Cosmetology Examination

1 . Regarding Cosmetic Peels: Check the correct alternative(s).

a) Erases wrinkles

b) Softens the skin.

c) Erases the stratum corneum.

d) Allows better penetration of cosmetics.

e) Removes dead skin cells.

2 Check the correct alternative:

An oil in water emulsion means that...

a) The continuous phase is water and the discontinuous phase is oil.

b) The continuous phase is oil and the discontinuous phase is water.

c) The oil-in-water emulsion is similar to an ointment or ointment-like texture.

d) None of the above.

3 Check the correct alternative:

Pyodermitis:

a) They are infections caused by bacteria.

b) They are infections caused by viruses.

c) They are infections caused by fungi.

d) a and b.

4 Check the correct alternative:

Hypoallergenic products:

a) Minimal risk of producing allergies.

b) Used by sensitive skin.

c) They do not produce allergies.

d) None of the above.

e) All of the above.

5 Check the correct alternative:

Contact dermatitis, recognized by:

a) Telangiectasias.

b) Erythema.

c) Small pruritic papules.

d) None of the above.

e) b and c.

6 Check the correct alternative:

Cutaneous adnexa:

a) Nails grow 3 mm. per month.

b) Sweat glands are of 2 types: eccrine and apocrine.

c) Most of the adnexa are located in the basal layer of the epidermis.

d) Sebaceous secretion is regulated by hormonal factors.

e) The matrix is the generating part of the nail.

f) a, b, d and e

g) All of the above.

7 Check the correct alternative:

a) The skin has few nerve endings.

b) The stratum corneum consists of blood vessels and keratinocytes.

c) Hair has 3 phases of growth: anagen, catagen, telogen.

8 Check the correct alternative:

It is a function of lymph:

a) Eliminate toxins from the connective tissue.

b) Incorporate lymphocytes into the blood.

c) Recovery of proteins into the bloodstream.

d) Eliminate liquids from the connective tissue.

I. a and, b.

II. a, b and d.

III. All of the above.

IV. None of the above.

9 Check the correct alternative:

A skin with rosacea is characterized by:

a) Erythrosis and telagiectasis.

b) Vasodilatations.

c) Edemas.

d) Dilated ostiums

I. a, b and c.

II. All of the above.

III. None of the above

10 . Check the correct alternative:

Infrared rays:

a) They are caloric electromagnetic waves.

b) They produce hyperemia.

c) They can be used indiscriminately.

d) Decrease blood circulation.

1. a and, b.

11 . a, b and c.

111. All of the above.

112 None of the above.

11.- Join with a line - as appropriate - the following degrees of penetration:

- Cleansing cream - Penetration

- Soap - Impregnation

- Nourishing
- Tonic Lotion - Imbibition
- Contact us
13.- Indicate True or cream
False:

The function of melanocytes is...

- ......Protect the skin from ultraviolet rays.

- ......Protect skin from dehydration.

- ......Increase skin pigment.

- ......Regulate sweating.

- ...... Acne is viral in nature.

- ......Warts are fatty cysts.

- ...... Telangectasias are a circumscribed elevation in the skin.

- ......Hirsutism and combat it by changing eating habits.

- ...... Hirsutism caused by a hormonal problem or alteration.

- ...... Hirsutism occurs more frequently in men than in women.

- ….. Hirsutism increases with the sun.

- .....Cell exchange is possible because the cell membrane is semi-permeable.

- .....The hypodermis consists mainly of fat cells.

 - .....Blood can spread diseases

- .....The connective tissue cells are collagen, elastin and reticulin.

- .....In the dermis we find epithelial tissue.

- ..... Langerhans cells are found in large volume in dermis and
hypodermis
- .....Thyroxine is an amino acid in keratin.

- ..... Histology studies the functions of the skin.

