LA Cosmetology case studies
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The Louisiana Cosmetology Licensing Examination is the assessment used by the Louisiana Board of Cosmetology to determine whether a candidate has the knowledge and practical judgment required to hold a cosmetologist license and work in a licensed salon. It is intended for students who have completed the required clock hours at a board-approved school and for licensed professionals from other jurisdictions seeking licensure by reciprocity or endorsement. The LA Cosmetology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,719 words.
1Pedicure Whirlpool, Reused Nipper, and a Diabetic Client
At a busy Baton Rouge salon, one pedicure whirlpool is booked every 40 minutes. Between clients, the nail technician drains the basin, rinses it, sprays the interior with a disinfectant labeled for bathroom surfaces, wipes it with a paper towel, and refills it.
602 words, about 3 min2Relaxer Request on Overprocessed, Previously Colored Hair
Renee books a relaxer at a Lafayette salon. Six weeks ago she used a box color to go from level 6 to level 4.
586 words, about 3 min3Green Discoloration Under an Acrylic Enhancement
A client comes for a fill on acrylic nails. The nail technician notices the right index fingernail has a dark green-black discoloration under the enhancement, and the natural nail plate looks slightly lifted.
495 words, about 2 min4Brow Wax and Lash Tint for a Client on Isotretinoin
A client books a brow wax and lash tint at a New Orleans esthetic studio. On the intake form she writes that she has been taking isotretinoin (Accutane) for acne for five months.
529 words, about 3 min5Inspection Findings: Expired Renter, Unlicensed Worker, and Unlabeled Disinfectant
During a routine inspection of a Shreveport salon, a Louisiana Board of Cosmetology inspector finds three workstations. At station one, the licensee's license is displayed.
507 words, about 3 min