Comprehensive Integrated Milady Assessment (CIMA) Practice Exam

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• Which body system provides the clearest structural framework for makeup application?
• Which of the following MOST helps an organization to identify long-term and short-term goals?
• Pseudofolliculitis resembles folliculitis but lacks what component?
• You will know that someone in your industry has exhibited unethical behavior if they _________.
• Why should beauty and wellness professionals study chemistry?
• How many pictograms are accepted on all SDSs?
• What would you likely get if you asked ten different people to define professionalism?
• If you have opened a salon and want to focus on branding, what will you want to focus on MOST in those efforts?
• Federal regulations require labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following EXCEPT _________.
• The technique that releases nutrients and carbon dioxide and purifies the system is ________.
• Which of the following statements is true about UV radiation and skin health?
• The widest permissible scope of esthetician massage is determined by which level of government?
• What percentage range of body weight is water?
• Which rule should the beauty and wellness professional keep in mind when it comes to his or her professional image?
• The term 'implements' most closely means:
• Which of the following is considered the modern version of word of mouth?
• Which cosmetic product is designed to even out skin tone, conceal imperfections, and protect the skin?
• Excess oil production that causes redness, flakiness, and irritation is a condition known as _________.
• After a service, how should soiled linens be prepared for transport to laundry?
• Which statement best describes the function of the endocrine system?
• What is a general rule to follow in working on a film shoot?
• The best vehicle for others to promote you and your business via viral marketing is _________.
• Massage has been used as medicine since which time period?
• Antibiotics _________.
• Approximately how long will a half leg treatment take with soft wax?
• Which of the following outlines the duties and responsibilities of a particular position?
• When estheticians use hard wax, they do not need to be as concerned about which aspect compared with soft wax?
• Which of the following is defined by the processes involved in taking in nutrients and assimilating and utilizing them?
• Which statement best describes the function of the circulatory system?
• Which option BEST represents retailing?
• Hydrotherapy is a type of treatment that includes which elements?
• A _________ is MOST likely to raise capital by offering shares of stock to stockholders.
• Over a woman's lifetime, _________.
• What two products are essential for male home care?
• What is a primary cause of an external effect on the skin?
• Which statement describes the purpose of a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFI) in wet areas?
• What are hydroxy acids, humectants, and clarifying ingredients all used to treat?
• Which statement NOT a defining standard for beauty and wellness professionals?
• Which technique is commonly used to manage swelling after cosmetic procedures?
• Which statement about professional appearance best reflects client expectations?
• In booth rental, what is a key benefit?
• Hair is anchored to skin cells by the ________.
• Which platform is described as the primary vehicle for promoting a business through viral marketing?
• Which of the following is the simplest form of chemical matter?
• Electrotherapy is used to treat the skin by which method?
• Which detail on a resume is least relevant for a beauty role?
• A neuron is which of the following?
• Which statement about follicle size and skin type is accurate?
• The type of energy most associated with nuclear power plants is ________.
• Which practice is an example of upselling during a service?
• Which condition would make the use of a spray machine inappropriate for a client?
• Which layer lies immediately beneath the epidermis?
• Always refill a steamer with _________.
• Clients who are overly late for an appointment or habitually late for appointments cause problems because _________.
• Which statement about prevention's role in esthetics is most accurate?
• Which term describes the movement of pathogens from one person to another?
• The document that outlines the duties and responsibilities of a position is called
• Which agency regulates cosmetics in the United States?
• Emollients are comprised of?
• A neuron is _________.
• An esthetician's back and shoulders will benefit the most from _________.
• What are contraindications?
• Which of the following is defined as any substance that occupies space and has weight?
• Approximately how long does a basic facial take?
• When applying concealer, what is the recommended relation to foundation tone?
• An organization's cultural pulse is often derived from that organization's ______.
• What term describes the practice of regularly recommending and selling additional services to clients?
• The term hue means ______.
• Which macromolecule is essential for building tissue and repairing cells?
• Due to advances in medical technology, there has been much career growth in _________.
• Even parts of two primary colors are mixed to make _________.
• How often should microcurrent treatments occur for visible results?
