AR Cosmetology case studies
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The Arkansas Cosmetology licensure examination is the assessment pathway through which the Arkansas Department of Health's cosmetology program evaluates candidates who want to practice cosmetology in the state. The Department of Health houses cosmetology licensing alongside its other licensing, permit, and plan-review functions, and an online licensing portal (CLIPS) is the Department's linked system for cosmetology transactions. The AR Cosmetology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,062 words.
1Patch Test Timing on a New Color Client
A client calls on Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. to book a single-process color for a wedding she is attending Saturday evening.
482 words, about 2 min2Relaxer on a Client with a Recent Color and Breakage
A client comes in with fine, shoulder-length hair that was relaxed six weeks ago and colored two weeks ago with a permanent color. She reports that over the past ten days she has noticed short broken hairs around her part line and that her scalp has been tender, especially at the crown where she scratches.
435 words, about 2 min3Sanitation Decision Between Two Clients
A stylist finishes a haircut on a client whose scalp has a small, crusted, oozing sore near the nape that the client says is 'just a scratch.' The stylist used a clipper and a comb and did not notice the sore until the end. The next client is already seated at the station, and the stylist has one clean cape left.
410 words, about 2 min4Facial Waxing on a Client Using a Retinoid
A client books a lip and brow wax plus a basic facial. During intake she mentions she started using a prescription retinoid cream on her face about two weeks ago, uses a daily exfoliating acid toner, and had a light chemical peel at another spa ten days ago.
352 words, about 2 min5Nail Service on a Client with a Green Nail
A client comes for a gel manicure removal and new set. On one nail she has a dark green-black discoloration under the free edge that has been there about two weeks; the nail plate looks slightly lifted at the corner and the surrounding skin is a little puffy but not draining.
383 words, about 2 min