MD Cosmetology case studies
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The Maryland Cosmetology License Examination is the credentialing pathway for people who want to work as licensed cosmetologists in Maryland, covering hair care and hairdressing, esthetics and skin care, nail technology and manicuring, infection control and safety, and Maryland cosmetology law and regulations. This page is an independent study resource built for candidates preparing for that licensing exam. The MD Cosmetology case studies are 5 cases and about 2,891 words.
1Platinum Lightener on Henna-Treated, Relaxed Hair
Danielle is a licensed cosmetologist at a six-chair Maryland salon. R, is 29 and wants a full-head foil highlight taken to platinum.
672 words, about 3 min2Peel and Wax Consult with a Suspicious Cheek Lesion
A 41-year-old client, Fitzpatrick type IV, books a 'glow' facial that includes a 30% glycolic peel, microdermabrasion, and upper-lip wax. Her intake form lists tretinoin 0.05% nightly, stopped 3 days ago; a superficial peel at another spa 10 days ago; a return from Cancún 4 days ago; doxycycline for acne; and a history of cold sores.
557 words, about 3 min3Diabetic Pedicure, Discolored Nails, and a Bleeding Nail Fold
A 58-year-old client with type 2 diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, and a 12-year history of acrylic enhancements comes in for a fill and a new full set before her daughter's wedding in 3 days. On inspection, the right great toenail is thickened and yellow-brown with subungual debris, and the left little fingernail has a green-black discoloration under the acrylic.
558 words, about 3 min4Saturday Blood Exposure and Disinfection Failures
on a Saturday, a Maryland salon is fully booked. A stylist drops her clippers while cutting a client's hair; the blade nicks the client's ear and draws blood.
552 words, about 3 min5Board Inspection: Unlicensed Staff, Expired License, and Scope Creep
A Maryland salon owner, Ms. K, runs a six-chair salon with four stylists: two chair renters who sign independent-contractor agreements, one employee, and a receptionist.
552 words, about 3 min