• In the United States, the regulation of cosmetics is the purview of which agency?
• There are _________ of different kinds of bacteria, which fall into _________ primary type(s).
• Joints come in two types: _________.
• In the skin, sunlight primarily damages which layers?
• Beauty and wellness professionals should change gloves when?
• Which regulatory body is responsible for labeling cosmetics?
• Which statement about the first stage of hair growth is true?
• The 7/11 rule relates to which aspect of a beauty and wellness professional's conduct?
• Diplomacy is BEST defined by _________.
• What is the safest choice in selecting eyeshadow colors?
• During a reaction, which step is appropriate to alleviate a facial-related allergic reaction?
• Which of the following is a primary cause of external effects on the skin?
• You shouldn't neglect physical activity because which statement is true?
• What should towels be before they are put in the towel warmer?
• Tesla high-frequency current is used for _________.
• Oil-based makeup remover best removes which type of makeup?
• Emollients are comprised of which type of molecules?
• The earliest beauty preparations include which type of formulations that have influenced modern materials?
• What client would benefit the most from tweezing alone?
• One of the safe lifting guidelines mentioned in the chapter is to _________.
• Which factors influence skin characteristics such as sebum production and follicle size?
• Light therapy does not typically use which part of the spectrum?
• Which practice most effectively reduces contamination risk during procedures?
• GOOD advice to give someone regarding their practical exam would be to _________.
• Which portion of a business plan describes the administrative structure and daily operations?
• A strong online or printed portfolio should include all of the following EXCEPT which item?
• Electrotherapy should never be used on a client who has _________.
• Which description is given for the nucleus in the material?
• _________ are the nutrients needed for energy to run every function within the body.
• Which statement describes hair growth over scar tissue under the arm?
• What is true of fragrance-free products?
• The term hair follicle refers to which of the following structures?
• How can transepidermal water loss be prevented?
• Which type of energy is gamma rays most associated with?
• If a beauty and wellness professional wishes to realize the greatest benefits education can provide, he or she should NOT _________.
• Before a facial service, single-use supplies should be _________.
• What is true of online sales of professional products?
• If you are interested in working in a establishment with full-service treatments such as full-body wraps and luxurious locker rooms, where clients expect complete pampering, you should focus your search on _________.
• What type of skin is Vitamin C ideal to treat?
• The device also known as a loupe is _________.
• Which practice demonstrates strong professional ethics in product sales?
• What is the standard magnifying lamp diopter used by most estheticians?
• Which of the following statements best describes an advantage of booth rental over operating a full salon?
• In optics, a diopter is most closely associated with which property?
• _________ for the disposal of many of the chemicals used in salons or spas.
• A GFI would MOST likely be required in a(n) _________.
• A ________ is MOST likely to raise capital by offering shares of stock to stockholders.
• It is important to report all income, including cash tips, because?
• When handling disinfectants, NEVER _________.
• Which practice helps an organization identify long-term and short-term goals?
• Among the following things that you will deal with as a beauty and wellness professional, which of them is MOST likely to be one of your greatest challenges?
• The function of epithelial tissue is to ________.
• The very next day after your interview, you should _________.
• If you neglect _________, then social media websites, including photo-sharing sites, can quickly diminish your reputation.
• In the creation of a dramatic smoky eye, which step is performed at the final stage?
• Which practice is essential when choosing a new esthetic device?
• Which statement about the service record card is true?
• What should clients be instructed to do after detoxifying body treatments?
• Acupressure originated from which traditional medical system?
• Which skin condition is commonly associated with underactive sebaceous glands?
• A fundamental requirement when operating high-powered electrical devices in beauty is:
• What should estheticians always do the first time they meet a client who has an appointment for a facial?
• A wire that is not large enough to carry the electrical current passing through it will:
• Which statement correctly defines the stratum corneum?
• If you are using an expensive moisturizer on a client's face, you should avoid _________ if you're trying to sell this product to your client.
• If, while using the brush machine, you accidentally drop the equipment into a sink full of water, which of the following should you do?
• The very first surfactants were _________.
• Sebum production begins to slow in a person's _________.
• Which statement best describes an advantage of operating a booth rental business?
