AK Cosmetology case studies
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The Alaska Cosmetology Examination is the licensing test administered for the Alaska Board of Barbers and Hairdressers. Passing it is one of the requirements for earning a cosmetology license to practice in Alaska, so it is written for students finishing an approved cosmetology program and for licensed professionals from other jurisdictions seeking Alaska licensure. The AK Cosmetology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,253 words.
1Overprocessed Mid-Shaft on a New Client
A client arrives for a color service with 8 cm of regrowth and previously lightened lengths. She reports a box color 6 weeks ago and a salon highlight 4 months ago.
494 words, about 2 min2Relaxer Touch-Up on a Client With a Prior Burn
A client requests a relaxer touch-up. She had a chemical burn at the nape 7 weeks ago from a different salon; the area is healed but slightly pink and tender to touch.
483 words, about 2 min3Gel Manicure on a Client With a Lifted Nail and Diabetes
A client books a gel manicure. During the consultation she mentions she has type 2 diabetes and takes medication.
420 words, about 2 min4Facial on a Client With New Retinoid Use and a Fresh Wax Request
A client books a facial and asks for eyebrow and upper-lip waxing at the same appointment. During intake she mentions she started a prescription retinoid cream 10 days ago and has been using it nightly on her face, including around her mouth and brows.
387 words, about 2 min5Barbicide Jar, a Clogged Drain, and a Busy Saturday
It is a busy Saturday at a small salon. The disinfectant jar at your station has a label that says 'quat' but the liquid is cloudy and contains visible hair and debris; the last log entry is from 3 days ago.
469 words, about 2 min