- 0.6 is alkaline pH
15.- Mark the correct alternative:

Rosaceae:

a) It is due to an increase in the amount of male hormones.

b) It is characterized by facial redness and acneiform lesions.

c) There may be ocular involvement.

d) b and c.

17 Check the correct alternative:

Warts:

a) Warts are caused by bacteria.

b) Warts are caused by viruses.

c) The presence of warts does not contraindicate handling the skin (without
protection).

d) a and c.
18 Check the correct alternative(s):

The following bacterial flora is found in a normal skin...

a) Epidermal Staphylococcus.

b) Coryne Bacterium Acne.

c) Yeast.

d) All of the above.

e) None of the above.

19 Check the correct alternative:

Regarding Ultraviolet Rays (UVR)...

a) UVC rays are absorbed by the ozone layer.

b) UVA rays cause the appearance of erythema and sunburn.

c) UVB rays are those that tan without causing erythema.

d) Only a and c are correct.

20 Indicate True or False:

The Sebaceous Gland is important in Cosmetology because of its...

- .....Hydrate the skin.

- .....Provide the oil phase to the epicutaneous emulsion.

- .....Lubricate hair.

- .....Excess sebum alters the surface pH.

21 Check the correct alternative:

Seborrhea:

a) It is caused by excessive intake of high-fat foods.

b) It is frequently associated with acne.

c) Most patients are treated with astringent lotions.

d) None of the above.

22 Check the correct alternative:

Keratin is...
 a) A skin-protective protein substance.

b) A substance that provides color to the skin.

c) A protein rich in sulfur and poor in H2O.

d) a and c.

23 Check the correct alternative:

These are adverse manifestations of a cosmetic:

a) Vascular congestion.

b) Hypopigmentation.

c) Appearance of thousands of cysts.

d) All of the above.

24 Check the correct alternative:

A Millium is characterized by being...

a) A branching of tiny capillaries.

b) Retained encysted and hardened grease.

c) Synonym for comedo.

d) None of the above.

25 Check the correct alternative:

These are routes of penetration of a cosmetic:

a) Transepidermal

b) Transanexial.

c) Blood route.

I. a and c.

II. a and b.

III. All of the above.

 IV. None of the above.

26 Check the correct alternative:

Nevi:

a) Nevi are benign and malignant skin tumors.

b) Nevi are always pigmented.

c) A history of inflammation at the level of a nevus should be treated with antibiotic

ointment.

d) a and b

27 Check the correct alternative:

With respect to the Cutaneous Annexes...

a) Sweat glands are located throughout the skin surface.

b) Sebaceous glands are located in greater numbers on the face, chest and back.

c) Tears are produced by sebaceous glands located in the eyelids.

d) a and b.

28 Check the correct alternative:

Stretch Marks:

e) They can occur in adolescence.

f) They are caused by an alteration of the collagen and elastic fibers.

g) They can also occur in males.

I. a, b and, c.

II. a, b and d.

III. All of the above.

IV. None of the above.

29 . Check the correct alternative:

Juvenile Acne

a) It is due to a physiological process characterized by the appearance of impurities that

must be removed.

b) It is produced only by an alteration of the mycological flora of the skin.

c) It is a normal physiological process of puberty that is produced by hormonal change.

d) All of the above.

30 Check the correct alternative:

In a Rosacea:

a) Corticosteroid ointment is applied.

b) Referred to the Dermatology Clinic.

c) Sun exposure should be recommended.

d) None of the above.

31 Check the correct alternative(s):

The dermis, the main component of the skin, is formed by:

a) Water.

b) Fibroblasts.

c) Collagen fibers.

d) Fundamental Substance.

e) Protozoo.

32 Check the correct alternative(s):

Risks of waxing:

a) Folliculitis.

b) Increases hair thickness and quantity.

c) Causes allergies.

d) All of the above.

e) None of the above.