• When waxing the arms with either hard or soft wax, begin with _________.
• What is the most common syndrome related to hair growth?
• Which term describes the chemical used to dissolve hair at the skin's surface?
• Pseudofolliculitis is best described as which condition?
• Which of the following is NOT a typical use of mnemonics?
• If you work at a spa and pay the owner a portion of every client fee for the use of the treatment room and space, you are MOST likely a(n) _________.
• Electric mitts and boots are primarily used to assist in which skincare step?
• When performing a facial, the correct order of steps is _________.
• If you don't feel comfortable writing your own resume, _________.
• Which statement about personality is true?
• Which of the following statements best describes mnemonics in studying?
• Which product most directly complements cleanser in a basic male daily skincare routine?
• Which symptom is commonly associated with albinism?
• Approximately how long are most electrotherapy machines used during a facial treatment?
• In order to meet your clients' needs, you must do all EXCEPT ________.
• Which system connects the outer parts of the body to the central nervous system?
• An esthetician who incorporates flow in a facial massage is demonstrating _________.
• What is the circulatory system?
• If you feel you are more than ready for the state board exam on test day, and tell all of your friends that your confidence comes from the fact that you are 'test wise,' what does it mean that you are 'test wise'?
• In which of the following ways will it benefit you to study the beauty and wellness industry and have a thorough understanding of career planning?
• During a facial, the client's _________ is not typically exposed.
• Which statement best captures ongoing professional development in beauty and wellness?
• What is the name for tools that perform services?
• Before and after surgery, swelling may be reduced with _________.
• Discretion is an important part of ethical behavior because ______.
• The best kind of brush, when working with clients, is which?
• If a client arrives late and you have the time to take the appointment without jeopardizing other appointments, you should _________.
• The tinted cosmetic used to even out skin tone and color, conceal imperfections, and protect the skin is which product?
• What is the best advice for an esthetician who wants to build trust over the long-term with a new client?
• What is true of the pH of human skin?
• Tools and implements are an important part of your work as a beauty and wellness professional. You should NEVER which action?
• What does hyperkeratosis refer to?
• During a facial, pressure should not be applied to which area?
• How should estheticians relate to emerging new technologies?
• In the context of professional communication, which practice supports effective listening?
• The middle portion of a muscle is commonly called the what?
• Underactive sebaceous glands typically result in _________.
• What is true of microneedling?
• What should be used to refill a steamer for proper operation?
• When performing the service of applying artificial lashes, ______.
• Which of the following is TRUE of electricity and the beauty and wellness industry?
• In order to best to blend powder, blush, and eyeshadow, a makeup artist uses _________.
• What would be unusual for the client to experience during a light glycolic peel?
• Which direction should you begin when removing eyelash extensions to minimize damage?
• To understand transmission is to understand ______.
• Which substance makes up 50-70 percent of the body's weight and is essential for virtually every function of the cells and body?
• Which of the following is not appropriate for an esthetician when a client has a skin disorder?
• According to OSHA, PPE is defined as _________.
• What is also known as aging rays?
• What treatment would be ideal for a client whose skin is aging?
• Telangiectasia is characterized by visible capillaries that are commonly found on the face.
• The spray machine should not be used on a client with _________________________________.
• Which of the following should you attempt in trying to overcome a client's objection?
• After detoxifying body treatments, which action is recommended for most clients?
• Microdermabrasion would be a good option for which client condition?
• According to the formula in the material, a person weighing 192 pounds would need how many 8 oz glasses of water per day?
• Tinting is most effective for clients with what hair color?
• In the beauty and wellness industry, you should be defined by all EXCEPT which of the following?
• The systems that both directly work to develop resistance to pathogens are the ______ systems.
• Steatomas usually appear on the _________.
• Which preparation step is commonly performed before applying artificial lashes?
• Before applying warm towels to a client's face, where should you first test the water temperature?
• Most basic facials take about how long?
• Which statement best describes a professional who would likely benefit from booth rental?
• Which statement best describes the use of the vacuum machine in facial treatments?
• What is the first safety step if a beauty device falls into water?
