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  • The bikini wax uses a strip with a smallest dimension; what is that size?
  • Which area is commonly included in a back wax?
  • After feathering in a massage, where do you start?
  • What does foundation do?
  • How is highlighter used to emphasize features?
  • What does value mean?
  • What can you do instead of tweezing?
  • Petrissage movements include which of the following?
  • Which product is commonly used to set makeup for a long-lasting finish?
  • In the described procedure, you must cover eyes and which other area?
  • Which cleanser is best for removing waterproof makeup?
  • When to apply mascara & eyeliner?
  • Which stage of the hair cycle is the growth stage?
  • Tapotement is also known as which term?
  • What is most important to keeping a client's skin maintained?
  • Which foundation is best for bridal makeup?
  • Which face shape is widest at the cheekbones?
  • After performing extractions during an esthetic service, which product is typically applied?
  • Where should a diamond tip be changed?
  • The Woods lamp emits which category of light?
  • Where should you start waxing the back?
  • Which statement is true about soft wax versus hard wax?
  • The vibration technique involves which movement?
  • Which statement best describes the purpose of deincrustation in facial treatment?
  • Diabetes is a contraindication to which services?
  • Which thickness term describes the recommended layer for wax application?
  • In the axilla waxing, what is the correct arm position?
  • Maintaining the acid mantle helps prevent transdermal water loss. Which option correctly describes this function?
  • When using the procedure, you have to cover the eyes and which area?
  • Rice bran is used in which type of exfoliant?
  • How is consent typically obtained for waxing and similar services?
  • The oval face shape is generally described as being which?
  • Which wax is preferred for underarm waxing?
  • What eyeliner is most common?
  • First step in skin analysis?
  • How do you remove lashes?
  • Pseudofolliculitis is most commonly caused by what?
  • Which condition is a contraindication specifically for electrotherapy?
  • Which device uses both iontophoresis and deincrustation?
  • What does electrotherapy mean?
  • The oval face shape is generally considered to be what?
  • Which component is part of the vacuum system used in esthetic equipment?
  • Which statement best describes the purpose of the client intake form?
  • Effleurage is best described as which type of massage movement?
  • In removing lashes, which corner should you begin with?
  • Which size is used for a typical men's chest waxing area?
  • When to tweeze the glabella?
  • Which option is listed as best for theater & film makeup?
  • In bridal makeup, which types are used?
  • What does tint mean?
  • Why is diabetes listed as a contraindication for waxing and massage?
  • The vibration technique is defined as which movement?
  • Which technique involves fast tapping movements and percussion?
  • How many times are most massage movements repeated?
  • What is the anagen stage of hair?
  • Where should massages start?
  • How can transdermal water loss be prevented?
  • What part of the hair can you see?
  • Which of the following is another name for a magnifying lamp?
  • For brow work, where is the recommended rest position for the dominant hand?
  • Which massage technique is the most stimulating?
  • Under Woods lamp examination, which color is associated with oily skin?
  • Which option lists bridal makeup types?
  • What is the purpose of a Woods lamp?
  • Which eye color is easiest to apply makeup to?
  • A BHA is commonly represented by which acid?
  • Which step balances the pH?
  • Hair length before waxing should be trimmed to?
  • Which stage of the hair cycle is the shedding stage?
  • Which type of lash provides a continuous band along the lash line?
  • After a waxing service, which activity would be inappropriate immediately after?
  • Which waxing methods use strips?
  • Which treatment does not use seaweed or mud?
  • What is deincrustation?
  • During which hair cycle stage does shedding occur most prominently?
  • Which is the correct patch-test site for lash glue?
  • Which face shape would you choose to create the appearance of a wider jaw?
  • Which description matches proper arm positioning during axilla waxing?
  • For stage makeup, which option is appropriate?
  • Which eyeliner is most common?
  • Wood lamp uses what kind of light?
  • Which part of the hair can you see?
  • Which measurement describes the smallest wax strip size for bikini wax?
  • Maintaining which skin feature helps prevent transdermal water loss?
  • For underarm waxing, which wax is preferred?
  • The number of passes for the vacuum device is between what values?
  • Where is a patch test performed for lash glue?
  • The vacuum machine can do how many passes?
  • What type of exfoliation is best for hyperpigmentation?
  • During a treatment, where would you place the bolster for client comfort?
  • Manual lymph drainage helps with which condition?
  • What is the function of the rotary brush?
  • Camouflage makeup is used to do what?
  • For eye protection during a procedure, which area besides the eyes is specified to be covered?
  • The abbreviation BHA stands for which acid?
  • Where do you start for a leg wax?
  • Lanugo hair refers to which type of hair?
