Oregon Cosmetology State Board – Hair Practice Test

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• How long should permanent wave solution be rinsed from the hair?
• In which scenario is it important to perform a patch test?
• Small amounts of chlorine added to water are primarily used for?
• What is the optimum pH for most hair products?
• Which type of hair treatment should NOT be performed on certain clients due to potential side effects?
• Which statement is true about demipermanent haircolor?
• What type of hair is best suited for a permanent wave?
• What is the best method to obtain pale blonde results in hair coloring?
• Which chemical is commonly used in water treatment to kill bacteria?
• What issue can overlapping color cause?
• At what angle should the hair be wrapped for on-base placement?
• What is an infection called when it is confined to a specific part of the body and appears as a lesion containing pus?
• What is the recommended temperature range for perm solutions?
• What is the role of the cuticle in hair?
• How often should a client with oily hair type wash their hair?
• Which factor is critical in determining how hair will absorb dye?
• What is a key feature of a product designed to improve hair manageability?
• Which type of bacteria is characterized by a spiral shape?
• How often should hair color services typically be performed?
• What should stylists encourage clients to do between coloring services to maintain hair health?
• Which haircoloring technique is often used to create highlights?
• In haircutting, what does elevation refer to?
• To cover unpigmented hair in a salt-and-pepper client, the color formulation should be:
• What does viscosity refer to in a liquid?
• What kind of reaction occurs when hair is neutralized after perming?
• What is the effect of using a lower volume developer in hair color?
• What is the strongest primary color that is also cool?
• Which chemical bond is broken when hair is permed?
• What type of relaxers are known as lye relaxers?
• What should be done if a client's scalp is irritated during a service?
• What is the main ingredient in most hair conditioners?
• What tool is essential for precision cutting?
• Which of the following best describes the function of protoplasm in bacteria?
• In extremely curly hair, the twists are described as what?
• What should be the first step in a haircutting service?
• What type of hair color is formulated to deposit but not lift color?
• Which type of hepatitis is known to be the most difficult to kill on surfaces?
• What type of heat source is required to activate an endothermic wave?
• Haircolor levels are typically arranged on what kind of scale?
• What is the impact of a high level of porosity on hair color application?
• Which haircut technique creates softer, blended edges?
• What is the difference between semi-permanent and demi-permanent hair color?
• The term tone refers to:
• What is the term used for the body’s ability to destroy and resist infection?
• When should you perform an elasticity test on hair?
• What is the ideal processing time for most hair colors?
• What is the purpose of protein conditioners in hair care?
• What is the main active ingredient in alkaline perm solutions?
• What is the middle layer of hair known as?
• Which factor is NOT typically assessed during a hair consultation?
• What term is used to describe the thickness of an individual hair strand?
• During the decolorization process, how many stages can natural hair go through?
• In permanent waving, the size of the curl is determined by the:
• During a lightener retouch, what part of the hair is lightened first?
• What is the primary benefit of cold wave perms?
• What kind of products should be used on dry or damaged hair?
• What is the purpose of the relaxing process in hair?
• Which effect does a conditioning shampoo primarily provide?
• What is the role of a developer in hair coloring?
• What term describes a molecule that attracts oil?
• What layer of the hair provides strength and elasticity?
• What is a common method to assess a client's hair condition before a treatment?
• What is the purpose of scalp astringent lotion?
• Which colors are described as sandy or tan?
• How can hydroxide ions left in the hair after a relaxer be neutralized?
• What is the primary purpose of a hair consultation?
• What substances are known to absorb moisture or promote water retention?
• Which hair type can handle a higher volume of hydrogen peroxide?
• Which term refers to a molecule that attracts water?
• What is the natural pH of hair?
• What effect does chemical texturizing have on the hair's pH level?
• Which type of hair color is primarily used to blend gray hair?
• What is the primary purpose of a strand test?
• What type of disease is produced by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites?
• Which of the following is a characteristic of ammonia-free waves?
• What is the cuticle layer of hair?
• If red is added to blue-based colors, how will the resulting colors appear?
• On average, how long should semipermanent hair color last?
• What is an example of a physical change to hair?