• The natural barrier of the skin that helps protect against moisture loss and infection is called the
• What type of skin typically benefits the most from firming products?
• In order to properly prepare your treatment room, you should expect to arrive ________.
• Another term for the horny layer is the ______.
• Which factor contributes to changes in a woman's skin over her lifetime?
• An example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is _________.
• The best defense against physical problems of the hands, wrists, shoulders, neck, back, feet, and legs is _________.
• When is the best time to discuss booking a second appointment with a client?
• The muscular wall essential to respiration is the _________.
• What is a primary cause of an external effect on the skin?
• Which statement best describes online sales of professional products?
• Which cranial nerve is the largest?
• Estheticians can provide clients who have skin disorders help in each of the following ways EXCEPT
• Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the cosmetic industry?
• Which statement about PPE is true?
• Which statement about personality is true?
• The outer parts of the body are connected to the central nervous system through which system?
• Which practice aligns with hygiene guidelines and tool usage in client services?
• Which statement best characterizes acne?
• Which of the following is a secretion produced by an endocrine gland?
• Which practice is most closely associated with increasing the value of a client's service by suggesting related treatments?
• Melanin production is stimulated by _________.
• Which lifting position demonstrates proper form for preventing back strain?
• Which treatment involves a nonsurgical injection into a vein to treat varicose veins?
• Which statement accurately describes the effect of facial massage on sebum?
• Who will likely have the MOST healthy skin?
• Which of the following statements about psoriasis is true?
• Open comedones are also known as which of the following?
• Which statement is correct about towel handling before placing in the towel warmer?
• Where should undertone on a client's skin be determined?
• Which spa treatment may be incorporated into a regular facial?
• Telangiectasia is characterized by visible capillaries located most commonly on which area?
• Which statement best defines tact in diplomacy?
• The most popular type of cleansers are _________.
• _________ is the simplest form of chemical matter.
• In branding, the term for what sets your salon apart is the
• What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant?
• If you are planning to open and operate a new spa, what is your first objective toward achieving that goal?
• Open comedones are?
• What are contraindications?
• After tinting brows and lashes, how many times should the client's eyes be rinsed with wet cotton swabs and pads?
• Which chemical treatment is commonly used to address aging skin?
• What technique involves manually removing comedones from follicles?
• Which statement about copper's suitability in wiring is best explained?
• All professionals should know that to take a sick day when they feel ill is an important responsibility regarding _________.
• Vitamin C is ideal to treat which skin type?
• Your appearance and style are crucial to making a good first impression. Because of this, you should avoid:
• All of the following are examples of soft skills, EXCEPT _________.
• Which career path involves travel?
• Which protein is primarily responsible for skin's elasticity and its ability to stretch and recoil?
• Copper is used in electrical wiring and electrical motors because _________.
• Which statement best defines marketing in a beauty business?
• Sun damage is a condition defined by _________.
• Which mask is considered nonsetting?
• What is the first stage of hair growth called?
• Spending the better part of an hour using soap and warm water to remove all visible dirt from your immediate station and surrounding area results in you having ______.
• What machine is designed to stimulate the skin and remove impurities?
• What type of treatment includes saunas, steam rooms, and Vichy showers?
• The _________ portion of your business plan should include a description of how the business will run administratively.
• Why should hydrogen peroxide never be mixed with bleach?
• Which item would not typically be required when setting up a facial bar?
• Camouflage makeup is typically applied _________.
• What is the general rule regarding the tone of concealer?
• In the beauty and wellness industry, as in any industry, life skills are considered to be all EXCEPT which of the following?
• Which of the following is TRUE of rules and regulations?
• When using galvanic current during a facial, which reason BEST explains choosing cataphoresis over anaphoresis?
• Which nutrient is essential for building muscle and repairing and replacing cells?
• In which field is electrotherapy most commonly applied?
• All of the following products may be a good choice for the décolleté EXCEPT _________.
• What is a result of albinism?
• Which business entity is most associated with raising capital by issuing shares?
• What spa treatment involves running warm oil on the center of the forehead?
• Which of the following is a primary cause of an external effect on the skin?
• An astringent is best described as which of the following?