  • Which dimension range is used for the smallest bikini wax strip?
  • What does camouflage makeup do?
  • In color terminology, tint refers to which of the following?
  • When removing makeup, what eye do you start on?
  • Where should you rest your hand during brow shaping or facial service?
  • What are tab lashes?
  • What does hue mean?
  • If you are told to perform 3-5 passes, which term best describes this instruction?
  • What are band lashes also known as?
  • When do you pull soft wax?
  • What size is typically used for a men's chest wax?
  • Which condition is potentially dangerous for waxing?
  • What tool is used to remove makeup products from containers to prevent contamination?
  • In massage, what is the purpose of feathering?
  • What area can be included in a back wax?
  • How should the chin be waxed? (rephrased)
  • How many times should you pass over the skin when removing cleanser?
  • Glycolic acid
  • Paraffin wax is used to?
  • When setting foundation, which product is correct?
  • Which device is commonly used to closely inspect the skin during a facial?
  • What are warm colors?
  • Which condition is a contraindication to using a galvanic machine?
  • Where do you put the bolster?
  • After feathering in a massage, where do you start?
  • For a person with a wide jaw, contouring should primarily add shade to which areas?
  • How many passes are recommended when using the rotary brush?
  • Which factor is most important for keeping skin healthy between visits?
  • What happens when you mix equal parts of two primary colors?
  • Which technique is characterized by kneading, squeezing, and pinching?
  • Which chemical peel should not be flaky after?
  • If someone has a wide jaw, where do you apply contour?
  • Which foundation is best for bridal makeup?
  • What face shape would you want the jaw to appear wider?
  • Tint is defined as adding white to a color; which of the following best matches?
  • Before performing a skin treatment, you need to know?
  • Rice bran is used in which type of exfoliant?
  • In massage terminology, what does the phrase 'Insertion to Origin' describe?
  • Under Woods lamp examination, which color indicates oily skin?
  • Which color is associated with detoxification?
  • Which statement best describes warm colors?
  • What are not methods of epilation?
  • Steam should be used for no longer than how many minutes?
  • Where is the bolster placed during a treatment?
  • Where do you start when waxing the eyebrow?
  • For the American bikini wax, what is the smallest wax strip size?
  • What is used to set foundation?
  • Which technique uses long, gliding strokes?
  • What does shade mean?
  • For consent in waxing services, which statement is correct?
  • What is a contraindication for all types of treatments, including massages?
  • To remove waterproof makeup effectively, which cleanser is recommended?
  • Which specification is most commonly cited for magnifying lamps?
  • What diopter value is most commonly used in magnifying lamps?
  • Which treatment does not use seaweed or mud?
  • What is best for theater & film?
  • In waxing, how thick should the wax layer be applied?
  • Threading is also known as?
  • Feathering in massage serves to achieve which effect?
  • Which term describes a color obtained by adding black?
  • Microblading is best described as what type of cosmetic procedure?
  • Which direction should you massage the neck?
  • What is the most common hair removal?
  • Which exfoliation type is best for hyperpigmentation?
  • Hair length before waxing should be trimmed to which option?
  • What eyes are the easiest to apply makeup to?
  • Which of the following is a contraindication to waxing?
  • Highlighter is described as being which of the following?
  • What is microblading?
  • Which of the following is true about paraffin wax usage?
  • Mixing equal parts of blue and yellow yields which color?
  • For lash glue patch testing, which site is commonly used?
  • What 2 skin types are alike?
  • Manual lymph drainage is used to help with which condition?
  • Which statement about soft wax in relation to hair distortion is true?
  • Under Woods lamp examination, which color indicates healthy skin?
  • Which statement best describes paraffin wax in esthetics?
  • Which option represents a mid-range number of passes for vacuum machines?
  • Who benefits from lash & brow tinting?
  • What is the common pH range for a salon?
  • What are cool colors?
  • Where should you start waxing the arm? (alternate phrasing)
  • Lanugo is the term for which type of hair?
  • Which document helps capture the client's medical history before a skin service?
  • Which term describes a color produced by adding black to a pure color?
  • Which color property describes lightness or brightness?
  • In the Axilla waxing, where should the client's arms be?
  • How far should a steamer be from the face?
  • Which condition would be a safety concern when performing waxing?
  • Diamond face shape is widest at which area?
  • Where should you start waxing the arm?
  • What is the main focus for acne-prone skin?
  • What is threading also known as?
  • What is the telogen stage of hair?
  • Which color openly signifies detoxification in esthetic practices?
  • Define tint in color terms.
  • What protects an esthetician from bloodborne pathogens?
  • How should the chin be waxed?
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