)salon management
d)none of the above

Tone lacking warm pigment may be referred to as the following except
a)ash tones
b)smokey tones
c)drab tones
d)silvery tones

Strand test reveals too much orange in hair what would not correct this
a)add cool tone
b)add a drabber
c)add smoky tone
d)add warm tone

strand reveals too much yellow in hair what would correct this
a)add blue drabber
b)add green toner
c)add violet toner
d)add warm toner

Strand test reveals greenish cast in hair, all of the following are incorrect except
a)adding cool tone
b)adding a drabber
c)adding smoky tone
d)adding warm toner

Normal pH of human hair skin and nails
a)4.5-5.5
b)5.5-6.5
c)2.5-3.5
d)5.0-5.5

After removal of perm solution,relaxer,bleach or aniline tints hair is in what state
a)acid
b)alkaline
c)base
d)both b and c

Best way to be certain how color will appear on clients hair is to conduct a/an
a)experimental test
b)strand test
c)P.d test
d)color hold test

Best way to determine how clients hair skin or nail will react to a certain product is to conduct any or all of the following except
a)allergy test
b)patch test
c)p.d test
d)p.d test

If client becomes inflamed after patch test is given this result is said to be
a)positive
b)negative
c)neutral
d)contra indicated

If positive result is observed including inflamed skin this is conditon known as
a)dermatitis verruca
b)dermatitis rubra
c)dermatitis vitiligo
d)dermatitis venenata

App of virgin tint is going lighter should begin
a)where hair is lightest
b)at crown of head
c)around hairline
d)where hair is darkest

This act/law requires a p.d test prior to app of aniline derivative tints
a)cosmetology and cosmetics act
b)cosmetics and chemistry act
c)u.s food drug and cosmetics act
d)u.s federal food drug and cosmetics act

Which government agency mandates use of p.d test prior to aniline tints
a)epa
b)omb
c)fda
d)osha

Example of progressive hair dye is
a)aniline derivative tints
b)demi permanent colors
c)metallic salts
d)color rinse

____ leave hair unfit for further chemical service
a)metallic dyes
b)demi permanent colors
c)aniline derivatives tints
d)color rinse

Certified colors are
a)temporary products
b)aniline derivatives tints
c)metallic salts
d)permanent colors

Application of virgin tint going darker should begin
a)where hair is lightest
b)at crown of head
c)around hairline
d)where hair is darkest

If client has almost entirely gray hair and wants to darken it to its original color where should you begin to apply product?
a)nape
b)crown
c)sides
d)front

Simplest way to correct greenish cast in blonde hair would be with
a)orange
b)red
c)green
d)yellow

Terms ash,smoky,and drab are used interchangeably and regard what color base/s
a)red or green
b)yellow orange or violet
c)orange or blue
d)green blue or violet

Henna is an ex of what type of tint
a)metallic
b)permanent
c)aniline
d)vegetable

Aniline derivatives tints may safely be applied in p.d test was
a)positive and at least 24 hrs old
b)positive and least 5-7 min old
c)negative and at least 72 hrs old
d)negative and between 24 and 48 hrs old

Compound dye is generally made by combining metallic salts with
a)progressive dyes
b)permanent dyes
c)semi permanent dyes
d)vegetable dyes

Aniline derivative tines are also known as
a)metallic dyes/tints
b)henna
c)penetrating dyes
d)non-penetrating dyes

Builds up and coats cuticle with repeated app makes hair darker
a)aniline derivatives
b)semi permanent tint
c)progressive dye/tint
d)none of the above

What is action of semi or demi permanent color on hair
a)lift artificial pigment
b)lift natural pigment
c)lift and deposit pigment
d)deposit pigment

What is action of an aniline derivative tint color(w/ appropriate h2o2) on hair
a)lift artificial pigment
b)lift natural pigment
c)lift and deposit pigment
d)deposit pigment

What is action of high lift color w/ appropriate developer on hair
a)lift artificial pigment
b)lift natural pigment
c)lift and deposit pigment
d)deposit pigment

What is action of bleach with developer on hair
a)lift artificial pigment
b)lift natural pigment
c)lift and deposit pigment
d)deposit pigment

What is action of dye solvent on hair
a)lift artificial pigment
b)lift natural pigment
c)lift and deposit pigment
d)deposit pigment

