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Indiana Cosmetology State Boards Exam| 2026/2027 Edition | Comprehensive Preparation with Verified Questions and Answers (100% Correct)
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The study of the functions and activities of the organs/body systems and how they perform is called: Physiology The type of overlay that uses fabric over the nail is called a/an : Nail wrap The widest area of the head Crest (parietal ridge) The main ingredient used in a soft curl relaxer service : Ammonia thioglycolate A permanent wave solution with a pH of 6.9 is considered a/an : Acidic wave
The three main forms of matter are : Solid, liquid, gas Located at the base of the hair follicle, it's main function is to provide nourishment for hair growth : Papilla Melanocytes are found in which layer of the epidermis? Stratum germinativum The flow of electricity along a conductor is called a/an : Electric current The body system that includes the mouth, travels down the throat into the intestines, and ends at the rectum : Digestive system In the anagen stage of hair growth, the following occurs : The hair bulb is attached to the root
When healthy, wet hair will stretch approximately __________ and return to its original form without breaking. 50% The skills and experiences you possess from past positions that you have held are called : Transferable skills Of the different levels of infection control, which is the lowest? Sanitation The second level of infection control that kills MOST microbes is called : Disinfection After completing a manicure, what should be done with the following implements : cotton, emery board, and orange wood sticks Discard these porous items While putting your marcel iron away for the day, you accidentally burn yourself. What should you do first?
Immerse burn in cool water Technical name for the study of hair Trichology The three stages of hair growth, in the correct order : Anagen, catagen, telogen of The three main parts of a strand of hair, what is the outermost layer? Cuticle Due to its ability to lather freely, this type of water is preferred for shampooing : Soft Shampoo with a high pH level may cause hair to : Become dry and brittle
The two types of guides used when cutting the hair are : Stationary and traveling (mobile) What angle would you elevate the hair while cutting layers for a "shag" style? 90 degrees In haircutting, the subsection of the hair is known as : Part What color toner would be used to eliminate orange tones of brassiness? Blue All colors that contain alanine derivative tints require a __________ before application to determine if the client may have allergies. Patch test
Permanent colors have the ability to Lift natural pigment and deposits artificial pigment in a single process Decolorizing hair and recoloring it to desired level and tone is called : Double process technique When deciding how long a color application can process, always refer to : Manufacturer's directions The overlap method of wrapping hair for a permanent wave service is also called : Croquinole technique When working with thick, dense hair, what size partings should you take to ensure even and adequate absorption of permanent waving lotion? Small Which bonds are broken and rearranged during a permanent wave process? Disulfide
Onychophagy is also known as : Bitten nails If you cut yourself while performing a manicure, your first action should be : Stop the service and begin blood spill procedures The layer of skin where cell growth occurs through the process of mitosis Stratum germinativum On average, how long does it take for a new nail to grow? 4 - 6 months Organisms that grow, feed, and shelter on a "host" are known as : Parasite What skin type may be indicated by flakiness on the sides, and oiliness around the nose? Combination
What part of the hair absorbs chemical wave solution most quickly? Where porosity is greatest If the cuticle is slightly raised and accepts color easily, the hair is : Normal A coiled, corkscrew-shaped bacteria cell that causes syphilis and cholera : Spirillum Why should an antiseptic be applied to tweezed areas during a brow arch? To avoid infection Nerves and blood cells are found in what part of the nail? Nail bed Which of the following is the peak of a fingerwave? Ridge
Lightened Frequent shampooing with highly alkaline shampoo may cause hair to become : Dry When tinting lightened hair back to its natural shade, it's necessary to : Apply a filler High elevation in haircutting is used to : Create layers What is the function of keratin? Forms the base if all horny tissue Metal implements should be disinfected with : Hospital grade solution
When rinsing lightener from the hair, what temperature should be used? Tepid What is the tube-like pocket that contains the hair? Follicle The appropriate draping for a client receiving a permanent wave : Towel and a plastic cape What is the pH of sodium hydroxide? 10.5 - 11. The mobility of a pincurl is determined by the : Stem What type of hair coloring is designed to last 4-6 shampoos? Semi-permanent
In a lightener retouch, hair breakage may result if : The lightener overlaps Which test determines if a wig is made of human hair or synthetic fiber? Match/burn test A face is composed of straight lines with a wide forehead and jawline is considered to be : Square Color used to equalize porosity and deposits pigment to the hair is called : Color filler Which of the following conditions would prevent a cosmetologist from performing a service on a client? Tinea capitus
Applying pressure to the motor points of muscle have which of the following effects? Soothes and stimulates nerves and muscles What type of shampoo would be used to remove product buildup? Clarifying shampoo What should be used at the end of the day to thoroughly disinfect a whirlpool pedicure basin? 5% chlorine bleach to 1 gallon of water Antiseptics differ from disinfectants because they : Are safe to use on the skin When using disinfectants, you should remember that they : Can be dangerous if used incorrectly Your client has a bad case of dandruff. You should suggest : Scalp treatment and frequent mild shampoos
What happens I'm each individual hair shaft when an an alien derivative (oxidative) tint is mixed with hydrogen peroxide and applied? The cuticle swells, allowing pigment molecules to enter the cortex Which type of electric current is used for scalp and facial treatments because it increases blood flow, elimination and absorption, and metabolism, and has a germicidal effect when electrodes are used to apply it to the scalp and skin? Tesla high-frequency current The most successful cosmetologist is one who is equally proficient as a hairstylist and a : Salesperson Before draping a client, you should do all of the following except : Ask the client to wash his/her hands Besides cleaning the client's hair and scalp, a good shampoo can also : Give the client a good impression and experience in the salon
What type of shampoo should be used on chemically treated hair? A mild shampoo The muscle attached to the hair follicle is called the : Arrector pili muscle The correct method for removing sculptured nail is to : Apply a solvent and push them off A client who has athlete's foot requests a pedicure. You should : Refer the client to a doctor for treatment You can best help clients relax during facial manipulations by : Maintaining an even rhythm and pressure To create a natural look, you should apply cheek color no closer to the nose than the : Inner corner of the eye