1. Where can we find the recorded hair services of our clients?

A. Record card
B. Receipts
C. diaries
D. Instagram application

2. What is the meaning of PPE?

A. Proper Personal Equipment
B. Personal Protective Equipment
C. Person Protecting Equipment
D. Personal Protective Essentials

3. Why do we need to avoid excessive hair brushing?

A. It causes hair falls
B. Hygiene reasons
C. It may result to baldness
D. may loose the hair curls

4. Why do we put barrier cream on the hairline of our client?

A. For style
B. to cover the eye
C. To moisten the hair
D. to prevent damage to the skin

5. In facial, make-up foundation serves as make-up base. What is the type of foundation recommended for
dry skin?
A. cake
B. cream
C. liquid
D. stick

6. The purpose of thinning the hair is to remove its excess bilk without shortening its length. What is the
best shear to use for thinning bulky hair? A. all-purpose shear
B. clipping shear
C. razor
D. thinning shear

7. The process of thinning, tapering and shortening of the hair is called:

A. hair cutting
B. hair drying
C. hair setting
D. hair styling

8. To correct misshaped eyebrows, it is best to use:

A. depilatory
B. eyebrow pencil
C. electric clipper
D. razor

9. The nail is composed mainly of:

A. Melanin
B. Keratin
C. Collagen
D. Sebum

10. Arrange the following cosmetics in their order of use in applying make-up?
I. Curl lash
II. Eyeliner
III. Eye shadow
IV. Mascara
A. I, II, III, IV
B. II, III, IV, I
C. III, II, I, IV
D. IV, I, II, III

13. A make-up tool that makes eyelashes wavy is:

A. blush on brush
B. curl lash
C. eye liner
D. mascara

14. An orange wood stick is used to:

A. apply oil on the nails
B. remove excess cuticle remover
C. remove excess nail polish around the nails
D. remove stain on nails

15. The ability of the hair to absorb moisture whether the hair is coarse, medium or fine is:
A. hair analysis
B. hair elasticity
C. hair porosity
D. hair texture

16. Foot cosmetics with tiny particles that helps remove stubborn dirt when giving foot spa is:
A. foot balm
B. foot scrub
C. foot soak
D. foot spray

17. One best way of shaping the eyebrow with the use of shave is:
A. Depilation
B. Epilation
C. Threading
D. Waxing

18. A heavy make-up is suitable for:

A. casual affair
B. evening affair
C. picture affair
D. night swimming

19. The first cosmetic applied on the nail when applying nail polish is:
A. base coat
B. colored nail polish
C. cuticle remover
D. top coat

20. What is the proper term for the practice of dividing the hair into smaller, more workable pieces for the
purpose of control?
A. Bunching
B. Spitting
C. Sectioning
D. Texturizing
20. Which of these is the first thing the pedicurist should do to avoid such situation?
A. Be courteous.
B. Ask the customer what she wants for her toenails like the shape, color, etc.
C. Decide you own design and styles.
D. Proceed to the service right after customer A says that she wants pedicuring.

21. Which is NOT desirable quality for effective client relation?

A. emotional control
B. positive approach
C. good manners
D. discussing personal life

22. Which of the following statement is NOT true?

A. Cosmetologist is one of the best advertisements for a salon.
B. Salon owners and managers do not consider appearance, personality and poise to be as
important as technical knowledge and manual skills.
C. The female cosmetologist should wear stylish shoes that fit and are comfortable at the end of a long
day.
D. All female stylists should have their hair done at least once a week and their hair should reflect the
best workmanship of the salon.

23. Lisa applied as public teacher. She doesn’t have any experience for job interview. Could you please help
her decide? What type of clothing will she wear?
A. Casual dress
B. Sunday dress
C. Business attire
D. Party dress

24. What type of make-up may she put on?

A. Corrective make-up
B. Light make-up
C. Heavy make-up
D. Photographic make-up

25. Miss T was invited as one of the principal sponsors in her best friend’s daughter’s wedding. She went to a
salon to have hairstyle, makeup, manicure and pedicure. Miss T wants a neatly finished up style. Which
of the following styles is best suited for her?
A. French Twist Hairstyle
B. Laced-up and Elegant Hairstyle
C. Chignon
D. Petal and Blooms Hairstyle
26. Which of the following makeup does she need?
A. Day make-up
B. Evening make-up
C. Photographic make-up
D. Theatrical/Fantasy make-up
27. Miss T has short nails. What nail shape is best for her?
A. Round nail
B. Oval nail
C. Square nail
D. Pointed nail