• Which term describes the angle at which the rod is positioned on the head?
• What is the pH value characteristic of thio chemical relaxers?
• The chemical texture service that loosens overly curly hair into loose curls or waves is known as:
• What is the purpose of adding small amounts of chlorine to water?
• What color category does ash fall under in hair color terminology?
• When performing a strand test, which color should you use?
• What color result would occur if you mix equal parts of complementary colors?
• What type of bacteria can be responsible for causing skin infections?
• Which type of permanent wave processes at room temperature?
• What do true acid waves require to process effectively?
• What role does an activator play in acid waves?
• What effect does hard water have on hair?
• Lyme disease and syphilis are caused by which type of bacteria?
• A reduction reaction involves either the addition of hydrogen or the removal of:
• What type of color is achieved by mixing a secondary color with its neighboring primary color?
• What effect does a pH balanced shampoo have on hair?
• What color is known to minimize orange tones in the hair?
• What is the main function of a high-volume developer in hair coloring?
• Which level on the hair color scale represents the lightest color?
• What is the most common neutralizer used in hair treatments?
• In individual hair strands, hair texture is determined by what factor?
• Which type of bonds join amino acids together?
• Which tool is used to section hair during a haircut?
• What is the key benefit of using water as a solvent in cosmetic formulations?
• Which type of solution is used in the process of chemical hair relaxing?
• If the cuticle is lifted and the hair takes color quickly, how is the hair characterized?
• What is the innermost layer of hair called?
• What is the primary benefit of using a no-lye relaxer?
• What is the role of the medulla in hair?
• Why is it important to sanitize tools and equipment in a salon?
• What is the pH range for most alkaline permanent waves?
• What is alopecia?
• The technique of wrapping hair at a 90-degree angle or straight out from the center is called:
• What can result from improperly applied chemical services?
• What is the purpose of an elasticity test?
• Why might a hairstylist choose to use a scalp astringent?
• For clients with 80 to 100 percent gray hair, which hair color is most flattering?
• What role do reducing agents like thioglycolic acid play in chemical treatments?
• How do diplococci typically arrange themselves?
• During a client consultation, what is critical to do?
• What is a client release form used for?
• Hydrogen bonds can be broken by what?
• What is the recommended way to dry a client's hair after washing?
• What is the correct angle for implementing a blunt cut?
• Which property of hair is often evaluated to determine suitability for chemical processes?
• What is the common name for a rod that is known as a circle rod?
• What is the definition of "density" in terms of hair?
• Which part of the hair shaft is responsible for its strength and elasticity?
• Which colors are considered pure or fundamental and cannot be made from mixing?
• What kind of shampoo contains an active chelating agent that binds to metals and removes them from the hair?
• What type of product would you use to absorb oil from the hair without washing it?
• Complementary colors help to neutralize unwanted hues in hair coloring. Which of the following is a complementary color for orange?
• What type of hair color contains the highest concentration of ammonia?
• Why do temporary color pigment molecules not penetrate the hair?
• When hair is blue, which color balances it out?
• What are organisms called that grow and feed on or in other organisms without contributing to the survival of the host?
• The primary reason for using a color filler is to:
• How does humidity affect curly hair?
• Which product is primarily used to cleanse the hair and scalp?
• What can cause hair to become porous?
• What is a common outcome of an improper decolorization process?
• Which type of shampoo is best recommended for a client with dandruff?
• What effect do clarifying shampoos typically provide on hair?
• How are relaxers characterized in terms of pH?
• The process of pretreating gray or very resistant hair to improve penetration is known as what?
• What type of shampoo is specifically designed to wash away excess oiliness while preventing hair from drying out?
• Why is scalp examination recommended before permanent waving?
• What is thioglycolic acid commonly used for in cosmetology?
• What does a color wheel help you identify in hair coloring?
• What are the benefits of using a clarifying shampoo?
• What happens to the pH of hair when undergoing a relaxer treatment?
• What is the pH range of acidic hair products?
• What are the three forms of hair lighteners?
• What is the process by which bacteria reproduce by dividing into two new cells?
• What does the term 'contraindicated procedure' imply?