• Which of the following is most effective for resume customization?
• Which statement best describes why discretion matters when handling client information?
• Which statement describes sun damage?
• What term describes rapid, widespread online sharing that promotes products?
• Sun damage is a condition defined by _________.
• What are the type of artificial lashes that are small clusters of three or four lashes on one point of attachment?
• If a client tells you that they are on antibiotics or are experiencing skin sensitivity, you should _________.
• A technician who is finished with a service will perform what function last?
• What is often cited as one of the greatest challenges for beauty and wellness professionals?
• An esthetician would typically not massage a client's ______.
• Which option correctly identifies the body feature affected by pH?
• Wet disinfectants should be filled and changed _________.
• On SDSs, how many pictograms are included?
• Who is the service record card primarily intended for use?
• Which of the following is the BEST advice to listen to when creating your resume?
• Blood vessels, but NOT lymph vessels are located in the _________.
• Virus-infected cells, foreign cells, and cancer cells are all combatted by _________.
• Which technique is categorized by the FDA and the AMA as permanent hair removal?
• The massage technique involving an invigorating rubbing that stimulates circulation and glandular activity of the skin is called ______.
• Which color results from mixing equal parts of two primary colors?
• Which of the following describes the effect of using mnemonics on learning?
• Which statement about fragrance-free products is true?
• The name of the fluid that bathes and surrounds the cells and provides them with nutrients is _________.
• Which action best represents retail selling in an esthetics setting?
• The harmful effects of pollution will not be counteracted by _________.
• What magnification is the equivalent of 5 diopters?
• _________ is an example of a compound molecule.
• What is the first step in performing a professional makeup application?
• What is the purpose of a mission statement?
• What is the name for the mass of epidermal cells that forms a small tube or canal?
• The massage technique that invigorates the circulation and glandular activity of the skin is called _________.
• The skin type that has a small follicle size is which of the following?
• Which piece of personal protective equipment is most specifically used to prevent contact with blood during esthetic procedures?
• Never use a galvanic machine with a client who has _________.
• Which field has seen significant career growth due to advances in medical technology?
• The middle part of a muscle is known as the ______.
• Most basic facials take about how long?
• Which of the following is the recommended approach for building self-esteem in a new graduate?
• Which cranial nerve is the largest?
• Manual lymph drainage's main purpose is to _________.
• Which procedure involves injecting a solution into a vein to treat varicose veins?
• Professional estheticians who are not licensed in specialized areas may still be able to:
• What type of tissue stores energy?
• Which statement about chemical content in beauty products is accurate?
• Which labeling requirement is NOT part of federal cosmetics labeling?
• _________ is an electrical safety device that is designed to prevent excessive current from passing through a circuit by blowing out or melting when a wire becomes too hot from overloading the circuit with too much current.
• The safe eyebrow tints are not made from aniline derivatives. Which option best expresses this idea?
• A chemical peel with low pH should be avoided in clients who use which medication?
• What will you want to base your business location on?
• Lymph does NOT assist the body with _________.
• What is a result of drinking too much alcohol?
• Which item is most commonly used for extractions around the nose area?
• Which demographic has the longest cell renewal factor (CRF)?
• Which of the following is MOST important in fulfilling your potential?
• Products sold by estheticians _________.
• When is the best time to formulate a plan of action related to a career in esthetics?
• Which of the following is considered a nonsetting mask?
• A good work ethic depends on all EXCEPT which of the following?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of appropriate networking?
• In muscle anatomy, the origin is best described as the attachment that usually remains stationary during muscle contraction.
• Beauty and wellness professionals must be prepared to deal with all EXCEPT which of the following types of potentially harmful infectious disease organisms?
• What procedure does not happen during an express facial?
• Which statement best describes beauty and wellness professionals who are well-suited for booth rental?
• A wire that is not large enough to carry the electrical current passing through it will _________.
• According to the formula in the text, a 192 lb. person needs how many 8 oz glasses of water per day for maximum physical health?
• What rule should always be followed when applying a cotton compress?
• Which protein is primarily associated with skin elasticity and recoil after stretching?
• Bacteria are classified into thousands of species that fall into how many primary type(s)?