What is action of deposit only color on hair
a)lift artificial pigment
b)lift natural pigment
c)lift and deposit pigment
d)deposit pigment

Agent that begins any chemical reaction is known as
a)developer
b)catalyst
c)protinator
d)protagonist

When rinsing decolorizer from hair the stylist should use cool water
a)to open cuticle and remove all product
b)avoid scalp irritation
c)to avoid tangling
d)helps to close cuticle and adds shine

Which of the following ingredients ,all used by cosmetologist, is principal ingredient in semi demi and permanent color
a)sodium hypochlorite
b)ammonium thioglycolate
c)sodium hydroxide
d)para phenylenediamine

During permanent wave, if hair begins to smoke or cotton turns purple
a)This indicated the presence of henna
b)this indicates presence of vegetable dyes
c)this indicates presence of metallic salts
d)indicates presence of certified colors

In virgin tine going darker apply product
a)from scalp through ends
b)1/2' from scalp to/through ends
c)1/2" from scalp until 1/2 from ends
d)from scalp until 1/2 from ends

Stylist use activators boosters protinators and ____ as a catalyst
a)bleach
b)aniline derivative tint
c)h2o2
d)alcohol

Black white and gray are often referred to as
a)mono chromatic colors
b)achromatic colors
c)poly chromatic colors
d)acro chromatic colors

Accounting for nearly 2/3 of bloods volume 
a)thrombocytes
b)hemoglobin
c)plasma
d)lymph

When attempting to tint highly resistant hair you should
a)use higher h2o2
b)use low volume h2o2
c)use pre-softener
d)apply product on damp hair

Which of the following would you use to pre-soften resistant grey hair
a)ammonium thioglycolate
b)sodium thioglycolate
c)aniline derivative tint
d)hydrogen peroxide

The minimum wait time between application of one decolorization and the next is 
a)24 hrs
b)48 hrs
c)1 week
d)7-14 days

If client has entirely gray hair and wants to darken it where should you begin
a)nape
b)crown
c)sides
d)front

Which of the following products would work fastest to relax overly curly hair
a)sodium hypochlorite
b)sodium bromate
c)sodium hydroxide
d)ammonium thioglycolate

Client with kinky hair wants it temporarily relaxed you should
a)soft press/single press
b)hard press/double press
c)soft perm
d)sodium hyrdroxide relaxer

Client with kinky hair wants it temporarily relaxed with large curls, stylist should do
a)soft press
b)hard press
c)soft perm
d)sodium hydroxide relaxer

Client with kinky hair wants it permanently relaxed until it is curly stylist should do
a)soft press
b)hard press
c)soft perm
d)sodium hydroxide relaxer

When applying virgin sodium hydroxide relaxer, the application should do
a)from scalp up to ends
b)from scalp through ends
c)1/2" from scalp 1 in from ends
d)1" from scalp 1/2" from ends

When applying a virgin thio relaxer the application should be done
a)from scalp up to ends
b)from scalp through ends
c)1/2" from scalp to ends
d)1/2"from both scalp and ends

When relaxing hair with thio relaxer how wide should partings be
a)1/8"
b)1/4"
c)1/2"
d)1/4"

Which of the following relaxers leave hair unfit for any further chemical service 
a)ammonium thioglycolate
b)sodium hydroxide
c)sodium thioglycolate
d)potassium hydroxide

Hair previously relaxed with sodium hydroxide should not be
a)colored using permanent hair color
b)set in rollers for 24 hrs
c)shampooed with color fast product
d)flat ironed

Hair that was relaxed with thioglycolate based product should not be treated with a
a)thio based product
b)sodium based product
c)demi permanent color
d)permanent color

Pressing creams oils and other products designed to protect hair should be used
a)after completing style
b)after shampoo prior to drying
c)on dry hair after shampoo
d)after drying and prior to completing style

This type of relaxer is usually advertised as a no-lye relaxer 
a)sodium hydroxide
b)lithium hydroxide
c)guanidine
d)potassium hydroxide

Relaxer recommended for sensitive scalps are sold over the counter
a)sodium hydroxide
b)lithium hydroxide
c)guanidine
d)potassium hydroxide