28. Which of these are implements?

A. chair, manicure pillow, and finger bowl
B. assorted colored polish, top coat, base coat, and cuticle remover
C. cuticle pusher, nail brush, cuticle nipper, nail file and orange wood stick
D. a cotton, hand towel, antiseptic solution, alcohol, and nail polish remover
29. Which of these are cosmetics?
A. cotton, hand towel, antiseptic solution, alcohol, and nail polish remover
B. top coat, base coat, assorted colored polish and cuticle remover
C. finger bowl, manicure pillow, and chair
D. orange wood stick, cuticle pusher, cuticle nipper, nail file and nail brush

30. Which of these are equipment?

A. cuticle remover, base coat, top coat, and assorted colored polish
B. cuticle nipper, nail file, nail brush, orange wood stick and cuticle pusher
C. hand towel, nail polish remover, and antiseptic solution
D. manicure pillow, chair, and finger bowl

31. Which of these is the correct way to use cuticle nail file?
A. The pointed side is used to push back and moisten the cuticles.
B. The dull spade side is used to scrape and moisten the cuticles.
C. The pointed side is used to push back and remove the cuticles.
D. The dull spade side is used to push back and loosen the cuticles.

32. Which of these is the correct way to use nail brush? Insert the ring finger and pinky in the nail brush
handle and brush the nails with a _________.
A. downward motion from the base to the fingertips to clean the nails and fingers.
B. sideward motion from the base to the fingertips to clean the nails and fingers.
C. upward motion from the base to the fingertips to clean the nails and fingers.
D. sawing motion from the base to the fingertips to clean the nails and fingers.

33. Which is created by allowing the nail to grow out straight and then filing the tip straight across at right
angles with the rest of the nail plate?
A. round nail
B. square nail
C. pointed nail
D. oval nail

34. Which of the following is the last step in manicuring/pedicuring?

A. apply top coat
B. clean under free edge
C. re-examine nails and cuticles
D. dry fingertips

35. Which of these is an imaginative and artistic process of caring for the nails and toenails, involving special
care and expertise for bringing out the best effects?
A. nail tattoo
B. nail art
C. nail extender
D. nail technician

36. Which of the following statement is CORRECT?

A. Adult fingernails grow at an average rate of 1/8 inch a month.
B. Older people nail grow slowly than younger people.
C. Fingernails grow more easily than toenails.
D. The rate of nail growth is greatest during winter.

37. Which is the technical term for nail?

A. Onyx
B. Onychosis
C. Onychology
D. Keratin
38. Massage is part of manicuring and pedicuring services. When is a massage applied? Before _________.
A. removing old polish
B. coloring polish
C. base coat
D. top coat

39. Which part of the body is best for the color testing of a foundation? A. earlobe
B. jawline
C. Nose
D. Cheek

40. Which aids in maintaining face?

A. face cleansers
B. face toners
C. face lotions
D. face serums

41. Which one helps to moisturize the face to return lost moisture and hydrate the skin to slow down the
skin’s aging process?
A. anti-aging face creams
B. face toners
C. face exfoliators
D. face cream

42. Which among the following would be the first step in giving facial?
A. apply cleansing cream
B. apply treatment mask
C. apply moisturizer
D. apply massage cream
43. Teacher F is a MAPEH teacher. Sometimes or most of the time she is exposed to the sunlight. What type of
skin protection should she apply?
A. face toners
B. anti-aging body creams
C. body mask
D. SPF lotion

44. Which of the following drinks can she take to hydrate herself?
A. soft drinks
B. Gatorade
C. cobra juice
D. plain water

45. Under medical direction, the following are the measures of limitation in cosmetic treatment for acne,
EXCEPT:
A. Remove blackheads using proper procedures
B. Reduce the oiliness of the skin by local application
C. Apply moisturizer
D. Clean the face

46. What kind of cosmetic is used to set the foundation, giving a matte finish, and also to conceal small flaws
or blemishes?
A. powder
B. lipstick
C. Eyeliner
D. Blush