33 . - With respect to Ultraviolet Rays is true or false: -..... They come only from the
sun and are not artificially produced.
- .....Cause skin aging only (not related to skin cancer)
-......Your exposure linked to skin cancer and skin aging

34 . - Free radicals are either True or False:

- ......highly reactive molecule for having an odd electron

- ......accelerate skin aging
- ......son active ingredients used in cosmetics
- ......son produced by ultraviolet radiation.

35 Regarding acne it is possible to mention that:

I there is a genetic component in its occurrence

II not seen after the age of 30
III is caused by some medications
IV Comedones and pustules are removed by the esthetician.

a) all of the above

b) none of the above
c) only I
d) only II
e) II and III

36 - . The cutaneous adnexa, except:

- sebaceous glands are found in the palms and soles of the feet.
- sebaceous secretion is related to hormonal (androgenic) disturbances
- Sweat secretion is related to emotional stress.

37 Of the R.U.V.:
a) can be replaced artificially
b) too much sun can lead to photoaging
- a and b
- only b

38 Anatomy of the skin:

a) - the epidermis is an epithelium that is constantly renewed.
b) - the dermis is characterized by being eminently fibrous and thicker than the
epidermis.
c) - one of the functions of the hypodermis is to participate in thermoregulation.
- all
- none
- aye b
- only c

40. These are factors that cause skin dehydration:

a) some drugs
b) some types of climate
c) heating
d) sun
- all of the above
- a, b and d
- a, c and d
 - Only c and d

41. Near pH say true or false:

- 00700 indicates an alkaline pH

- .....Skin is responsible for maintaining the level of the
- .....the function of the stratum corneum is to maintain the acidic pH.
_......the amount of hydrogen ions increases its acidity.

42. Check true or false.

a..... the amount of germs that can exist on the surface of the skin varies from
one area to another.
b...... sebaceous secretion facilitates fungal proliferation
c...... moisture facilitates fungal growth d...... no staphylococci are present on
the skin.

44 Dark spots of the skin can be produced by:

a) medicines
b) exposure to Solarium
c) exposure to R.U.V.
d) some cosmetics
- -Only a and b
- a, b and c
- only c
- none of the above
- All of the above

45 True and False: Liposomes

- .....estan in the cytoplasm of Keratolytics
- .....permits cosmetics penetration
- ..... are used in cancer treatments
- .....No are used for cosmetology

46 true or false

- .....Physical protection function is mainly responsible for agents

chemicals

- .....Androgens stimulate sweat secretion.

- .....Melanin neutralizes free radicals

47 . Indicate true or false

- ..... free radicals alter cell DNA

- .....la elastosis are small macules on the back of the hands.
- .....Sweating mode of cutaneous defense
- .....Achromia is an increase in pigment
48 . true or false:

- .....On dry skin, regularizing soap is used.

- ..... Ruffini corpuscles are associated with pressure
- .....Vaccination is the injection of serum from the animal or person.
Who has suffered from the disease.
- .....Antigen is a defense mode of the organism.

49 A cosmetic suitable for normal facial hygiene has the following characteristics
(except), indicate the false one:

a) must be acidic or neutral pH

b) must be easy to apply
c) must be able to deeply penetrate the stratum corneum
d) must have good pulling power
e) must have a mild detergent action

50. Vitiligo is characterized by:

a) Increased epidermal pigment, brown spots.
b) Absence of epidermal pigment, white spots
c) Increased blood vessels, pinkish spots d) Skin pigment deposit
e) None of the above.
 COMPETENCY TEST FOR THE SEREMI DE SALUD ARAUCANÍA
(HEALTH SEREMI)
1 The cosmetologist is empowered to
a) Maintaining the normal state of healthy skin
b) Treat simple pathologies such as acne
c) Treating healthy and diseased skins
d) Recommending the use of cosmetic creams, ointments and ointments
e) Only a and b are correct

2 The inherent functions of cosmetology are

a) Decorator with the purpose of highlighting beauty through makeup.
b) Preservative maintaining the normal state of a healthy skin.
c) Transforming through procedures that alter its normal structural
characteristics
d) Corrective: By restoring normality after a deviation that alters aesthetics
e) Only a, b, and d
f) Only c