Process where a hydroxide relaxer removes one atom of sulfur from disulfide bond
a)oxidation
b)lanthionization
c)lithiumization
d)redox

Hydroxide relaxer breaks disulfide bond thereafter it is referred to as lanthionine bond, these bonds
a)must be reformed by neutralizer
b)reform through air neutralization
c)are the last bonds to reform
d)can never be reformed

If relaxer is advertised as no lye you can be certain it is not which of the following
a)ammonium thioglycolate
b)guanidine
c)thioglycolate
d)sodium hydroxide

All of the following are true guanidine relaxers except
a)they contain no lye
b)have lower pH than thio relaxer
c)cause less skin/scalp irritation
d)more drying to hair

Although marketed for sensitive scalps this type of relaxer will cause more swelling of hair shaft and is more drying to hair than hydroxide type of relaxer
a)sodium
b)lithium
c)potassium
d)guanindine

If relaxer is rinsed with cold water there is a good chance the relaxed hair will
a)break
b)revert
c)tangle
d)all the above

When doing a chemical relaxer service the best h2o2 temperature for shampooing is
a)hot
b)tepid
c)cool
d)cold

Unless instructions say otherwise to stop action of relaxer they stylist should
a)rinse with cool/tepid water
b)apply neutralizer
c)rinse with warm water
d)rinse with cold water

To avoid tangling hair while rinsing relaxer use
a)hot water with med pressure
b)hot water with low pressure
c)cold water with med pressure
d)tepid water with med pressure

Unless otherwise instructed by manufacturer when rinsing any relaxer it is best to use
a)warm to tepid water
b)cool to tepid water
c)cold water to cool scalp
d)hot water to remove all relaxer

To stop chemical reaction after relaxer has been removed stylist should use/apply
a)fixative neutralizer or stabilizer
b)cold water
c)oil based conditioner
d)warm water

In chemical relaxer the action of neutralizer is to do which of the following
a)stop action of processing solutions
b)reform broken bonds of hair
c)establish how curly/straight hair will be
d)all of the above

In chemical relaxer the action of fixative is to do which of the following
a)stop action of processing solutions
b)reform broken bonds of hair
c)establish how straight hair will be
d)all of the above

A thio relaxer should be applied to
a)dry hair
b)wet hair
c)pressed hair
d)damp hair

In a permanent wave the action of neutralizer is to do which of the following
a)stop action of processing solution
b)reform broken bonds of hair
c)establish how curly hair will be
d)all of the above

Chemical hair relaxers will tend to
a)be disulphides
b)be alkaline
c)be neutral
d)be acid

Chemical relaxers will tend to have which of the following effects on hair.
a)harden and shrink
b)soften and swell
c)harden and swell
d)soften and shrink

App of neutralizer has what effect on hair
a)curl straight hair
b)relax curly hair
c)soften and swell hair
d)reform broken hair bonds

Which hair bonds can only be broken chemically
a)disulfide
b)hydrogen
c)keratin
d)salt

Chemical relaxers are designed to break which bonds of hair
a)disulfide
b)hydrogen
c)keratin
d)salt

Stylist should begin app of chemical relaxer
a)at top
b)nape or most resistant area
c)at crown
d)at the sides

Permanent wave solutions are designed to break which bonds of hair
a)disulfide
b)hydrogen
c)keratin
d)salt

Chemical relaxers and permanent wave solutions will often begin to smoke on clients head if there is/are any ____ on hair
a)aniline derivatives color
b)demi-permanent color
c)alcohol based stylist aids
d)metallic dyes

If client has metallic salts/dyes on their hair you should not give a
a)permanent wave
b)chemical hair relaxer
c)press and curl
d)both A and B

Shampooing blow drying/curling irons and brushing will break which bonds of hair?
a)disulfide
b)polypeptide
c)hydrogen
d)salts

Acidic products have which action on hair
a)soften
b)soften and swell
c)harden
d)harden and shrink

Alkaline  products have which action on hair
a)soften
b)soften and swell
c)harden
d)harden and shrink

Although incompatible Both thio and sodium relaxers are
a)acidic 
b)alkaline
c)acidic and alkaline
d)sodium is alkaline and thio is acidic

Both thio and sodium relaxers will have what effect on hair
a)hardening
b)softening
c)thio will harden sodium will soften
d)straighten