• A carcinogen is BEST described as a _________.
• Which term describes the simplest form of chemical matter?
• Which of the following is a common post-service hygiene practice in esthetics to prevent cross-contamination?
• Hyperhidrosis refers to excessive perspiration caused by which of the following factors?
• Which of the following describes the body’s defense against pathogens?
• _________ is an example of an electrical safety device that you may encounter when working as a beauty and wellness professional in a salon or spa.
• Electric mitts and boots perform the important function of what during treatment?
• What is one of the biggest challenges clients face when buying cosmetics?
• Which product category is most likely to be contaminated due to frequent handling by clients in a retail setting?
• What accurately describes follicles in dry skin?
• Which work setting offers full-body wraps and luxurious locker rooms?
• What is the use of electrical currents to treat the skin called?
• A successful skin care program depends the most on _________.
• What is a basic function of interstitial fluid?
• Which statement best describes the outcome of effective reflective listening in client interactions?
• An esthetician might help a client address symptoms connected with which condition?
• In order to become a good team player, you should AVOID _________.
• When performing extractions around the nose area, most estheticians use ______.
• What determines prices in salons?
• Which statement is NOT true about most of the top professionals in the beauty and wellness industry?
• To prevent contamination and protect your hands, you should _________.
• During a facial, about how much cleanser should be used, and how is it applied?
• What accessory should be used with electric mitts and boots to ensure hygiene?
• Compared to microneedling, nano infusion is less invasive.
• Which cell is the basic unit of the nervous system and transmits nerve impulses?
• Studying the beauty and wellness industry provides which on-the-job benefit?
• Which question is appropriate for an esthetician job interview?
• Which statement best describes mnemonics in studying?
• Mnemonics can be useful as a learning tool because they ______.
• How should estheticians relate to emerging new technologies?
• What career involves the willingness to travel?
• Adding black to a pure hue creates which color property?
• What is true of couperose skin?
• Once you have become a professional in beauty and wellness, you should still never stop learning about your industry because _________.
• The muscular wall that is crucial to the respiratory process is the _________.
• Sebum production begins to slow at approximately which decade of life?
• What is divided into three parts: the cuticle, the cortex and the medulla?
• Bacteria are categorized into thousands of species and fall into how many primary type(s)?
• Beauty masks made from oatmeal were popular during which historical period?
• Which of the following is a type of fungi?
• A client who has a scar under her arm _________.
• Which statement best captures a major advantage of booth rental for service providers?
• Which statement best aligns with the profile of many successful professionals in beauty and wellness?
• What cleanser is best for aging clients?
• A magnifying lamp commonly used by estheticians typically has what diopter rating?
• Which action demonstrates professional responsibility regarding illness in the workplace?
• Electricity exhibits which effects? (Alternative wording to test comprehension)
• What kind of color is taupe?
• Estheticians must use hard wax if they wish to perform which procedure?
• Which term describes a substance that can cause cancer?
• A lesion is defined as which of the following?
• Tweezing is most appropriate for clients who require which level of hair removal?
• Before performing any service, estheticians must have a full awareness of _________.
• Taupe is an example of which category of color?
• When children accompany parents to the salon or spa, the children should _________.
• Which Fitzpatrick skin type is MOST likely to tan and LEAST likely to burn?
• A chemical peel with low pH should be avoided for clients using which skincare product?
• In the beauty and wellness industry, life skills are considered to be all EXCEPT which of the following?
• Where are psoriasis patches usually found?
• How should equipment be left at the end of the day?
• What is true of actinic keratosis?
• One indication that a mole might be cancerous is that it ______.
• SDSs are designed for use in what context?
• What is a significant difference between nano infusion and microneedling?
• In color theory, lighter versions of a hue are called
• If you always make it a point to talk about the varied services you offer while giving facials to your clients, with the hopes of getting them to stay a bit longer for the additional service, then which of the following are you practicing?
• The chemical substance spread on the skin to dissolve the hair at the surface of the skin is called a(n) _________.
• Which action should be addressed first when planning to own and operate a spa?
• The part of the muscle farthest from the skeleton, also known as the movable attachment, is the ______.
