Why should a skin sensitivity test be carried out?
A.
To ensure that the client is not allergic to any of the products used
B.
To ensure that the client can differentiate between hot and cold
C.
As a means of generating more income for the salon
D.
To ensure that the client's motor nerve responses are working correctly and able to respond to tactile stimulation
2.
How should a skin sensitivity test be conducted?
A.
Apply warm and cold test tubes of water to the area and ask the client to differentiate between the two
B.
Apply a small amount of the products to cleansed skin on either the inside of the elbow or behind the ear
C.
Apply a sharp and blunt tipped orange wood stick to the area to be treated and ask the client to differentiate between the two
D.
Using the magnifying lamp, monitor the skin's response for erythema
3.
Which of the following would indicate a 'positive' response to a skin sensitivity test?
A.
No reaction at all from the treated area
B.
The ability to differentiate between hot and cold sensations in the area treated
C.
Swelling, irritation and inflammation on the area treated
D.
Increased melanin production in the area treated
4.
How would the results of a skin sensitivity test be interpreted?
A.
A positive reaction would indicate that the treatment may go ahead
B.
If the client is able to differentiate between hot and cold sensations then the treatment may go ahead
C.
If the client is able to differentiate between sharp and soft sensations then the treatment may go ahead
D.
A negative reaction would indicate that the treatment may go ahead
5.
How would you measure for correct eyebrow length?
A.
From the narrow part of the nose to the inner corner of the eye. Then in a diagonal line from the narrow part of the nose to the outer corner of the eye and up to the eyebrow. The brow should not extend beyond this point
B.
In a horizontal line from the inner corner of the eye to the outer corner of the eye and up to the eyebrow. The brow should extend just beyond the outer corner of the eye
C.
From the widest part of the nose to the inner corner of the eye. Then in a diagonal line from the widest part of the nose to the outer corner of the eye and up to the eyebrow. The brow should not extend beyond this point
D.
From the widest part of the nose to the inner corner of the eye. Then from the middle of the cheekbone to the outside corner of the eye and up to the eyebrow. The brow should stop just short of this point
6.
Which of the following statements is correct regarding thickness of brows?
A.
Brows left natural on the inner corners will make close set eyes wider apart
B.
Thick brows can give a youthful appearance
C.
Thick brows can be ageing and thin brows can give a severe appearance
D.
Thin brows can give a soft, natural look on more mature clients
7.
The functions of the skin include:
A.
Movement
B.
Secretion
C.
Sodium retention
D.
Vitamin C formation
8.
On average how often should a client have a full eyebrow shape?
A.
Once a week
B.
Every two weeks
C.
Twice a year
D.
Once a month
9.
How should soothing products be applied?
A.
With fingers
B.
With tissue
C.
With a spatula
D.
With sterile cotton wool
10.
Why might it be necessary to soothe the brow area during treatment?
A.
To increase redness of the skin
B.
To reduce redness of the skin
C.
To stimulate the skin
D.
To warm the skin
11.
Which of the following products is most commonly used to reduce redness of the skin during brow shaping?
A.
Cleansing lotion
B.
Soothing gel
C.
Petroleum jelly
D.
Eye make-up remover
12.
Why should the area be wiped over with sanitiser prior to tweezing?
A.
To open the pores
B.
To make the treatment less painful
C.
To prevent cross infection
D.
To make it easier to remove the hairs
13.
Which of the following is correct after care advice for tweezed eyebrows?
A.
Do not apply eye make-up for 1 hour after the treatment
B.
Do not apply eye make-up for 6 hours after the treatment
C.
Do not apply eye make-up for at least 12 hours after the treatment
D.
Eye make-up can be applied immediately after the treatment
14.
Which colour of hair is most resistant to lash and brow tint?
A.
Blonde
B.
Black
C.
Brown
D.
White
15.
Which of the following statements is correct when treating a client with white hair?
A.
The processing time may need to be decreased
B.