Neutralizer stabilizer or fixative will have what effect on hair
a)hardening
b)softening
c)straighten
d)relax

Neutralizer stabilizer or fixative is
a)acidic
b)alkaline
c)acidic and alkaline
d)straighening

Neutralizing shampoos are sometimes referred to as
a)neutralizers
b)stabilizers
c)fixatives
d)all of the above

Because they are incompatible and usage may cause extensive breakage hair treated with Sodium Hydroxide relaxer should not be treated with
a)guanidine
b)ammonium thioglycolate
c)certified colors
d)temporary colors

To remove relaxers from hair stop their chemical action and avoid damage to hair itself it is necessary to
a)shampoo hair at least twice
b)use an acid balabced shampoo
c)rinse hair well
d)both b and c

If relaxer comes into contact with skin or scalp must be
a)gently removed with cold water
b)gently removed with hot water
c)gently removed with dry towel
d)gently removed with moist towel

How often is it recommended to have a relaxer retouch
a)every 4 weeks
b)1 to 2 months
c)3 to 4 months
d)6 to 8 months

What strength relaxer would you suggest using on fine/damaged hair
a)weak
b)regular
c)alkaline
d)mild

If relaxer is left on hair longer than directions state what will likely occur
a)may be necessary if hair is resistant
b)hair may become straight
c)hair may discolor
d)hair may break

A disulphide relaxer often marketed as less damaging to hair is or has
a)an alkaline pH
b)an acidic pH
c)pH starts as alkaline then turns acidic
d)none of the above

Relaxer app generally begins
a)at crown
b)at nape
c)at temples
d)at sides

What would be first step in chemical relaxer service
a)section hair
b)apply base cream
c)discuss with client
d)complete client records

Once hair is relaxed with thio relaxer app of a new thio relaxer may cause
a)deconstruction of hair shaft
b)breakage
c)color to darken
d)none of the above

In cutting chemically relaxed it is recommended you use
a)shears
b)clippers
c)razors
d)specialized shears for cutting relaxed hair

Using very cold water while rinsing relaxer will cause all of the following except 
a)reversion
b)breakage
c)tighter curl
d)looser curl

Which of the following is not a strength of professionally made relaxers
a)color treated
b)mild
c)super/extra strength
d)regular

Product protection scalp from irritation in a no base relaxer is know as
a)base cream
b)protective cream
c)neutralizing cream
d)no scalp cream is applied in no base relaxer

Product protecting scalp from irritation in a relaxer service is known as
a)base cream
b)protective cream
c)neutralizing cream
d)no scalp cream is applied in a no base relaxer

In virgin relaxer the relaxing product should be applied
a)1/2" from scalp to 1/2 from ends
b)1 in. from scalp to 1/2 in. from the ends
c)from scalp to /through ends
d)1/2 in. from scalp and 1 in. from ends

When doing a retouch relaxer service avoid
a)using sodium hydroxide relaxer
b)overlapping previously relaxed hair
c)using thio relaxer
d)use of oil based conditioners

Which agency approves efficacy of product used for infection control
a)fda
b)epa
c)department of health
d)state board of cosmetology

Designed to reform hairs disulfide bonds neutralizers have what effect on hair
a)swell and harden
b)swell and soften
c)harden and shrink
d)harden and swell

Which of the following cant be used to reform hair after relaxer is removed
a)fixative
b)stabilizer
c)conditioner
d)neutralizer

Stretching hair during app of relaxing cream will cause it to
a)straighten faster
b)break
c)have no effect
d)revert

Average pH range of sodium hydroxide relaxer is
a)about same as thio relaxer
b)somewhat higher than thio
c)Somewhat lower than thio
d)highly acidic

When doing a retouch relaxer service it is a good idea to
a)deeply condition hair immediatley prior to service
b)have relaxed hair damp
c)leave conditioner on previously relaxed hair during service
d)have hair wet

Chemical relaxers and permanent wave solutions have what effect on hair
a)acid so they shrink and harden
b)alkaline so they swell and harden
c)alkaline so they swell and soften
d)idk

Average pH range of an ammonium thioglycolate relaxer is
a)4.5-5.5
b)7.5-8.5
c)