• What words should you use when discussing haircolor with a client?
• What is the minimum time required to rinse a relaxer from the hair?
• What material is highly recommended for hairbrush bristles?
• What is an 8-Stage lightening process used for?
• Why is it important to perform a patch test before a hair color application?
• Why is it important to avoid overlapping during the color application?
• What does the term "double processing" refer to in hair coloring?
• Humectants are known to perform which function?
• When hair appears violet, what color is used to balance it?
• Which organisms can be classified as pathogens?
• What is the pH range of a pH balanced shampoo?
• Hair that has received a color service previously will:
• What does the term 'antiseptic' refer to in the context of hygiene?
• What happens when humectants are applied to hair?
• During a curl reformation service, which factor is crucial to determine the effectiveness of the treatment?
• Universal precautions mandate that you should treat human blood and bodily fluids as if they are infectious for which of the following?
• What is the correct method to rinse your implements after use?
• What should be done prior to performing a permanent wave service?
• What hair care service should be performed prior to a haircut for best results?
• What is the proper technique to apply a relaxer?
• What are the basic components of acid waves?
• Which type of hair color lightens and deposits color at the same time?
• If a client's hair has been treated with a hydroxide relaxer, what is its curl formation status?
• How can stylists determine the right color level for a client?
• What is the technique used for removing bulk from thick hair without changing the length?
• What term refers to the position of the rod in relation to its base section?
• In permanent waving, how long does processing typically take?
• What is the purpose of a strand test in hair coloring?
• Which type of shampoo cleanses the hair without using soap and water?
• What is a typical pH level of healthy hair?
• Which technique involves picking up selected strands from a narrow section of hair with a zig zag motion?
• What kind of bonds are considered weak physical side bonds related to electrical charges?
• Which substance is known as a universal solvent?
• What condition is caused by the presence of head lice?
• The presence of pus typically indicates what type of infection?
• What is the main reason high frequency current should not be used on hair treated with certain tonics?
• What does a 30-volume developer do in hair coloring?
• Mild strength relaxers are specifically formulated for which type of hair?
• What substance is classified as a universal solvent?
• What is the primary purpose of antiseptics?
• What is the best practice for choosing a hairstyle for a client?
• What shape describes cocci bacteria?
• What is the primary benefit of performing a hair consultation?
• Two basic types of wrapping hair around a perm rod are the spiral method and:
• What is the primary function of the cuticle layer?
• How does hair porosity affect color outcomes?
• What is one of the main ingredients in a protein conditioner?
• What is the difference between layers and texture in hair cutting?
• What is the primary purpose of a shampoo service?
• Lithium hydroxide relaxers and potassium hydroxide relaxers are often marketed as what type of relaxers?
• What do equal proportions of primary colors produce, depending on the level of color?
• Which part of the hair is primarily responsible for hair growth?
• What is the main purpose of a deep conditioning treatment?
• What are the three primary levels of the hair?
• What is a protein conditioner designed to do?
• Clients with gold skin tones should ideally have which hair color tone?
• What can be used to permanently change wave patterns in hair?
• Which layer of the hair is responsible for strength and elasticity?
• How can hair color tones be described?
• To provide maximum lift in a single-process color service, what developer is most commonly required?
• Which type of hair generally requires unique care due to its texture?
• What is the liquid substance within the outer cell wall of bacteria called?
• What should a stylist consider when matching hair color?
• What is the term for bacteria that are rod-shaped?
• In what area of hair cutting do you typically use a sliding technique?
• Which hair color category includes products that are more alkaline than no-lift deposit-only colors?
• Which type of shampoo is designed specifically for restoring hair moisture balance?
• Which coloring technique is best for achieving natural-looking highlights?
• Which type of relaxer is designed to be used without any additional mixing?
• Thio bonds are primarily found in which component of hair?
• Bacteria that typically grow in pairs and can cause pneumonia are known as?
• What should be considered when choosing a haircut for a client?
• What does porosity in hair refer to?
• Which type of bacteria is known to cause strep throat or blood poisoning?
• Which type of conditioner is designed to penetrate the cortex and temporarily reconstruct the hair shaft from within?