47. Which of the following provides the backdrop for the entire colorful facial make-up artistry?
A. concealer
 B. blush
C. cheek color
D. foundation

48. How is highlight produced for corrective make-up? A highlight is produced when:
A. a darker foundation than the original one is applied to a particular part of the face
B. a lighter shade than the original one is applied to a particular part of the face
C. a medium shade similar to the original one is applied to a particular part of the face
D. a shadow subdues or minimizes prominent features

49. What must one remember in giving facial manipulations to induce relaxation?
A. routine
B. tempo
C. Pressure
D. skin type

50. A client comes into the salon for a scalp treatment. She has some obvious abrasions on her scalp. Which
treatment would be acceptable?
A. Apply an antiseptic scalp treatment with minimum massage.
B. Apply an oil treatment with a heat cap.
C. Advise the client of her scalp condition and reschedule her appointment.
D. Give a first aid treatment and proceed with manipulations.

51. Mika noticeably has gray hairs but she is only 11 years old and she is not an albino. What may be the
cause of gray hairs at this early age?
A. Lack of sleep and overexposed to computers.
B. She has serious illness.
C. She has defects in pigment formation occurring at birth.
D. A result of the natural aging process of humans.

52. Who is an albino? A person born with _________.

A. An hypertrichosis or superfluous hair, an abnormal development of hair
B. an absence of coloring matter in the hair shaft, which is accompanied by no marked of pigment
coloring in the skin or irises of the eyes
C. androgenetic alopecia
D. a small involuntary muscle attached to the underside of a hair follicle

53. What type of haircutting is done when one holds the shears at an angle to the hair strand other than 90
degrees?
A. blunt cut
B. beveled cut
C. graduated cut
D. Undercutting

54. Which is an art of arranging the hair with attractive shapes and styles?
A. Hairstyling
B. Hair trimming
C. Curling
D. Waving

55. Hair is distributed all over the body, EXCEPT:

A. Soles of the feet
B. Earlobe
C. Hands
D. Eyes
56. Under normal circumstances, how many strands of hair does an average person shed per day?
A. 20-50
B. 40-100
C. 80-120
D. 150-200

57. What primary function did kohl serve for ancient Egyptians?
A. Enhancing their beauty
B. Warding off evil spirits
C. Protecting their eyes from the sun
D. Indicating social status

58. Which ancient civilization is credited with pioneering the use of cosmetics?
A. Mesopotamia
B. Ancient Greece
C. Ancient Egypt
D. Indus Valley Civilization

59. What were the primary materials used by ancient Egyptians for cosmetics?
A. Synthetic chemicals
B. Animal products and minerals
C. Plant extracts and essential oils
D. Plastic and metal compounds

60. During the Shang Dynasty in Chinese history, what was the significance of coloring one's nails among
the nobility?
A. It demonstrated high social status.
B. It indicated membership in a secret society.
C. It was a symbol of rebellion against the ruling class
D. It represented mourning for deceased family members.

61. During the Golden Age of Greece around 500 BC, what was a common cosmetic practice among
women for lightening their complexion?
A. Applying kohl to the cheeks.
B. Using white lead on the face.
C. Using vermillion powder on the face.
D. Coloring the lips with cinnabar.

62. What mineral was used by ancient Greek women to color their cheeks and lips during the Golden Age
of Greece?
A. Lead
B. Vermillion
C. Kohl
D. Cinnabar

63. For what purpose did ancient Greeks commonly use perfumes and cosmetics during the Golden Age of
Greece?
A. Exclusively for religious ceremonies.
B. Solely for medical treatments.
C. Both for personal grooming and religious rites.
D. Only for enhancing social status.

64. In ancient Rome, what distinguished the classes regarding hair coloring and cosmetics?
A. Noblewomen preferred blonde hair, middle-class women favored red hair, and lower-class
women opted for black hair.
B. Noblewomen colored their hair red, middle-class women dyed their hair blonde, and lower-
class women left their hair natural.
C. Noblewomen dyed their hair blonde, middle-class women preferred red hair, and lower-class
women did not engage in hair coloring.
 D. Noblewomen dyed their hair red, middle-class women preferred blonde hair, and lower-
class women did not engage in hair coloring.

