Skin Care & Services — Cosmetology Practice Test
64 questions in this topic · 30 drawn at random this round
When is a patch/sensitivity test performed?
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This Cosmetology Skin Care & Services practice set has 64 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 75% on the real Cosmetology knowledge test to pass.
Sample questions
Three questions from the Skin Care & Services bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.
What is the main purpose of a skin care consultation before a facial?
- To analyze the client's skin type and condition, check for contraindications, and recommend a service or products — Correct answer
- To sell the client as many retail products as possible
- To schedule the next several appointments in advance
- To complete the service in the shortest time possible
Explanation: A consultation analyzes skin type and condition, screens for contraindications, and leads to an appropriate service and product recommendation.
Handbook: Skin Care & Services — Consultation
Which list correctly names the basic skin types?
- Normal, dry, oily, combination, and sensitive — Correct answer
- Thick, thin, smooth, rough, and clear
- Warm, cool, neutral, light, and dark
- Acidic, alkaline, hydrated, taut, and porous
Explanation: The basic skin types are normal, dry, oily, combination, and sensitive.
Handbook: Skin Care & Services — Skin Types
On the Fitzpatrick scale, which phototype always burns and never tans?
- Type I — Correct answer
- Type III
- Type V
- Type VI
Explanation: The Fitzpatrick scale rates phototypes I-VI by UV response; Type I always burns and never tans, while Type VI rarely burns.
Handbook: Skin Care & Services — Fitzpatrick Scale