3 From the point of view of the anatomy of the skin, we can affirm that
a) It is formed by Epidermis, Dermis and Hypodermis.
b) Connective, Subcutaneous and Composite Epithelial Tissues
c) Hair and nails
d) Sweat and sebaceous glands
e) Only a, c and d
4 The epidermal strata from its birth to its fall are
a) basal, granular, corneous and spinous
b) granular, lucid, corneous and basal
c) basal, thorny, granular, lucid and corneous
d) spinous, basal, granular and corneal

5 The histology of the skin states that we find in it:

a) Composite epithelial, connective and adipose or subcutaneous tissue
b) Simple epithelial tissue
c) Muscle and blood tissue
d) All are correct
6 About fibroblasts and their role in aesthetics we can say
a) These are cells specialized in fat storage
b) These cells are responsible for the manufacture of protein fibers.
c) These molecules are responsible for retaining water in the dermis.
d) Not found in skin-forming tissues
7 What are collagen and elastin?
a) Protein fibers that maintain firmness, hydration and elasticity of the skin.
b) Molecules capable of trapping water from ambient humidity
 c) lipids that prevent water evaporation
d) Vitamins responsible for the constant renewal of the skin.
8 Where is hyaluronic acid found and what is its function?
a) It is found in the hypodermis to facilitate drainage.
b) It is found in the epidermis forming a barrier against evaporation.
c) It is found in the dermis and is responsible for capturing water to maintain
deep hydration.
d) It is only found as part of the blood plasma.
9 Among the elements of the dermal tissue we have
a) Fibroblasts
b) Collagen and elastic fibers
c) Blood, lymphatic and nerve endings
d) Basic substance
e) All are correct
10 The PH of a healthy skin is
a) Alkaline or basic
b) Neutral
c) Acid
d) It has no PH because its stratum corneum has only dead cells.
11 What do we call acid mantle?
a) To grease deposited on the surface
b) To sweat emanated by the apocrine glands
c) To an emulsion formed by sebum, sweat and keratin.
d) To the keratin eliminated with the constant renewal of the skin.
12 Of the epidermal lipids we can say
a) They provide the oily phase of the acid mantle.
b) They maintain the union between the cells of the epidermis.
c) They are released from cell membranes during keratinization.
d) Only b and c
e) All are correct
13 Functions of adipose tissue
a) Preventing heat loss
b) Serve as an energy reserve
c) Body contouring and protection from minor traumas
d) All are correct
 e) Only a and b
14 Among the components of the cutaneous flora we have
a) Saprophytic viruses
b) Saprophytic bacteria
c) Fungi and yeasts
d) Parasite
e) Only b, c and d

