Free Esthetics Examination Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

Try these 10 sample questions from the Esthetics Examination practice bank. Each includes the answer and explanation. Continue with the interactive practice above to review the full question set.

1. 1Which epidermal cell produces melanin during a client consultation?

   1. A. Melanocyte
   2. B. Keratinocyte
   3. C. Fibroblast
   4. D. Adipocyte

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The official source states, "Melanocytes derive from neural crest cells and primarily synthesize melanin, the main skin pigment component." Applied here, this makes Melanocyte the correct answer.

   Reference: Anatomy, Skin (Integument), Epidermis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf — melanin

2. 2Which phase is active hair growth during a client consultation?

   1. A. Anagen
   2. B. Catagen
   3. C. Telogen
   4. D. Exogen

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The official source states, "This cycle can be divided into three phases: anagen (growth), catagen (transition), and telogen (rest)." Applied here, this makes Anagen the correct answer.

   Reference: Physiology, Hair - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf — Hair growth cycle: anagen

3. 3Which type of immunity develops antigen-specific memory after an infection?

   1. A. Innate immunity
   2. B. Adaptive immunity
   3. C. Passive immunity
   4. D. Barrier immunity

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The official source states, "Some of the activated B cells turn into memory cells and become part of the "memory" of the adaptive immune system." Applied here, this makes Adaptive immunity the correct answer.

   Reference: In brief: The innate and adaptive immune systems - InformedHealth.org - NCBI Bookshelf — immunity

4. 4Why must an esthetician not diagnose disease while preparing the treatment area?

   1. A. Steam is required
   2. B. Diagnosis is outside esthetics scope
   3. C. Exfoliation must come first
   4. D. Makeup artistry includes diagnosis

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The official source states, "An esthetician may not perform skin care or facial care practices or use a mechanical or electrical apparatus, appliance, or device for medical diagnosis or treatment of disease or physical or mental ailments." Applied here, this makes Diagnosis is outside esthetics scope the correct answer.

   Reference: Cos Rules Unofficial — OAR 817-015-0040(5)

5. 5During a facial with an esthetics device, how deeply may the device act directly?

   1. A. Within subcutaneous tissue
   2. B. Within the epidermis
   3. C. Within skeletal muscle
   4. D. Within the reticular dermis

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The official source states, "An esthetician may not use a “mechanical or electrical apparatus, appliance, or device” beyond the epidermis." Applied here, this makes Within the epidermis the correct answer.

   Reference: Cos Rules Unofficial — OAR 817-015-0045(5)

6. 6What reduces contamination during makeup application before beginning the procedure?

   1. A. Shared mascara wand
   2. B. Open communal jar contact
   3. C. Reused sponge
   4. D. Clean hands and sanitized implements

   Answer: D

   Explanation: The official source states, "All tools and implements used within a field of practice must be disinfected or sterilized before use on each client." Applied here, this makes Clean hands and sanitized implements the correct answer.

   Reference: Cos Rules Unofficial — OAR 817-010-0068(1)

7. 7Which standard controls how an Oregon authorization holder actually uses an electrical apparatus?

   1. A. Applicable product-registration requirements
   2. B. The manufacturer's intended use
   3. C. Retention of operation documentation
   4. D. Completion of device education or training

   Answer: B

   Explanation: The official source states, "The authorization holder is responsible for using an item listed in (2) in a manner that is consistent with the manufacturer's intended use." Applied here, this makes The manufacturer's intended use the correct answer.

   Reference: Cos Rules Unofficial — OAR 817-015-0025(2)(c)

8. 8What must guide an Oregon authorization holder's use of an exfoliating product?

   1. A. The client-consent disclosure
   2. B. The product safety data sheet
   3. C. The facility infection-control plan
   4. D. The manufacturer's intended use

   Answer: D

   Explanation: The official source states, "The authorization holder is responsible for using an item listed in (2) in a manner that is consistent with the manufacturer's intended use." Applied here, this makes The manufacturer's intended use the correct answer.

   Reference: Cos Rules Unofficial — OAR 817-015-0025(2)(c)

9. 9What precedes disinfection of a reusable tool when reviewing client safety?

   1. A. Applying lotion
   2. B. Storing it soiled
   3. C. Wiping only its handle
   4. D. Removing debris and washing

   Answer: D

   Explanation: The official source states, "Remove all hair and all foreign material" Applied here, this makes Removing debris and washing the correct answer.

   Reference: Cos Rules Unofficial — OAR 817-010-0068(5)

10. 10When do Standard Precautions apply before applying a cosmetic product?

    1. A. For every client regardless of known infection
    2. B. Only confirmed viral cases
    3. C. Only visible bleeding
    4. D. Only chemical peels

    Answer: A

    Explanation: The official source states, "Standard Precautions are used for all patient care." Applied here, this makes For every client regardless of known infection the correct answer.

    Reference: Standard Precautions for All Patient Care | Infection Control | CDC — viruses