State Board Oral Questions Teacher Exam

State Board Oral Questions Teacher Exam 1.​ What is the difference between personal hygiene and personal grooming? ○​ Personal hygiene deals with the preservation and care of the individual through activities such as bathing, oral hygiene, and using mouthwash to avoid offensive body odors. Personal grooming involves how a person dresses, styles their hair or nails. 2.​ What does the term "ergonomics" refer to? ○​ Ergonomics is the science of designing the workplace as well as its equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient, and safe. 3.​ What are some behaviors that can negatively affect one's professional image? ○​ Behaviors that can negatively impact a professional image include engaging in negative gossip, maintaining an impolite demeanor, and posting nude or embarrassing pictures on social media. 4.​ Why is it necessary to disinfect razors with disposable blades between clients? ○​ Yes, razors with disposable blades need to be disinfected between clients to prevent the spread of infections and ensure sanitary conditions. 5.​ What does "shave with the grain" mean and why is it important? ○​ Shaving with the grain means shaving in the direction of hair growth. It is important to prevent irritation and the possibility of ingrown hairs. 6.​ How should the blade be directed when honing and stropping a conventional razor? ○​ When honing, the cutting edge (finest first) should be used to sharpen the blade. For stropping, the back of the blade should be used first to achieve a keen, smooth cutting edge. 7.​ Why is lather applied in a circular motion using only the dominant hand? ○​ Applying lather in a circular motion with the dominant hand ensures that the hair stands erect and the dominant hand only permits the opposite hand to remain dry to adequately stretch the skin. 8.​ What is a "once-over shave" and how is it performed? ○​ A once-over shave involves performing a few more strokes across the grain while completing each shaving movement. This technique ensures a complete and even shave with one lathering. 9.​ What is the function of trimmers in grooming? ○​ Trimmers, also known as outliners or edgers, are used for their fine cutting edge, which is smaller than hair clippers, to perform outlining, arching, and design work in grooming. 10.​Which areas of the beard are typically shaved in the back hand position? ●​ Areas 2, 6, 7, and 9 of the beard are shaved in the back hand position. 11.​What can be applied to stop minor bleeding during a shave? ●​ Styptic powder or liquid can be applied to stop minor bleeding that may occur during a shave. 12.​List at least two principal functions of the skin. ●​ Two of the principal functions of the skin are protection and sensation. 13.​What are the two main divisions of the skin? ●​ The two main divisions of the skin are the Epidermis and Dermis. 14.​What causes the skin to become calloused? ●​ The skin becomes calloused due to continued pressure and friction on one area of the skin. 15.​What is anhidrosis? ●​ Anhidrosis is a deficiency in perspiration or the inability to sweat. 16.​How should foundation makeup be tested for color correctness? ●​ Foundation makeup should be tested for color correctness along the jawline. 17.​What technique can be used to offset close set eyes regarding eyebrow shaping? ●​ To offset close set eyes, a technician can widen the distance between the brows. 18.​Describe the differences between strip lashes and individual lashes. ●​ Strip lashes are a band of eyelashes applied to the eyelid at the natural lash line. Individual lashes, also known as "eye tabbing," involve gluing individual hair fibers to the client’s natural lash line one at a time. 19.​What is the purpose of moisturizers? ●​ The purpose of moisturizers is to help increase the moisture content of the skin's surface. 20. What is a "Contraindication"? ●​ A contraindication is a condition that requires avoiding certain treatments, procedures, or products to prevent undesirable effects. 21.​Why is it important to apply pressure immediately after waxing? ●​ Applying pressure immediately after waxing an area with your finger for approximately 5 seconds helps to relieve any discomfort. 22.​What hair removal services are permanent and which are permitted in New Jersey? ●​ Permanent hair removal services such as electrolysis, photoepilation, and laser hair removal can result in permanent hair removal, but NONE of these services are permitted practices in the state of New Jersey by a licensed cosmetologist/hair stylist. 23.​Why must gloves be worn during epilation? ●​ Gloves must be worn during epilation to avoid contact with blood-borne pathogens. 24.​What is the primary purpose of a shampoo? ●​ The primary purpose of a shampoo is to cleanse the hair and scalp prior to a service. 25.​What are the potential effects of using a shampoo with a high pH? ●​ Using a shampoo with a high pH can leave hair feeling dry and brittle, cause fading of color-treated hair, and make the hair more porous. 26.​What pH range on the pH scale signifies alkalinity? ●​ A pH range from 7.1 to 14 on the pH scale signifies alkalinity. 27.​Describe the difference between soft and hard water in relation to hair care. ●​ Soft water is rainwater or chemically softened water that contains only small amounts of minerals and allows soap and shampoo to lather freely, making it preferred for washing hair. Hard water contains minerals that reduce the ability of soap or shampoo to lather and may alter the results of hair coloring services. 28.​How are shampoos selected? ●​ Shampoos are selected according to the condition of the client's hair and scalp. Hair can be characterized as oily, dry, normal, or chemically treated. 29.​What is the pH of a pH-balanced shampoo? ●​ The pH of a pH-balanced shampoo is typically between 4.5 and 5.5. 30. How is proper hair brushing beneficial? ●​ Proper hair brushing stimulates blood circulation to the scalp, helps remove dust, dirt, and hairspray buildup from the hair, and gives added shine. 31.​What type of melanin provides natural hair colors ranging from red and ginger to yellow and blond tones? ●​ Pheomelanin provides natural hair colors ranging from red and ginger to yellow and blond tones. 32.​Describe the three growth cycles of hair. ●​ Anagen Phase: The growth phase, new hair is produced, with approximately 90% of scalp hair in this phase at any time, lasting three to five years. ●​ Catagen Phase: The transition phase, hair shrinks and detaches from the dermal papilla, lasts about 10% of the scalp hair in this phase at any time, lasting one to two weeks. ●​ Telogen Phase: The resting phase, where the old hair is shed or remains in place until the next growth phase, with approximately 10-15% of scalp hair in this phase at any time, lasting about 3-6 months. The entire growth cycle repeats every four to five years. 33.​What is alopecia? ●​ Alopecia is a condition characterized by baldness. 34.​What is the strong, chemical side bond that may be broken by permanent waves or chemical relaxers? ●​ The disulfide bond is the strong, chemical side bond that may be broken by permanent waves or chemical relaxers. 35.​What is hirsuties or hypertrichosis? ●​ Hirsuties or hypertrichosis is a condition of abnormal hair growth of terminal hair where the body normally grows vellus (downy) hair. 36.​Name the two most commonly found parasitic infections on the scalp and hair. ●​ The two most common parasitic infections found on the scalp and hair are Pediculosis capitis (head lice) and Scabies (itch mite). 37.​What is malassezia? ●​ Malassezia is a naturally occurring fungus that is present on all human skin but is responsible for dandruff when it grows out of control. 38.​What are canities? ●​ Canities refers to gray hair. 39. What may happen if too much heat is applied to grey hair? ●​ Applying too much heat to grey hair can result in discoloration or hair breakage.