15 Among the functions of the skin we have

a) Protecting against fluid loss
b) Protecting ourselves against microbial invasion
c) Protecting us from irritants
d) Exercise thermoregulatory function
e) Only a and c
f) All
16 Functions of sebum
a) Maintaining skin flexibility
b) Waterproofing of the skin
c) Elimination of toxins
d) Thermoregulation
e) To provide the aqueous phase of the acid mantle.
f) Only a and b
17 Among the determinant factors for sebaceous production we have
a) Climatic factors
b) Genetic Factors
c) Sun exposure
d) Hormonal factors
e) Only b and d
18 Functional alterations of the senile skin are
a) Skin spots
b) Increased permeability
c) Hair whitening
d) Difficulty in healing
e) Decreased sensitivity
f) All
 g) Only b, d and e
19 Melanin serves to
a) Increasing skin thickness
b) To protect us from sun damage
c) To color the skin
d) To maintain skin hydration
e) Only b and c
20 According to supreme decree 244, the following procedures can be performed
in beauty salons and similar institutes.
a) Definitive hair removal
b) Skin and capillary hygiene by removing cellular detritus and sweat and
sebaceous secretions.
c) Manual massages
d) Skin protection with products classified as cosmetic products
e) Epidermal peeling
f) All
g) Only b, c and d
21 A dyschromia refers to an alteration of
a) To an alteration of the functionality of the skin.
b) To an alteration in the pigmentation of the skin.
c) To an alteration of the keratinization of the skin.
d) To a vascular type alteration
22 Which of the following pathologies are of vascular origin?
a) Rosacea and telangiectasias
b) Acne
c) Vitiligo and alvinism
d) Actinic keratosis and follicular keratosis
23 When the nails exhibit abnormal thickness and/or color, the reasons may be
varied and among them we have.
a) Mycosis
b) Psoriasis
c) Liver problems
d) Lichen planus
e) All
f) Only a and b
24 About acne we can say
a) It is an infection of the sweat duct caused by fungi.
b) Its fundamental primary lesion is the comedo
c) Hair follicle infection caused by bacteria
d) Comedones, papules and pustules may be present.
e) Can be treated in the cabinet under strict hygienic conditions
f) Only b, c and d
g) Only a and e
25 Warts, as well as herpes, are the result of contamination.
a) Viral
b) Bacterial
c) Mycotics
d) Parasitic
26 From the cosmetic peeling and the products used, it can be stated that
a) They are performed to reduce the thickness of the stratum corneum.
b) Elements such as trichloroacetic acid and resorcinol are used.
c) They are performed to increase the permeability of the skin.
d) Elements such as granules, fruit acids, gommage and sludge are used.
e) Only a, c and d
27 The lymphatic system is
a) A system parallel to the arterial system
b) A complementary system parallel to the venous system
c) A nutrient delivery system
d) A system responsible for the removal of cellular metabolic waste.
e) Only a and c
f) Only b and d
28 The natural moisturizing factor is
a) A set of substances in the epidermis that are responsible for water uptake.
a) It is the same as hyaluronic acid and is found in the dermis.
b) It is a skin protein
c) It is a connective tissue fiber
29 The following are characteristics of dry skin
a) Thin stratum corneum with tendency to early involution
b) High tolerance to climatic factors
c) Presents noticeable brightness mainly in the morning.
 d) It is always sensitive
e) All
f) Only b, c and d
30 Factors favoring good skin hydration.
a) Constant washing
b) Adequate fluid intake
c) An improvement of the selective permeability barrier through the supply of
epidermal lipids.
d) All
e)Only b and c
31 When a skin is sensitive
a) When it is very white
b) When dry
c) When it reacts negatively to a large number of elements that come into
contact with it.
d) When it is fat
32 What is the positive contribution of a nourishing or regenerating active
ingredient for the skin?
a) Provides fatty components to compensate for lipid imbalances
b) Stimulate blood flow
c) Increases metabolism and cellular nutrition
d) Regulates sebaceous flow
e) All
f) Only a and c
33 It is intended to increase cellular renewal: The active ingredient is
a) Regenerating or Nourishing
b) Moisturizer
c) Moisturizer
d) Cytostimulant
34 It consists of an aqueous phase, an oily phase and an emulsifying agent. The
preparation is.
a) A solution
b) A suspension
c) An emulsion
d) An ointment
35 An excipient is:
a) An active ingredient of plant origin
b) An element present in the cosmetic and defining its function
c) An element that allows the product to contact with the skin.
d) A base cream that must contain the other components of the cosmetic.
36 It is present in small quantities and in cosmetics a maximum concentration of
20% is allowed. The element is
a) A conservative
b) An active ingredient
c) A colorant
d) A perfume
37 Preservatives in a cosmetic formulation are used to:
a) To give consistency to the product
b) To maintain product stability by preventing product contamination and
oxidation
c) To give the product a characteristic
d) To camouflage possible odors of the active ingredients.
38 Allows UVA radiation to pass through while blocking UVB radiation. The
protector is
a) A blocker
b) A physical screen
c) A suntan lotion
d) A tanning accelerator
39 Phototypes I, II and III correspond to
a) Matte skins that burn minimally
b) Brown skin that does not burn
c) White skin that always burns and tans little or not at all
d) None of the above
40 When the skin is irradiated by the sun, it sets in motion its natural defenses,
which are:
a) Thickening of the stratum corneum
b) Premature aging
c) Triggering of melanogenesis
d) Skin cancer
e) All
f) Only a and c
41 The sun protection product called sunscreen protects us against.
a) UVA radiation only
b) Only against UVB radiation
c) Protects against UVA and UVB
d) It may also contain elements such as titanium dioxide or zinc oxide that
bounce the radiation that gets through, providing 100% protection.
e) Only a and b
f) Only c and d
42 Ultraviolet radiation causes short- and long-term skin damage. Whether this
damage is greater or lesser depends on.
a) Capacity for repairing damage caused by UVR
b) Skin phototype
c) Number of lifetime exposures
d) Time and geographical latitude at the time of exposure
e) All
f) Only b and c
43 Among the risks of artificial tanning we can mention the following
a) Skin cancer
b) Corneal damage
c) Burns
d) Aging
e) All
f) Only a and b
44 It has a reduced risk of producing allergies. The product is
a) An anti-allergic
b) A dermatologically tested product
c) A hypoallergenic product with a neutral PH.
d) A product with acid PH
45 Extreme skin flaccidity caused by the degradation of collagen and elastic
fibers as a result of actinic damage. The description corresponds to:
a) Skin cancer
b) Chronological aging
c) Solar elastosis
d) The sun cannot cause that level of damage
46 Characteristic signs of skin with rosacea are
a) Temporary reddening of the face
 b) Dilated follicular ostium
c) Permanent redness that is accentuated by temperature changes
d) Presence of papules and pustules in addition to edema.
e) Only b, c and d
f) Only b and c

