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Select the four chemicals that can be found in nail products.

A
dibutyl phthalate
B
ethanol
C
ethyl acetate
D
toluene
E
epinephrine
F
formaldehyde
G
hydrogen peroxide
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Give three reasons why attending a program that is accredited may be advantageous.

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Explain why the person in the scenario below might be better off working at a beauty salon, rather than at a long-term care facility.Situation: Steven is a funny guy and a talented esthetician. He can't help cracking jokes, sometimes at inappropriate moments. He's also hardworking and full of energy—it's difficult to slow him down. Steven can also be a bit dramatic and gossipy, and if a client is rude to him, watch out!

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Which of the following is required of prospective licensees by all states?

A
a high-school diploma
B
attendance at an approved program
C
two-year college degree
D
a minimum age of eighteen
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What is one of the ways in which the skin cools the body?

A
decreasing the body's melanin
B
dilating surface blood vessels
C
sending more collagen to the cells
D
creating extra keratin
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A salon that allows an employee to learn on the job through apprenticeship instead of going to school to be trained must do which of the following?

A
get the apprenticeship program approved by the state
B
pay for continuing-education classes for the apprentice
C
pay the apprentice a salary
D
have three licensed cosmetologists on staff
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A facial [BLANK] is a concoction of vitamins, minerals, and fruit extracts in a paste-like cream.

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Select four areas that a barbering school might teach.

A
history of barbering
B
treatment of the hair and scalp
C
hair removal
D
esthetics
E
hygiene
F
manicuring
G
common skin disorders
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Microdermabrasion is a more intense exfoliation procedure than a chemical peel that uses a machine to remove the outer layers of the epidermis. Describe two technologies for performing a microdermabrasion and the materials used for carrying them out.

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Give three examples of what a personal-care worker can look for concerning the nails to protect herself and others.

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Explain a hair-coloring process as it relates to two parts of the hair.

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Some states allow applicants for a license in the personal-care industry to do which of the following instead of attending a state-approved school?

A
attend continuing education classes
B
pay an additional fee
C
take both a written and a practical exam
D
serve a paid apprenticeship under a licensed practitioner
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Which purpose does NACCAS serve?

A
It grants licenses.
B
It accredits private postsecondary schools and departments of cosmetology.
C
It judges practical examinations.
D
It issues certificates and diplomas.
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Explain why the scenario below fails to meet New York State's requirements for a cosmetology license? Situation: Patty was almost finished with her 1,000 hours of study at an accredited cosmetology program, so she mailed in her license application in anticipation. When she understood why her application was rejected, she completed the two requirements she had missed, applied again, and took her written and practical exams.

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According to the FDA, people who are allergic or have sensitivities to hair dye may experience which four of the following effects?

A
hair loss
B
thirst
C
depression
D
burning
E
color-blindness
F
facial swelling
G
trouble breathing
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Sensory receptors send information to nerve endings deep in the skin. That information is then sent to the spinal cord and brain. What is one way that this process protects us?

A
It allows us to recognize when someone means us harm because the amygdala is activated.
B
It prevents baldness and slows the effects of the aging process.
C
It enables us to register pain when something we are doing could cause damage, such as performing an exercise incorrectly.
D
It lets us know when we like the feel of something so that we can repeat it in the future.
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Chemical peels and microdermabrasion are forms of which of the following?

A
exfoliation
B
manicure
C
permanent makeup
D
hair removal
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After cleansing the skin, an aesthetician performing a facial may discuss which of the following with a client?

A
health habits, such as diet, water consumption, medications, and vitamins being taken
B
sensitively broach the subject that the client's appearance would benefit from teeth whitening
C
an exercise routine that includes movements to tighten sagging skin
D
emotional issues that may be contributing to wrinkles, a sure sign of stress

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