• When you trust your judgment, uphold your values, and stick to what you believe is right, you show that you _________.
• In the described spa arrangement, the worker who does not own the business is best described as which of the following?
• When would an enzyme peel NOT be typically used?
• What should you do with electrical equipment at the end of the workday to maintain safety?
• Which practice is most important for maintaining safety with clients during skincare services?
• The service record card is all EXCEPT which of the following?
• Estheticians are protected from bloodborne illness by the use of _______
• Which device used to closely examine the skin is commonly referred to as a loupe?
• Which condition can be contagious?
• During a facial treatment, the technician's hands should be _________.
• Which practice supports hygiene and safety when servicing clients in a salon?
• What type of massage involves a soft, continuous stroking movement?
• During an interview, you should _________.
• The best vehicle for others to promote you and your business via viral marketing is _________.
• To practice reflective listening, you should _______.
• Which device blows or melts to break a circuit when overheated due to overload?
• A facial massage should begin _________.
• How often should microcurrent treatments occur for visible results?
• What is the rule to follow when removing a client's artificial lashes?
• Booth rental advantages after three years in business would most likely include which statement?
• A paraffin mask is used for _________.
• If you want to become better at selling items that are for sale at the salon, what should you always be taking as the first step in successfully selling products?
• Which technique is described as used before lifting hands from a client's face?
• Which of the following should you consider to be your personal calling card, where you display your talents and work for potential employers to evaluate your professional skills?
• When preparing for your first interview, you should make sure that you have all of the following materials in place to bring along with you, EXCEPT _________.
• Electric mitts and boots should be used in conjunction with _________.
• Electrotherapy is best described as the use of electrical currents to treat the skin.
• The body's largest organ is _________.
• The two skin types with similar levels of hydration are which pair?
• Which of the following is contraindicated for clients using skin-thinning medications like Differin and Renova?
• An allergic reaction which occurs during a facial should be handled with _________.
• The peripheral nervous system consists of nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. This statement describes which concept?
• The widest permissible scope of practice for an esthetician's massage services is determined by _________.
• Which practice best supports ongoing professional development in beauty and wellness?
• Which action demonstrates professional engagement during a job interview?
• The human body requires approximately _________ of fluid each day.
• Which tool is essential to use when blending powder, blush, and eyeshadow for a smooth finish?
• Electricity exhibits which of the following effects?
• A waxing would be likely both successful and beneficial for ______.
• To safely perform a second waxing in the same area, which waxing method should be used?
• Which factor will not counteract the harmful effects of pollution on the skin?
• Which of the following is essential for building muscle and blood tissues and for repairing and replacing cells?
• Which of the following should you NOT do if and when your interviewer invites you to ask him or her questions?
• When a surface is properly cleaned, the number of contaminants on the surface is
• Before purchasing a new esthetic machine, you should know that _________.
• As performance review time approaches, you should _________.
• The term that describes the processes of taking in nutrients, assimilating, and using them is called what?
• Which fruit is an enzyme exfoliant ingredient?
• Massage increases the production of the neurotransmitters
• What is the recommended approach if a client is on antibiotics or has skin sensitivity?
• Which technique is used just before lifting hands away from a client's face?
• What is the overexposure principle used to describe?
• In beauty and wellness, what is common to both schooling and professional practice?
• Which of the following would you MOST likely tell your friend if he asked you what the advantages are of operating the booth rental business that you have been operating for more than three years?
• What statement about microneedling is true?
• A client may not choose to reveal _________ on an intake form.
• In facial treatments, what is the primary function of hot towels besides soothing?
• Chinese medicine developed the type of massage therapy known as ________.
• To demonstrate your professional skills to potential employers, what should you prominently display?
• Which cleanser type is described as the most popular?
• Which statement about the hydration relationship among skin types is supported by the material?
• What is marketing?
• Which nutrient category is primarily used for energy production and daily functioning?
• How should the fingers be when using the palm to perform a stroking technique?
• Which tissue type stores energy in the body?
• Waxing can be very effective on _________.
• Among the following, which is NOT considered an image enhancer?