47 Reddish lifting of the skin with purulent content, corresponding to

a) Comedo
b) Cyst
c) Papule
d) Pustule
48 Lymphatic drainage is widely used in the cosmetic field for its recognized
benefits in relation to tissue detoxification prior to any cosmetic treatment. In which
of the following situations should you not perform it?
a) In edema of the face
b) In febrile and infectious conditions
c) In case you have ever suffered from cancer in your life
d) When there is renal failure
e) All
f) Only b, c and d
49 Of the properties and precautions in the use of snail slime we can say that:
a) Not all the products containing it are effective because the extraction
method has not been the most adequate.
b) The drool that is used is that which the animal leaves behind as it moves
around.
c) The most nutritious is the one produced after causing the animal a stressful
stimulus.
d) Its properties consist basically in lubricating the skin.
e) Only c and d
f) Only a and c
50 The abuse of the sun and sunbeds can cause severe damage to people's
health, but it can be more severe under the following circumstances
a) Having severe burns before the age of 15 years old
b) Taking solarium sessions before 18 years of age
c) Sunbathing without protection
 d) All
51 It allows to maintain the hydric balance and acts as the first defense barrier of
the organism. The system consulted is.
a) Circulatory system
b) Venous system
c) Lymphatic System
d) Hormonal system
52 Perspiration with extreme bad odor is:
a) Hyperhidrosis
b) Bromhidrosis
c) Hypohidrosis
d) Anhidrosis

53 A paronychia is
a) Inflammation of the edges of the nail due to bacterial contamination.
b) Inflammation of hair follicles
c) It is a typical lesion of Rosacea.
d) It is a congenital pathology of the nails.
54 Among the asepsis measures you should adopt in your cabinet and the
measures to take care of your patient's health we have
a) Hand washing
b) Use disposable material
c) Never perform invasive procedures or use needles.
d) Sterilize non-disposable material
e) Avoid suggesting medications
f) All
g) Only a, c and e