The volume of hydrogen peroxide will always need to be stronger
C.
The volume of hydrogen peroxide will always need to be weaker
D.
The processing time may need to be increased
16.
When should the tint be mixed?
A.
Before the eye area is cleansed
B.
Before the client arrives
C.
Whilst the client is changing
D.
Immediately before application
17.
Why should eyelash tint be applied to the lashes immediately after it has been mixed?
A.
Because the colour molecules may become too large to penetrate the hair cuticle
B.
Because the colour molecules may become too small to penetrate the hair cuticle
C.
Because the colour molecules may become too large to penetrate the cortex of the hair
D.
Because the colour molecules may become too large to penetrate the medulla of the hair
18.
What should the therapist increase when tinting lashes/brows that are resistant to tint?
A.
The amount of peroxide used
B.
The processing time
C.
The quantity of the tint applied
D.
The strength of the peroxide used
19.
Which of the following statements is true with regards to eyelash enhancements?
A.
Oil-based eye make-up remover will dissolve the adhesive
B.
Water-based eye make-up remover will dissolve the adhesive
C.
Lash enhancements should be removed by rolling between the finger and thumb
D.
Oil-based products will condition the lashes and make them last longer
20.
Which of the following is correct advice for the maintenance and care of artificial lashes?
A.
Use an oil based eye make-up remover
B.
Do not use an oil based eye make-up remover
C.
After bathing rub the eye area dry with a clean towel
D.
Do not use dry or water based eye make-up
21.
Which of the following conditions would require medical permission before proceeding?
A.
Botox/dermal fillers
B.
Scar tissue
C.
Eye infection
D.
Diabetes
22.
Which of the following conditions would requires medical referral?
A.
Eye infections
B.
Bruising
C.
Allergies to the tint
D.
Allergies to the adhesive
23.
Which of the following could be considered a severe skin disorder/condition?
A.
Cuts
B.
Bruising
C.
Acne
D.
Abrasions
24.
Which of the following conditions would require medical referral?
A.
Allergies to tint
B.
Severe eye infections
C.
Inflammation of the skin
D.
Bruising
25.
Which of the following would prevent treatment?
A.
Dehydrated skin
B.
Oily skin
C.
Inflammation of the skin
D.
Mature skin
26.
Which of the following would prevent treatment?
A.
Red hair
B.
Young skin
C.
Lines around the eye area
D.
Allergies to solvents
27.
Which of the following contraindications/conditions would prevent treatment?
A.
Dry skin
B.
Severe skin conditions
C.
Allergies to tint
D.
Eye infections
28.
Why will conjunctivitis restrict eye treatments being performed?
A.
Because the eyes will water too much and tint or adhesive will not take
B.
Because it is an infectious condition that is contagious
C.
Because it will cause the client discomfort
D.
Because medical consent must be obtained prior to treatment
29.
What action should be taken if tint or solvent accidentally enters the client’s eye?
A.
Irrigate the eye with warm water until all traces of tint or solvent are removed
B.
Rinse with clean water until discomfort is no longer experienced
C.
Use tint remover to cleanse the eye area thoroughly
D.
Give the client some damp cotton wool and instruct them to remove all product
30.
What could be the cause of erythema?
A.
Oily skin
B.
Mature skin
C.
Allergic reaction
D.
Young skin
31.
How would you identify erythema?
A.
White spots around the eye area
B.
Open pores
C.
Irritation and redness
D.
Closed pores
32.
What could happen if adhesive solvent was to come into excessive contact with the skin tissue around the eye?
A.
It could cause the area to become irritated
B.
It could cause the area to become oily
C.
It will dissolve the natural lashes
D.
It will cause an allergic reaction
33.
What action should you take if a client had a contra-action to a treatment product?
A.
Remove the product and apply a hot compress to the affected area
B.
Remove the product and apply a face mask to the affected area
C.
Remove the product and apply a warm compress to the affected area
D.
Remove the product and apply a cold compress to the affected area