• The most difficult type of skin to treat well is _________.
• Preparing a facial bar would not typically require the use of _________.
• The main purpose of a rotary brush is _________.
• What is the name for the rolling cart that holds supplies?
• Which esthetician technique involves a rapid shaking movement that uses the shoulders and body?
• Which term best describes a condition characterized by excessive sweating?
• Besides their soothing effect, what do hot towels help with in facial treatment?
• The part of the skin which is located next to the epidermis is the _________.
• The earliest beauty preparations included which type of formulations that influenced modern materials?
• Your appearance and style are crucial to making a good first impression. Because of this, you should AVOID _________.
• What is the risk of mixing hydrogen peroxide with bleach?
• If you are interested in enhancing your creativity, you should also try doing all of the following EXCEPT ________.
• Which type of light therapy is commonly used to manage pain?
• Which color LED helps with detoxification?
• If you have a conflict with a coworker on the job, you should be willing to _________.
• Which exercise aids esthetician endurance for long shifts?
• If you neglect _________, then social media websites, including photo-sharing sites, can quickly diminish your reputation.
• In a typical facial, what step commonly follows applying a mask?
• What does adding white to a pure hue create?
• After extractions are performed, the next step is _________.
• Promotional efforts that are paid for and directly aimed at increasing business are best described as what?
• To properly prepare your treatment space, when should you arrive prior to a scheduled appointment?
• Which hair-removal service is contraindicated for clients using Differin or Renova?
• To prevent contamination and protect your hands, you should _________.
• For aging skin, which treatment is commonly recommended?
• In hair anatomy, what are the three parts of the hair shaft?
• In planning a skincare regimen, which element should be emphasized most to maintain results?
• All liquids are _______.
• What is generally treated with a comb electrode?
• Does facial massage have an effect on sebum?
• As the owner of a high-end salon with many celebrity clients, which is most likely your largest monthly expense?
• Which term describes the body’s ability to resist pathogens?
• Which of the following is MOST important when reflective listening?
• Because of the way it is used, what type of product is most vulnerable to contamination?
• Which of the following best defines contraindications in a salon setting?
• Which condition is commonly associated with hair growth irregularities in women?
• The only safe tints for eyebrows are _________.
• What does a diopter measure?
• Watts measure what?
• Joints come in two types: _________.
• What is a symptom of PCOS that an esthetician can help with?
• What career would be ideal for someone who wants to be present at the earliest stage of a new product's development?
• Which outcome will your clients most likely expect of you?
• What is NOT true of MLD (manual lymph drainage)?
• When creating a dramatic smoky eye look, the last step is to
• As beauty and wellness professionals interact and communicate with coworkers, they should NOT _________.
• Which of the following is considered a soft skill?
• Compared to Beta keratin, Alpha keratin _________.
• Which term describes manually removing clogged follicles' contents?
• Which statement best explains the purpose of incentives for employees?
• Which skin type is most likely to benefit from moisturizers that help retain moisture?
• Which practice would be least likely to enhance creativity?
• What technique immediately follows effleurage on the forehead in the beginning of a facial massage?
• Understanding pH is important for the esthetician because _________.
• Which statement about Alpha keratin is correct?
• What is the BEST first step to take toward helping your client reflect a personal sense of style?
• To minimize costly mistakes in social media venues, which action should be avoided?
• In adopting new esthetic technologies, professionals should primarily:
• What treatment would be ideal for a client whose skin is aging?
• Which statement best describes the benefit of studying the beauty and wellness industry and understanding career planning?
• In an electrotherapy procedure, which statement is true?
• Which statement best describes glove use during procedures?
• When is hard wax on the eyebrow ready to be removed?
• What process removes hair from the bottom of the follicle by breaking contact between the bulb and the papilla?
• Sunburn and cancer are caused by _________ radiation.
• A spa treatment that involves applying heated stones to the body and is often integrated into facials is called?
• Which career would be ideal for someone who wants to influence a product from its earliest development phase?
• Lash and eyebrow tinting is most effective for clients who have _________.
• What term is best described as a discoloration from melanin production due to sun or other factors?
• Which statement about the service record card is NOT true?