65. What was the primary purpose of ancient Roman women's use of cosmetics?
a) To showcase their wealth and status in society
b) To protect their skin from harsh environmental conditions
c) To ward off evil spirits and curses
d) To express their creativity through different looks

66. Which of the following was a common ingredient used in ancient Roman facial makeup?
A. Honey and lemon
B. Bread and milk
C. Olive oil and vinegar
D. Rosewater and sandalwood

67. Why were women in the Middle Ages forbidden to wear makeup?
A. It was considered a sign of rebellion against societal norms
B. Makeup was deemed inappropriate for religious reasons
C. Makeup was scarce and too expensive for common women
D. There were concerns about the health risks associated with makeup

68. What hazardous substance was commonly found in makeup during the Middle Ages?
A. Lead
B. Mercury
C. Copper
D. Zinc

69. What was the consequence of wearing makeup containing lead in the Middle Ages?
A. Enhanced beauty and radiance
B. Increased risk of poisoning and death
C. Protection from harmful sun rays
D. Improved social status and prestige

70. During which period in history did civilization truly modernize cosmetology?
A. The Renaissance
B. The Industrial Revolution
C. The Victorian Era
D. The Enlightenment

71. Why was grooming particularly important during the Renaissance period?
A. Due to advancements in medical knowledge
B. Because of the influence of ancient Greek philosophy
C. As a result of increased trade and globalization
D. Reflecting societal emphasis on personal appearance and hygiene

72. How were individuals discouraged from wearing thick applications of fragrances and cosmetics during
this period?
A. Through religious prohibitions
B. By governmental regulations
C. Cultural norms and etiquette
D. Medical advisories from doctors

73. During the Victorian Age period of cosmetic restriction, what were women primarily using to preserve
their facial beauty?
A. Chemical-based cosmetics
B. Masks made from natural ingredients
C. Synthetic beauty products
D. Heavy makeup layers
74. Which of the following were commonly used ingredients in the masks worn by women during this
conservative period – Victorian Age?
A. Artificial fragrances and dyes
B. Petrochemical derivatives
C. Honey, eggs, milk, oatmeal, fruits, and vegetables
D. Silicones and parabens

75. How did women of the Victorian Age achieve natural lip color instead of using lip color products?
A. By applying multiple layers of lip balm
B. Pinching their cheeks and biting their lips
C. Using chemical-based lip enhancers
D. Applying petroleum jelly

76. What was the primary reason for the conservative grooming habits during the Victorian Age?
A. Lack of availability of cosmetics
B. Religious beliefs prohibiting makeup
C. Economic constraints
D. Societal norms and expectations

77. What was the predominant trend regarding makeup during this period in the USA and Europe?
A. Makeup became trendy
B. Minimalistic makeup.
C. Conservative grooming habits
D. Natural beauty without makeup

78. Which industry played a significant role in popularizing cosmetics during the 20th Century?
A. Fashion industry
B. Movie industry
C. Food industry
D. Automotive industry

79. Who had a major influence on defining feminine beauty during this era?
A. Politicians
B. Religious leaders
C. Scientists
D. Celebrities

80. What were some characteristics of the beauty standards portrayed by celebrities and the movie
industry during the 20th Century?
A. Unkempt appearance
B. Imperfect complexion
C. Flawless complexion, beautiful hairstyles, and manicured nails
D. Natural appearance without any enhancements

81. Which of the following tasks is typically associated with barbering rather than hair styling?
A. Coloring hair
B. Braiding hair
C. Shaping and cutting hair
D. Installing hair extensions
82. Which of the following is NOT a specific discipline within cosmetology?
A. Hairstyling (haircutting and coloring)
B. Esthetics (skin care)
C. Veterinary medicine
D. Nail care (manicures and pedicures)
83. Which of the following is identified as a positive impact for customers visiting hair or nail salons?
A. Increased workload and responsibilities
B. Decreased self-esteem
C. Heightened anxiety levels
D. Elevated levels of stress relief

84. Which type of brush is essential for creating soft and smokey eye shadow looks and for applying liner
and eye shadow along the bottom lashes?
A. Concealer Brush
B. Brow Brush
C. Blending Brush
D. Pencil Brush

85. Which brush is ideal for achieving a flawless, airbrushed finish when applying foundation?
A. Lash & Brow Spooley Brush
B. Flat Eyeliner Brush
C. Foundation Brush
D. Lip Brush